From Dermal Patch to Implants—Applications of Biocomposites in Living Tissues

Molecules

Alexandre Brolo¹  Afzal Suleman²  KarolinaPapera Valente² 

[1] Department of Chemistry, University of Victoria, Victoria, BC V8P 5C2, Canada;Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Victoria, Victoria, BC V8P 5C2, Canada;

关键词: biocomposites;    scaffolds;    biocompatibility;    bone regeneration;    orthopedic implants;    wound healing;    tissue engineering;   

DOI  :  10.3390/molecules25030507

来源: DOAJ

【 摘 要 】

Composites are composed of two or more materials, displaying enhanced performance and superior mechanical properties when compared to their individual components. The use of biocompatible materials has created a new category of biocomposites. Biocomposites can be applied to living tissues due to low toxicity, biodegradability and high biocompatibility. This review summarizes recent applications of biocomposite materials in the field of biomedical engineering, focusing on four areas—bone regeneration, orthopedic/dental implants, wound healing and tissue engineering.

【 授权许可】

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