Course Description
Introduction to biomaterials, structure and properties of materials, crystalline and non-crystalline materials, properties of biological materials, tissue response to implants (biocompatibility). Metallic implant materials – properties and applications. Ceramic implant materials – properties and applications. Polymeric implant materials – properties and applications, polymerization. Composite implant materials. Applications and major considerations of materials in various areas, such as cardio-vascular, ophthalmologic, orthopedic, dental implants.