Chapter 1 Introduction

Chapters in this book

1. Frontmatter I
2. Contents V
3. List of abbreviations XI
4. Prologue 1
5. Chapter 1 Introduction 15
6. Chapter 2 Biofunctionality and biomaterials 28
7. Chapter 3 Interfacial reaction 45
8. Chapter 4 Implantability and compatibility 68
9. Chapter 5 Surface modification for implantable materials 106
10. Chapter 6 Advanced fabrication technologies for implantable device 178
11. Chapter 7 Medical implants 229
12. Chapter 8 Biomechanics and implant failure 301
13. Chapter 9 Dental implants 327
14. Chapter 10 Success rate, fixation, osseointegration, and longevity 411
15. Chapter 11 Indications and contraindications 492
16. Chapter 12 Implant complications 500
17. Chapter 13 Implantology in AI era 530
18. Epilogue 543
19. Acknowledgments 547
20. Index 549