Bioscience and Bioengineering of Titanium Materials

Bridging the gap between medical/dental and engineering/technology areas, this book organizes and processes the findings from over 2,000 published articles and studies into a coherent and easily accessible manner. The content covers materials classifications, chemical and electrochemical reactions, oxidation, biological reactions, implant-related biological reactions, applications, fabrication technologies, surface modifications, and future perspectives with updated findings, deftly weaving older and newer technologies together to give a clear overview. The author, with extensive work in academics and industry, helps medical practitioners and students answer several practical questions, including: What is titanium? What type of titanium materials should I use in this case? Can I use this titanium material for my patient? Why does this titanium material behave like this? How can I fabricate my design using titanium? Are there any alternative materials or methods? This book is an essential resource for anyone researching titanium in its fundamental aspects and medical/dental applications.