Biomaterials and Biomechanics in Dental Implant Design

This article seeks to give the clinician insight into the design process and biomaterial/biomechanical aspects of endosseous implant design. Specific facets considered relate to materials, implant shape, special surface coatings, shock-absorbers, and the implant-tissue interface. Keywords: biomaterials, biomechanics, design, forces, interface, stress transfer