Bringing together a remarkable group of scientists, Bio-Implant Interface: Improving Biomaterials and Tissue Reactions describes interactions at the interface between biomaterials and living tissue. Much of the focus is on the importance of the implant surface's topography and chemistry to its interaction with the biological environment. Biomineralization along with the biological content of the interface and its role in directing cellular response along desired pathways also receive particular attention. The book includes a section that explores the potential of advances on the horizons of current research and more than 175 illustrations-many in full color.

Ellingsen, J.E.; Lyngstadaas, S.P.

Achieving good clinical outcomes with implanted biomaterials depends upon achieving optimal function, both mechanical and biological, which in turn depends upon integrating advances realized in biological science, material science, and tissue engineering. As these advances push back the frontiers of biomaterial medicine , the control and patterning