Dear Colleagues,

Metallic biomaterials are used extensively for the fabrication of dental implants, joint replacement implants, orthopaedic fixation devices, stents, and dental prostheses owing to their excellent structural functions such as high strength and resistance to fracture. Well-established and widely available fabrication techniques allow for relative ease of fabrication of both simple and complex metallic shapes.

However, we should be aware that a number of challenges are still associated with the applications of various metallic implantable materials. A metallic biomaterial should be primarily biocompatible, which means that it does not illicit an adverse reaction when placed into services. In recent years, there has been intense emphasis on the multi-functionality of metallic biomaterials. Imparting multi-functionality on bio-inert metals is generally achieved by surface modification. In addition, 3D printing technology holds great promise for the processing of patient-specific metallic implants to create complex architectures. In the advancement of 3D printing, however, there are still a number of technological challenges including the integration of a vascular network.

With the increased need for body part replacements, it is important to be aware about the limitations of metallic biomaterials and to develop new strategies in order to overcome the limitations. This Special Issue will compile recent developments and applications in the field of metallic biomaterials. It is our pleasure to invite you to contribute your research articles, short communications, or reviews for this Special Issue.

Prof. Dr. Tae-Yub Kwon
Prof. Dr. Du-Hyeong Lee
Guest Editors

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• biomaterials
• prostheses
• alloys
• implants
• 3D printing
• surface modification
• biocompatibility