Ceramic
Term: Ceramic
Category: Substrates
Definition: Ceramic materials are classified as inorganic, non-metallic materials with a composition consisting of metallic and non-metallic elements that are bonded ionically or covalently (for example, alumina, zirconia, and hydroxyapatite). Ceramics demonstrate a variety of characteristics, including outstanding hardness, chemical inertness, and thermal stability, however, they are generally brittle. Ceramics are evaluated as substrates due to their excellent biocompatibility and as coatings to enhance bioactivity, wear resistance, and electrical insulation.
Structure: Crystalline or partially crystalline lattice of metal oxides, carbides, or nitrides with strong ionic/covalent bonds
Source: Natural
Common Uses:
- Orthopedic implants
- Dental implants
- Bone scaffolds
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