Titanium or Biodegradable Osteosynthesis in Maxillofacial Surgery? In Vitro and In Vivo Performances
Osteosynthesis systems are used to fixate bone segments in maxillofacial surgery. Titanium osteosynthesis systems are currently the gold standard. However, the disadvantages result in symptomatic removal in up to 40% of cases. Biodegradable osteosynthesis systems, composed of degradable polymers, co...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2022-07-01
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Series: | Polymers |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4360/14/14/2782 |