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Japanese research and development on metallic biomedical, dental, and healthcare materials

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There is considerable demand for metallic materials for use in medical and dental devices. Metals and alloys are widely used as biomedical materials and are indispensable in the medical field. In dentistry, metal is used for restorations, orthodontic wires, and dental implants. This article describes R&D on metallic biomaterials primarily conducted by the members of the Japan Institute of Metals.

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  1. the Toyohashi University of Technology, Japan

    Mitsuo Niinomi (a professor)

  2. Tokyo Medical and Dental University, Japan

    Takao Hanawa (a professor)

  3. Tohoku University, Japan

    Takayuki Narushima (a professor)

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Niinomi, M., Hanawa, T. & Narushima, T. Japanese research and development on metallic biomedical, dental, and healthcare materials. JOM 57, 18–24 (2005). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11837-005-0076-3

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