BoneSource hydroxyapatite cement: a novel biomaterial for craniofacial skeletal tissue engineering and reconstruction

J Biomed Mater Res. 1998 Winter;43(4):428-32. doi: 10.1002/(sici)1097-4636(199824)43:4<428::aid-jbm10>3.0.co;2-0.

Abstract

BoneSource-hydroxyapatite cement is a new self-setting calcium phosphate cement biomaterial. Its unique and innovative physical chemistry coupled with enhanced biocompatibility make it useful for craniofacial skeletal reconstruction. The general properties and clinical use guidelines are reviewed. The biomaterial and surgical applications offer insight into improved outcomes and potential new uses for hydroxyapatite cement systems.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Biocompatible Materials* / chemistry
  • Durapatite* / chemistry
  • Engineering*
  • Face / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Plastic Surgery Procedures*
  • Skull / surgery*

Substances

  • Biocompatible Materials
  • Durapatite