This book provides an overview of the composition of polymeric and
ceramic bone cements. It also discusses complex, biomimetic structures
based on biomaterials, such as cells and bioactive molecules, which more
closely resemble natural bone
The first chapter describes the main concepts of the cementation process
and the parameters affecting it, while the second chapter focuses on the
composition and structure of candidate biomaterials. Lastly, the third
and fourth chapters present recent research aimed at improving the
ability of naked biomaterials to enhance bone healing by adding cells
and bioactive agents.