Taiwanese researchers design bone-compatible metals that reduce implant failure risk
As populations age worldwide, orthopedic and dental implants are becoming an essential part of modern healthcare. From hip replacements to dental implants, these devices restore mobility and quality of life for millions of people. Yet a long-standing engineering challenge remains: most implant metals are far stiffer than natural bone. This mismatch leads to a phenomenon known as stress shielding. … Read more