Advances in Biopolymer-Based Surgical Implants: A Polymer Chemistry Perspective

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Year : 2025 | Volume : 13 | 05 | Page :
    By

    Prashant Ashok Punde,

  1. Associate Professor, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, School of Dental Sciences, Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University), Karad, Maharashtra, India

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Biopolymers have emerged as a promising class of materials for surgical implants due to their biocompatibility, biodegradability, and ability to mimic natural tissue properties. These materials play a crucial role in modern biomedical engineering by reducing adverse immune responses and enhancing tissue integration. This paper explores the role of polymer chemistry in developing biopolymer-based surgical implants, highlighting key polymeric materials. These polymers are making them suitable for diverse biomedical applications. Their chemical structures can be modified to enhance bioactivity, control degradation kinetics, and improve mechanical strength, ensuring their suitability for long-term implantation. The biomedical applications of biopolymer-based implants are vast, with a particular focus on maxillofacial surgery, orthopedic implants, and tissue engineering. PLA and PCL are widely used in bone fixation devices, resorbable sutures, and scaffolds for guided tissue regeneration due to their controlled degradation and osteoconductive properties. PEG, known for its hydrophilicity and biocompatibility, is commonly incorporated into hydrogels and drug delivery systems to enhance tissue healing and reduce inflammation. Furthermore, emerging advancements in polymer-based implants include smart polymers with stimuli-responsive properties and nanocomposite materials that offer superior mechanical performance and bioactivity. Future research directions aim to develop next-generation polymeric implants with enhanced durability, precision degradation profiles, and bioactive functionalities, further improving patient outcomes. By leveraging polymer chemistry, innovative biomaterials can be designed to meet the evolving demands of regenerative medicine and surgical applications.

Keywords: Biopolymers, Surgical Implants, Polymer Chemistry, Biomaterials, Biodegradable Polymers, Tissue Engineering, Drug Delivery.

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Prashant Ashok Punde. Advances in Biopolymer-Based Surgical Implants: A Polymer Chemistry Perspective. Journal of Polymer and Composites. 2025; 13(05):-.
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Volume 13
05
Received 12/03/2025
Accepted 24/05/2025
Published 30/07/2025
Publication Time 140 Days
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