Properties of biocompatible materials for use in maxillary bone regeneration: A review

In this project, it was compared the main mechanical and physicochemical properties of biomaterials currently used in maxillary bone regeneration. The literature review was done selecting 50 scientific papers and the materials were classified in autogenous bone, allograft, xenograft, alloplastic, and compound materials. The biomaterials were cataloged according to mechanical strength properties, charging time, reabsorption, and adhesion (priority for their use in maxillary bone regeneration). Also, it were evaluated the advantages and disadvantages of each material. The study allowed to identify relevant factors to ensuring better mechanical strength, load time, reabsorption, and adhesion.