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@article{185198,
        author = {KAARUNYAN MAHALINGAM and DR. ANANDHA DEEBAN. KBS and HARSHAD BALAJI},
        title = {Advances in Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) Biomaterials in Dental Implantology: A Comprehensive Review},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {12},
        number = {5},
        pages = {331-338},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=185198},
        abstract = {In dental implantology, polyetheretherketone (PEEK) is a noteworthy biomaterial because of its mechanical, biological, and aesthetic qualities. It is a semicrystalline thermoplastic that reduces stress shielding by imitating the elastic modulus of cortical bone. PEEK's tooth-colored appearance meets aesthetic criteria, and its radiolucency improves diagnostics. Additionally, it minimizes allergic reactions and provides outstanding fatigue strength, chemical resistance, and biocompatibility. Its hydrophobicity and bioinertness, however, make osseointegration difficult. Improved cellular adherence and antibacterial qualities are the results of surface modification procedures such as hydroxyapatite coatings and plasma treatments. PEEK composites bonded with carbon fiber increase strength without sacrificing their bone-like elastic modulus.
PEEK's shock-absorbing qualities and low weight make it a popular choice for dental applications such implant abutments, prosthetic frames, and orthodontic devices. The literature on PEEK biomaterials is compiled in this review, which includes information on their characteristics, surface developments, therapeutic applications, and limits. In order to evaluate PEEK's efficacy in comparison to conventional materials, more clinical trials and long-term data are required. PEEK holds a lot of promise as a flexible, patient-friendly choice in implantology and prosthodontics, with the goal of enhancing implant durability, biocompatibility, and aesthetics, according to developments in surface modifications and hybrid composites},
        keywords = {},
        month = {October},
        }