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Alumina (Al2O3)

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Hard, wear resistant, chemically inert. Applications: Hip joint replacements, dental implants, biosensors.

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Poly(ethylene oxide) (PEO)

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Soluble in water, non-toxic, stealth properties. Applications: Drug delivery systems, medical coatings, hydrogels.

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Poly(beta-hydroxybutyrate) (PHB)

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Biodegradable, biocompatible, good barrier properties. Applications: Tissue engineering, drug delivery systems, sutures.

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Polyaniline (PANI)

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Conductive, tunable electrical properties, chemically stable. Applications: Biosensors, tissue engineering, smart drug delivery systems.

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Graphene

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Highly conductive, strong, flexible. Applications: Biosensors, electronic implants, neural electrodes.

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Lactic acid/glycolic acid copolymer

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Biodegradable, good mechanical properties, custom degradation time. Applications: Controlled drug delivery, absorbable sutures, tissue engineering scaffolds.

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Polysulfone

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High thermal and chemical stability, transparent, strong. Applications: Medical devices, dialysis membranes, fluid-handling systems.

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Silicone rubber

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Elastic, non-reactive, thermal stability. Applications: Catheters, skin adhesives, implant coatings.

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Collagen

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Biocompatible, promotes cell adhesion, biodegradable. Applications: Tissue engineering, wound dressings, regenerative medicine.

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Nitinol (Nickel-Titanium)

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Shape memory effect, superelasticity, good corrosion resistance. Applications: Stents, orthodontic wires, surgical staples.

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Kevlar

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High tensile strength, lightweight, heat-resistant. Applications: Surgical sutures, prosthetic devices, medical equipment reinforcement.

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Copper (Cu)

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Antimicrobial properties, ductile, conductive. Applications: Antimicrobial surfaces, bone implants, cardiovascular devices.

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Poly(methyl methacrylate) (PMMA)

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Transparent, strong, lightweight. Applications: Intraocular lenses, bone cement, cosmetic implants.

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Degradable metal alloys (e.g., Magnesium alloy)

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Biodegradable, biocompatible, mechanically strong. Applications: Orthopedic screws and pins, vascular stents, bone fixation devices.

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Silicone

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Flexible, biocompatible, inert. Applications: Breast implants, catheters, contact lenses.

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Polyglycolic acid (PGA)

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Biodegradable, high tensile strength, supports cell attachment. Applications: Sutures, tissue regeneration, drug delivery.

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Ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene (UHMWPE)

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High impact strength, low friction, resistant to wear and corrosion. Applications: Joint replacement components, surgical instruments, orthopedic implants.

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Polyethylene glycol (PEG)

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Water-soluble, non-toxic, stealth properties in the body. Applications: Drug delivery, hydrogels, surface modification of nanoparticles.

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Gold (Au)

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Biocompatible, inert, conductive. Applications: Dental restorations, bioelectronic devices, diagnostic assays.

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Zirconia (ZrO2)

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High fracture toughness, wear resistance, aesthetically pleasing (white). Applications: Dental crowns, hip joint replacement, orthopedic implants.

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Titanium (Ti)

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Corrosion-resistant, high tensile strength, non-toxic. Applications: Dental implants, orthopedic screws, joint replacements.

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Polycaprolactone (PCL)

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Biocompatible, biodegradable, slow degradation rate. Applications: Tissue engineering scaffolds, drug delivery systems, sutures.

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Polylactic acid (PLA)

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Biodegradable, biocompatible, made from renewable resources. Applications: Sutures, tissue scaffolds, drug delivery systems.

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Calcium phosphate ceramics

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Bioactive, osteoconductive, similar to bone mineral. Applications: Bone repair and augmentation, dental grafts, tissue engineering.

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Silk fibroin

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Biocompatible, high tensile strength, biodegradable. Applications: Tissue scaffolds, ligament repair, suture thread.

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Polyethylene (PE)

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Lightweight, chemically resistant, versatile. Applications: Artificial joints, surgical containers, prosthetic limbs.

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Chitosan

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Biocompatible, biodegradable, antibacterial properties. Applications: Wound dressings, hemostatic agents, tissue engineering.

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Polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS)

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Optically clear, non-toxic, chemically stable. Applications: Microfluidics, contact lenses, medical device coatings.

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Ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA)

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Flexible, biocompatible, low toxicity. Applications: Drug delivery systems, padding and cushioning in medical devices, vascular catheters.

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Polyanhydrides

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Biodegradable, hydrophobic, surface erosion characteristics. Applications: Chemotherapy drug delivery, bone repair materials, tissue engineering scaffolds.

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Bioglass

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Biocompatible, bonds with bone, supports new bone formation. Applications: Bone grafts, dental reconstruction, orthopedic repair.

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Stainless steel

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Corrosion-resistant, durable, easily sterilized. Applications: Surgical tools, stents, bone fixators.

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Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE)

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Chemically inert, low friction, non-adhesive. Applications: Vascular grafts, heart valves, surgical meshes.

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Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)

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Economical, versatile, good mechanical properties. Applications: Blood bags, IV containers, medical tubing.

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Hydroxyapatite (HA)

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Osteoconductive, biocompatible, similar to bone mineral. Applications: Bone grafts, dental implants, tissue engineering.

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Polyurethane

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Durable, good mechanical properties, can be made bio-stable or biodegradable. Applications: Vascular prostheses, dialysis membranes, surgical drapes.

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Polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs)

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Biodegradable, produced by microorganisms, thermoplastic. Applications: Drug delivery, tissue engineering, biodegradable implants.

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Alginate

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Biocompatible, gel-forming, wound healing-promoting properties. Applications: Wound dressings, dental molds, tissue engineering scaffolds.

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