Draws together research in the different aspects of bioceramics focusing on biomedical applications of ceramics from a materials science viewpoint. Addresses ceramics and glasses used in biomedical, dental and biological applications. Contents include: Dental Materials Implants, Bone Cements, Coatings, Prosthetics Biomimetic Materials and Synthesis Bioactive Ceramics Calcium Phosphates and Calcium Carbonates Behavior in Biological Environments (in vivo, in vitro) Cements.