The Use of Peek and Biohpp Polymers in Prosthodontics

Abstract

It is stated that the search for new materials in today's dentistry continues in order to meet aesthetic and functional expectations. As a result of these searches, materials such as PEEK (polyetheretherketone) and Bio HPP (bio high performance polymer) have become widely preferred in dentistry. PEEK is a thermoplastic polymer. It offers features such as durable structure, tissue compatibility and lightness. Therefore, it is attracting interest as a metal alternative and is considered as a promising material in dental treatment applications. In addition, PEEK's biocompatibility properties enable it to be used in the biomedical field. PEEK is a material that resembles natural tooth color and has been used as a biomaterial in orthopedics for many years. BioHPP is a PEEK-based bio high-performance polymer that has been shown as a dental substrate material. It can be used in different areas of dentistry due to its advantages such as excellent physical and aesthetic properties, low weight and biocompatibility. It is stated that polymer materials such as PEEK and BioHPP offer aesthetically, mechanically and biologically successful alternatives in dentistry. However, it is emphasized that they should be used with caution due to insufficient clinical studies. Especially the fatigue stress and long-term performance of PEEK require further research. Therefore, studies based on more comprehensive and reliable clinical data on the use of these materials are needed.