Developments in 3D-Printed Polymeric Materials and Bioactive Materials Integration for Biomedical Applications

Abstract

The fascinating field of 3D printable polymeric biomaterials for tissue engineering is explored in depth in this book chapter, which thoroughly examines the fundamentals, considerations, materials, applications, difficulties, and potentially game-changing prospects of this developing field. This chapter covers important subjects like the fundamentals of 3D Printing methods peculiar to polymeric materials, where an overview of the 3D printing methods tailored to polymeric biomaterials is discussed, with a primary focus on polymeric materials and their particular application in biomedical applications. Discussions of crucial elements required in tissue engineering, including printability, biocompatibility, mechanical attributes, and sterilization needs, are also stressed. In addition to examining the wide variety of polymeric materials used in biomedical 3D printing for tissue engineering and other biomedical applications, this chapter also offers insights into the selection process for the best polymeric biomaterials for specific biomedical uses. Real-world applications and the investigation of adding bioactive substances to polymeric biomaterials to improve tissue regeneration and drug release properties are also discussed. It also discusses the difficulties facing biomedical applications of 3D printable polymeric materials. This chapter's conclusion highlights the revolutionary potential of 3D printable polymeric materials in biomedicine, opening the door for ground-breaking developments in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. In order to fully realize the potential of 3D printable polymeric biomaterials for improving healthcare and patient outcomes, it urges academics and practitioners to work together, innovate, and overcome current difficulties.