An Introduction to Biomaterials emphasizes applications of biomaterials for patient care. Written by leading authorities on key biomaterial types, this book underscores the process of biomaterial design, development directed toward clinical application, and testing that leads to therapies for clinical target. It provides a lucid perspective on the standards available and the logic behind the standards in which biomaterials address clinical needs. This volume offers well-rounded chapters on consensus standards and regulatory approaches to testing paradigms, specific classes of biomaterials, and clinical topics that integrate materials sciences and patient applications.