Peek (Polyether Ether Ketone) – A Review Article

Authors

  • Arunmozhi Kannan1 , Praveen P2 , Sanjna Nayar3

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.37506/ijfmt.v14i3.10341

Keywords:

PEEK, Polyether ether ketone, aesthetics, biocompatibility, restoration

Abstract

This article is aimed to review the applications of Polyether Ether Ketone (PEEK) in dentistry. The evolving

desire for functions and aesthetics, few drawbacks with existing materials and clinicians shifting their

paradigms towards metal free restorations led space for the metal-free restorations in today’s restorative

practice. PEEK is a polymer based innovative material, that can be used in either fixed or removable

prosthetics. This literature review discusses various applications and uses of PEEK.

Author Biography

  • Arunmozhi Kannan1 , Praveen P2 , Sanjna Nayar3

    1 Professor, 2Post gradute, 3Professor & Head, Department of Prosthodontics,

    Sree Balaji Dental College & Hospital, BIHER

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Published

2020-07-30

Issue

Vol. 14 No. 3 (2020): Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology

Section

Articles

License

https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/2.0/deed.en

How to Cite

Peek (Polyether Ether Ketone) – A Review Article. (2020). Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology, 14(3), 138-140. https://doi.org/10.37506/ijfmt.v14i3.10341