Titanium, stainless steel, and cobalt-chromium alloys are all commonly used for making artificial joints due to their strength, biocompatibility, and resistance to corrosion.

Bioresorbable materials are designed to be absorbed by the body over time, eliminating the need for a second surgery to remove the device.

Titanium, zirconia, and porcelain are all commonly used for making dental implants due to their strength, biocompatibility, and aesthetic properties.

Shape memory alloys are unique in their ability to change shape in response to temperature changes, making them useful for applications such as stents and surgical instruments.

PMMA, silicone hydrogel, and fluorinated polymers are all commonly used for making contact lenses due to their biocompatibility, oxygen permeability, and ability to correct vision.

Biodegradable polymers are designed to be broken down by the body over time, eliminating the need for a second surgery to remove the device.

Nylon, polyester, and polypropylene are all commonly used for making surgical sutures due to their strength, biocompatibility, and ability to be absorbed by the body.

Nanomaterials have unique properties, such as increased surface area and reactivity, due to their small size, making them useful for applications such as drug delivery and imaging.

Hydroxyapatite, tricalcium phosphate, and bioactive glass are all commonly used for making bone grafts due to their biocompatibility, ability to promote bone growth, and structural properties.

Composite materials combine the properties of multiple materials to create a material with unique properties, such as increased strength, biocompatibility, or radiopacity.

Porcine aortic valves, bovine pericardial valves, and mechanical heart valves are all commonly used for making heart valves due to their biocompatibility, durability, and ability to regulate blood flow.

Self-healing materials have the ability to repair themselves when damaged, extending the lifespan of medical devices and reducing the need for replacements.

PTFE, PET, and polyurethane are all commonly used for making artificial blood vessels due to their biocompatibility, durability, and ability to withstand high blood pressure.

Antimicrobial materials can inhibit the growth of bacteria and other microorganisms, reducing the risk of infection and improving patient outcomes.

Titanium, stainless steel, and lithium-ion batteries are all commonly used for making pacemakers due to their biocompatibility, durability, and ability to provide reliable electrical stimulation to the heart.