Mineral needed for the mineralization of the new bone in a graft site. Its source is usually from the surrounding bone and may be also introduced through the blood supply.
Class of ceramics with varying calcium‐to‐phosphorus ratios, which can form a direct bond with bone. It can also be used as a bone substitute.
The main constituent of bones.
Any one of three salts of calcium and phosphate; used as an antacid and dietary supplement.