noun
- A calcium phosphate compound that is the primary mineral component of bone and tooth enamel; used in biomedical applications and bone grafts.
Usage: technical; plural form of hydroxyapatite; commonly used in materials science and dentistry
Examples
- Hydroxyapatites are essential minerals found naturally in human bones and teeth.
- Researchers developed synthetic hydroxyapatites for use in dental implants.
- The biocompatibility of hydroxyapatites makes them ideal for bone replacement therapies.
- Hydroxyapatites can be engineered to match the mineral composition of natural bone.
- Dental ceramics often contain hydroxyapatites to improve their strength and durability.