| Abstract Scope |
Titanium-based material systems are frequently employed in medical and dental applications due to their unique qualities such as outstanding mechanical capabilities, high corrosion resistance, and great biocompatibility. However, titanium biocompatibility is influenced by surface oxide layer features such as chemical composition, microstructure, and surface shape. The surface characteristics and compatibility of titanium implants can be improved by coating them with bioactive materials such as calcium phosphates. This study aimed to characterize a Zn/Mg enhanced calcium phosphate coating generated on a titanium surface with nanotubes using a two-step pulsed electrodeposition process. The influence of the coating deposition condition on the phase structure, as well as varying levels of Zn and Mg, on antibacterial activity and protein absorption, was investigated. Our findings revealed that synthesis factors, as well as the amount of Zn/Mg elements, influence the crystal size, shape, and distribution of calcium phosphate deposition. |