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  • 1Department of Prosthodontics, Faculty of Odontology, Malmö University, Malmö, Sweden. ann.wennerberg@mah.se

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Surface nanostructures on titanium implants evolve within two weeks when stored in aqueous solutions, forming hydrophilic surfaces. Acid etching and aqueous storage are key to this reorganization process.

Area of Science:

  • Biomaterials science
  • Surface chemistry
  • Materials engineering

Background:

  • The surface properties of dental implants significantly influence osseointegration.
  • Understanding the evolution of surface nanostructures is crucial for optimizing implant performance.
  • The SLActive surface is known for its hydrophilic properties, but the nanostructure formation mechanism requires clarification.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the time-dependent evolution of nanostructures on SLActive surfaces.
  • To determine the influence of storage conditions (liquid vs. dry) and material composition (Ti vs. TiZr) on nanostructure formation.
  • To identify the specific surface treatment step responsible for the reorganization of the titanium oxide layer.

Main Methods:

  • Titanium grade 2 and TiZr alloy discs were subjected to various surface modifications, including sandblasting, acid etching, oxygen plasma cleaning, and different storage conditions (0.9% NaCl solution, water, or dry).

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  • Surface characterization was performed using Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), interferometry, contact angle measurements, and X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS).

    • Main Results:

    • Surfaces stored in liquid (NaCl or water) became hydrophilic, while dry-stored samples were hydrophobic.
    • Nanostructure evolution was observed over two weeks and remained stable thereafter.
    • Nanostructures formed on both titanium and TiZr alloy surfaces, exhibiting distinct morphologies and distributions.

    Conclusions:

    • The reorganization of the outermost titanium oxide layer into well-defined nanostructures is achieved through a combination of acid etching and storage in an aqueous solution.
    • This process is responsible for the hydrophilic nature of the SLActive surface.
    • The findings provide insights into the surface modification mechanisms relevant to dental implant technology.