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Xiaotian Liu1,2, Shuyang Chen2,3, James K H Tsoi2
1Department of Orthodontics, Tianjin Stomatological Hospital of Nankai University, Tianjin, P. R. China.
Regenerative Biomaterials
|October 14, 2017
Summary
Binary titanium (Ti) alloys show significant potential for dental and medical implants. These alloys offer excellent mechanical properties and biocompatibility, rivaling commercially pure titanium for various implant applications.
Area of Science:
- Biomaterials Science
- Materials Engineering
- Orthopedic Surgery
Background:
- Titanium (Ti) and its alloys are widely used in medical and dental implants due to their favorable properties.
- While commercially pure Ti (cp-Ti) is common, binary Ti alloys have been explored to enhance performance.
- Understanding the mechanical, chemical, and biological characteristics of these alloys is crucial for implant development.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review and compare existing literature on binary Ti alloys for implant applications.
- To evaluate mechanical, chemical, and biological parameters of various binary Ti alloys.
- To assess the potential of these alloys as alternatives to cp-Ti.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive literature search of PubMed, Web of Science, and Google.
- Inclusion of laboratory studies focused on implant or biomedical applications.
- Analysis of binary Ti alloys including Ti-Zr, Ti-In, Ti-Ag, Ti-Cu, Ti-Au, Ti-Pd, Ti-Nb, Ti-Mn, Ti-Mo, Ti-Cr, Ti-Co, Ti-Sn, Ti-Ge, and Ti-Ga.
Main Results:
- Most binary Ti alloys with <20% alloying elements demonstrate promising implant material characteristics.
- Alloys such as Ti-Zr, Ti-Nb, and Ti-Sn exhibit good mechanical strength.
- Biocompatibility and biological behavior are generally maintained or improved compared to cp-Ti.
Conclusions:
- Binary Ti alloys with specific elements and concentrations hold high potential for dental and medical implants.
- These alloys offer a balance of mechanical robustness and biological compatibility.
- Further research can optimize binary Ti alloys for enhanced implant performance.
