Bioinspired surface functionalization of metallic biomaterials

J Mech Behav Biomed Mater. 2018 Jan:77:90-105. doi: 10.1016/j.jmbbm.2017.08.035. Epub 2017 Sep 1.

Abstract

Metallic biomaterials are widely used for clinical applications because of their excellent mechanical properties and good durability. In order to provide essential biofunctionalities, surface functionalization is of particular interest and requirement in the development of high-performance metallic implants. Inspired by the functional surface of natural biological systems, many new designs and conceptions have recently emerged to create multifunctional surfaces with great potential for biomedical applications. This review firstly introduces the metallic biomaterials, important surface properties, and then elaborates some strategies on achieving the bioinspired surface functionalization for metallic biomaterials.

Keywords: Biocompatibility; Biofilm resistance; Bioinspired surface functionalization; Corrosion resistance; Metallic biomaterials; Wear resistance.

Publication types

  • Review
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Biocompatible Materials / chemistry*
  • Biofilms
  • Bone Substitutes
  • Bone and Bones / chemistry
  • Calcium Phosphates / chemistry
  • Cell Line
  • Chromium Alloys
  • Corrosion
  • Equipment Design
  • Humans
  • Materials Testing
  • Metals / chemistry*
  • Mice
  • Microscopy, Electron, Scanning
  • Osseointegration
  • Prostheses and Implants
  • Stainless Steel
  • Surface Properties
  • Titanium

Substances

  • Biocompatible Materials
  • Bone Substitutes
  • Calcium Phosphates
  • Chromium Alloys
  • Metals
  • Stainless Steel
  • calcium phosphate
  • Titanium