Ultraviolet Light Treatment of Titanium Enhances Attachment, Adhesion, and Retention of Human Oral Epithelial Cells via Decarbonization

Ultraviolet Light Treatment of Titanium Enhances Attachment, Adhesion, and Retention of Human Oral Epithelial Cells via Decarbonization

Early establishment of soft-tissue adhesion and seal at the transmucosal and transcutaneous surface of implants is crucial to prevent infection and ensure the long-term stability and function of implants. Herein, we tested the hypothesis that treatment of titanium with ultraviolet (UV) light would e...

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Main Authors: Kourosh Nakhaei, Manabu Ishijima, Takayuki Ikeda, Amirreza Ghassemi, Juri Saruta, Takahiro Ogawa
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-12-01
Series:Materials
Subjects:
soft tissue
hydrocarbon
photofunctionalization
dental and orthopedic implants
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1996-1944/14/1/151

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