Mechanical properties and in vitro cytocompatibility of dense and porous Ti-6Al-4V ELI manufactured by selective laser melting technology for biomedical applications.

The Ti-6Al-4V alloy is the most common biomaterial used for bone replacements and reconstructions. Despite its advantages, the Ti-6Al-4V has a high stiffness that can cause stress-shielding. In this work, we demonstrated that the selective laser melting (SLM) technology could be used to fabricate porosity in Ti-6Al-4V extra low interstitial (ELI) to reduce its stiffness while improving cell adhesion and proliferation.

Biomechanics of alloplastic mandible reconstruction using biomaterials: The effect of implant design on stress concentration influences choice of material.

Introduction: Mandibular endoprostheses have been explored extensively as potential methods of alloplastic reconstruction. Studies, however, have demonstrated that for segmental mandibular defects, there are challenges associated with loosening. Another method recently introduced in clinical settings is popular as a design for patient-specific implants for segmental mandibular defect and involves a tray (filled with bone) over the defect with wings on both sides secured with screws.

Osteogenic Potential of Graphene in Bone Tissue Engineering Scaffolds.

Scaffolds are physical substrates for cell attachments, proliferation, and differentiation, ultimately leading to tissue regeneration. Current literature validates tissue engineering as an emerging tool for bone regeneration. Three-dimensionally printed natural and synthetic biomaterials have been traditionally used for tissue engineering.