Electrophoretic deposition of SnO/ZnO coated Titanium for antibacterial and hemocompatible implant applications

Abstract

Aim: In the biomedical field, the primary objective is to develop versatile biomaterials which are capable of  action against  bacterial growth. Among the various challenges, chronic infections stand out as the most severe and destructive complications associated with biomaterial usage. This issue is of utmost significance in the field of orthopedics and dental implants.

Materials and methods: In this present study, we develop a biocompatible and antibacterial coating that was fabricated by electrophoretic deposition (EPD). The coating formation  was investigated by surface characterization studies including surface morphology and functional group analysis which  confirmed  SnO/ZnO on the Cp-Ti surface.

Results:The surface exhibited  a laminar array with petal-like morphology which enhances the osteointegration process. In-vitro analysis of hemocompatibility studies exhibied the coating as a hemocompatible material. Antibacterial studies showed that coating acter against  S.aureus and E.coli bacteria.

Conclusion: In our study, the electrophoretic deposition of SnO/ZnO on Cp-Ti surfaces emerges as a promising biocompatible coating. This coating has demonstrated its ability to improve the surface characteristics and antibacterial efficacy of the implant.