Significance of Bioactive Coatings for Medical Implants

¹ Institute of Aeronautical Engineering, Dundigal, Hyderabad
² Lovely Professional University, Phagwara
³ Department of Mechanical Engineering, New Horizon College of Engineering, Bangalore
⁴ Lloyd Institute of Engineering & Technology Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh 201306
⁵ Lloyd Institute of Management and Technology, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India - 201306
⁶ Department of medical physicas, Hilla University College, Babylon, Iraq

Abstract

The field of implants is being redefined by bioactive coatings, which have become a pioneering area in medical implants. These unique coatings, packed with bioactive molecules, have an exceptional ability to interact with the adjacent biological surroundings, facilitating osseointegration, providing antimicrobial qualities, and contributing to overall implant function. The present abstract explores the latest improvements and designs in bioactive coatings, focusing on their essential role in enhancing the functionality and durability of medical implants. One of the main goals is integrating cutting-edge materials, like hydroxyapatite and bioactive glasses, that encourage implant integration and produce bioactive ions for therapeutic effects. Cell adhesion and regeneration of tissues can be accurately controlled by modifying the surface roughness and porosity of these coatings.Also, the risk of infections—a common concern in implantation surgery—is minimized through antimicrobial agents such as antibiotics and silver nanoparticles. To achieve consistency and longevity in coating deposition, this research also examines the most recent techniques, including plasma spraying and electrospinning.