Effect of Ammonium Fluoride Concentrations on Bamboo-Like Structure of the Titanium Dioxide Nanotubes for Titanium Implants
摘要
In this article, the influence of fluoride ion concentrations on the bamboo-like structure of titanium dioxide nanotubes (TNTs) and cell attachment was investigated. Research methods involved powder X‑ray diffraction, field-emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM), and confocal laser scanning microscope (CLSM) to characterize TNTs properties. Powder X-ray diffraction results showed that TNTs consisted of a mixture of rutile and anatase. FESEM images revealed that the microstructure of TNTs was controlled by NH4F concentrations. CLSM images demonstrated better BHK cells attachment compared to untreated titanium (Ti). These findings suggest that TNTs synthesis via anodizing is a biocompatible material with potential applications in biomedical implants.