Nanostructured Ti Grade 2 for Biomedical Applications: Evaluation of Cellular Interaction

Tissue engineering has as one of its objectives the development of biocompatible materials, capable of interacting with biological tissues, promoting regeneration or function repair. Titanium is widely used in dental and medical implants, due to its mechanical properties and biocompatibility. Alternatives of relatively low-cost titanium, with low elastic modulus, non-toxic and that maintain the mechanical properties are currently intended. Pure titanium grade 2 presents desired characteristics such as low density, excellent biocompatibility, and good corrosion resistance, although mechanical resistance may be improved. This work is focused on the biological evaluation of commercialized pure titanium grade 2 (Ti CP2), and its characteristics as a biocompatible material, viewing medical applications, such as osseointegration.