Evaluation of a Sol-Gel Zirconia-Silver Coating for Titanium Implants: Assessing Biocompatibility, Osseointegration, and Enhanced Short-Term Antibacterial Efficacy.

S. Brogini F. Paduano D. Bellavia Roberta Ruggiero A. D'Agostino Matteo Pavarini Nina Bono Roberto Chiesa M. Tatullo G. Giavaresi

Sep 2026 · Annals of Biomedical Engineering · 1 citation · 45 references

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Findings indicate that Solgel_Ti represents a promising dual-functional surface modification strategy that successfully combines antibacterial activity with preserved osseointegration and offers a viable pathway for the development of safe, infection-resistant orthopedic implants with long-term clinical potential.

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