Enhanced mechanical and biological performances of CaO-MgO-SiO2 glass-ceramics via the modulation of glass and ceramic phases

Kuei Chih Feng, Yu Jie Wu, Chi Yun Wang, Chi Shun Tu, Yu Ling Lin, Cheng Sao Chen, Po Liang Lai, Yu Tzu Huang*, Pin Yi Chen*

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Abstract

This work reports a new CaO-MgO-SiO2 (CMS) bioactive glass-ceramic, using ZrO2 as a nucleus to modulate the ratios of glass and ceramic phases as a function of sintering temperature. Mg-rich bioactive CMS glass-ceramics exhibit advantages regarding mechanical strength (flexural strength ~190 MPa and compressive strength ~555 MPa), in-vitro and in-vivo biocompatibilities, and bone ingrowth. The high mechanical strengths could be attributed to the CaMgSi2O6 glass-ceramic and lower porosity. X-ray absorption spectra indicate an increased Si–O covalent bond via the development of CaMgSi2O6 glass-ceramics. From the in-vitro cytotoxicity and BMSC differentiation assays, the CMS samples sintered above 800 °C exhibited better cell attachment and differentiation, possibly due to structural stability, appropriate pore, and ion release to boost osteogenesis. Compared to hydroxyapatite (HA) ceramics, the CMS glass-ceramics display higher mechanical strengths, biocompatibility, and osteoconductivity. An in-vivo experiment demonstrated a fine bone-ingrowth profile around the CMS implant. This study may further the application of CMS glass-ceramics in bone implants.

Original languageEnglish
Article number112060
JournalMaterials Science and Engineering C
Volume124
DOIs
StatePublished - 05 2021
Externally publishedYes

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Keywords

  • Biocompatibility
  • CaO-MgO-SiO glass-ceramics
  • Mechanical strength

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