Impact Factor (2025): 6.9
DOI Prefix: 10.47001/IRJIET
Metallic
medical implants play a critical role in re-establishing physiological purpose
and structural balance across various clinical appeals, involving orthopedics
and dentistry. However, the long-term success of these implants is remarkably
compromised by corrosion processes occurring in physiological environments. The
purpose of this review is to thoroughly examine the mechanisms underlying
corrosion induced deterioration in widely used implant material, including
titanium alloy, cobalt-chromium alloys, and stainless steel, and to determine
the clinical implications of these mechanisms. A thorough review of the
literature was done with an emphasis on surface characterization, biological
reaction, including cytotoxicity linked to metal ion release, and electrochemical
corrosion behaviors. The main conclusions show that stainless steel is the most
prone to corrosion, especially in environment with a lot of chloride. This is
mainly because titanium alloys, which have a stable and protective TiO2
passive layer, are more resistant to corrosion than stainless steel. Despite
titanium’s superior corrosion resistance, all implant materials exhibit
vulnerability to mechanical stress, fretting, and harsh biological condition.
The significant association between the release of metal ions such as nickel
and cobalt and increased inflammatory responses and decreased cell viability
raise serious concern about patient safety. Current mitigation technique such
as surface passivation, polymer-based barriers hydroxyapatite coating, and
advanced coating like titanium nitride could improve the biocompatibility and
durability of implant. To guarantee sustained performance, however, additional
optimization and thorough long-term on vivo assessments are required. The
review highlight how essential better metal ion discharged regulations,
standardized corrosion testing process, and the creation of innovative hybrid
materials with elevated corrosion resistance are needed. In order to enhance
implant longevity, safety, and regulatory compliance, future research that
merge clinical data with predictive modeling will be necessary.
Country : India
IRJIET, Volume 9, Issue 9, September 2025 pp. 34-39