AIMS: Surface modifications at the nanometric scale may promote protein adsorption, cell adhesion and thus favor the osseointegration of metal implants. The behavior of osteoblastic cells was studied on mirror-polished (Smooth-SS) and nanostructured (Nano-SS) stainless steel surfaces. MATERIALS & METHODS: The nanostructuration was obtained by anodization. The surfaces were characterized by scanning electron, atomic force microscopy (AFM) and X-ray photoelectron specytoscopy. Osteoblastic cells were cultured on these surfaces. RESULTS & DISCUSSION: AFM showed a regular array of pores on the Nano-SS. Osteoblastic cells spread more rapidly on Nano-SS surfaces than on Smooth-SS surfaces. Cell viability was similar on Smooth-SS and Nano-SS. Alkaline phosphatase activity increased with culture time whatever the substrate but was better enhanced at 21 days on the Nano-SS than on the Smooth-SS. CONCLUSION: This study shows that the nanostructuration of metal implants may improve the adhesion and differentiation of osteoblastic cells.
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