Mechanisms limiting silver incorporation in bioactive PEO-Ag coatings on Ti6Al4V

Key Points

• Silver incorporation is limited in bioactive coatings on Ti6Al4V, affecting their antimicrobial properties.
• Maximum silver content was notably low, reaching only 10% in tested samples.
• Analysis of bioactive PEO-Ag coatings reveals underlying mechanisms restricting silver integration.
• Understanding these mechanisms may enable improved performance of titanium bioactive materials.