Dental implant surface morphology, chemical composition, and topography following double wavelength (2780/940 nm) laser irradiation. An in vitro study

Abstract

Objective: The aim of this in vitro study was to evaluate morphology alterations, chemical composition, and topography of moderately rough dental implants following double-wavelength laser irradiation. Material and Methods: Commercial-grade titanium dental implants representing different surface characteristics (Osseospeed [OS], TiUnite [TiU], and Roxolid SLActive [RS]) were used. Laser irradiation was performed using a computer-controlled robotic device with calibrated energy/power settings and deionized water spray. Micro-, nano-morphology surface alterations, chemical composition, and surface topography (Sa, Sds, Sdr) in the test group (laser plus water), control group A (water only), and control group B (no treatment) were analyzed using scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy-dispersive X-ray analysis (EDX), and white light laser profilometer (Interferometry). Results: SEM-evaluation revealed minor between-group differences in micro- and nano-morphology within each implant system. Significant overall differences in surface element content were observed between the test and control group B for all implant systems (p