Self-crystallisation, an unexpected property of 45S5 Bioglass®
Djurdja Vukajlovic, Katarina Novakovic, Oana Bretcanu
Abstract
Self-crystallisation of 45S5 Bioglass® powder and scaffolds was observed one year after their fabrication. Plate- and acicular-shape crystals, identified as calcium and sodium carbonates, grew at room temperature and atmospheric pressure, without any further treatment.
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AcicularCrystallizationMaterials scienceFabricationChemical engineeringAtmospheric pressureMineralogyComposite materialChemistryGeologyMicrostructureMedicineAlternative medicineEngineeringOceanographyPathologyBone Tissue Engineering MaterialsBuilding materials and conservationDental materials and restorations