What are our orthopedic implants materials?

Introduction

Orthopedic implants materials are pivotal in restoring mobility and structural integrity, with advancements driven by biocompatibility, durability, and patient-specific needs. This article will introduce some normal materials Lyntop Medical used and are capable to processing in-house.

Stainless Steel

Lyntop Medical uses stainless steel on some of our Orthopedic Bone Plates and Locking Screws. It is highly durable, resistant to corrosion, and relatively inexpensive. We manufacture in different shapes and sizes to fit individual patient needs. The biggest advantage of stainless steel bone plates and screws is their low costs. However, one drawback of stainless steel is its relatively high weight, which may lead to stress on the surrounding bone and potential complications in some cases.

Titanium and Titanium Alloys

Lyntop Medical uses Titanium or titanium alloys (e.g., Ti-6Al-4V or Ti-6Al-4V ELI) on all of our Orthopedic Plate Types. They possess excellent bio-compatibility, strength, and low density & lightweight. Our material conforms to ASTM F136 Standard. They can reduce the stress on surrounding tissues and bones. Titanium implants also exhibit good resistance to corrosion and can integrate with the natural bone through osseointegration. This promotes long-term stability and reduces the risk of implant failure.

Cobalt Chrome Alloys

Lyntop Medical uses Cobalt Chrome Alloys on Cobalt Chrome Rod System, hip or knee replacements. Co-Cr-Mo alloys are known for their exceptional strength and wear resistance, excellent load-bearing capabilities and have a low risk of fracture. However, some patients may experience allergic reactions to the nickel content found in certain cobalt-chromium alloys.

PEEK

Lyntop Medical offers PEEK rods and Peek cages. PEEK material is known for its excellent wear resistance and ability to reduce friction between articulating surfaces. And PEEK owns on special advantage which is X-ray is transparent. This feature is good for doctor doing imaging evaluation. However, long-term use of polyethylene implants may lead to wear debris generation, potentially causing inflammation and implant loosening.

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