osteoconductively

Osteoconductivity refers to the ability of a material to induce bone formation when implanted in the body. This property is crucial in the field of biomaterials and tissue engineering, where the goal is to create scaffolds or implants that can stimulate the natural healing processes of the body. Osteoconductive materials do not possess the ability to stimulate bone formation on their own, unlike osteogenic materials, which can induce bone growth. Instead, they provide a suitable environment for cells to adhere, proliferate, and differentiate into bone tissue. Commonly used osteoconductive materials include hydroxyapatite, tricalcium phosphate, and bioactive glasses. These materials are often used in orthopedic and dental applications to promote bone regeneration and integration with the surrounding tissue. The osteoconductive property is typically characterized by in vitro and in vivo studies, which assess the material's ability to support bone formation in the presence of living cells.