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Comparison of Electrical Properties between Fluoroapatite and Hydroxyapatite Materials

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Abstract

By appropriate modifications of existing precipitation methods, apatite samples of formula M10(PO4)6X2 (M=Ca, Pb, Ba and X=F, OH) were prepared at 80°C. Samples were characterized using X-ray diffraction, infrared, 31P NMR, SEM, and chemical analysis. By comparing the effect of fluoride and hydroxide ions on ionic conductivity measurements, it was concluded that the fluorinated materials (MFAp) were better conductors than other hydroxyapatites (MHAp). The F− and H+ ions are the main charge carriers, respectively, in fluoroapatite and in hydroxyapatite compounds. The most pronounced effect on the conduction properties was observed in the lead apatite material. These results should provide important physico-chemical information for ionic diffusion of the roles played by fluoride in inhibiting dental caries.

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