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However, the use of these prosthetic systems is not free from complications: the fibrotic encapsulation of endosseous implants often prevents optimal integration of the prostheses with the surrounding bone. To overcome these issues, biomimetic titanium implants have been developed where synthetic peptides have been selectively grafted on titanium surfaces via Schiff base formation. We used the retro-inverted sequence (DHVPX) from [351\u2013359] human Vitronectin and its dimer (D2HVP). Both protease-resistant peptides showed increased human osteoblast adhesion and proliferation, an augmented number of focal adhesions, and cellular spreading with respect to the control. D2HVP-grafted samples significantly enhance Secreted Phosphoprotein 1, Integrin Binding Sialoprotein, and Vitronectin gene expression vs. control. 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