Advancing regeneration of dental and craniofacial tissues
Michigan-Pittsburgh-Wyss Regenerative Medicine Resource Center: Advancing Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Regeneration to Clinical Trial Initiation
This study is working on new ways to help heal and restore teeth and facial tissues, so patients can eventually benefit from better treatments that improve both function and appearance.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10834031 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving the regeneration of dental, oral, and craniofacial tissues using innovative tissue engineering and regenerative medicine techniques. The project aims to bridge the gap between laboratory advancements and clinical practice by facilitating the translation of promising technologies into real-world applications. Through collaboration among leading institutions and industry experts, the initiative seeks to streamline the process of obtaining FDA approval for new treatments, ultimately enhancing patient care in dentistry. Patients may benefit from new therapies that restore function and aesthetics in dental and craniofacial areas.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals with dental, oral, or craniofacial tissue damage or disorders seeking innovative treatment options.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions unrelated to dental or craniofacial tissues may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to groundbreaking treatments that effectively regenerate damaged dental and craniofacial tissues.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research in regenerative medicine has shown success in other areas, indicating a promising potential for similar advancements in dental and craniofacial regeneration.
Where this research is happening
Ann Arbor, United States
- University of Michigan at Ann Arbor — Ann Arbor, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kohn, David H. — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Kohn, David H.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.