Analyzing the impact of fluoride on dental health in young people
Longitudinal Analysis of Iowa Fluoride Study Data, Including at Age Twenty-three
This study is looking at how fluoride affects kids' and teens' teeth over time, checking for things like cavities and white spots, and it’s for families who want to understand how diet and fluoride use can impact their children's dental health as they grow up.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R03 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Florida NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Gainesville, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10551892 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the long-term effects of fluoride exposure on dental health, specifically focusing on dental caries and fluorosis in children and adolescents. By utilizing advanced statistical models, the study will analyze data collected from participants at various ages, including five, nine, thirteen, seventeen, and twenty-three years old. The research aims to identify risk and protective factors that influence dental health outcomes over time, using a rich dataset from the Iowa Fluoride Study. Participants' dietary habits, including fluoride and sugar intake, will also be examined to understand their role in dental health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include children and adolescents aged 12 to 20 who have participated in the Iowa Fluoride Study.
Not a fit: Patients outside the age range of 12 to 20 or those who have not been part of the Iowa Fluoride Study may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved guidelines for fluoride use and better dental health outcomes for children and adolescents.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies using similar longitudinal data analysis methods have shown promise in understanding dental health trends, making this approach both relevant and potentially impactful.
Where this research is happening
Gainesville, United States
- University of Florida — Gainesville, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Datta, Somnath — University of Florida
- Study coordinator: Datta, Somnath
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.