Creating advanced dental implants to prevent infections
Official title: Multi-functional 3D Printed Dental Implants for Preventing Peri-implantitis
Funded at Cleveland State University · NIH-11167708 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new kind of dental implant made just for you that helps prevent infections, using special materials and 3D printing to make it stronger and safer than regular implants.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Cleveland State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cleveland, United States) |
| Project start | August 12, 2024 |
| Project end | May 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $636,951 |
| NIH project number | 5R01DE033364-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11167708 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who are considering dental implants or have experienced complications with existing implants.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not require dental implants or have contraindications for implant surgery may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a new type of dental implant designed to prevent peri-implantitis, a common infection affecting dental implants. The team will create a patient-specific implant using a special biocomposite material that incorporates antibacterial properties. By utilizing 3D printing technology, they aim to produce implants that not only integrate well with bone but also resist bacterial growth. Patients may benefit from implants that have improved durability and lower risk of infection compared to traditional options.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to dental implants that significantly reduce the risk of infections and improve patient outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results with 3D printed implants and antibacterial materials, indicating potential for success in this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
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Cleveland State University
Cleveland, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sikder, Prabaha — Cleveland State University
- Study coordinator: Sikder, Prabaha
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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.