Detecting cracks in teeth using advanced imaging technology
Official title: Automated Dental Fracture Detection using High Resolution CBCT and Advanced Image Analysis
Funded at Kitware, INC. · NIH-10491799 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new way to find cracks in teeth using advanced imaging technology and smart computer programs, which will help dentists catch problems early and keep your teeth healthy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Kitware, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Clifton Park, United States) |
| Project start | September 21, 2021 |
| Project end | September 21, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2022 |
| Award (this year) | $844,321 |
| NIH project number | 5R44DE027574-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10491799 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals experiencing dental issues related to cracked teeth or those at high risk for tooth fractures.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with no history of dental fractures or those who do not require dental interventions may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a new method for detecting cracks in teeth using high-resolution cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) and advanced image analysis techniques. By employing machine learning algorithms, the project aims to enhance the accuracy of crack detection, which is crucial for preventing painful infections and tooth loss. The researchers will validate this technology in clinical settings, ensuring that it meets the needs of dental professionals and patients alike. The goal is to create a reliable, objective tool that can be widely used in dentistry to improve patient outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce tooth loss and associated infections by enabling earlier detection and intervention for cracked teeth.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in using advanced imaging techniques for dental diagnostics, indicating that this approach could lead to significant advancements in the field.
Where this research is happening
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Kitware, INC.
Clifton Park, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Paniagua, Beatriz — Kitware, INC.
- Study coordinator: Paniagua, Beatriz
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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.