Developing a gel to help regenerate tooth structure and fight infections
Multifunctional Colloidal Gel for Dentin Formation
This study is testing a special gel that helps your teeth heal by encouraging the growth of new dentin and fighting off bacteria, so you can have better dental treatments that restore your teeth more effectively.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R03 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | State University of New York at Buffalo NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Amherst, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10620203 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating a multifunctional colloidal gel designed to enhance the regeneration of dentin, the tissue beneath the enamel of teeth, while also combating bacterial infections. The approach involves engineering a gel that can stimulate the remaining cells in the tooth to produce new dentin and provide an antibacterial effect. By using advanced biomaterials, the project aims to create a supportive environment that encourages healing and repair in damaged teeth. Patients may benefit from improved dental treatments that can restore tooth structure more effectively than current methods.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals suffering from dental caries or tooth decay who are seeking innovative treatment options.
Not a fit: Patients with healthy teeth or those not experiencing dental issues may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective treatments for dental decay and infections, potentially reducing the need for more invasive procedures.
How similar studies have performed: Other research in the field of biomaterials and dental regeneration has shown promise, indicating that this approach could be a meaningful advancement in dental treatments.
Where this research is happening
Amherst, United States
- State University of New York at Buffalo — Amherst, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sarkar, Debanjan — State University of New York at Buffalo
- Study coordinator: Sarkar, Debanjan
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.