How sex and gender affect gum disease and diabetes
Official title: Sex/Gender influences on periodontal disease and diabetes: A population science approach, with software
Funded at Virginia Commonwealth University · NIH-10916311 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how gum disease and diabetes are connected, especially how these issues might affect men and women differently, to help create a tool that can guide people with Type-2 Diabetes on when they should see a dentist for better oral health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Virginia Commonwealth University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Richmond, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2022 |
| Project end | August 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $473,091 |
| NIH project number | 5R01DE031134-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10916311 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adults over 21 years old who have been diagnosed with Type-2 Diabetes and may also be experiencing periodontal disease.
✕Less likely to help
Patients without diabetes or those under 21 years old may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the relationship between periodontal disease and diabetes, focusing on how these conditions may differ based on sex and gender. By analyzing large national health databases, the study aims to identify risk factors and interactions that contribute to oral health issues in individuals with Type-2 Diabetes. The researchers will develop a risk index to help prioritize patients for dental visits based on their unique health profiles. This approach seeks to improve understanding and treatment of these interconnected health issues.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better-targeted dental care and improved health outcomes for patients with diabetes and periodontal disease.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the links between oral health and systemic diseases, indicating that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bandyopadhyay, Dipankar — Virginia Commonwealth University
- Study coordinator: Bandyopadhyay, Dipankar
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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.