New method for safely attaching and removing dental crowns
Official title: Novel primer for bonding and debonding of high-strength dental ceramics
Funded at University of Mississippi Med Ctr · NIH-11053770 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new way to attach and remove strong ceramic crowns on teeth using a special primer and laser, making the process easier and safer for patients who need dental work.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R03 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Mississippi Med Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Jackson, United States) |
| Project start | September 20, 2024 |
| Project end | September 19, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $310,000 |
| NIH project number | 1R03DE033744-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11053770 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are patients who have high-strength ceramic crowns and may require their removal or replacement.
✕Less likely to help
Patients without ceramic crowns or those who do not require dental restoration procedures may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates a novel primer that allows for the reversible bonding of high-strength ceramic crowns using laser energy. The goal is to develop a drill-free method for removing these crowns, which currently involves traumatic procedures that can harm underlying tissues and cause discomfort for patients. By utilizing a unique binding system, this approach aims to improve the efficiency and safety of dental crown procedures, benefiting both patients and dentists. The study will focus on the bonding and debonding capabilities of this primer with popular ceramic materials used in dentistry.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to less invasive and more comfortable dental procedures for patients requiring ceramic crowns.
How similar studies have gone: While the approach of using laser energy for dental applications has been explored, the specific use of a novel primer for reversible bonding in high-strength ceramics is a new and untested concept.
Where this research is happening
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University of Mississippi Med Ctr
Jackson, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Salazar Marocho, Susana M — University of Mississippi Med Ctr
- Study coordinator: Salazar Marocho, Susana M
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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.