Testing new dental materials to predict their performance in patients
Official title: Clinically-calibrated Accelerated Fatigue Test for Predicting the Clinical Performance of Dental Restorative Materials
Funded at University of Minnesota · NIH-11289572 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on a new way to test dental materials to see how well they hold up in real life, which could help make your dental work last longer and reduce the need for future visits to the dentist.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Minnesota NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Minneapolis, United States) |
| Project start | May 1, 2025 |
| Project end | April 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $441,247 |
| NIH project number | 4R33DE033183-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11289572 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who require dental restorations, such as fillings or crowns.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not require dental restorations or have no history of dental issues may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to develop a new testing method for dental materials that can predict how well they will perform in real clinical settings. By using an accelerated fatigue test calibrated with clinical data, the researchers will assess the durability and effectiveness of resin composites used in dental restorations. Patients can benefit from this research as it seeks to improve the quality and longevity of dental materials, potentially reducing the need for future dental work. The study will involve testing these materials under conditions that mimic real-life use, providing valuable insights into their performance.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more reliable and longer-lasting dental restorations for patients.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown promise in developing testing methods for dental materials, but this specific approach is innovative and aims to enhance existing methodologies.
Where this research is happening
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University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Fok, Alex Siu-Lun — University of Minnesota
- Study coordinator: Fok, Alex Siu-Lun
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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.