Tracking outcomes of dental implant treatments across various practices
Official title: A Dental implant registry of treatment outcomes of implant therapy by practitioners in the National Dental Practice Based Research Network
Funded at University of Alabama at Birmingham · NIH-11038032 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is creating a detailed record of dental implant treatments to help improve how these procedures are done, so patients getting implants can benefit from better care and outcomes in the future.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Alabama at Birmingham NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Birmingham, United States) |
| Project start | February 1, 2021 |
| Project end | May 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $434,379 |
| NIH project number | 5UH3DE030090-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-11038032 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who are planning to receive dental implants or have recently undergone implant therapy.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not candidates for dental implants or those who have not undergone any implant procedures may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to establish a comprehensive registry that records the outcomes of dental implant treatments performed by practitioners in the National Dental Practice Based Research Network. By collecting data on the types of implants used, the prosthetic therapies provided, and any complications that arise, the study seeks to improve understanding of the factors affecting the success of dental implants. Patients who receive dental implants may benefit from enhanced treatment strategies developed from the insights gained through this registry. The research will involve enrolling a total of 2000 implants to ensure a robust dataset for analysis.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment protocols and better outcomes for patients receiving dental implants.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in utilizing registries to improve treatment outcomes in various medical fields, indicating a promising approach for dental implants as well.
Where this research is happening
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Cunha-Cruz, Joana — University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Study coordinator: Cunha-Cruz, Joana
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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.