Understanding factors affecting the integrity of the jaw joint over time
Official title: Predictive Markers for Longitudinal TMJ Integrity
Funded at State University of New York at Buffalo · NIH-10920362 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at what causes problems with the jaw joint (TMJ) and how these issues might be different for men and women, so we can better understand and track the health of people with jaw pain over time.
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 start | September 5, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $163,320 |
| NIH project number | 5R03DE032807-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10920362 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include individuals experiencing symptoms of temporomandibular disorders, particularly those who are female or have a family history of TMJ issues.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have temporomandibular disorders or related symptoms may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the factors that contribute to the deterioration of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), particularly focusing on how these factors may differ between males and females. By analyzing the mechanics and behaviors that influence TMJ tissue fatigue, the study aims to identify predictive markers that can help in understanding the progression of temporomandibular disorders (TMDs). The research utilizes a scoring system to quantify energy input to TMJ tissues and correlates these findings with anatomical and psychological variables that are easier to measure in clinical settings. Patients may be monitored over several years to assess changes in their TMJ health based on these predictive markers.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diagnostic tools and treatment strategies for patients suffering from temporomandibular disorders.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results in identifying predictive markers for joint integrity, suggesting that this approach may yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
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State University of New York at Buffalo
Amherst, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gonzalez-Stucker, Yoly M — State University of New York at Buffalo
- Study coordinator: Gonzalez-Stucker, Yoly M
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.