Understanding how immune cells affect bone healing in gum disease
Osteoimmunology of Retarded Bone Regeneration in Periodontitis
This study is looking into why healing takes longer for people with gum disease, focusing on certain proteins that might affect how well bones can regenerate, and it invites patients to help by sharing samples or information to improve our understanding of this process.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Nova Southeastern University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Fort Lauderdale-Davie, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11179710 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the reasons why bone regeneration is slow in patients with periodontitis, a serious gum disease. It focuses on specific proteins that may play a role in the immune response and bone healing process. By examining how these proteins interact with bone cells, the study aims to uncover the underlying mechanisms that prevent effective bone regeneration even after treatment. Patients may be involved in providing samples or data to help understand these processes better.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults over 21 years old who have been diagnosed with periodontitis.
Not a fit: Patients without periodontitis or those under 21 years old may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatments that enhance bone healing in patients with periodontitis.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach may be novel, previous research has shown that understanding immune mechanisms can lead to advancements in treating bone regeneration issues.
Where this research is happening
Fort Lauderdale-Davie, UNITED STATES
- Nova Southeastern University — Fort Lauderdale-Davie, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kawai, Toshihisa — Nova Southeastern University
- Study coordinator: Kawai, Toshihisa
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 below.