Understanding how water affects dental hard tissues
Role of Water in Dental Hard Tissues
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · JACKSON STATE UNIVERSITY · NIH-11014400
This study is looking at how water affects our teeth and gums, helping us understand dental problems better so we can improve how we diagnose and treat them.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | JACKSON STATE UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (JACKSON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11014400 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the role of water in dental hard tissues, focusing on how water interacts with components during the formation and degradation of teeth. Using advanced techniques like fluorescence compressed Raman spectroscopy, the study aims to identify changes in water content and structure that may correlate with dental pathologies. By comparing the spectral profiles of water in different dental tissues, the research seeks to enhance our understanding of dental diseases and improve diagnostic methods.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals experiencing dental issues such as caries or other dental pathologies.
Not a fit: Patients with no dental issues or those who have already undergone extensive dental treatments may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better diagnostic tools and treatment strategies for dental diseases.
How similar studies have performed: While the use of Raman spectroscopy in dental research is promising, this specific approach to understanding water's role in dental hard tissues is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
JACKSON, UNITED STATES
- JACKSON STATE UNIVERSITY — JACKSON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: YANG, SHAN — JACKSON STATE UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: YANG, SHAN
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.