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NIDCR Research

Improving the oral health of individuals and communities through research and innovation.

Research Conducted at NIDCR

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Explore the research happening at NIDCR and the scientists who are conducting it.

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Research Funded by NIDCR

Tooth epithelium (cell surface; yellow) and mesenchyme (cell surface; magenta). Proliferating cells (cyan) expand the tissue, generating a mechanical pressure at the tissue center that drives the formation of the main tooth signaling center or organizer, the enamel knot.

Interested in conducting research at your university or institution? Learn how NIDCR funding can help support your work.

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Clinical Research Templates, Policies, & Process

Interested in conducting clinical research?

Learn about the stages of conducting clinical research and the tools and templates NIDCR has available to help you complete each stage of the research process.

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Scientific Data Sharing

Learn about NIH’s and NIDCR’s expectations for data management and sharing by investigators.
Research Priorities

Access NIDCR’s strategic plan and explore proposed future research initiatives.
Data & Statistics

Find national prevalence estimates for oral health-related conditions by age group.
Oral Health in America Report

Read NIH’s report on the state of the nation’s oral health over the last 20 years.