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  3. NIDCR Celebrates its 75th Anniversary

75th Anniversary Research Vignettes

Far from a random grouping of cells, the microbiome community in human dental plaque is well-organized.

June 26, 2024

Exploring the Mouth’s Microbial Wonders

Research reveals how oral microbes shape health.

Fusobacterium nucleatum bacteria (purple) in a human colorectal cancer tumor.

May 8, 2024

Healthy Mouth, Healthy Body

NIDCR illuminates the oral-systemic connection.

A colorized scanning electron micrograph of a human oral squamous carcinoma cell, the most common form of head and neck cancer.

April 29, 2024

Facing Cancer Head-On

Research aims to bring better solutions for head and neck cancer.

Watercolor painting esque image of the molars and roots with the purple gums/backdrop

March 28, 2024

Probing Periodontal Disease

NIDCR’s progress to understand a common condition.

Children smiling and looking at the camera

February 12, 2024

Big Hopes for Little Teeth

NIDCR research brings healthy smiles to children.

Shaun Abrams, D.D.S., Ph.D.

January 31, 2024

The Trainee Journey

Past and present trainees share their stories.

An illustration depicting dry mouth.

December 18, 2023

Turning the Tap Back On

Scientists aim to repair damaged glands and restore saliva flow.

A woman clutches at her jaw in pain.

November 15, 2023

Looking Forward to Greater Impact on TMDs

Building a patient-centric research focus.

Poorly mineralized bone and scar-like tissue replaces healthy bone and marrow in patients with FD/MAS.

September 6, 2023

A Quarter-Century Scientific Quest

Fibrous dysplasia/McCune-Albright research offers hope, answers.

An artistic depiction of a scientist working working in a lab.

August 9, 2023

Legacies of the Pandemic

COVID-19 thrusts NIDCR research into the spotlight.

An abstract image showing human faces.

July 13, 2023

Cracking the Code to the Human Face

Decades of research are helping decipher craniofacial disorders.

Rena D’Souza, D.D.S., Ph.D.

June 23, 2023

NIDCR at 75

In this video, Dr. Rena D’Souza charts the path ahead.

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December 2024
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