Oral Health for All

NIDCR supports research to improve dental, oral, and craniofacial health.
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Data-Driven Science (DDS) Hub

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Oral Cancer Awareness Month

Ask your dentist about an oral cancer exam
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Introducing the Data-Driven Science (DDS) Hub!

A collection of resources to accelerate data science research
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Cells Under Pressure

The physical forces that sculpt a tooth
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Fluoride & Dental Health

Fluoride can prevent tooth decay in children and adults

Research at NIDCR

NIDCR Research

NIDCR is the federal government's lead agency for scientific research on dental, oral and craniofacial health and disease.

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Cancer and Oral Health

Learn more about how cancer treatment can impact the mouth

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Ask the Expert: Bruxism

NIDCR’s Dr. Hosam Alraqiq answers frequent questions about Bruxism

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