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2024 was another productive year for our network! Remaining cognizant that our over-arching goal is to improve the nation’s oral health by improving the knowledge base for everyday clinical decision-making and moving the latest evidence into routine care, much was accomplished! For example:

• Data collection for 15 studies has been completed since 2020.
• Two studies had a very successful baseline data collection phase -- recruitment goals were actually exceeded! They are now in their post-baseline follow-up phase (Dental Implant Restoration Registry; Free Samples for Health Study).
• An additional study was successfully launched in 2024 (Periodontal Adjunctive Antibiotics Study). We plan for its baseline phase to be completed in August 2025.
• Study results were published in 13 peer-reviewed scientific publications in 2024, with another 4 accepted for publication. This is a large number. These publications were in highly-regarded, peer-reviewed scientific journals.
• Practitioners continue to be highly successful in Network studies and numerous other Network activities (e.g., presentations, publications, committees). We always encourage practitioners to share their experiences, such as in our Network newsletters and blog. Please consider communicating your experiences in 2025.
• Please see our “2024 Publication Highlights” below for key results from individual studies!

With many presentations and publications from our current and recently-completed studies planned for the coming year, 2025 will be another exciting year. Thank you for making it happen!

With regards,

Gregg

Gregg H. Gilbert, DDS, MBA, FAAHD, FACD, FICD

National Network Director

This year, our research network published many articles in peer-reviewed journals addressing critical oral health challenges. Our blog post provides a comprehensive overview of our key findings and their potential impact on your dental practice. From guideline adherence to treatment longevity, these publications offer valuable insights for dental professionals. Read more about our research and how it can transform your approach to patient care.

As we approach 2025, we're excited to invite you to deepen your engagement with our network. Your participation in Quick Polls and clinical studies has been invaluable, and there are many more ways to contribute your expertise and shape the future of our field. Share your story, present at conferences, join a committee, or mentor a colleague. Your involvement not only enhances your professional development but also advances dental research and improves patient care.

Improving the nation's oral health by improving

the knowledge base for clinical decision-making

and moving the latest evidence into routine care

The National Dental Practice-Based Research Network is supported by the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR), part of the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH), grants U19-DE-028717 and U01-DE-028727