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NIH Grant Supports Study of Piezoelectric Technology for Peri-Implantitis

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  • September 10, 2026

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Clinical Report: NIH Grant Supports Study of Piezoelectric Technology for Peri-Implantitis

Overview

Oral Biolife has received an NIH grant to study piezoelectric technology as a potential nonsurgical treatment for peri-implantitis. This research aims to evaluate the technology in the context of peri-implantitis.

Background

Peri-implantitis is an inflammatory condition affecting the tissues surrounding dental implants, leading to bone loss and potential implant failure. Current treatment options often require surgical intervention, creating a need for less invasive alternatives.

Data Highlights

No numerical or trial data was provided in the source material.

Key Findings

  • Oral Biolife's piezoelectric platform aims to stimulate bone formation through bioelectric signals.
  • The NIH grant will support research beyond periodontal bone regeneration to include peri-implantitis.
  • Dr. Ronaldo Santana will lead the study, bringing expertise in periodontology and implantology.
  • The research seeks to evaluate the potential of piezoelectric technology in treating peri-implantitis.
  • Oral Biolife is exploring applications of this technology in other dental and orthopedic contexts.

Clinical Implications

The study seeks to evaluate non-surgical treatment options for peri-implantitis.

Conclusion

The NIH-supported research on piezoelectric technology aims to evaluate its application in treating peri-implantitis.

Related Resources & Content

  1. ADA News, NIH awards $2M grant to ADA Science & Research Institute, University of Pennsylvania to study oral mucosa, 2021 -- NIH awards $2M grant to ADA Science & Research Institute, University of Pennsylvania to study oral mucosa
  2. ADA News, ADASRI scientists receive grant to study implant inflammation, 2022 -- ADASRI scientists receive grant to study implant inflammation
  3. compendium, Salvaging Implants With an Nd:YAG Laser: A Novel Approach to a Growing Problem, 2015 -- Salvaging Implants With an Nd:YAG Laser: A Novel Approach to a Growing Problem
  4. Guideline on treatment of peri-implant diseases - European Federation of Periodontology -- Guideline on treatment of peri-implant diseases
  5. inside dentistry — Penn Dental Medicine's Geelsu Hwang Engineering a Next-Generation Dental Implant
  6. Guideline on treatment of peri-implant diseases - European Federation of Periodontology
  7. Efficacy of different nonsurgical treatments for peri-implantitis: a multi-arm randomized controlled clinical trial - PMC
  8. Frontiers | Piezoelectric scaffolds for bone regeneration: a systematic review of preclinical studies

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