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Newly identified brain circuits may point to better therapies to help reduce pain.
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How Sound Reduces Pain in Mice
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Newly identified brain circuits may point to better therapies

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The robust inflammation that comes with acute pain may protect against chronic pain.
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Inflammation May Curb, Not Cause, Chronic Pain
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Study offers clues for preventing chronic back & jaw pain

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Grupo de 5 niños en la escuela sonriendo hacia la cámara.
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Back to School With a Smile
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Find out how to keep your child’s teeth healthy!

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NIH scientists discover norovirus and other “stomach viruses” can spread through saliva
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‘Stomach Viruses’ Can Spread Through Saliva
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Norovirus and others grow in salivary glands

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Diversity at NIDCR

NIDCR is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse community in its research training and employment programs.

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Our Research

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

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Last Reviewed
January 2020