NIDCR News

NIDCR Clinical Director Janice S. Lee, DDS, MD, MS, & NIDCR Director Martha J. Somerman, DDS, PhD, note that early detection of medical conditions through a comprehensive and concise exam of the oral cavity can lead to timely management of disease and improve quality of life for patients.

A collaborative team of researchers used NIDCR's FaceBase data to demonstrate a powerful new approach to understanding the genetics of face shape.

NIDCR researchers defined the neural pathways for itch and identified a signaling molecule that enhances itch and blunts pain in mice.

NIDCR-supported research helps to uncover the molecular underpinnings of “touch,” which can cause sensations of pain or pleasure and affect our experience of the foods we eat.

​​​​​​​NIDCR training award supports PhD student’s work revealing new brain circuit for facial pain.