Expanding our research capacity for patients’ benefits
The Faculty is proud to announce that five of its projects have been awarded the Health and Medical Research Fund (HMRF) by the Health Bureau. This achievement reflects the Faculty’s strong commitment to advancing scientific knowledge and enhancing healthcare outcomes. These projects cover a wide range of research areas, from the integration of artificial intelligence into dental practice, to the investigation of the relationship between dietary patterns and oral health. The HMRF funding will enable our researchers to expand their research capacity, facilitating health and medical research to improve population health, improving healthcare practices, elevating patient care, and fostering clinical excellence.
Clinical Assistant Professor in Periodontology & Implant Dentistry
Project TitleEffect of the healthy plant-based dietary pattern as an adjunct to non-surgical periodontal treatment in periodontitis: a randomised controlled clinical trial
Clinical Assistant Professor in Prosthodontics
Project TitleDetecting gum inflammation using artificial intelligence-powered smartphone photography among older adults in Hong Kong
Clinical Assistant Professor in Orthodontics
Project TitleAcceleration of orthodontic tooth movement using minimally invasive microneedles
Clinical Assistant Professor in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Project TitleAssessment of virtual surgical planning and augmented reality for complex impacted tooth management: a clinical pilot study
Research Assistant Professor
Project TitleA behaviour theory and AI-based mobile app to improve oral health in adolescents: development and validation study