Research Projects & Grants

For Profit Organization

• Clinical Efficacy of Single-use Peroxyl Mouthwash as Anti-bacterial in Saliva and in the Reduction of Bioaerosol Contamination, Role: Investigator, Colgate-Palmolive Company, (09/2020) Status: Completed
• Determination of the Oral Irritation and Sensitization Potential of an Experimental Whitening Toothpaste Formulation, Role: Investigator, Colgate-Palmolive Company, (08/2020 - 07/2024) Status: Completed
• The Clinical Investigation of Stannous F luoride Containing Toothpaste Compared toColgate C avity Protection Toothpaste in Reducing Plaque and Gingivitis - A Six-Month Study in California, Role: Investigator, Colgate-Palmolive Company, (04/2020 - 07/2024) Status: Completed
• Evaluation of clinical performance and safety of a tooth whitening system in conjunction with standard dental prophylaxis: A pilot study, Role: Investigator, Oraceutical, Inc., (01/2020 - 07/2024) Status: Completed
• The clinical investigation of Stannous Fluoride containing toothpaste compared to Colgate cavity protection toothpaste in reducing plaque and Gingivitis - A six-month study in California, Role: Investigator, Colgate-Palmolive Company, (11/2019 - 07/2024) Status: Completed
• An evaluation of the efficacy of 3M™ dry mouth moisturizing spray on the relief of dry mouth symptoms, Role: Investigator, 3M Dental Products, (07/2019 - 07/2020) Status: Completed
• Evaluation of Clinical performance and safety of a tooth whitening system in conjunction with a standard dental prophylaxis: A pilot study, Role: Investigator, Oraceutical, Inc., (06/2019 - 07/2024) Status: Completed
• Clinical investigation examining plaque and gingivitis reductions of connected toothbrush compared to non-connected toothbrush; A six-week clinical study in California, Role: Investigator, Colgate-Palmolive Company, (12/2018 - 12/2019) Status: Completed
• A prospective, randomized, blinded, clinical study to evaluate effects of a 3M oral rinse on plaque, Role: Investigator, 3M Dental Products, (09/2018 - 09/2019) Status: Completed
• Clinical research study to evaluate the stain removal efficacy of a toothpaste containing stannous fluoride compared to control group using Colgate cavity protection toothpaste, Role: Investigator, Colgate-Palmolive Company, (12/2017 - 12/2018) Status: Completed
• Determination of the oral irritation and sensitization potential of an experimental whitening gel formulation, Role: Investigator, Colgate-Palmolive Company, (09/2017 - 09/2018) Status: Completed
• A controlled clinical study to investigate the whitening efficacy of a whitening toothpaste using shade guide assessments, a camera based digital imaging system and the Easyshade device, Role: Investigator, Colgate-Palmolive Company, (08/2017 - 08/2018) Status: Completed
• Tooth Stain Penetration Mechanism by Type of Stain Simulated with Gold Nanorods, Role: PD/PI, Colgate-Palmolive Company, (04/2017 - 04/2019) Status: Closed
• Evaluation of clinical performance of three Philips Day White tooth whitening gels with and without a LED zoom light, Role: Investigator, Philips Oral Healthcare, (10/2016 - 10/2017) Status: Completed
• The clinical investigation of an experimental toothpaste containing SnDZZ as compared to Crest Pro-Health Toothpaste and Colgate Fluoride Toothpaste in reducing plaque and gingivitis, Role: Investigator, Colgate-Palmolive Company, (05/2016 - 05/2017) Status: Completed
• A randomized parallel design study to evaluate the effect of tooth brushing modalities on extrinsic stain removal, Role: Investigator, Philips Oral Healthcare, (05/2016 - 05/2017) Status: Completed
• Clinical investigation to assess whitening efficacy of Actis using a camera based digital imaging system, Role: Investigator, Colgate-Palmolive Company, (03/2016 - 03/2017) Status: Completed
• A phase 3, multi-center, randomized, double-blind, parallel-groups clinical trial comparing the efficacy and safety of intranasally administered kovacaine mist to placebo for anesthetizing maxillary teeth in adults, Role: Investigator, St. Renatus, LLC, (12/2013 - 12/2014) Status: Completed
• Clinical investigation on tooth whitening efficacy for comparing Colgate Optic White Toothpaste to Crest 3D White Vivid Toothpaste and Colgate Cavity Protection, Role: Investigator, Colgate-Palmolive Company, (02/2013 - 02/2014) Status: Completed
• Instant dentin hypersensitivity reduction efficacy of a toothbrush/pen-like applicator combination: a pilot clinical study consisting of a tooth brushing followed by pen application of an 8.0% arginine and calcium carbonate desensitizing gel or a matching placebo gel, Role: Investigator, Colgate-Palmolive Company, (11/2012 - 11/2013) Status: Completed
• Clinical investigation on tooth whitening efficacy for comparing Colgate Optic White Toothpaste to Crest 3D White 2 Hour Express Whitestrips, Role: Investigator, Colgate Palmolive Technology Center, (10/2012 - 10/2013) Status: Completed
• Clinical investigation on tooth whitening efficacy for comparing Colgate Optic White toothpaste to Crest 3D White Vivid toothpaste and Colgate Cavity Protection toothpaste, Role: Investigator, Colgate-Palmolive Company, (08/2012 - 08/2013) Status: Completed
• The clinical investigation of Colgate total toothpaste as compared to Colgate cavity protection toothpaste in controlling established plaque and gingivitis: A four-week clinical study in the US, Role: Investigator, Colgate-Palmolive Company, (07/2012 - 07/2013) Status: Completed
• A comparative study to assess the whitening effect of two professional bleaching regimens (Philips Zoom WhiteSpeed LED Accelerator and Ultradent Opalescence Boost PF), Role: Investigator, Philips Oral Healthcare, (04/2012 - 04/2013) Status: Completed
• Clinical investigation of hypersensitivity reduction efficacy of the CSPR US toothpaste as compared to the CSPR US Calcium Silicate toothpaste, Role: Investigator, Colgate-Palmolive Company, (10/2011 - 10/2012) Status: Completed

Internal

• Oral Health Care Providers• Awareness and Perception of Salivary Diagnostics, Role: Investigator, LLU School of Dentistry, (12/2023 - 04/2024) Status: Completed
• The Effect of Face Mask Wearing on Breath Malodor, Role: PI, LLU School of Dentistry, (12/2023 - 04/2024) Status: Completed
• Patients’ satisfaction and acceptance on the use of 2.5% vs 5% sodium fluoride topical varnish, Role: PI, LLU School of Dentistry, (12/2023 - 04/2024) Status: Completed
• Relationship between Salivary Diagnostics and Gingival and Plaque Index, Role: PI, LLU School of Dentistry, (11/2023 - 04/2024) Status: Completed
• Assessment of Orv Mouth using the Modified Schinner Test vs Unstimulated Salivary Flow Testing, Role: PI, LLU School of Dentistry, (10/2023 - 04/2024) Status: Completed
• The presence of association between periodontal conditions and the progression of HIV disease, Role: Investigator, LLU School of Dentistry, (09/2023 - 09/2024) Status: Completed
• Caries Risk Assessment and Management by Dental Institution: A Cross­-Sectional Study using BigMouth Data, Role: PI, LLU School of Dentistry, (08/2023 - 03/2025) Status: Completed
• Survival rate of posterior composite restorations at a Southern California Dental School: A retrospective cohort study, Role: PI, LLU School of Dentistry, (08/2023 - 04/2024) Status: Completed
• Promoting eating well to increase awareness of the relationship between diet and oral health, Role: PI, LLU School of Dentistry, (12/2022 - 04/2024) Status: Completed
• Rate of Root canal success over time, in cases using MTAD versus EDTA as a root canal irrigant, Role: Investigator, LLU School of Dentistry, (11/2022 - 04/2024) Status: Completed
• Association Between Clinical Oral Manifestations and Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome (OSAS), Role: PI, LLU School of Dentistry, (11/2022 - 04/2024) Status: Completed
• Efficacy of Eco-Friendly Toothpaste Tablets versus Conventional Toothpaste using PI and GI Index, Role: PI, LLU School of Dentistry, (11/2022 - 04/2024) Status: Completed
• Examining the effects of osteoporosis, diabetes and smoking on failure rates of osseointegration of dental implants, Role: Investigator, LLU School of Dentistry, (10/2022 - 04/2024) Status: Completed
• Efficiency in Managing Dental Urgent Care Cases at a Southern California Dental School, Role: PI, LLU School of Dentistry, (10/2022 - 04/2024) Status: Completed
• Distribution of Caries Risk Category among Loma Linda University School of Dentistry Patients, Role: PI, LLU School of Dentistry, (10/2022 - 04/2024) Status: Completed
• User Friendliness and Perception of Toothpaste Tablets as Observed by Consumers, Role: PI, LLU School of Dentistry, (01/2022 - 04/2024) Status: Completed
• Association Between Body Mass Index and Dental Caries in Young Adults, Role: Investigator, LLU School of Dentistry, (11/2021 - 04/2024) Status: Completed
• Older Adults' Awareness and Satisfaction towards Teledentistrv, Role: PI, LLU Dept. of Dental Education Services, (04/2021 - 04/2022) Status: Approved
• Relationship of Patient Demographics on the Frequency of Teledentistry eVisits Provided by Institution, Role: PI, LLU Dept. of Dental Education Services, (03/2021 - 03/2025) Status: Completed
• Relationship of Patient Demographics on the Frequency of Teledentistry eVisits, Role: PI, LLU Dept. of Dental Education Services, (01/2021 - 03/2025) Status: Completed
• Feasibility of Taking Intraoral Photos by the General Public Using a Smartphone Application: A Pilot Study, Role: PI, LLU Dept. of Dental Education Services, (01/2021 - 04/2024) Status: Completed
• Geospatial approaches to community outreach of the elderly population in San Bernardino County, Role: PI, LLU School of Dentistry, (05/2020 - 05/2021) Status: Completed
• The comparison of blood pressure readings in manual vs electronic blood pressure cuffs in the clinical settings, Role: PI, LLU Dept. of Dental Education Services, (12/2019 - 04/2024) Status: Completed
• The effect of three toothpastes on plaque glycolysis (PG), Role: Investigator, LLU Dept. of Restorative Dentistry, (12/2019) Status: Completed
• The effect of green tea on plaque glycolysis as evaluated with the modified Plaque Glycolysis and Regrowth Method (PGRM), Role: PI, LLU Dept. of Dental Education Services, (11/2019) Status: Completed
• Evaluation of natural remedies and an over-the-counter mouth rinse in moisturizing mouth to relieve dry mouth symptoms, Role: PI, LLU Center for Dental Research, (11/2019) Status: Completed
• Retooling dental education through the lens of students, Role: Investigator, LLU Dept. of Dental Hygiene, (10/2019 - 10/2020) Status: Approved
• Plaque Glycolysis and Regrowth Method (PGRM): An internal validation study, Role: PI, LLU Center for Dental Research, (06/2019) Status: Completed
• Assessment of information literacy knowledge as part of evidence based dentistry, Role: PI, LLU Center for Dental Research, (01/2019 - 01/2020) Status: Completed
• Bioengineered Materials to Modulate the Cariogenic Potential of Dental Biofilm, Role: PD/PI, LLU - GRASP, (01/2018 - 12/2021) Status: Closed
• Evaluation of clinical efficacy of Crest 3D 2-hour express whitestrips, Role: Investigator, LLU Center for Dental Research, (02/2012 - 02/2013) Status: Completed
• Outcome and Efficacy of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology Consultations at a Southern California Dental School, Role: PI, LLU School of Dentistry, (04/2024) Status: Completed
• Retrospective Analysis of the Prevalence of Alveolar Osteitis Following Surgical Extraction of Mandibular Third Molars, Role: PI, LLU School of Dentistry, (10/2024 - 03/2025) Status: Completed
• Effectiveness of a Nutritional Counseling Tool in Reducing the Amount and Frequency of Sugar Intake: A Pilot Clinical Trial, Role: PI, LLU School of Dentistry, (10/2024 - 03/2025) Status: Completed
• Prevalence of Migraine Headaches in Obstructive Sleep Apnea Patients in Faculty Practice, Role: PI, LLU School of Dentistry, (10/2024) Status: Approved

Non-Profit Organization

• On Demand Anticariogenic Activity of 3D Printed Composite Discs Infused with Gold Doped Titanium Oxide Nanofibers (Au-TiO2 NFs), Role: PD/PI, International Association for Dental Research, (03/2020 - 03/2024) Status: Closed
• Precision of Implant Placement with 3D printed Guides, Role: PD/PI, American Academy of Implant Dentistry, (11/2018 - 10/2020) Status: Closed