An Exercise to Train and Calibrate Examiners in Preparation forFuture Investigational Periodontal Studies,
Role: Investigator,
(06/1994 - 06/1995)
Status: Completed
Federal
Equipment to Enhance Training of Dental Hygiene Professionals in Coachella Valley,
Role: PD/PI,
Health Resources and Services Administration/DHHS,
(09/2010 - 08/2011)
Status: Closed
For Profit Organization
Efficacy of CloSYS oral rinse products in human subjects in controlling oral malodor,
Role: Investigator,
Rowpar Pharmaceuticals,
(07/2016 - 07/2017)
Status: Completed
The clinical investigation of the SnF toothpaste as compared to the Crest Pro-Health Toothpaste and the Colgate Cavity Protection Toothpaste in controlling established plaque and gingivitis,
Role: Investigator,
Colgate-Palmolive Company,
(10/2013 - 10/2014)
Status: Completed
Clinical investigation on two dentifrices (8% arginine/1450 MFP/calcium carbonate toothpaste, abd anticavity toothpaste) in controlling supragingival calculus formation and gingivitis. A twelve week clinical in California,
Role: Investigator,
Colgate-Palmolive Company,
(02/2009 - 02/2010)
Status: Completed
Global GUM triad anchorless toothbrush - a clinical trial,
Role: Investigator,
Sunstar Americas, Inc.,
(02/2009 - 02/2010)
Status: Completed
Twelve-hour organoleptic malodor clinic study on Colgate total advanced fresh toothpaste,
Role: Investigator,
Colgate-Palmolive Company,
(07/2003 - 07/2004)
Status: Completed
The antiplaque/antigingivitis efficacy of a 1% chlorhexidine gluconate dentifrice over an eight week period (Ver. 3/19/01),
Role: Investigator,
Colgate Palmolive Technology Center,
(12/2001 - 12/2002)
Status: Completed
Evaluation of Rambrandt toothpaste in a randomized, double-blind, six-month clinical study,
Role: Investigator,
Den-Mat Corporation,
(02/2000 - 02/2001)
Status: Completed
Evaluation of the efficacy of Rembrandt mouthrinse for the prevention of gingivitis in a six-month randomized clinical study,
Role: Investigator,
Den-Mat Corporation,
(05/1998 - 05/1999)
Status: Completed
A multi-center, parallel design, single-blind study comparing VR303 with Coe-Pak periodontal dressing, VR-303-ABS with octyldent periodontal periodontal adhesive in the clinical signs associated with periodontitis [Incorporating Amendments No.1, 2 and 3],
Role: Investigator,
Atrix Laboratories, Inc.,
(06/1997 - 06/1998)
Status: Completed
A Multi-Center, Parallel Design, Single-Blind Study Comparing VR-303-ABS, VR-303-P, Scaling and Root Planing, and Oral Hygiene in Reducing the Clinical Signs Associated with Periodontitis,
Role: Investigator,
Atrix Laboratories, Inc.,
(12/1995 - 12/1996)
Status: Completed
Clinical Training Program for the Administration of VR-303-ABS,
Role: Investigator,
Atrix Laboratories, Inc.,
(06/1994 - 06/1995)
Status: Completed
Comparative investigation of tooth whitening efficacy of Colgate Platinum Accelerator whitening system (dual chamber syringe) containing 5.0% hydrogen peroxide and 5.0% potassium nitrate to that of Discus Daywhite 2Z whitening system (dual chamber syringe) containing 7.5% hydrogen peroxide and potassium nitrate,
Role: Investigator,
Colgate Palmolive Technology Center,
Status: Completed
Validation and comparison of techniques for assessing plaque formation on dentures,
Role: Investigator,
GlaxoSmithKline,
Status: Completed
Internal
The predictors of success for passing the national and state dental hygiene board examination,
Role: PI,
LLU Dept. of Dental Hygiene,
(08/2007 - 08/2008)
Status: Completed
Effects of different oral activities on oral malodor,
Role: Investigator,
LLU Dept. of Periodontics,
(12/2005 - 12/2006)
Status: Completed
Rate of reformation of tongue coatings in young adults,
Role: Investigator,
LLU Dept. of Periodontics,
(12/2005 - 12/2006)
Status: Completed
Patients' perception of post-operative pain in dental implant placement surgery,
Role: PI,
LLU School of Dentistry,
(12/2005 - 12/2006)
Status: Completed
No more tears,
Role: PI,
LLU School of Dentistry,
(11/2005 - 11/2006)
Status: Completed
A clinical comparison of three extra-oral devices for the treatment of snoring,
Role: PI,
LLU Dept. of Dental Hygiene,
(10/2005 - 10/2006)
Status: Completed
Tongue coating, fissures of the tongue and unpleasant breath in young adults,
Role: Investigator,
LLU School of Dentistry,
(08/2005 - 08/2006)
Status: Completed
Factors of importance for good oral hygiene results in patients treated for periodontitis,
Role: Investigator,
LLU School of Dentistry,
(06/2005)
Status: Completed
Plaque removal of the 21st century,
Role: PI,
LLU School of Dentistry,
(01/2005 - 01/2006)
Status: Completed
Fun times: does a fun powered toothbrush increase the effectiveness and duration of brushing in children?,
Role: PI,
LLU School of Dentistry,
(11/2004 - 11/2005)
Status: Completed
The effect of wheat grass juice on gingivitis,
Role: PI,
LLU School of Dentistry,
(11/2004 - 11/2005)
Status: Completed
Steiner analysis on cranial MRI scans,
Role: PI,
LLU School of Dentistry,
(10/2004 - 10/2005)
Status: Completed
Comparison of two commercial prophy pastes by dental hygiene students,
Role: PI,
LLU Dept. of Dental Hygiene,
(05/2004 - 05/2005)
Status: Completed
Remineralization vs restorative procedures,
Role: Investigator,
LLU School of Dentistry,
(03/2004)
Status: Completed
In-office versus at-home tooth whitening systems and subsequent shade changes.,
Role: Investigator,
LLU School of Dentistry,
(02/2004 - 02/2005)
Status: Completed
Halitosis in vegetarians vs. non-vegetarians,
Role: Investigator,
LLU School of Dentistry,
(01/2004 - 01/2005)
Status: Completed
The perfect temperament,
Role: Investigator,
LLU School of Dentistry,
(11/2003)
Status: Completed
Clinical evaluation of a nutritional vitamin for the treatment of periodontal disease,
Role: Investigator,
LLU School of Dentistry,
(09/2003 - 09/2004)
Status: Completed
Handwashing made easy,
Role: Investigator,
LLU School of Dentistry,
(09/2003 - 09/2004)
Status: Completed
Comparison of the 13/14 and 5/6 gracey curettes on mandibular anterior lingual teeth and operator fatigue,
Role: PI,
LLU School of Dentistry,
(10/2002 - 10/2003)
Status: Completed
The effectiveness of maxillary flat plane splints on myofascial pain in dental students using defined parameters,
Role: PI,
LLU School of Dentistry,
(10/2002 - 10/2003)
Status: Completed
The comparison of endoscopic visualization and tactile sensitivity in a clinical educational setting,
Role: PI,
LLU School of Dentistry,
(10/2002 - 10/2003)
Status: Completed
The efficacy of chlorhexidine rinse in reducing salivary S. mutans in the oral cavity,
Role: PI,
LLU School of Dentistry,
(10/2002 - 10/2003)
Status: Completed
Are patients at risk in local dental offices?,
Role: PI,
LLU School of Dentistry,
(10/2002 - 10/2003)
Status: Completed
What lies beneath your acrylic and natural nails,
Role: PI,
LLU School of Dentistry,
(10/2002 - 10/2003)
Status: Completed
The effects of hard & soft tissue laser system on relieving patient fear/anxiety,
Role: PI,
LLU School of Dentistry,
(10/2002 - 10/2003)
Status: Completed
Recurrence of streptococcus mutans following antimicrobial rinsing,
Role: PI,
LLU School of Dentistry,
(10/1996 - 10/1997)
Status: Completed
Be sure of your breath,
Role: PI,
LLU School of Dentistry,
(10/1996 - 10/1997)
Status: Completed
Hold Your Breath,
Role: PI,
LLU School of Dentistry,
(11/1995 - 11/1996)
Status: Completed
Oral Application of Topical Anesthetics and the Psychophysical Measurements of Pain Perception: A Placebo Controlled Study,
Role: PI,
LLU School of Dentistry,
(10/1995 - 10/1996)
Status: Completed
Efficacy of a Microabrasion Compound in Removing Dental Fluorosis Stain,
Role: PI,
LLU School of Dentistry,
(10/1995 - 10/1996)
Status: Completed
Electronic Dental Anesthesia: An Alternative to Topical Anesthetic Gel,
Role: PI,
LLU School of Dentistry,
(10/1995 - 10/1996)
Status: Completed
Oral Hygiene Instruction for the Deaf: Conventional Visual Aids Compared to the Intra-Oral Camera,
Role: PI,
LLU School of Dentistry,
(10/1995 - 10/1996)
Status: Completed
Effects of a New Stannous Fluoride Toothpaste vs. a Regular Sodium Fluoride Toothpaste,
Role: PI,
LLU School of Dentistry,
(10/1995 - 10/1996)
Status: Completed
Put Your CHS Where It Counts: The Combined Effectiveness of Flossing and an Antimicrobial Agent,
Role: PI,
LLU School of Dentistry,
(09/1995 - 09/1996)
Status: Completed
Hearing impairment in association with ultrasonic scaler use.,
Role: PI,
LLU School of Dentistry,
Status: Completed
Sugar replacers and their effect on the oral ph.,
Role: PI,
LLU School of Dentistry,
Status: Completed
Predicting the difficulty of mandibular third molar extractions using the Newtom as compared with the standard panorex,
Role: PI,
LLU School of Dentistry,
Status: Completed
Occupational exposure of dental hygienists to mercury vapor due to coronal polishing,
Role: PI,
LLU School of Dentistry,
Status: Completed
Evaluation of effects of two commercial toothpastes on organoleptic oral malodor - a pilot study,
Role: Investigator,
LLU School of Dentistry,
Status: Completed
Evaluation of electronic shade matching versus visual shade guides,
Role: Investigator,
LLU School of Dentistry,
Status: Completed
Non-Profit Organization
The effectiveness of electronic toothbrushes versus manual in plaque control on grade school children,
Role: PI,
Ford Foundation,
(10/2002 - 10/2003)
Status: Completed