DENTAL FACULTY



Researcher : Bendeus SAM

Project Title:80th Congress of the European Orthodontic Society Does Class II Correction Result Growth Modification? LeFort 1: Distraction Osteogenesis VS Conventional Surgery
Investigator(s):Bendeus SAM
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:06/2004




Researcher : Botelho MG

Project Title:The effectiveness of professional and home bleaching in the treatment of tetracycline stained teeth
Investigator(s):Botelho MG, Chan AWK
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Low Budget High Impact Programme
Start Date:11/2000


Project Title:88th General Session & Exhibition of the International Association for Dental Research The antibacterial effect of silver diammine fluoride on cariogenic bacteria
Investigator(s):Botelho MG
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:07/2010


Project Title:The application effects of Silver Diammine Fluoride on sound and demineralized enamel & dentine
Investigator(s):Botelho MG
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:03/2011


Project Title:Morphological and Quantitative Analysis of Silver Compounds on Demineralised Dentine in Saliva Substitutes
Investigator(s):Botelho MG
Department:Dental Faculty - Oral Rehabilitation
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:06/2013


List of Research Outputs

Bridges S.M., Green J.L., Botelho M.G. and Tsang P.C.S., Blended learning and PBL: An interactional ethnographic approach to understanding knowledge construction in-situ. Selected key topic presentation., 38th ADEE Annual General Meeting. 2012.
Bridges S.M., Yiu C.K.Y., Botelho M.G., Lo E.C.M., Tsang P.C.S., Watt R.M., Yang Y. and Wong J.W., Outstanding Teaching Award (OTA) Team "PBL 2.0: E-learning for Problem-based Learning (PBL) at the Faculty of Dentistry", 問題為本學習方法2.0:牙醫學院網上學習方案 , The University of Hong Kong Teaching Excellence Award Scheme(2012). 2013.


Researcher : Bridges SM

Project Title:International peer review: Supporting diverse learning and assessment experiences in clinical dental education
Investigator(s):Bridges SM, Chu CH
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Teaching Development Grants
Start Date:10/2010


Project Title:Clinical interactions in dentistry – a micro analysis
Investigator(s):Bridges SM, Yiu CKY, McGrath CPJ
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Funding Programme for Basic Research
Start Date:02/2011


Project Title:Higher Education Research and Development Society of Australasia 2011 Conference (HERDSA 0211) PBL curriculum re-design: A multiliteracies perspective
Investigator(s):Bridges SM
Department:Dental Faculty-Comprehensive Dental Care
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:07/2011


Project Title:Health literacy and clinical communication: Global intersections in Asia
Investigator(s):Bridges SM, Au TKF, McGrath CPJ, Wong HM, Yiu CKY, Zayts OA
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:12/2012


Project Title:General Session and Exhibition; Sociology of Dentistry and Oral Health: Critical Insights - New Beginnings
Investigator(s):Bridges SM
Department:Dental Faculty-Comprehensive Dental Care
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:03/2013


List of Research Outputs

Botelho M.G., Bridges S.M., McGrath C.P.J. and Yiu L.K.K., 38th Annual meeting of the Association of Dental Educators of Europe. 2012.
Bridges S.M., Associate Editor, Dental Pedagogy, In: Lakshman Samaranayake, Journal of Investigative and Clinical Dentistry. Wiley Blackwell, 2013.
Bridges S.M., Green J.L., Botelho M.G. and Tsang P.C.S., Blended learning and PBL: An interactional ethnographic approach to understanding knowledge construction in-situ. Selected key topic presentation., 38th ADEE Annual General Meeting. 2012.
Bridges S.M., Designing and implementing outcome and competency-based curricula in undergraduate dental education. Opening keynote., 3rd Health Professional Education Quality (HPEQ) Symposium. Directorate General of Higher Education, Indonesian Ministry of Education and Culture. 2012.
Bridges S.M., Editorial Board Member, In: Michael Manogue, European Journal of Dental Education. 2013.
Bridges S.M., Yiu C.K.Y., Botelho M.G., Lo E.C.M., Tsang P.C.S., Watt R.M., Yang Y. and Wong J.W., Outstanding Teaching Award (OTA) Team "PBL 2.0: E-learning for Problem-based Learning (PBL) at the Faculty of Dentistry", 問題為本學習方法2.0:牙醫學院網上學習方案 , The University of Hong Kong Teaching Excellence Award Scheme(2012). 2013.
Bridges S.M., Using appropriate tools to assess an integrated student-centered curriculum. Invited plenary., 23rd SEAADE Annual Scientific Meeting . 2012.
Cheng B.S.S., Bridges S.M., Yiu C.K.Y. and McGrath C.P.J., Best Oral Presentation. "Evidence-based dental education: A case study in clinical communication", 23rd SEAADE Annual Scientific Meeting . 2012.
Chu C.H., Bridges S.M. and So Y.C., Satisfaction with dental summer program and reasons to study dentistry , 26th IADR SEA Annual Scientific Meeting. 2012.
Doherty I., Chan L.K., Bridges S.M., Jin J., Lawrence M. and Sharma N., The Use Of Mobile Devices In Problem Based Learning At The University Of Hong Kong, University of Hong Kong Mobile Learning Festival. 2013.
Doherty I., Chan L.K., Bridges S.M., JIN J., Ng M.L. and Sharma N., The use of mobile devices in Problem-Based Learning at The University of Hong Kong, Mobile Learning Festival 2013.
Gardner K. and Bridges S.M., International Peer Review: An on-line learning community for dental students. SIG Workshop., 38th ADEE Annual Meeting. 2012.
Yang Y., Zhang L. and Bridges S.M., Students' perceptions of e-models in PBL tutorials., The 23rd South-East Asia Association for Dental Education Annual Scientific Meeting, Nov 2-4, 2012, Hong Kong. 2012.


Researcher : Burrow MF

Project Title:Evaluation of glass polyalkenoate cements when bonded to various tooth substrates
Investigator(s):Burrow MF, Yiu CKY, Cheung GSP
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Funding Programme for Basic Research
Start Date:04/2011
Completion Date:09/2012


Project Title:International Association for Dental Research; Effect of Dentine Conditioning on Adhesion of RM-Glass Ionomer Cements/Sealing Ability Of Direct Adhesive Restorations In Posterior Teeth (Co-author, not presenter)/Synergistic Effect of Proanthocyanidin and CPP-ACFP on Root Caries remineralization (Co-author, not presenter)/Viability of intra-tubular bacteria following chemomechanical caries removal methods (C-author, not presenter)
Investigator(s):Burrow MF
Department:Dental Faculty-OralDiagnosis&Polyclinics
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:03/2013


Project Title:Investigation of biofilm formation on dental materials
Investigator(s):Burrow MF, Leung WK, Seneviratne CJ
Department:Dental Faculty-OralDiagnosis&Polyclinics
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:05/2013


List of Research Outputs

Alkhtib A., Manton D.J., Burrow M.F., Saber-Samandari S., Palamara J.E.A., Gross K. and Reynolds E.C., Effects of bleaching agents and Tooth Mousse(™) on human enamel hardness., Journal of Investigative and Clinical Dentistry. Blackwell, 2012, 4: 94-100.
Burrow M.F., Chapter Dental composites for tooth repair and replacement, In: P Vallittu, Non-metallic biomaterials for tooth repair and replacement,. Woodhead, 2013, 233-261.
Burrow M.F. and Tyas M.J., Clinical investigation of G-Bond resin-based adhesive to non-carious cervical lesions over five years, Australian Dental Journal. 2012, 57: 458-63.
Burrow M.F., HAMAMA H.H.H.E. and Yiu C.K.Y., Effect of dentine conditioning on adhesion of RM-glass ionomer cements, J Dent Res abs 2381 IADR General Session,. 2013.
Burrow M.F., Hong Kong College of Dental Surgeons, MGD training programme and HKDA - lecture series - 3 lectures, HKDA and HKCDS. 2013.
Burrow M.F., Management and Philosophy of Early Dental Caries, Inter'l Assoc of Pediatric Dentistry. 2013.
Burrow M.F., Preservation and Conservation - how dental caries management is changing, Chiang Mai University 40th Anniversary Meeting. 2012.
EPASINGHE D.J., Yiu C.K.Y., Burrow M.F. and King N.M., Anti-collagenolytic activity of proanthocyanidin, FDI Congress AUgust 2012.
EPASINGHE D.J., Yiu C.K.Y. and Burrow M.F., Effect of proanthocyanidin incorporation on mechanical properties of adhesive resin, IADR SEA DIvision Meeting J Dent Res, 2012.
EPASINGHE D.J., Yiu C.K.Y. and Burrow M.F., Effects of Flavanoids on artificial root caries remineralization., IADR SEA Division Meeting, J Dent Res. 2012.
EPASINGHE D.J., Yiu C.K.Y. and Burrow M.F., Synergistic effect of proanthocyanidin and CPP-ACFP on root caries remineralisation, J Dent Res Abs 777 IADR General Session. 2013.
EPASINGHE D.J., Yiu C.K.Y., Burrow M.F., Hiraishi N. and Tay F.R., The inhibitory effect of proanthocyanidin on soluble and collagen-bound proteases., Journal of Dentistry. 2013, 142-5.
HAMAMA H.H.H.E., Yiu C.K.Y. and Burrow M.F., Bonding of Resin-modified glass ionomer-based adhesive to dentine,, FDI World Congree Aug 2012.
HAMAMA H.H.H.E., Yiu C.K.Y. and Burrow M.F., Effect of enzymatic-based chemomechanical caries removal on dentine bonding., IADR SEA Division meeting, J Dent Res. 2012.
HAMAMA H.H.H.E., Yiu C.K.Y. and Burrow M.F., Viability of intra-tubular bacteria following chemomechanical caries removal methods, J Dent Res Abs 3278 IADR General Session. 2013.
Nguyen K., Wong R., Palamara J. and Burrow M.F., Sealing ability of direct adhesive restorations in posterior teeth, J Dent Res Abs 276 IADR General Session. 2013.
Zalizniak I., Palamara J.E., Wong R.H., Cochrane N.J., Burrow M.F. and Reynolds E.C., Ion release and physical properties of CPP-ACP modified GIC in acid solutions., Journal of Dentistry. 2013, 41: 449-54.


Researcher : CAI W

List of Research Outputs

CAI W., Zheng L., Weber F.E., LI C., Ma L., Ehrbar and Zwahlen R.A., Heterotopic bone formation around vessels: pilot study of a new animal model, BioResearch Open Access. 2013.


Researcher : CAO Y

List of Research Outputs

CAO Y., Mei L., Li Q., Chu C.H. and Lo E.C.M., Hydroxyapatite regeneration of human tooth by hydrogel biomimetic mineralization model, Journal of Dental Research. 2013, 93.
Cao Y., Liu W., Li Q., Lo E.C.M. and Chu C.H., A novel synthetic oligopeptide for biomimetic remineralization of dentine, Journal of Dental Research. 2012, 91 (Spec Iss C): 168619 (SEA Division).
Cao Y., Li Q., Chu C.H. and Lo E.C.M., Developing a hydrogel micro-environment for biomimetic mineralization of enamel, Journal of Dental Research. 2013, 92 (Spec Iss A): 2548.
Cao Y., Li Q.L., Lo E.C.M. and Chu C.H., FDI Poster Award in the theme of Dental Treatment and Restorative Dentistry, FDI World Dental Federation. 2012.
Cao Y., Li Q., Lo E.C.M. and Chu C.H., Intrafibrillar apatite formation on phosphorylated dentine collagen by CPP-ACP, International Dental Journal. 2012, 62 (Suppl. 1): 61.
Chu C.H., Mei L., Lo E.C.M., CAO Y. and Li Q., The inhibitory effects of silver diamine fluorides on cysteine cathepsins, Journal of Dental Research. 2013, 93.
Mei L., ITO L., CAO Y., Li Q., Lo E.C.M. and Chu C.H., Effect of silver-diamine-fluoride on dentine demineralisation and collagen degradation, Journal of Dental Research. 2013, 92.
Wu X., Xu Q., Li Q., CAO Y. and Chu C.H., Remineralization of Dentin in hydrogel microenvirment aided by Electrophoresis, Journal of Dental Research. 2013, 92.
ZHANG S., Suen P.C., CAO Y. and Chu C.H., Oral health of Hong Kong homeless people, Journal of Dental Research. 2013, 93.
Zhou Y.Z., Cao Y., Liu W., Chu C.H. and Li Q.L., Polydopamine-induced tooth remineralization, Applied materials & Interfaces. 2012, 4: 6901–6910.


Researcher : Cao Y

List of Research Outputs

CAO Y., Mei L., Li Q., Chu C.H. and Lo E.C.M., Hydroxyapatite regeneration of human tooth by hydrogel biomimetic mineralization model, Journal of Dental Research. 2013, 93.
Cao Y., Liu W., Li Q., Lo E.C.M. and Chu C.H., A novel synthetic oligopeptide for biomimetic remineralization of dentine, Journal of Dental Research. 2012, 91 (Spec Iss C): 168619 (SEA Division).
Cao Y., Li Q., Chu C.H. and Lo E.C.M., Developing a hydrogel micro-environment for biomimetic mineralization of enamel, Journal of Dental Research. 2013, 92 (Spec Iss A): 2548.
Cao Y., Li Q.L., Lo E.C.M. and Chu C.H., FDI Poster Award in the theme of Dental Treatment and Restorative Dentistry, FDI World Dental Federation. 2012.
Cao Y., Li Q., Lo E.C.M. and Chu C.H., Intrafibrillar apatite formation on phosphorylated dentine collagen by CPP-ACP, International Dental Journal. 2012, 62 (Suppl. 1): 61.
Chu C.H., Mei L., Lo E.C.M., CAO Y. and Li Q., The inhibitory effects of silver diamine fluorides on cysteine cathepsins, Journal of Dental Research. 2013, 93.
Mei L., ITO L., CAO Y., Li Q., Lo E.C.M. and Chu C.H., Effect of silver-diamine-fluoride on dentine demineralisation and collagen degradation, Journal of Dental Research. 2013, 92.
Wu X., Xu Q., Li Q., CAO Y. and Chu C.H., Remineralization of Dentin in hydrogel microenvirment aided by Electrophoresis, Journal of Dental Research. 2013, 92.
ZHANG S., Suen P.C., CAO Y. and Chu C.H., Oral health of Hong Kong homeless people, Journal of Dental Research. 2013, 93.
Zhou Y.Z., Cao Y., Liu W., Chu C.H. and Li Q.L., Polydopamine-induced tooth remineralization, Applied materials & Interfaces. 2012, 4: 6901–6910.


Researcher : Chan AWK

Project Title:A study to investigate the attitude and effect of magnification on the clinical performance by dental undergraduates in the University of Hong Kong
Investigator(s):Chan AWK, Cheung GSP
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Low Budget High Impact Programme
Start Date:11/2000




Researcher : Chang JWW

Project Title:Diagnostic and prognostic markers related to pathogenic bacteria in endodontic lesions of failed cases
Investigator(s):Chang JWW, Seneviratne CJ, Samaranayake LP, Cheung GSP
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:04/2011




Researcher : Chau CM

Project Title:18th International Congress of Dento-Maxillo-Facial Radiology Mandibular nerve identification. A comparison between CBCT and MRI images
Investigator(s):Chau CM
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:05/2011


Project Title:A cross-sectional study of mandibular bone marrow in osteoporotic women with and without taking oral bisphosphonate using functional imaging
Investigator(s):Chau CM, Jin L, Goto T
Department:Dental Faculty-OralDiagnosis&Polyclinics
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:05/2012




Researcher : Chen L

Project Title:C-fos expression and chromosomal changes in human ameloblastoma
Investigator(s):Chen L, Cheung LK, Wong MP
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:11/2004




Researcher : Cheung BPK

List of Research Outputs

Bandara H.M.H.N., Cheung B.P.K., Watt R.M., Jin L. and Samaranayake L.P., Pseudomonas aeruginosa lipopolysaccharide inhibits Candida albicans hyphae formation and alters gene expression during biofilm development, Molecular Oral Microbiology. 2013, 28: 54-69.
Samaranayake Y.H., Bandara H.M.H.N., Cheung B.P.K., Yau J.Y.Y., Yeung S.K.W. and Samaranayake L.P., Enteric gram-negative bacilli suppress Candida biofilms on Foley urinary catheters, APMIS : acta pathologica, microbiologica et immunologica Scandinavica. 2013.
Samaranayake Y.H., Cheung B.P.K., Wang Y., Yau J.Y.Y., Yeung S.K.W. and Samaranayake L.P., Fluconazole resistance in Candida glabrata is associated with increased bud formation and metallothionein production., Journal of Medical Microbiology. 2013, 62(Pt 2): 303-318.
Samaranayake Y.H., Cheung B.P.K., Yau J.Y.Y., Yeung S.K.W. and Samaranayake L.P., Human Serum Promotes Candida albicans Biofilm growth and Virulence Gene Expression on Silicone Biomaterial, PLoS One. 2013, 8(5):e62902.


Researcher : Cheung GSP

Project Title:Development of a novel root canal post system
Investigator(s):Cheung GSP
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:02/2010


Project Title:Stem cells in human dental pulp with irreversible pulpitis and their potential for tissue regeneration
Investigator(s):Cheung GSP, Zhang C, Chang JWW
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:03/2011


Project Title:17th Scientific Congress of Asian Pacific Endodontic Confederation ; Effect of incident beam angulation on laser disinfection of dentinal tubules
Investigator(s):Cheung GSP
Department:Dental Faculty - CDC (Endondontics)
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:03/2013




Researcher : Cheung LK

Project Title:Visiting Research Professors Scheme 2009-10
Investigator(s):Cheung LK
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Visiting Research Professors Scheme
Start Date:09/2009


Project Title:Biological characterization of different sources of dental stem cells
Investigator(s):Cheung LK, Ma L, Zheng L
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Funding Programme for Basic Research
Start Date:03/2010


Project Title:Distraction osteogenesis for mandibular advancement – a permanent cure for patients with obstructive sleep apnea syndrome
Investigator(s):Cheung LK, Ho MYS, Fung SC, Chua HDP
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:S.K. Yee Medical Foundation - General Award
Start Date:08/2010


Project Title:Distraction osteogenesis versus sagittal split osteotomy for correction of retrognathic mandible  which is better?
Investigator(s):Cheung LK, Chow KW, Chua HDP, Ho MYS, Lo J, McGrath CPJ, Yang Y
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:01/2011


Project Title:Implant supported facial prostheses for the treatment of craniofacial defects
Investigator(s):Cheung LK, McGrath CPJ, Pow EHN, Fung SC, Lo J, Luk WK, Tam SCK
Department:Dental Faculty - Oral & MaxFac Surgery
Source(s) of Funding:S.K. Yee Medical Foundation - General Award
Start Date:08/2012


Project Title:10th World Congress on Sleep Apnea; Monobloc Frontofacial advancement by distraction osteogenesis using internal distractors in Crouzon Syndrome with obstructive sleep apnea/Maxillo-mandibular distraction osteogenesis using internal distractors in children with severe retrognathia and obstructive sleep apnea/Computational fluid dynamics study of upper airway in different dentofacial deformities/3-Dimensional airway analysis of dentofacial deformities by Cone Beam Computed Tomography
Investigator(s):Cheung LK
Department:Dental Faculty - Oral & MaxFac Surgery
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:08/2012
Completion Date:09/2012


List of Research Outputs

Cheung L.K., Advances in the surgical correction of midfacial deformities 10th Asian Congress on Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery , Bali-Indonesia. . 2012, Nov: p64.
Cheung L.K., Chua M.D., Hariri F., Pow E.H.N. and Zheng L., Alveolar distraction osteogenesis for dental implant rehabilitation following fibular reconstruction: a case series., J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2013, 71(2): 225-71.
Cheung L.K., Lo J. and Fung S.C., Monobloc frontofacial advancement by distraction osteogenesis under internal distractors in Crouzon syndrome with OSA, World Congress on Sleep Apnea, Rome. 2012, Sept: 46.
Chong M.M., Chua H.D.P., Chow K.W. and Cheung L.K., Computational fluid dynamics study of upper airway in different dentofacial deformties, World Congress on Sleep Apnea, Rome. 2012, Sept: 55.
Chua H.D. and Cheung L.K., Soft tissue changes from maxillary distraction osteogenesis versus orthognathic surgery in patients with cleft lip and palate - A randomized controlled clinical trial, J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2012, 70(7): 1648-58.
Chua H.D., Ho S.M. and Cheung L.K., The comparison of psychological adjustment of patients with cleft lip and palate after maxillary distraction osteogenesis and conventional orthognathic surgery., Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol. 2012, 114(5 Suppl): S5-10.
Hariri F., Chua H.D.P. and Cheung L.K., Distraction osteogenesis for the cranio-maxillofacial region (III): A compendium of devices for the dentoalveolus , J Oral Maxillofac Surg Med Pathol . 2013, 25: 101-14.
Leung M.Y.Y., Lee C.P., Ho M.Y. and Cheung L.K., Trigeminal Neurosensory Deficit and Patient Reported Outcome Measures: The Effect on Life Satisfaction and Depression Symptoms, PLOS ONE . 2013, Aug: 8(8).
Liu X.L., Cheung L.K., Zhang H.X., Li J.Y., Ma L. and Zheng L., Comparison of gene expression of tissue inhibitor of matrix metalloproteinase-1 between continuous and intermittent distraction osteogenesis: A quantitative study on rabbits., J Craniomaxillofac Surg. 2012, 40(7): e185-8.
Suen K.S. and Cheung L.K., A prospective study of changes on psychological characteristics of patients with dentofacial deformities after correction surgery, 10th Asian Congress on Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel, Kuta, Bali-Indonesia . 2012, Nov: p220.
Thuaksuban N., Nuntanaranont T., Suttapreyasri S., Pattanachot W., Sutin K. and Cheung L.K., Biomechanical properties of novel biodegradable poly ε-caprolactone-chitosan scaffolds., J Investig Clin Dent. 2013, 4(1): 26-33.
Tsui I.W.K., Chua H.D.P. and Cheung L.K., Maxillo-mandibular distraction osteogenesis using internal distractors in children with severe retrognathia and OSA, World Congress on Sleep Apnea, Rome. 2012, Sept: 49.
Tsui W.K., Chua H.D. and Cheung L.K., Bone anchor systems for orthodontic application: a systematic review, Int J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2012, 41(11): 1427-38.
Young C., Wong K.Y. and Cheung L.K., Emergency management of dental trauma: knowledge of Hong Kong primary and secondary school teachers., Hong Kong Med J. 2012, 18(5): 362-70.
Zhang W.B., Zheng L., Chua D.T.T. and Cheung L.K., Expression of MMP-1 and TIMP-1 in irradiated mandibles during distraction osteogenesis, Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol. 2012, 114(6): 698-703.
Zhang W.B., Zheng L., Chua D.T.T. and Cheung L.K., Treatment of irradiated mandibles with mesenchymal stem cells transfected with BMP 2/7, J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2012, 70(7): 1711-6.


Researcher : Chiu WK

Project Title:Pregabalin versus Carbamazepine for Patients with Neuropathic Orofacial Pain
Investigator(s):Chiu WK, Cheung CW, Irwin MG
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:11/2006




Researcher : Chow TW

Project Title:Oral rehabilitation of edentulous patients with osseointegrated implant-supported complete dentures
Investigator(s):Chow TW, Chu FCS, Cheung LK, Chai JYC
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:S.K. Yee Medical Foundation - General Award
Start Date:04/2007




Researcher : Chu C.H.

Project Title:Clinical evaluation of single versus multiple visit endodontic therapy
Investigator(s):Chu CH, Zhang C, Lo ECM
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:04/2010
Completion Date:03/2013


Project Title:"Bright Smiles Bright Future" Dental Health Education to kindergarten children in Hong Kong
Investigator(s):Chu CH, Lo ECM
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:"Bright Smiles Bright Future" Dental Health Education Grant
Start Date:08/2010


Project Title:Outreach dental service to control tooth decay in disadvantaged kindergarten children
Investigator(s):Chu CH, Lo ECM
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:S.K. Yee Medical Foundation - General Award
Start Date:09/2010


Project Title:Enamel microstructure regeneration in macroscale by molecular mimetic method
Investigator(s):Chu CH, Lo ECM
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:NSFC/RGC Joint Research Scheme
Start Date:01/2011


Project Title:Effects of silver diamine fluoride application on tooth root caries in a multi-plaque artificial mouth system
Investigator(s):Chu CH, Samaranayake LP
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:01/2012


Project Title:Effectiveness of silver diamine fluoride in arresting dental caries in preschool children: a randomized clinical trial with different periodicity and concentration
Investigator(s):Chu CH, Lo ECM, Wong MCM
Department:University Health Service
Source(s) of Funding:Health and Health Services Research Fund - Full Grants
Start Date:04/2012


Project Title:Effects of silver diamine fluoride and carbon dioxide laser on root caries with cariogenic biofilm challenge in artificial mouthnd
Investigator(s):Chu CH, Mei L, Zhang C, Lo ECM
Department:Dental Faculty-OralDiagnosis&Polyclinics
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Funding Programme for Basic Research
Start Date:06/2012


Project Title:Bright Smiles, Bright Futures Oral health Promotioon Program
Investigator(s):Chu CH
Department:Dental Faculty-OralDiagnosis&Polyclinics
Source(s) of Funding:"Bright Smiles Bright Future" Dental Health Education Grant
Start Date:09/2012
Completion Date:08/2016


Project Title:International Association for Dental Research (Continental European, Israeli and Scandinavian Divisions) Congress 2012; Oral health status and dental erosion of Chinese university students
Investigator(s):Chu CH
Department:Dental Faculty-OralDiagnosis&Polyclinics
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:09/2012
Completion Date:09/2012


List of Research Outputs



Researcher : Chu CH

Project Title:Clinical evaluation of single versus multiple visit endodontic therapy
Investigator(s):Chu CH, Zhang C, Lo ECM
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:04/2010
Completion Date:03/2013


Project Title:"Bright Smiles Bright Future" Dental Health Education to kindergarten children in Hong Kong
Investigator(s):Chu CH, Lo ECM
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:"Bright Smiles Bright Future" Dental Health Education Grant
Start Date:08/2010


Project Title:Outreach dental service to control tooth decay in disadvantaged kindergarten children
Investigator(s):Chu CH, Lo ECM
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:S.K. Yee Medical Foundation - General Award
Start Date:09/2010


Project Title:Enamel microstructure regeneration in macroscale by molecular mimetic method
Investigator(s):Chu CH, Lo ECM
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:NSFC/RGC Joint Research Scheme
Start Date:01/2011


Project Title:Effects of silver diamine fluoride application on tooth root caries in a multi-plaque artificial mouth system
Investigator(s):Chu CH, Samaranayake LP
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:01/2012


Project Title:Effectiveness of silver diamine fluoride in arresting dental caries in preschool children: a randomized clinical trial with different periodicity and concentration
Investigator(s):Chu CH, Lo ECM, Wong MCM
Department:University Health Service
Source(s) of Funding:Health and Health Services Research Fund - Full Grants
Start Date:04/2012


Project Title:Effects of silver diamine fluoride and carbon dioxide laser on root caries with cariogenic biofilm challenge in artificial mouthnd
Investigator(s):Chu CH, Mei L, Zhang C, Lo ECM
Department:Dental Faculty-OralDiagnosis&Polyclinics
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Funding Programme for Basic Research
Start Date:06/2012


Project Title:Bright Smiles, Bright Futures Oral health Promotioon Program
Investigator(s):Chu CH
Department:Dental Faculty-OralDiagnosis&Polyclinics
Source(s) of Funding:"Bright Smiles Bright Future" Dental Health Education Grant
Start Date:09/2012
Completion Date:08/2016


Project Title:International Association for Dental Research (Continental European, Israeli and Scandinavian Divisions) Congress 2012; Oral health status and dental erosion of Chinese university students
Investigator(s):Chu CH
Department:Dental Faculty-OralDiagnosis&Polyclinics
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:09/2012
Completion Date:09/2012


List of Research Outputs

Chu C.H., Bridges S.M. and So Y.C., Satisfaction with dental summer program and reasons to study dentistry , 26th IADR SEA Annual Scientific Meeting. 2012.
Mei L., Li Q.L., Chu C.H., Yiu C.K.Y. and Lo E.C.M., The inhibitory effects of silver diamine fluoride at different concentrations on matrix metalloproteinases, Dental Materials . 2012, 28: 903-908.
Yang Y., Chu C.H., Ma K.N., So S.Y.T., Wong Y.S., Lee P.C., Zhong C., Chan J.S.M., Chan T.C.L., Li T.Y., Wong C.K.K., Chow K.C.K. and Yung K.H.K., Faculty Knowledge Exchange (KE) Award 2013, Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong Faculty Knowledge Exchange Award Scheme (2013). 2013.


Researcher : Chu FCS

Project Title:A microbiological study of bone collected during immediate dental implant surgery
Investigator(s):Chu FCS, Tsang PCS, Chow TW
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Low Budget High Impact Programme
Start Date:11/2001




Researcher : Corbet EF

Project Title:Effects of periodontal therapy on the control of hypertension
Investigator(s):Corbet EF, Lai SML
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:02/2009


Project Title:91st International Association for Dental Research General Session & Exhibition; Periodontal Status, Diabetes Mellitus and Oral Health-related Quality of Life
Investigator(s):Corbet EF
Department:Dental Faculty - Periodontology
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:03/2013




Researcher : DUANGTHIP D

List of Research Outputs

DUANGTHIP D., Lo E.C.M. and Chu C.H., Risk factors for severe ECC in preschoolers with dental caries, Journal of Dental Research. 2013, 93.


Researcher : Darvell BW

Project Title:40th Annual Scientific Meeting, IADR-ANZ Perth 2000 The Future of Materials Science in Dentistry, the Antidote to Advertising
Investigator(s):Darvell BW
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:07/2000




Researcher : Dias APLH

Project Title:4th Sudanese Dental Conference Rare-earth Alloy Magnets and their Use in Dentistry.
Investigator(s):Dias APLH
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:01/2001


Project Title:Australian Prosthodontic Society Victorian Branch Meeting Dental Magnets and the Magfit Magnetic Retention System
Investigator(s):Dias APLH
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:03/2003




Researcher : Dyson JE

Project Title:Dental air turbine handpiece bearing failure.
Investigator(s):Dyson JE
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:10/2007




Researcher : GAO W

List of Research Outputs

GAO W., YOU M., Lang N.P., Leung W.K. and Watt R.M., Diversity of Treponema and Synergistetes phylotypes in equine subgingival plaque, J Dent Res 91 (Spec Iss C):169796 (SEA Division). 2012.
Mo S., You M., Gao W., Huo Y., Leung W.K. and Watt R.M., Phylogenetic Relationships Between Treponema putidum and Treponema denticola Isolates, International Association for Dental Research Pan European Regional Meeting (IADR/PER), Helsinki, Finland. 2012.


Researcher : Gao W

List of Research Outputs

GAO W., YOU M., Lang N.P., Leung W.K. and Watt R.M., Diversity of Treponema and Synergistetes phylotypes in equine subgingival plaque, J Dent Res 91 (Spec Iss C):169796 (SEA Division). 2012.
Mo S., You M., Gao W., Huo Y., Leung W.K. and Watt R.M., Phylogenetic Relationships Between Treponema putidum and Treponema denticola Isolates, International Association for Dental Research Pan European Regional Meeting (IADR/PER), Helsinki, Finland. 2012.


Researcher : Gao X

Project Title:Validation of caries risk assessment programs in Hong Kong children
Investigator(s):Gao X, Lo ECM, Chu CH
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Health and Health Services Research Fund - Full Grants
Start Date:10/2009


Project Title:Oral Health Promotion for and through Indonesian Domestic Helpers in Hong Kong
Investigator(s):Gao X, McGrath CPJ, Lo ECM, Samaranayake LP
Department:Dental Faculty - Public Health
Source(s) of Funding:Health Care and Promotion Fund - Research Grant Projects
Start Date:08/2012


Project Title:Innovative Interventions to Elicit Positive Dental Health Behaviors in Preschool Children: a Randomized Controlled Trial
Investigator(s):Gao X, Lo ECM, McGrath CPJ
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:01/2013


Project Title:International Association for Dental Research General Session; Novel S. Mutans Detection System in Predicting Early Childhood Caries
Investigator(s):Gao X
Department:Dental Faculty - Public Health
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:03/2013




Researcher : Green DW

Project Title:Attaining the therapeutic grade: Regulating adult mesenchymal stem cell regenerative potency with micrometric sugar coatings
Investigator(s):Green DW, Cheung LK, Zhang C
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Funding Programme for Basic Research
Start Date:01/2013


List of Research Outputs

Chou J., Green D.W., Singh K.M., Hao J., Milthorpe B. and Ben-Nissan B., Adipose stem cell coating of biomimetic β-TCP macrospheres by use of a laboratory centrifuge. , BioResearch. 2012, 2: 67.
Chou J., Valenzuela S.M., Green D.W., Kohan L., Milthorpe B., Otsuka M. and BenNissan B., Antibiotic delivery potential of nano and micro porous marine structures derived β-TCP spheres for medical applications, Nanomedicine. 2013.
Chou J., Valenzuela S.M., Santos J., Bishop D., Milthorpe B., Green D.W., Otsuka M. and Ben-Nissan B., Strontium- and magnesium-enriched biomimetic β-TCP macrospheres with potential for bone tissue morphogenesis. , J. Tissue Eng. Regen. Med. . 2012.
Green D.W., Padula M.P., Santos J., Chou J., Milthorpe B. and Ben-Nissan B., A new role for marine skeletal proteins in regenerative orthopaedics, Key Eng. Materials. 2012, 529.
Green D.W., Padula M.P., Santos J., Chou J., Milthorpe B. and Ben-Nissan B., A therapeutic potential for marine skeletal proteins in bone regeneration. , Marine Drugs. 2013, 11: 1203.
Green D.W. and Li G., Adult stem cells for the clinic: Incubation within cellular assemblies and polysaccharide coating, Croucher Foundation Advanced Study Institute on Stem Cells: Niches, Regeneration & Repair, March 4-8, 2013.
Green D.W., Zhang C., Cheung L.K. and Li G., Adult stem cells towards the clinic: Incubation within cellular assemblies and sugar substrates, 2nd CUHK International Symposium on Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine 19th-20th November 2012.
John S., Natarajan S., Parikumar P., Shangunam M., Senthilkumar R., Green D.W. and Abraham J.K., Choice of Cell Source in Cell-Based Therapies for Retinal Damage due to Age-Related Macular Degeneration: A Review. , J. Ophthalmol.. 2013, 9.
Munro N.H., Green D.W. and McGrath K.M., In situ continuous growth formation of synthetic biominerals, Chem. Commun.. 2013, 49: 3407-3409.
Takayama F., Amikura Y., John S.M., Dedeepiya V.D., Senthilkumar R., Venkataramani G., Kottoorathu M.C., Madhavan N., Green D.W., Matsumoto M., Suzuki S., Iwasaki M., Preethy S. and Abraham S., Five-year trend of competitiveness and knowledge-gaining attitude of university students; Evaluation based on an event of continuing health sciences education. , J. Contemp. Med. Edu. . 2013, 1: 92.


Researcher : Hiraishi N

List of Research Outputs

Islam S.Q., Hiraishi N., Nassar M., Yiu C.K.Y., Otsuki M. and Tagami J.D., Effect of natural cross-linkers incorporation in a self-etching primer on dentine bond strength, Journal of Dentistry. 2012, 40: 1052-9.


Researcher : Ho PL

List of Research Outputs

Chu C.H., Ho P.L. and Lo E.C.M., Oral health status and behaviours of preschool children in Hong Kong. , BMC Public Health. . 2012, 12: 767.


Researcher : Huo Y

List of Research Outputs

Mo S., You M., Su Y.C.F., Lacap-Bugler D.C., Huo Y., Smith G.J.D., Leung W.K. and Watt R.M., Multilocus sequence analysis of Treponema denticola strains of diverse origin, BMC Microbiology. 2013, 13:24: (doi:10.1186/1471-2180-13-24).
Mo S., You M., Gao W., Huo Y., Leung W.K. and Watt R.M., Phylogenetic Relationships Between Treponema putidum and Treponema denticola Isolates, International Association for Dental Research Pan European Regional Meeting (IADR/PER), Helsinki, Finland. 2012.


Researcher : ITO L

List of Research Outputs

Ito L., Mei L., Zhang C., Lo E.C.M. and Chu C.H., Laser effects on dentine treated with silver diamine fluoride, Journal of Dental Research. 2012, 91 (Spec Iss C): 168999 (SEA Division).
Mei L., ITO L., CAO Y., Li Q., Lo E.C.M. and Chu C.H., Effect of silver-diamine-fluoride on dentine demineralisation and collagen degradation, Journal of Dental Research. 2013, 92.
Tam J.L., ITO L., Mei L. and Chu C.H., Er:YAG-laser on fluoride uptake in silver diamine fluoride treated dentine, Journal of Dental Research. 2013, 92.


Researcher : Ito L

List of Research Outputs

Ito L., Mei L., Zhang C., Lo E.C.M. and Chu C.H., Laser effects on dentine treated with silver diamine fluoride, Journal of Dental Research. 2012, 91 (Spec Iss C): 168999 (SEA Division).
Mei L., ITO L., CAO Y., Li Q., Lo E.C.M. and Chu C.H., Effect of silver-diamine-fluoride on dentine demineralisation and collagen degradation, Journal of Dental Research. 2013, 92.
Tam J.L., ITO L., Mei L. and Chu C.H., Er:YAG-laser on fluoride uptake in silver diamine fluoride treated dentine, Journal of Dental Research. 2013, 92.


Researcher : Itthagarun A

Project Title:New concepts for selective removal of carious dentition
Investigator(s):Itthagarun A, King NM, Tay FRCM
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:11/2004


Project Title:The effect of R.O.C.S (remineralizing oral care system) toothpaste on artificial caries like lesions: An in vitro pH cycling study.
Investigator(s):Itthagarun A, King NM
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:10/2005




Researcher : Jin L

Project Title:A clinical investigation on the association of periodontal disease with endothelial biomarkers and dysfunction
Investigator(s):Jin L, Tse HF, Li X
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:09/2009
Completion Date:08/2012


Project Title:Research Output Prize (Faculty of Dentistry)
Investigator(s):Jin L
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Research Output Prize (in Faculty)
Start Date:12/2010


Project Title:Effects of chronic periodontitis on endothelial progenitor cells: Molecular mechanisms and clinical implications
Investigator(s):Jin L, Li X, Tse HF
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:10/2011


Project Title:Identification of antifungal molecules from novel probiotic Lactobacillus bacteria for controlling Candida infection
Investigator(s):Jin L, Seneviratne CJ, Samaranayake LP
Department:Dental Faculty - Periodontology
Source(s) of Funding:Health and Medical Research Fund - Mini Grant
Start Date:10/2012


Project Title:Novel antifungal small molecule for multi-drug resistant Candida: anti-biofilm activity, in vivo efficacy and cellular targets
Investigator(s):Jin L, Kao RYT, Wang Y, Seneviratne CJ, Samaranayake LP
Department:Dental Faculty - Periodontology
Source(s) of Funding:Health and Medical Research Fund - Full Grant
Start Date:10/2012


Project Title:Mechanism of Antifungal Resistance in Candida Persisters: Roadmap to Unravel Biofilm Resistance?
Investigator(s):Jin L, Che CM, Seneviratne CJ, Samaranayake LP
Department:Dental Faculty - Periodontology
Source(s) of Funding:Health and Medical Research Fund - Full Grant
Start Date:10/2012


Project Title:Antifungal resistance and virulence attributes of Candida bloodstream isolates derived from Hong Kong
Investigator(s):Jin L, Seneviratne CJ, Samaranayake LP
Department:Dental Faculty - Periodontology
Source(s) of Funding:Health and Medical Research Fund - Mini Grant
Start Date:10/2012


Project Title:Nano-encapsulated Chinese herbal extracts as novel immunomodulators and enhancers of innate host defense in human gingiva
Investigator(s):Jin L, Seneviratne CJ
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:12/2012


Project Title:IADR/AADR General Session, March 20-23, 2013, Seattle, USA; Tooth Loss and Vascular Cognitive Impairment in Acute Stroke Patients
Investigator(s):Jin L
Department:Dental Faculty - Periodontology
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:03/2013




Researcher : Jin L.

Project Title:A clinical investigation on the association of periodontal disease with endothelial biomarkers and dysfunction
Investigator(s):Jin L, Tse HF, Li X
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:09/2009
Completion Date:08/2012


Project Title:Research Output Prize (Faculty of Dentistry)
Investigator(s):Jin L
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Research Output Prize (in Faculty)
Start Date:12/2010


Project Title:Effects of chronic periodontitis on endothelial progenitor cells: Molecular mechanisms and clinical implications
Investigator(s):Jin L, Li X, Tse HF
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:10/2011


Project Title:Identification of antifungal molecules from novel probiotic Lactobacillus bacteria for controlling Candida infection
Investigator(s):Jin L, Seneviratne CJ, Samaranayake LP
Department:Dental Faculty - Periodontology
Source(s) of Funding:Health and Medical Research Fund - Mini Grant
Start Date:10/2012


Project Title:Novel antifungal small molecule for multi-drug resistant Candida: anti-biofilm activity, in vivo efficacy and cellular targets
Investigator(s):Jin L, Kao RYT, Wang Y, Seneviratne CJ, Samaranayake LP
Department:Dental Faculty - Periodontology
Source(s) of Funding:Health and Medical Research Fund - Full Grant
Start Date:10/2012


Project Title:Mechanism of Antifungal Resistance in Candida Persisters: Roadmap to Unravel Biofilm Resistance?
Investigator(s):Jin L, Che CM, Seneviratne CJ, Samaranayake LP
Department:Dental Faculty - Periodontology
Source(s) of Funding:Health and Medical Research Fund - Full Grant
Start Date:10/2012


Project Title:Antifungal resistance and virulence attributes of Candida bloodstream isolates derived from Hong Kong
Investigator(s):Jin L, Seneviratne CJ, Samaranayake LP
Department:Dental Faculty - Periodontology
Source(s) of Funding:Health and Medical Research Fund - Mini Grant
Start Date:10/2012


Project Title:Nano-encapsulated Chinese herbal extracts as novel immunomodulators and enhancers of innate host defense in human gingiva
Investigator(s):Jin L, Seneviratne CJ
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:12/2012


Project Title:IADR/AADR General Session, March 20-23, 2013, Seattle, USA; Tooth Loss and Vascular Cognitive Impairment in Acute Stroke Patients
Investigator(s):Jin L
Department:Dental Faculty - Periodontology
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:03/2013




Researcher : Jin LJ

Project Title:A clinical investigation on the association of periodontal disease with endothelial biomarkers and dysfunction
Investigator(s):Jin L, Tse HF, Li X
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:09/2009
Completion Date:08/2012


Project Title:Research Output Prize (Faculty of Dentistry)
Investigator(s):Jin L
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Research Output Prize (in Faculty)
Start Date:12/2010


Project Title:Effects of chronic periodontitis on endothelial progenitor cells: Molecular mechanisms and clinical implications
Investigator(s):Jin L, Li X, Tse HF
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:10/2011


Project Title:Identification of antifungal molecules from novel probiotic Lactobacillus bacteria for controlling Candida infection
Investigator(s):Jin L, Seneviratne CJ, Samaranayake LP
Department:Dental Faculty - Periodontology
Source(s) of Funding:Health and Medical Research Fund - Mini Grant
Start Date:10/2012


Project Title:Novel antifungal small molecule for multi-drug resistant Candida: anti-biofilm activity, in vivo efficacy and cellular targets
Investigator(s):Jin L, Kao RYT, Wang Y, Seneviratne CJ, Samaranayake LP
Department:Dental Faculty - Periodontology
Source(s) of Funding:Health and Medical Research Fund - Full Grant
Start Date:10/2012


Project Title:Mechanism of Antifungal Resistance in Candida Persisters: Roadmap to Unravel Biofilm Resistance?
Investigator(s):Jin L, Che CM, Seneviratne CJ, Samaranayake LP
Department:Dental Faculty - Periodontology
Source(s) of Funding:Health and Medical Research Fund - Full Grant
Start Date:10/2012


Project Title:Antifungal resistance and virulence attributes of Candida bloodstream isolates derived from Hong Kong
Investigator(s):Jin L, Seneviratne CJ, Samaranayake LP
Department:Dental Faculty - Periodontology
Source(s) of Funding:Health and Medical Research Fund - Mini Grant
Start Date:10/2012


Project Title:Nano-encapsulated Chinese herbal extracts as novel immunomodulators and enhancers of innate host defense in human gingiva
Investigator(s):Jin L, Seneviratne CJ
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:12/2012


Project Title:IADR/AADR General Session, March 20-23, 2013, Seattle, USA; Tooth Loss and Vascular Cognitive Impairment in Acute Stroke Patients
Investigator(s):Jin L
Department:Dental Faculty - Periodontology
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:03/2013




Researcher : King NM

Project Title:Aesthetic concerns of adolescents and young adults in relation to development defects of enamel
Investigator(s):King NM, Lo ECM
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:11/2002


List of Research Outputs

EKAMBARAM M., Yiu C.K.Y., Matinlinna J.P. and King N.M., Effect of chlorhexidine incorporation into ethanol wet bonding on bonding to normal and caries-affected dentin. , International Dental Journal . 2012, 62 (Supplement s1): FC009.


Researcher : Kuo DDW

Project Title:Periodontal Biotypes in Chinese Population
Investigator(s):Kuo DDW, Corbet EF, Jin L, Leung WK, Lai SML
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Funding Programme for Basic Research
Start Date:10/2008




Researcher : LI R

List of Research Outputs

LI R., Wong M.C.M., Lo E.C.M. and Chu C.H., Oral hygiene and denture wearing on root caries in elders, Journal of Dental Research. 2013, 93.


Researcher : Lang NP

Project Title:The dynamics of craniofacial bone healing using piezo-electronic in comparison to conventional surgery
Investigator(s):Lang NP, Ma L
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Funding Programme for Basic Research
Start Date:03/2011




Researcher : Leung KCM

Project Title:Randomized double-blind placebo-controlled trial of fluoride varnish for caries prevention in patients with Sj鐷rens syndrome'
Investigator(s):Leung KCM, Mok TMY, Pow EHN, Tsang PCS
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:12/2008
Completion Date:11/2012


Project Title:Willingness-to-accept and willingness-to-pay for fixed partial dentures
Investigator(s):Leung KCM
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:02/2011


Project Title:Clinical evaluation of overdenture abutments
Investigator(s):Leung KCM
Department:Dental Faculty - Oral Rehabilitation
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:05/2012


Project Title:PER/IADR Congress; Effect of Complete Dentures on Life Quality, Happiness and Nutrition
Investigator(s):Leung KCM
Department:Dental Faculty - Oral Rehabilitation
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:09/2012


Project Title:Surface characteristics of UV-treated titanium
Investigator(s):Leung KCM, Matinlinna JP
Department:Dental Faculty - Oral Rehabilitation
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:06/2013




Researcher : Leung MYY

Project Title:Differentiation of Schwann cell-like cells from stem cells derived from dental origin
Investigator(s):Leung MYY, Cheung LK
Department:Dental Faculty - Oral & MaxFac Surgery
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Funding Programme for Basic Research
Start Date:02/2012


Project Title:10th Asian Congress on Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery; Treatment modalities of neurosensory deficit after lower wisdom tooth surgery: A systematic review
Investigator(s):Leung MYY
Department:Dental Faculty - Oral & MaxFac Surgery
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:11/2012


List of Research Outputs

Leung M.Y.Y., Lee C.P., Ho M.Y. and Cheung L.K., Trigeminal Neurosensory Deficit and Patient Reported Outcome Measures: The Effect on Life Satisfaction and Depression Symptoms, PLOS ONE . 2013, Aug: 8(8).


Researcher : Leung VWH

Project Title:Solution ionic effects on the demineralisation of calcified hard tissue
Investigator(s):Leung VWH
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Other Funding Scheme
Start Date:01/1994


Project Title:Further development of an artificial saliva
Investigator(s):Leung VWH, Darvell BW
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Other Funding Scheme
Start Date:01/1994


Project Title:Numerical modelling of the calcium-phosphate system in human saliva
Investigator(s):Leung VWH, Darvell BW
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Other Funding Scheme
Start Date:01/1994


Project Title:Study of the calcium-phosphate system artificial oral environments
Investigator(s):Leung VWH, Darvell BW
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Other Funding Scheme
Start Date:01/1994


Project Title:Legal aspects of dentsitry
Investigator(s):Leung VWH
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Other Funding Scheme
Start Date:07/2001




Researcher : Leung WK

Project Title:79th General Session and Exhibition of the International Association for Dental Research Predominant Cultivable Subgingival Flora of Renal Transplant Recipients
Investigator(s):Leung WK
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:06/2001


Project Title:A randomized clinical trial using Rofecoxib as an adjunct to promote periodontal healing in non-surgical mechanical therapy on smokers
Investigator(s):Leung WK
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Other Funding Scheme
Start Date:12/2003


Project Title:The effect of LPS/TLR4-induced HIF-1α on Collagen I Metabolism by Mice Gingival Fibroblasts
Investigator(s):Leung WK, Fung ML, Xu A
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Funding Programme for Basic Research
Start Date:01/2010


Project Title:Impacts of patient-centered periodontal disease management on oral health-related quality of life.
Investigator(s):Leung WK, Corbet EF
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:10/2010


Project Title:Hypoxia-inducible factor (HIF)-1 alpha regulates expression of Toll-like Receptors (TLR) in human gingival resident cells
Investigator(s):Leung WK
Department:Dental Faculty-OralDiagnosis&Polyclinics
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:05/2012


Project Title:Comparison of subgingival bacterial profiles in chronic periodontitis subjects with and without type 2 diabetes by 16S rRNA pyrosequencing
Investigator(s):Leung WK, Watt RM
Department:Dental Faculty-OralDiagnosis&Polyclinics
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:06/2013




Researcher : Li Q

List of Research Outputs

CAO Y., Mei L., Li Q., Chu C.H. and Lo E.C.M., Hydroxyapatite regeneration of human tooth by hydrogel biomimetic mineralization model, Journal of Dental Research. 2013, 93.
Cao Y., Li Q., Lo E.C.M. and Chu C.H., Intrafibrillar apatite formation on phosphorylated dentine collagen by CPP-ACP, International Dental Journal. 2012, 62 (Suppl. 1): 61.
Chu C.H., Mei L., Lo E.C.M. and Li Q., The inhibitory effects of silver diamine fluorides on cysteine cathepsins, Journal of Dental Research. 2013, 93.
Chu C.H., Mei L., Lo E.C.M., CAO Y. and Li Q., The inhibitory effects of silver diamine fluorides on cysteine cathepsins, Journal of Dental Research. 2013, 93.
Mei L., ITO L., CAO Y., Li Q., Lo E.C.M. and Chu C.H., Effect of silver-diamine-fluoride on dentine demineralisation and collagen degradation, Journal of Dental Research. 2013, 92.
Wu X., Xu Q., Li Q., CAO Y. and Chu C.H., Remineralization of Dentin in hydrogel microenvirment aided by Electrophoresis, Journal of Dental Research. 2013, 92.


Researcher : Li S

List of Research Outputs

Teh S.K., Zheng W., Li S., Li D., Zeng Y., Yang Y. and Qu J.Y., Multimodal nonlinear optical microscopy improves the accuracy of early diagnosis of squamous intraepithelial neoplasia., Journal of Biomedical Optics. 2013, 18: 036001. doi: 10.1117/1.JBO.18.3.036001.


Researcher : Li X

List of Research Outputs

Li X., Tse H.F., Yiu K.H., Zhang C. and Jin L., Periodontal therapy decreases serum levels of adipocyte fatty acid-binding protein in systemically healthy subjects: a pilot clinical trial, Journal of Periodontal Research. 2013, 48: 308-314.
Zhu J., Li X., Zhu F., Zhang C., McGrath C.P.J. and Jin L., Tooth loss and vascular cognitive impairment in acute stroke patients, Journal of Dental Research. 2013, 92 (Spec Iss A): 88.


Researcher : Lin HC

List of Research Outputs

Liu B., Lo E.C.M., Chu C.H. and Lin H.C., Sealant and Topical Fluoride in Fissure Caries Prevention – 3-Year Results, International Dental Journal 2012; 62 1–20. 2012, 62 (Suppl. 1): 19.


Researcher : Lo E.C.M.

Project Title:Outstanding Research Student Supervisor Award 2006-2007
Investigator(s):Lo ECM
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Outstanding Research Student Supervisor Award
Start Date:11/2007


Project Title:Community dental care service for disadvantaged population groups
Investigator(s):Lo ECM, Dyson JE, Chu CH
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:S.K. Yee Medical Foundation - General Award
Start Date:01/2009


Project Title:Effectiveness of training in parental toothbrushing and fluoride varnish in preventing early childhood caries
Investigator(s):Lo ECM, Chu CH, Wong MCM
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:01/2010


Project Title:Promotion of oral health through behavioural changes using motivational interview
Investigator(s):Lo ECM, Gao X, Chan CKP
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:04/2011
Completion Date:03/2013


Project Title:Randomized clinical trial on preventing and arresting dental root surface caries using silver diamine fluoride solution in community-dwelling older adults
Investigator(s):Lo ECM, Chu CH, Wong MCM
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:01/2012


Project Title:91st General Session of the International Association for Dental Research; The buzzing world of oral biofilms and dental caries
Investigator(s):Lo ECM
Department:Dental Faculty - Public Health
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:03/2013




Researcher : Lo ECM

Project Title:Outstanding Research Student Supervisor Award 2006-2007
Investigator(s):Lo ECM
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Outstanding Research Student Supervisor Award
Start Date:11/2007


Project Title:Community dental care service for disadvantaged population groups
Investigator(s):Lo ECM, Dyson JE, Chu CH
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:S.K. Yee Medical Foundation - General Award
Start Date:01/2009


Project Title:Effectiveness of training in parental toothbrushing and fluoride varnish in preventing early childhood caries
Investigator(s):Lo ECM, Chu CH, Wong MCM
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:01/2010


Project Title:Promotion of oral health through behavioural changes using motivational interview
Investigator(s):Lo ECM, Gao X, Chan CKP
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:04/2011
Completion Date:03/2013


Project Title:Randomized clinical trial on preventing and arresting dental root surface caries using silver diamine fluoride solution in community-dwelling older adults
Investigator(s):Lo ECM, Chu CH, Wong MCM
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:01/2012


Project Title:91st General Session of the International Association for Dental Research; The buzzing world of oral biofilms and dental caries
Investigator(s):Lo ECM
Department:Dental Faculty - Public Health
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:03/2013




Researcher : Lo J

Project Title:Clinical accuracy in maxillo-mandibular reconstruction using fibula flap: virtual vs stereomodel
Investigator(s):Lo J, Cheung LK, Peng X
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:AOSpine International - General Award
Start Date:09/2010
Completion Date:08/2013


Project Title:20th Congress of the European Association for Cranio-maxillofacial surgery Perioperative Antibiotic Prophylaxis In Orthognathic Surgery: A Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis Of Randomized Clinical Trials Diagnostic Accuracy Of Planar Bone Scintigraphy In Mandibular Asymmetry Using A New Reference
Investigator(s):Lo J
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:09/2010


Project Title:Correlation analysis between SPECT scintigraphy and condylar morphology: a CT study
Investigator(s):Lo J, Cheung LK, Yau YY
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:10/2010
Completion Date:10/2013


Project Title:21st Congress of the European Association of Cranio – Maxillo – Facial Surgery; The role of SPECT bone scan in unilateral condylar hyperplasia: is it measuring the condyle size?
Investigator(s):Lo J
Department:Dental Faculty - Oral & MaxFac Surgery
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:09/2012
Completion Date:09/2012


Project Title:3D static and motion capture in patients with dentofacial deformity
Investigator(s):Lo J, Hsung TC, Choi WWS, Leung MYY
Department:Dental Faculty - Oral & MaxFac Surgery
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:06/2013


List of Research Outputs

Cheung L.K., Lo J. and Fung S.C., Monobloc frontofacial advancement by distraction osteogenesis under internal distractors in Crouzon syndrome with OSA, World Congress on Sleep Apnea, Rome. 2012, Sept: 46.


Researcher : Lu B

List of Research Outputs

Choi M.Y., Wang Y., Wong L.L.Y., Lu B., Chen W., Huang J., Tanner J.A. and Watt R.M., The Two PPX-GppA Homologues from Mycobacterium tuberculosis Have Distinct Biochemical Activities, PLoS ONE. 2012, 7(8): e42561.


Researcher : Lu Q

Project Title:Molecular mechanisms regulating innate immune responses of oral epithelial cells to Candida albicans infection
Investigator(s):Lu Q, Jin L, Samaranayake LP, Seneviratne CJ
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:09/2008




Researcher : Luk WK

List of Research Outputs

Coward T.J., Cheung L.K., Luk W.K. and Tam S.C.K., Symposium Workshop on Digital Colouring and Fabrication of Implant Supported Facial Prosthesis, Continuing Education Course 2013-2014, Faculty of Dentistry, The University of Hong Kong. 2013.


Researcher : Ma L

List of Research Outputs

Li J., Pow E.H.N., Zheng L., Ma L., Kwong D.L.W. and Cheung L.K., Effect of fluoride-modified titanium surface on irradiated osteoblast adhesion, Journal of Dental Research. 2012, 91(Spec IssC): 152.
Liu X.L., Cheung L.K., Zhang H.X., Li J.Y., Ma L. and Zheng L., Comparison of gene expression of tissue inhibitor of matrix metalloproteinase-1 between continuous and intermittent distraction osteogenesis: A quantitative study on rabbits., J Craniomaxillofac Surg. 2012, 40(7): e185-8.


Researcher : Matinlinna JP

Project Title:Solid Titration Method for Exact Characterization of Ca-salts in Biological Mineralization Processes
Investigator(s):Matinlinna JP
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:01/2011


Project Title:Novel Bioceramic Nanocoatings under 3D FEA Nanoindentation
Investigator(s):Matinlinna JP
Department:Dental Faculty-Dental Materials Sciences
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Funding Programme for Basic Research
Start Date:06/2012


Project Title:PER IADR Pan European Region International Association for Dental Research ; Contact Electrification and Titanium Dental IMplant Surface Modification
Investigator(s):Matinlinna JP
Department:Dental Faculty-Dental Materials Sciences
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:09/2012
Completion Date:09/2012




Researcher : McGrath C.P.J.

Project Title:81st General Session and Exhibition of the International Association for Dental Research Do Parents Know Their Children's Oral Health?
Investigator(s):McGrath CPJ
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:06/2003


Project Title:51st Annual ORCA (European Organisation for Caries Research) Congress Agreement between Photographic and Clinical Assessments of Development Defects of Enamel among Anterior Teeth
Investigator(s):McGrath CPJ
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:06/2004


Project Title:British Society for the Study of Community Dentistry (BASCD) AGM and Scientific Meeting 2005 A Comparison of Imputation and Deletion Techniques for Handling Missing Data
Investigator(s):McGrath CPJ
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:03/2005


Project Title:88th General Session & Exhibition of the IADR 3738 Is OHIP's Response Categorization Appropriate? A Rasch Analysis
Investigator(s):McGrath CPJ
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:07/2010


Project Title:A randomized clinical trial on the effect of powered toothbrushing and an antimicrobial mouth rinse on dental plaque, pathogenic microorganisms and health of stroke survivors during rehabilitation.
Investigator(s):McGrath CPJ, Lam OLT, Samaranayake LP
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:01/2013


Project Title:IADR/AADR/CADR General Session & Exhibition ; Infant Growth and Subsequent Dental Caries Experience at age 12
Investigator(s):McGrath CPJ
Department:Dental Faculty - Public Health
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:03/2013


List of Research Outputs



Researcher : McGrath CPJ

Project Title:81st General Session and Exhibition of the International Association for Dental Research Do Parents Know Their Children's Oral Health?
Investigator(s):McGrath CPJ
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:06/2003


Project Title:51st Annual ORCA (European Organisation for Caries Research) Congress Agreement between Photographic and Clinical Assessments of Development Defects of Enamel among Anterior Teeth
Investigator(s):McGrath CPJ
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:06/2004


Project Title:British Society for the Study of Community Dentistry (BASCD) AGM and Scientific Meeting 2005 A Comparison of Imputation and Deletion Techniques for Handling Missing Data
Investigator(s):McGrath CPJ
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:03/2005


Project Title:88th General Session & Exhibition of the IADR 3738 Is OHIP's Response Categorization Appropriate? A Rasch Analysis
Investigator(s):McGrath CPJ
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:07/2010


Project Title:A randomized clinical trial on the effect of powered toothbrushing and an antimicrobial mouth rinse on dental plaque, pathogenic microorganisms and health of stroke survivors during rehabilitation.
Investigator(s):McGrath CPJ, Lam OLT, Samaranayake LP
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:01/2013


Project Title:IADR/AADR/CADR General Session & Exhibition ; Infant Growth and Subsequent Dental Caries Experience at age 12
Investigator(s):McGrath CPJ
Department:Dental Faculty - Public Health
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:03/2013


List of Research Outputs

Botelho M.G., Bridges S.M., McGrath C.P.J. and Yiu L.K.K., 38th Annual meeting of the Association of Dental Educators of Europe. 2012.
Cheng B.S.S., Bridges S.M., Yiu C.K.Y. and McGrath C.P.J., Best Oral Presentation. "Evidence-based dental education: A case study in clinical communication", 23rd SEAADE Annual Scientific Meeting . 2012.
Hamzah S.H., Gao X., Yiu C.K.Y., McGrath C.P.J. and King N.M., Managing dental fear and anxiety in pediatric patients: A qualitative study from the public’s perspective, Pediatric Dentistry. 2013.
Jayaratne Y.S.N., Deutsch C.K., McGrath C.P.J. and Zwahlen R.A., Are neoclassical canons valid for southern chinese faces?, PLoS One. 2012, 7: e52593.


Researcher : McMillan AS

List of Research Outputs

Lam O.L.T., McMillan A.S., Samaranayake L.P., Li L.S.W. and McGrath C.P.J., Effect of oral hygiene interventions on opportunistic pathogens in patients after stroke, American Journal of Infection Control. Elsevier Inc., 2013, 41: 149-54.
Lam O.L.T., McMillan A.S., Samaranayake L.P., Li L.S. and McGrath C.P.J., Randomized Clinical Trial of Oral Health Promotion Interventions Among Patients Following Stroke, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. 2013, 94: 435-43.


Researcher : Mcgrath CPJ

Project Title:81st General Session and Exhibition of the International Association for Dental Research Do Parents Know Their Children's Oral Health?
Investigator(s):McGrath CPJ
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:06/2003


Project Title:51st Annual ORCA (European Organisation for Caries Research) Congress Agreement between Photographic and Clinical Assessments of Development Defects of Enamel among Anterior Teeth
Investigator(s):McGrath CPJ
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:06/2004


Project Title:British Society for the Study of Community Dentistry (BASCD) AGM and Scientific Meeting 2005 A Comparison of Imputation and Deletion Techniques for Handling Missing Data
Investigator(s):McGrath CPJ
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:03/2005


Project Title:88th General Session & Exhibition of the IADR 3738 Is OHIP's Response Categorization Appropriate? A Rasch Analysis
Investigator(s):McGrath CPJ
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:07/2010


Project Title:A randomized clinical trial on the effect of powered toothbrushing and an antimicrobial mouth rinse on dental plaque, pathogenic microorganisms and health of stroke survivors during rehabilitation.
Investigator(s):McGrath CPJ, Lam OLT, Samaranayake LP
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:01/2013


Project Title:IADR/AADR/CADR General Session & Exhibition ; Infant Growth and Subsequent Dental Caries Experience at age 12
Investigator(s):McGrath CPJ
Department:Dental Faculty - Public Health
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:03/2013


List of Research Outputs

Botelho M.G., Bridges S.M., McGrath C.P.J. and Yiu L.K.K., 38th Annual meeting of the Association of Dental Educators of Europe. 2012.
Cheng B.S.S., Bridges S.M., Yiu C.K.Y. and McGrath C.P.J., Best Oral Presentation. "Evidence-based dental education: A case study in clinical communication", 23rd SEAADE Annual Scientific Meeting . 2012.
Hamzah S.H., Gao X., Yiu C.K.Y., McGrath C.P.J. and King N.M., Managing dental fear and anxiety in pediatric patients: A qualitative study from the public’s perspective, Pediatric Dentistry. 2013.
Jayaratne Y.S.N., Deutsch C.K., McGrath C.P.J. and Zwahlen R.A., Are neoclassical canons valid for southern chinese faces?, PLoS One. 2012, 7: e52593.


Researcher : Morse Z

Project Title:Contemporary Clinical Dental Photography
Investigator(s):Morse Z, Bridges SM, Botelho MG, Ho KL, Chu CH, Leung WK
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Run Run Shaw Research and Teaching Endowment Fund - Teaching Grants
Start Date:09/2011




Researcher : Newsome PRH

Project Title:British Dental Conference & Exhibition Loss Leaders in Dentistry - A Fresh Look at an Old Idea
Investigator(s):Newsome PRH
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:05/2007


Project Title:British Dental Conference & Exhibition (Manchester 2008) Old Dentistry New Dentistry. Is There A Difference?
Investigator(s):Newsome PRH
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:05/2008




Researcher : O'Donnell D

Project Title:79th General Session & Exhibition of the IADR Special Needs Dentistry within the Dental Curriculum
Investigator(s):O'Donnell D
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:06/2001


Project Title:Summer Conference of the British Society for Disability and Oral Health Special Needs Dentistry in the Undergraduate and Postgraduate Curriculum: The Hong Kong Experience
Investigator(s):O'Donnell D
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:05/2002




Researcher : Pei T

List of Research Outputs

Wong H.M., McGrath C.P.J., Peng S., Pei T. and King N.M., Infant growth and subsequent occurrence of developmental defects of enamel, Journal of Dental Research. 2012, 91 (Spec Iss C): 168830 (SEA Division).


Researcher : Peng X

Project Title:Stereotactic navigation in Mandibular reconstruction
Investigator(s):Peng X, Samman N, Lo J
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:10/2010




Researcher : Pow EHN

Project Title:Oral yeast profile of nasopharyngeal carcinoma patients after intensity-modulated radiotherapy
Investigator(s):Pow EHN, McMillan AS, Leung WK
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:11/2004


Project Title:Salivary anionic analysis of patients receiving radiotherapy for nasopharyngeal carcinoma
Investigator(s):Pow EHN
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:09/2009
Completion Date:08/2012


Project Title:Effect of jaw opening device on mouth opening and quality of life of nasopharyngeal carcinoma patients
Investigator(s):Pow EHN
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:02/2011


Project Title:Anti-infective therapy of Er,Cr:YSGG laser on contaminated zirconia implant surfaces
Investigator(s):Pow EHN, Tsang WK
Department:Dental Faculty - Oral Rehabilitation
Source(s) of Funding:Health and Medical Research Fund - Mini Grant
Start Date:01/2013


Project Title:91st General Session & Exhibition of the International Association for Dental Research; Effect of Er;Cr:YSGG laser on biofilm adhered on zirconia surfaces
Investigator(s):Pow EHN
Department:Dental Faculty - Oral Rehabilitation
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:03/2013


Project Title:Enhancing resin-titanium bond by silane coupling agents
Investigator(s):Pow EHN
Department:Dental Faculty - Oral Rehabilitation
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:06/2013


List of Research Outputs

Cheung L.K., Chua M.D., Hariri F., Pow E.H.N. and Zheng L., Alveolar distraction osteogenesis for dental implant rehabilitation following fibular reconstruction: a case series., J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2013, 71(2): 225-71.
LI J., Pow E.H.N., Zheng L., Ma L., Cheung L.K. and Kwong D.L.W., Quantitative analysis of titanium-induced artifacts and correlated factors during micro-CT scanning., Clin Oral Implants Res. 2013.
Li J., Pow E.H.N., Zheng L., Ma L., Kwong D.L.W. and Cheung L.K., Factors affecting artifact of micro-CT scanning for implant, Journal of Dental Research. 2012, 91(Spec Iss C): 169410.
Pow E.H.N., Reviewer of the Editorial Review Board, Journal of Prosthodontics. 2013.


Researcher : Rabie ABM

Project Title:79th European Orthodontic Society Congress Advantages of Early Treatment of Pseudo Class III
Investigator(s):Rabie ABM
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:06/2003




Researcher : Sam K

Project Title:79th Congress of the European Orthodontic Society Oral Appliance in Obstructive Sleep Apnea - the Efficacy and Predictive Factors
Investigator(s):Sam K
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:06/2003




Researcher : Samaranayake LP

Project Title:79th General Session and Exhibition of the International Association for Dental Research Turbidometric Evaluation of Polyene-azole Antagonism in C. Albicans
Investigator(s):Samaranayake LP
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:06/2001


Project Title:Research Output Prize
Investigator(s):Samaranayake LP
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Research Output Prize (in Faculty)
Start Date:12/2009


Project Title:Identification of Immuno-proteome of Candida albicans using a murine candidiasis model
Investigator(s):Samaranayake LP, Seneviratne CJ, Wang Y
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Funding Programme for Basic Research
Start Date:05/2010


Project Title:Proteomics of a fluconazole resistant, Candida glabrata strain
Investigator(s):Samaranayake LP, Samaranayake YH
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:02/2011


Project Title:Evaluation of biofilm interactions of Candida and gram negative bacteria on the catheter surface
Investigator(s):Samaranayake LP, Samaranayake YH
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:12/2011


Project Title:IADR General Sessions Biofilm Growth Characteristics of Candida on Central Venous Catheters
Investigator(s):Samaranayake LP
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:06/2012


List of Research Outputs

Bandara H.M.H.N., Cheung B.P.K., Watt R.M., Jin L. and Samaranayake L.P., Pseudomonas aeruginosa lipopolysaccharide inhibits Candida albicans hyphae formation and alters gene expression during biofilm development, Molecular Oral Microbiology. 2013, 28: 54-69.
Chen Y., Wong R.W.K., Seneviratne C.J., Hagg E.U.O., McGrath C.P.J., Samaranayake L.P., Burns E. and Goh S.H., Comparison of antimicrobial effect between triclosan toothpaste and nano-silver toothpaste, International Dental Journal. 2012, 62 (Suppl. 1): 18.
Gao X., Seneviratne C.J., Lo E.C.M., Chu C.H. and Samaranayake L.P., Novel and conventional assays in determining abundance of Streptococcus mutans in saliva, International Journal of Paediatric Dentistry. 2012, 22(5): 363-8.
Gao X., Seneviratne C.J., Lo E.C.M., Chu C.H. and Samaranayake L.P., Novel S. Mutans detection system in predicting early childhood caries, Journal of Dental Research. 2013, 92 (Spec Iss A): 2604.
Lam O.L.T., McMillan A.S., Samaranayake L.P., Li L.S.W. and McGrath C.P.J., Effect of oral hygiene interventions on opportunistic pathogens in patients after stroke, American Journal of Infection Control. Elsevier Inc., 2013, 41: 149-54.
Lam O.L.T., McMillan A.S., Samaranayake L.P., Li L.S. and McGrath C.P.J., Oral opportunistic pathogens in patients with stroke following hospital discharge, Journal of Dental Research. 2013, 92 (Spec Iss A): 3682.
Lam O.L.T., McMillan A.S., Samaranayake L.P., Li L.S. and McGrath C.P.J., Predictors of oral health-related quality of life in stroke patients, Journal of Dental Research. 2012, 91 (Spec Iss C): 168719 (SEA Division).
Lam O.L.T., McMillan A.S., Samaranayake L.P., Li L.S. and McGrath C.P.J., Randomized Clinical Trial of Oral Health Promotion Interventions Among Patients Following Stroke, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. 2013, 94: 435-43.
Mei L., Li Q.-.L., Chu C.H., Lo E.C.M. and Samaranayake L.P., Antibacterial effects of silver diamine fluoride on multi-species cariogenic biofilm on caries, Annals of Clinical Microbiology and Antimicrobials. 2013, 12:4: 1-7.
Mei L., Chu C.H., Lo E.C.M. and Samaranayake L.P., Fluoride concentrations of silver diamine fluoride solutions for dental use, Journal of Dental Research. 2012, 91 (Spec Iss C): 168732 (SEA Division).
Mei L., Chu C.H., Lo E.C.M. and Samaranayake L.P., Preventing root caries development under oral biofilm challenge, Journal of Dental Research. 2013, 92 (Spec Iss A): 3277.
Panduwawala K.C.P.P., Samaranayake L.P., Jin L. and Zhang C., Human umbilical vein endothelial cells synergize osteo/odontogenic differentiation of periodontal ligament stem cells in 3D cell sheets, Journal of Periodontal Research. 2013.
Panduwawala K.C.P.P., Samaranayake L.P., Jin L. and Zhang C., Synergistic effects of PDL stem cells/HUVECs in 3D cell sheet, Journal of Dental Research. 2013, 92 (Spec Iss A): 3900.
Perera R.A.P.M., Tsang P.C.S., Samaranayake L.P., Lee M.P. and Li P., Prevalence of oral mucosal lesions in adults undergoing highly active antiretroviral therapy in Hong Kong., Journal of Investigative Clinical Dentistry . 2012, 3: 208-14.
Samaranayake Y.H., Cheung B.P.K., Yau J.Y.Y., Yeung S.K.W. and Samaranayake L.P., Characteristics of Candida biofilms on Catheter Surfaces, IADR General Session, Iguacu, Falls, Brazil, 18-23 June. 2012, 1549.
Samaranayake Y.H., Bandara H.M.H.N., Cheung B.P.K., Yau J.Y.Y., Yeung S.K.W. and Samaranayake L.P., Enteric gram-negative bacilli suppress Candida biofilms on Foley urinary catheters, APMIS : acta pathologica, microbiologica et immunologica Scandinavica. 2013.
Samaranayake Y.H., Cheung B.P.K., Wang Y., Yau J.Y.Y., Yeung S.K.W. and Samaranayake L.P., Fluconazole resistance in Candida glabrata is associated with increased bud formation and metallothionein production., Journal of Medical Microbiology. 2013, 62(Pt 2): 303-318.
Samaranayake Y.H., Cheung B.P.K., Yau J.Y.Y., Yeung S.K.W. and Samaranayake L.P., Human Serum Promotes Candida albicans Biofilm growth and Virulence Gene Expression on Silicone Biomaterial, PLoS One. 2013, 8(5):e62902.
Seneviratne C.J., Gao X., Jin L., Samaranayake L.P., Bridges S.M. and Lo E.C.M., Enhancing secondary school students' science concepts using dental examples, Journal of Dental Research. 2012, 91 (Spec Iss C): 169674 (SEA Division).
Seneviratne C.J., Lok S., Tong A., Kot S., Chan T.F., Martelli P., Samaranayake L.P. and Jin L., Metagenomic analysis of Giant Panda (Alluropoda melanoleuca) dental plaque microbiome, Journal of Dental Research. 2013, 92 (Spec Iss A): 62.
Tsang W.K., Bandara H.M.H.N., Samaranayake L.P., Tsang P.C.S. and Fong W.P., Purpurin-induced changes in the proteome of Candida albicans, 26th International Association for Dental Research South-East Asia Division. 2012.
Tsang W.K., Bandara H.M.H.N., Samaranayake L.P., Tsang P.C.S. and Fong W.P., Purpurin-induced changes in the proteome of Candida albicans, Journal of Dental Research. 2012, 91 (Special Issue C): 168913.


Researcher : Samaranayake YH

Project Title:84th General Session and Exhibition of the International Association for Dental Research (IADR) Synergistic Effect of Lysozyme and Amphotericin B on Candida Biofilms
Investigator(s):Samaranayake YH
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:06/2006




Researcher : Samman N

Project Title:Goal Directed Fluid Therapy in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Investigator(s):Samman N
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Funding Programme for Basic Research
Start Date:05/2011


List of Research Outputs

Gunarajah D...R... and Samman N., Biomaterials for repair of orbital floor blowout fractures: a systematic review, Journal Of Oral And Maxillofacial Surgery. 2013, 71: 550-570.
Lam L. and Samman N., Speech and swallowing following tongue cancer surgery and free flap reconstruction - a systemic review, Oral Oncology. 2013, 49(6): 507-24.
Lam L. and Samman N., Speech and swallowing following tongue cancer surgery and free flap reconstruction – a systemic review, Oral Oncology. 2013, 49: 507-524.
Ling X. .F., Peng X. and Samman N., Long term donor site morbidity of free fibula and deep circumflex iliac artery flap for maxillofacial reconstruction – a cross sectional comparative study, Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. 2013, 71: 1604-1612.
Ling X...F..., Peng X. and Samman N., Long term donor site morbidity of free fibula and deep circumflex iliac artery flap for maxillofacial reconstruction - a cross sectional comparative study, Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. 2013, 71: 1604-1612.
Samman N., 1. Mandibular Reconstruction – options available and current approaches; 2. Cleft Surgery – a hierarchy of priorities, 17th International Dental and Plastic Surgery Conference, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam . 2013.
Samman N., Cleft Surgery – a hierarchy of priorities, Abstract Book p.39, 17th International Dental and Plastic Surgery Conference, 14-15 March 2013, Ho Chi Minh City . 2013.
Samman N., External Examiner (2012), University of Malaya, 2012. 2012.
Samman N., Keynote Address: The international future of research in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery , 2013 Research Summit, American and International Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, 2-3 May 2013, Chicago . 2013.
Samman N., Keynote Address: The international future of research in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, 2-3 May 2013, Chicago, 2013 Research Summit, American and International Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. 2013.
Samman N., Keynote – The international future of research in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, 2013 Research Summit, American and International Associations of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Chicago, USA . 2013.
Samman N., Mandibular Reconstruction - Current Approach, 50th Anniversary Conference, Australian and New Zealand Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon Sydney, Australia. 2012.
Samman N., Mandibular Reconstruction – Current Approach, 50th Anniversary Conference, Australian and New Zealand Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, Sydney, Australia . 2012.
Samman N., Mandibular reconstruction - current approach, Australian and New Zealand Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons Conference. 2012, 18.
Samman N., Mandibular reconstruction – options available and current approaches, Abstract Book p.38, 17th International Dental and Plastic Surgery Conference, 14-15 March 2013, Ho Chi Minh City.. 2013.
Samman N., Oral Cancer and Pre-Cancer, 34th Asia Pacific Dental Congress, Taipei, Taiwan. 2012.
Samman N., Plenary – Management of speech problems in cleft lip and palate with emphasis on surgical aspects, ACBID 2013 17th International Conference, Antalya, Turkey . 2013.
Samman N., Plenary: Management of speech problems in cleft lip and palate with emphasis on surgical aspects, Abstract Book p.29, ACBID 2013 7th International Congress, 29 May – 2 June 2013, Antalya . 2013.
Samman N. and Choi W.W.S., Reconstruction of orofacial defects using free flap transfer the Hong Kong experience, Proceedings of the 10th Asian Congress on Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 15-18 November, Bali. 2012, 170.
Samman N., Speech after Glossectomy – surgical implications, 10th Asian Congress on Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Bali, Indonesia . 2012.
Samman N., Speech after Glossectomy, 37th National Conference of Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery of India, Hyderabad, India . 2012.
Samman N., Speech after glossectomy - Surgical implications, Proceedings of the 10th Asian Congress on Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. 15-18 November, Bali. 2012, 51.
Samman N., The next 50 years in Asia and China in Symposium – Back to the future, 50th Anniversary Conference, British Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, London, UK . 2012.


Researcher : Seneviratne CJ

Project Title:Multiplex PCR array for detection and quantification of caries associated bacteria
Investigator(s):Seneviratne CJ, Lo ECM, Samaranayake LP, Gao X
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Funding Programme for Applied Research
Start Date:11/2010
Completion Date:10/2012


Project Title:Structure-Activity Relationship of Novel Antifungal Small molecule against Candida
Investigator(s):Seneviratne CJ, Kao RYT, Wang Y, Samaranayake LP
Department:Dental Faculty - Oral Biosciences
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:12/2011
Completion Date:04/2013


Project Title:Research Output Prize (Faculty of Dentistry)
Investigator(s):Seneviratne CJ
Department:Dental Faculty - Oral Biosciences
Source(s) of Funding:Research Output Prize (in Faculty)
Start Date:12/2011


Project Title:IADR General Session & Exhibition; Metagenomic analysis of Giant Panda (Ailuropoda melanoleuca) dental plaque microbiome
Investigator(s):Seneviratne CJ
Department:Dental Faculty - Oral Biosciences
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:03/2013


List of Research Outputs

Herath Mudiyanselage T.D.K.H., Wang Y., Seneviratne C.J., Darveau R.P., Wang C.Y. and Jin L., The expression and regulation of matrix metalloproteinase-3 is critically modulated by Porphyromonas gingivalis lipopolysaccharide with heterogeneous lipid A structures in human gingival fibroblasts, BMC Microbiology. 2013, 13: 73.


Researcher : Tay FRCM

List of Research Outputs

EPASINGHE D.J., Gong S., Niu L., Yiu C.K.Y., Rueggeberg F.A., Kimmerling K., Chen J., Pashley D. and Tay F.R.C.M., Long-term Antimicrobial Activity of an ORMOSIL-containing Orthodontic Methacrylate Resin: CFU. , Journal of Dental Research . 2013, 92 (Special Issue A): 663.
Gong S.Q., EPASINGHE D.J., Zhou B., Niu L.N., Kimmerling K.A., Rueggeberg F.A., Yiu C.K.Y., Mao J., Pashley D.H. and Tay F.R.C.M., Effect of water-aging on the antimicrobial activities of an ORMOSIL-containing orthodontic acrylic resin. , Acta Biomaterialia . 2013, 9: 6964-73.
Yiu C.K.Y., Hiraishi N.M., Tay F.R.C.M. and King N.M., Effect of chlorhexidine incorporation into dental adhesive resin on durability of resin-dentin bond. , Journal of Adhehsive Dentistry . 2012, 4: 355-62.


Researcher : Tideman H

Project Title:Functional reconstruction of the upper jaw
Investigator(s):Tideman H, Luk WK
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Other Funding Scheme
Start Date:01/1992


Project Title:Functional reconstruction of the lower jaw
Investigator(s):Tideman H, Luk WK
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Other Funding Scheme
Start Date:01/1994




Researcher : Tsang PCS

Project Title:Clinical, microbiological and histopathological study of oral diseases in renal transplant patients in Hong Kong
Investigator(s):Tsang PCS, Leung WK, Samaranayake LP, Chan AWK, Chan DTM, Chu FCS
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Other Funding Scheme
Start Date:03/2000


Project Title:Effect of TGF- β1, vIL-10 in saliva of HIV patients on EBV lytic genes BZLF1 and BRLF1 expression
Investigator(s):Tsang PCS, Samaranayake LP
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:11/2009
Completion Date:10/2012


Project Title:Biochemical characterization of secreted aspartyl proteinase 7
Investigator(s):Tsang PCS
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:11/2010
Completion Date:05/2013


Project Title:Anti-infective therapy of Er,Cr:YSGG laser on contaminated zirconia implant surfaces
Investigator(s):Tsang PCS, Pow EHN, Tsang WK
Department:Dental Faculty - Oral Rehabilitation
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:05/2012
Completion Date:05/2013


List of Research Outputs

Bridges S.M., Green J.L., Botelho M.G. and Tsang P.C.S., Blended learning and PBL: An interactional ethnographic approach to understanding knowledge construction in-situ. Selected key topic presentation., 38th ADEE Annual General Meeting. 2012.
Bridges S.M., Yiu C.K.Y., Botelho M.G., Lo E.C.M., Tsang P.C.S., Watt R.M., Yang Y. and Wong J.W., Outstanding Teaching Award (OTA) Team "PBL 2.0: E-learning for Problem-based Learning (PBL) at the Faculty of Dentistry", 問題為本學習方法2.0:牙醫學院網上學習方案 , The University of Hong Kong Teaching Excellence Award Scheme(2012). 2013.
Perera R.A.P.M., Tsang P.C.S., Samaranayake L.P., Lee M.P. and Li P., Prevalence of oral mucosal lesions in adults undergoing highly active antiretroviral therapy in Hong Kong., Journal of Investigative Clinical Dentistry . 2012, 3: 208-14.
Tsang W.K., Bandara H.M.H.N., Samaranayake L.P., Tsang P.C.S. and Fong W.P., Purpurin-induced changes in the proteome of Candida albicans, Journal of Dental Research. 2012, 91 (Special Issue C): 168913.


Researcher : Tsang WK

Project Title:Generation of focused libraries by combinatorial biocatalysis with anti-Candidal activity: synthesis and in vitro study
Investigator(s):Tsang WK
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Research Fund for the Control of Infectious Diseases - Mini Grants
Start Date:01/2009


Project Title:From vital to lethal: functional analysis of apoptosis-inducing factor in the human fungal pathogen Candida albicans
Investigator(s):Tsang WK
Department:Dental Faculty - Oral Biosciences
Source(s) of Funding:Research Fund for the Control of Infectious Diseases - Mini Grants
Start Date:12/2011


Project Title:Investigation of the functional significance of phytase activity in Candida albicans: gene disruption, pH regulation, and virulence study
Investigator(s):Tsang WK, Samaranayake LP
Department:Dental Faculty - Oral Biosciences
Source(s) of Funding:Research Fund for the Control of Infectious Diseases - Full Grants
Start Date:03/2012


Project Title:Perturbation of pH homeostasis: a comparative study on the inhibitory effect of purpurin on membrane-bound ATPases in Candida albicans
Investigator(s):Tsang WK, Samaranayake LP
Department:Dental Faculty - Oral Biosciences
Source(s) of Funding:Health and Medical Research Fund - Full Grant
Start Date:03/2013


Project Title:Construction of "arming yeast" for cell surface display of phytase
Investigator(s):Tsang WK
Department:Dental Faculty - Oral Biosciences
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Funding Programme for Basic Research
Start Date:05/2013




Researcher : Watt R.M.

Project Title:Genes get 'recT' : new and improved methods for bacterial DNA engineering
Investigator(s):Watt RM, Huang J, Tanner JA
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:01/2010


Project Title:New approaches for the analysis of microbial biofilms associated with periodontal disease
Investigator(s):Watt RM, Leung WK
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Funding Programme for Basic Research
Start Date:04/2011


Project Title:Treponema denticola and periodontal disease: novel analytical approaches to probe host-pathogen relationships
Investigator(s):Watt RM, Leung WK, Tanner JA
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:01/2012


Project Title:Stress response in the oral pathogen Fusobacterium nucleatum: the interplay between polyphosphate metabolism and the stringent response
Investigator(s):Watt RM, Seneviratne CJ, Choi MY
Department:Dental Faculty - Oral Biosciences
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Funding Programme for Basic Research
Start Date:04/2012


Project Title:Raising the alarmone in Staphylococcus aureus: establishing the molecular basis of the stringent response
Investigator(s):Watt RM, Seneviratne CJ, Tanner JA
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:01/2013


Project Title:Research Output Prize (Faculty of Dentistry)
Investigator(s):Watt RM
Department:Dental Faculty - Oral Biosciences
Source(s) of Funding:Research Output Prize (in Faculty)
Start Date:01/2013


Project Title:Molecular analysis of Synergistetes communities associated with chronic and aggressive forms of periodontitis
Investigator(s):Watt RM, Leung WK
Department:Dental Faculty - Oral Biosciences
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Funding Programme for Basic Research
Start Date:04/2013


List of Research Outputs



Researcher : Watt RM

Project Title:Genes get 'recT' : new and improved methods for bacterial DNA engineering
Investigator(s):Watt RM, Huang J, Tanner JA
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:01/2010


Project Title:New approaches for the analysis of microbial biofilms associated with periodontal disease
Investigator(s):Watt RM, Leung WK
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Funding Programme for Basic Research
Start Date:04/2011


Project Title:Treponema denticola and periodontal disease: novel analytical approaches to probe host-pathogen relationships
Investigator(s):Watt RM, Leung WK, Tanner JA
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:01/2012


Project Title:Stress response in the oral pathogen Fusobacterium nucleatum: the interplay between polyphosphate metabolism and the stringent response
Investigator(s):Watt RM, Seneviratne CJ, Choi MY
Department:Dental Faculty - Oral Biosciences
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Funding Programme for Basic Research
Start Date:04/2012


Project Title:Raising the alarmone in Staphylococcus aureus: establishing the molecular basis of the stringent response
Investigator(s):Watt RM, Seneviratne CJ, Tanner JA
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:01/2013


Project Title:Research Output Prize (Faculty of Dentistry)
Investigator(s):Watt RM
Department:Dental Faculty - Oral Biosciences
Source(s) of Funding:Research Output Prize (in Faculty)
Start Date:01/2013


Project Title:Molecular analysis of Synergistetes communities associated with chronic and aggressive forms of periodontitis
Investigator(s):Watt RM, Leung WK
Department:Dental Faculty - Oral Biosciences
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Funding Programme for Basic Research
Start Date:04/2013


List of Research Outputs

Bridges S.M., Yiu C.K.Y., Botelho M.G., Lo E.C.M., Tsang P.C.S., Watt R.M., Yang Y. and Wong J.W., Outstanding Teaching Award (OTA) Team "PBL 2.0: E-learning for Problem-based Learning (PBL) at the Faculty of Dentistry", 問題為本學習方法2.0:牙醫學院網上學習方案 , The University of Hong Kong Teaching Excellence Award Scheme(2012). 2013.


Researcher : Wong CM

Project Title:Building explanatory models for oral health behaviours and status among family members
Investigator(s):Wong MCM, Lo ECM
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:01/2011


Project Title:A 3-year follow up study of family members oral health status and dental service utilization'
Investigator(s):Wong MCM, Lo ECM
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:01/2012


Project Title:2013 IADR/AADR/CADR General Session and Exhibition; Correlation between oral health behaviors and status among family members
Investigator(s):Wong MCM
Department:Dental Faculty - Public Health
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:03/2013




Researcher : Wong HM

Project Title:Impact of orofacial complications on oral health-related quality of life for children undergoing cancer therapy
Investigator(s):Wong HM, Chu CH, Chan GCF
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:03/2011


Project Title:Risk factors for the occurrence of developmental defects of enamel
Investigator(s):Wong HM, King NM, McGrath CPJ
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:01/2012


Project Title:Secular trend in the development of permanent teeth among five years old children
Investigator(s):Wong HM
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Funding Programme for Basic Research
Start Date:06/2012


Project Title:Childhood risk factors for delayed eruption of permanent teeth
Investigator(s):Wong HM, McGrath CPJ, Yang Y
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:01/2013


Project Title:The 24th Congress of IAPD 2013 ; The association between infant growth and the occurrence of developmental defects of enamel at 12 years old
Investigator(s):Wong HM
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:06/2013


Project Title:Dental age assessment for children with and without a supernumerary tooth
Investigator(s):Wong HM
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:06/2013




Researcher : Wong JW

List of Research Outputs

Bridges S.M., Yiu C.K.Y., Botelho M.G., Lo E.C.M., Tsang P.C.S., Watt R.M., Yang Y. and Wong J.W., Outstanding Teaching Award (OTA) Team "PBL 2.0: E-learning for Problem-based Learning (PBL) at the Faculty of Dentistry", 問題為本學習方法2.0:牙醫學院網上學習方案 , The University of Hong Kong Teaching Excellence Award Scheme(2012). 2013.


Researcher : Wong M.C.M.

Project Title:Building explanatory models for oral health behaviours and status among family members
Investigator(s):Wong MCM, Lo ECM
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:01/2011


Project Title:A 3-year follow up study of family members oral health status and dental service utilization'
Investigator(s):Wong MCM, Lo ECM
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:01/2012


Project Title:2013 IADR/AADR/CADR General Session and Exhibition; Correlation between oral health behaviors and status among family members
Investigator(s):Wong MCM
Department:Dental Faculty - Public Health
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:03/2013




Researcher : Wong MCM

Project Title:Building explanatory models for oral health behaviours and status among family members
Investigator(s):Wong MCM, Lo ECM
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:01/2011


Project Title:A 3-year follow up study of family members oral health status and dental service utilization'
Investigator(s):Wong MCM, Lo ECM
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:01/2012


Project Title:2013 IADR/AADR/CADR General Session and Exhibition; Correlation between oral health behaviors and status among family members
Investigator(s):Wong MCM
Department:Dental Faculty - Public Health
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:03/2013




Researcher : Wong RWK

Project Title:Research Output Prize
Investigator(s):Wong RWK, Rabie ABM
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Research Output Prize (in Faculty)
Start Date:10/2008


Project Title:Effect of genistin on growth responses of mouse cranial bases (synchondroses).
Investigator(s):Wong RWK
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:01/2011
Completion Date:06/2013


Project Title:New polybiguanide compounds for oral antibacterial use
Investigator(s):Wong RWK, Tsoi KH
Department:Dental Faculty - Orthodontics
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:06/2013




Researcher : Wong SSS

List of Research Outputs

Chu C.H., Wong S.S.S., Suen P.C. and Lo E.C.M., Oral health and dental care in Hong Kong, Surgeon. 2013, 11: 153-157.


Researcher : Yang Y

Project Title:Effects of medicinal herb Danshen on bone cells activity in vitro
Investigator(s):Yang Y, Rabie ABM, Wong RWK
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:11/2010


Project Title:Blended learning in Dentistry: 3-D resources for problem-based and case-based learning
Investigator(s):Yang Y, Bridges SM, Yiu CKY, Leung KCM, Zhang C, Lai SML, Zwahlen RA, Burrow MF, Robinson W
Department:Dental Faculty - Orthodontics
Source(s) of Funding:Teaching Development Grants
Start Date:09/2011


Project Title:Effects of lipopolysaccharide on human periodontal ligament cells under mechanical loading
Investigator(s):Yang Y, Zhang C
Department:Dental Faculty - Orthodontics
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:05/2012


Project Title:Terminating poor oral habits of preschool-aged children
Investigator(s):Yang Y, Chu CH
Department:Dental Faculty - Orthodontics
Source(s) of Funding:Health Care and Promotion Fund - Research Grant Projects
Start Date:07/2012


Project Title:Etiological factors of dental arches' abnormal development in three dimensions
Investigator(s):Yang Y
Department:Dental Faculty - Orthodontics
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:05/2013


Project Title:EOS 2013 89th Congress of the European Orthodontic Society; LPS PROMOTED MECHANICAL-LOADED PDL CELLS' PROLIFERATION THROUGH WNT2 PATHWAY
Investigator(s):Yang Y
Department:Dental Faculty - Orthodontics
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:06/2013


List of Research Outputs

Bridges S.M., Yiu C.K.Y., Botelho M.G., Lo E.C.M., Tsang P.C.S., Watt R.M., Yang Y. and Wong J.W., Outstanding Teaching Award (OTA) Team "PBL 2.0: E-learning for Problem-based Learning (PBL) at the Faculty of Dentistry", 問題為本學習方法2.0:牙醫學院網上學習方案 , The University of Hong Kong Teaching Excellence Award Scheme(2012). 2013.


Researcher : Yau JYY

List of Research Outputs

Samaranayake Y.H., Bandara H.M.H.N., Cheung B.P.K., Yau J.Y.Y., Yeung S.K.W. and Samaranayake L.P., Enteric gram-negative bacilli suppress Candida biofilms on Foley urinary catheters, APMIS : acta pathologica, microbiologica et immunologica Scandinavica. 2013.
Samaranayake Y.H., Cheung B.P.K., Wang Y., Yau J.Y.Y., Yeung S.K.W. and Samaranayake L.P., Fluconazole resistance in Candida glabrata is associated with increased bud formation and metallothionein production., Journal of Medical Microbiology. 2013, 62(Pt 2): 303-318.
Samaranayake Y.H., Cheung B.P.K., Yau J.Y.Y., Yeung S.K.W. and Samaranayake L.P., Human Serum Promotes Candida albicans Biofilm growth and Virulence Gene Expression on Silicone Biomaterial, PLoS One. 2013, 8(5):e62902.


Researcher : Yeung CPW

List of Research Outputs

Yang Y., Chu C.H., Lu J., Yeung C.P.W. and Li K.Y., Building of dental knowledge among parents of preschool children, Journal of Dental Research. 2013, 93.


Researcher : Yeung RWK

Project Title:Prospective study on arthrocentesis
Investigator(s):Yeung RWK, Cheung LK
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Low Budget High Impact Programme
Start Date:11/2001




Researcher : Yeung SKW

List of Research Outputs

Samaranayake Y.H., Bandara H.M.H.N., Cheung B.P.K., Yau J.Y.Y., Yeung S.K.W. and Samaranayake L.P., Enteric gram-negative bacilli suppress Candida biofilms on Foley urinary catheters, APMIS : acta pathologica, microbiologica et immunologica Scandinavica. 2013.
Samaranayake Y.H., Cheung B.P.K., Wang Y., Yau J.Y.Y., Yeung S.K.W. and Samaranayake L.P., Fluconazole resistance in Candida glabrata is associated with increased bud formation and metallothionein production., Journal of Medical Microbiology. 2013, 62(Pt 2): 303-318.
Samaranayake Y.H., Cheung B.P.K., Yau J.Y.Y., Yeung S.K.W. and Samaranayake L.P., Human Serum Promotes Candida albicans Biofilm growth and Virulence Gene Expression on Silicone Biomaterial, PLoS One. 2013, 8(5):e62902.


Researcher : Yip HK

Project Title:Local delivery of hMSCs and re-constituted collagen for rapid bone regeneration.
Investigator(s):Yip HK, Chan GCF, Chan BP, Chan D
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:09/2006


Project Title:Oral biofilms formed by salivary microorganisms from patients with high and low risk of caries.
Investigator(s):Yip HK, Fang HHP
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:10/2007


Project Title:Studying mesenchymal stem cell differentiation around titanium implant surface using microscopy and quantitative proteomic techniques in mice
Investigator(s):Yip HK, Chan BP
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:11/2008




Researcher : Yiu CKY

Project Title:Research Output Prize (Faculty of Dentistry)
Investigator(s):Yiu CKY
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Research Output Prize (in Faculty)
Start Date:11/2007


Project Title:Arresting biodegradation of dentin bonded interface
Investigator(s):Yiu CKY, King NM, Matinlinna JP, Tay FRCM
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:12/2010


Project Title:Effect of proanthocyanidin on matrix metalloproteinase inhibition and resin-dentin bond strength
Investigator(s):Yiu CKY, King NM, Epasinghe DJ
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Funding Programme for Basic Research
Start Date:06/2011
Completion Date:12/2012


Project Title:2013 IADR/AADR/CADR; Effect of solvent on the inhibition of MMP by chlorhexidine
Investigator(s):Yiu CKY
Department:Dental Faculty - Paediatric Dentistry
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:03/2013


Project Title:The incorporation of proanthocyanidin in a casein phosphopeptide amorphous calcium fluoride phosphate paste on artificial root caries.
Investigator(s):Yiu CKY, Burrow MF
Department:Dental Faculty - Paediatric Dentistry
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:06/2013


List of Research Outputs

Gong S.Q., Niu L.N., Kemp L.K., Yiu C.K.Y., Ryou H., QI Y.P., Blizzard J.D., Nikonov S., Brackett M.G., Hayes T., Messer R.L.W., Wu C.D., Mao L., Brister B.L., Rueggeberg F.A., Arola D.D., Pashley D.H. and Tay F.R., Quaternary ammonium silane-functionalized, methacrylate resin composition with antimicrobial and self-repair potential. , Acta Biomaterialia. 2012, 8: 3270-82.
Hamzah S.H., Gao X., Yiu C.K.Y., McGrath C.P.J. and King N.M., Managing dental fear and anxiety in pediatric patients: A qualitative study from the public’s perspective, Pediatric Dentistry. 2013.
Yiu C.K.Y., Hiraishi N.M., Tay F.R.C.M. and King N.M., Effect of chlorhexidine incorporation into dental adhesive resin on durability of resin-dentin bond. , Journal of Adhehsive Dentistry . 2012, 4: 355-62.


Researcher : Zhan X

List of Research Outputs

Yang Y., Zhang L., Zhang C. and Zhan X., Poster Presentation: LPS promoted mechanical-loaded PDL cells' proliferation through Wnt2 pathway., 89th Congress of the European Orthodontic Society in Reykjavik, Iceland, 26 - 29 June, 2013.
Yang Y., Zhang L., Zhang C. and Zhan X., Wnt2 participates in PDL cells’ proliferation under mechanical loading, FDI Annual World Dental Congress, Hong Kong, 29 August - 1 September, 2012.
Zhang L., Yang Y., Zhang C. and Zhan X., LPS induces PDL cells’ proliferation with participation of Wnt2., FDI Annual World Dental Congress, Hong Kong, 29 August - 1 September, 2012.


Researcher : Zhang C

Project Title:Dentin-pulp tissue regeneration by dental pulp stem cells and CD34+ endothelial progenitor cells in vitro
Investigator(s):Zhang C
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:01/2011


Project Title:Synergistic effects of endothelial progenitor cells and apical papilla stem cells on dental pulp regeneration
Investigator(s):Zhang C, Cheung GSP, Jin L
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:01/2011
Completion Date:12/2012


Project Title:Prevascularized periodontal ligament cell sheet with endothelial cells promotes periodontal tissue complex regeneration
Investigator(s):Zhang C, Chu CH
Department:Dental Faculty - CDC (Endondontics)
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Funding Programme for Basic Research
Start Date:04/2012


Project Title:Lipoteichoic acid (LTA) of pathogenic Enterococcus faecalis modulates the functional characteristics of osteoblasts and osteoclasts
Investigator(s):Zhang C, Seneviratne CJ, Jin L, Watt RM, Li XC
Department:Dental Faculty - CDC (Endondontics)
Source(s) of Funding:Health and Medical Research Fund - Full Grant
Start Date:01/2013


Project Title:Engineering human dental pulp tissues using prevascularized microtissue spheroids constructed by dental pulp stem cells and gene-modified endothelial cells
Investigator(s):Zhang C, Cheung GSP, Jin L, Seneviratne CJ
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:01/2013


Project Title:2013 IADR Pulp Biology and Regeneration Group Symposium; regeneration of dental pulp tissue in immature dog teeth with apical periodontitis using platelet-rich plasma and dental pulp cells
Investigator(s):Zhang C
Department:Dental Faculty - CDC (Endondontics)
Source(s) of Funding:URC/CRCG - Conference Support for Teaching Staff
Start Date:03/2013


Project Title:TNF-α Induction of Human Dental Pulp Stem Cells’ EphB2/ephrin-B1 Expression
Investigator(s):Zhang C
Department:Dental Faculty - CDC (Endondontics)
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Funding Programme for Basic Research
Start Date:06/2013


List of Research Outputs

Green D.W., Zhang C., Cheung L.K. and Li G., Adult stem cells towards the clinic: Incubation within cellular assemblies and sugar substrates, 2nd CUHK International Symposium on Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine 19th-20th November 2012.
Yang Y., Zhang L., Zhang C. and Zhan X., Poster Presentation: LPS promoted mechanical-loaded PDL cells' proliferation through Wnt2 pathway., 89th Congress of the European Orthodontic Society in Reykjavik, Iceland, 26 - 29 June, 2013.
Yang Y., Zhang L., Zhang C. and Zhan X., Wnt2 participates in PDL cells’ proliferation under mechanical loading, FDI Annual World Dental Congress, Hong Kong, 29 August - 1 September, 2012.
Zhang C., Regenerative Endodontics: Biology and Clinical Application, Society of Endodontists Singapore, Singapore, In: Society of Endodontists Singapore, Singapore, Singapore, Society of Endodontists Singapore, 2012.
Zhang L., Yang Y., Zhang C. and Zhan X., LPS induces PDL cells’ proliferation with participation of Wnt2., FDI Annual World Dental Congress, Hong Kong, 29 August - 1 September, 2012.


Researcher : Zhang W

List of Research Outputs

Zhang W., McGrath C.P.J., Lo E.C.M. and Li J.Y., Silver diamine fluoride and education to prevent and arrest root caries among community-dwelling elders, Caries Research. 2013, 47: 284-290.


Researcher : Zheng L

Project Title:Effect of granulocyte colony-stimulating factor on healing of aged osteoporotic bone
Investigator(s):Zheng L, Lu WW
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Funding Programme for Basic Research
Start Date:02/2011
Completion Date:07/2013


Project Title:Role of oral bacteria in unmasking bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis of the jaws
Investigator(s):Zheng L, Zwahlen RA, Seneviratne CJ, Leung WK
Department:Dental Faculty-OralDiagnosis&Polyclinics
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Funding Programme for Basic Research
Start Date:06/2012


Project Title:Impact of oral bacteria on unmasking bisphosphonate-related osteonecrosis of the jaws
Investigator(s):Zheng L, Leung WK, Seneviratne CJ, Zwahlen RA
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:General Research Fund (GRF)
Start Date:01/2013


Project Title:Role of Denosumab in inducing jawbone osteonecrosis on a rat model
Investigator(s):Zheng L, Zwahlen RA, Leung WK
Department:Dental Faculty-OralDiagnosis&Polyclinics
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Funding Programme for Basic Research
Start Date:06/2013


List of Research Outputs

Cheung L.K., Chua M.D., Hariri F., Pow E.H.N. and Zheng L., Alveolar distraction osteogenesis for dental implant rehabilitation following fibular reconstruction: a case series., J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2013, 71(2): 225-71.
Li J., Pow E.H.N., Zheng L., Ma L., Kwong D.L.W. and Cheung L.K., Effect of fluoride-modified titanium surface on irradiated osteoblast adhesion, Journal of Dental Research. 2012, 91(Spec IssC): 152.
Liu X.L., Cheung L.K., Zhang H.X., Li J.Y., Ma L. and Zheng L., Comparison of gene expression of tissue inhibitor of matrix metalloproteinase-1 between continuous and intermittent distraction osteogenesis: A quantitative study on rabbits., J Craniomaxillofac Surg. 2012, 40(7): e185-8.
Zhang W.B., Zheng L., Chua D.T.T. and Cheung L.K., Expression of MMP-1 and TIMP-1 in irradiated mandibles during distraction osteogenesis, Oral Surg Oral Med Oral Pathol Oral Radiol. 2012, 114(6): 698-703.
Zhang W.B., Zheng L., Chua D.T.T. and Cheung L.K., Treatment of irradiated mandibles with mesenchymal stem cells transfected with BMP 2/7, J Oral Maxillofac Surg. 2012, 70(7): 1711-6.


Researcher : Zhi Q

List of Research Outputs

Zhi Q., Lo E.C.M. and Kwok A.C.Y., An in vitro study of silver and fluoride ions on remineralization of demineralized enamel and dentine, Australian Dental Journal. 2013, 58: 50-56.


Researcher : Zwahlen RA

Project Title:Influence of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug therapy on osseointegration and guided bone regeneration of dental implants
Investigator(s):Zwahlen RA
Department:Dental Faculty - Oral & MaxFac Surgery
Source(s) of Funding:International Team for Implantology (ITI) Research Grants
Start Date:12/2009


Project Title:Quality of life, psychosocial adjustment and postraumatic growth of patients with oral cavity cancer and their spouses: a prospective multicenter study
Investigator(s):Zwahlen RA
Department:Dental Faculty
Source(s) of Funding:Small Project Funding
Start Date:01/2010


Project Title:Creating a perfused prefabricated bone by means of using natural vessels and growth factors
Investigator(s):Zwahlen RA
Department:Dental Faculty - Oral & MaxFac Surgery
Source(s) of Funding:AO Foundation Research Fund
Start Date:04/2010


Project Title:Epithelial mesenchymal transition (EMT) and its effect in oral squamous cell carcinoma progression
Investigator(s):Zwahlen RA, Zheng L
Department:Dental Faculty - Oral & MaxFac Surgery
Source(s) of Funding:Seed Funding Programme for Basic Research
Start Date:05/2013


List of Research Outputs

Albrektsson T., Donos N., Thomas D., Pjetursson B., Eugenio R., Braegger U., Esposito M., Kohal R., Naehri T., Storelli S., Tomasi C., Watzek G., Zwahlen R.A., Kapos T., Zwahlen M., Lustenberger F. and Holmes N., Implant Survival and Complications. The Third EAO Consensus Conference 2012, Clinical Oral Implants Research . 2012, Oct 23 Suppl 6: 63-65.
Jacobsen C., Kruse A., Lubbers H.T., Zwahlen R.A., Studer S., Zemann W., Seifert B. and Gratz K.W., Is Mandibular Reconstruction Using Vascularized Fibula Flaps and Dental Implants a Reasonable Treatment?, Clinical Implant Dental and Related Research 2012. 2012, Sept 21.
Jayaratne Y.S.N., Deutsch C.K., McGrath C.P.J. and Zwahlen R.A., Are neoclassical canons valid for southern chinese faces?, PLoS One. 2012, 7: e52593.


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