Research has identified a major gap in funding for dental research, identifying a need for more investment into oral health research to help combat the large burden of disease.
UQ researchers from the Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences have been recognised in The Australian's annual Research magazine which acknowledges the talent and dedication of researchers in the country.
Virtual and augmented reality technologies are being used as an important teaching tool for University of Queensland dentistry students, who practice with 3D headsets before working on real-life clients.
Academics from The Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences were celebrated for their innovation and creativity at the 2022 UQ Awards for Excellence in Teaching and Learning.
Researchers at The University of Queensland are testing the limits of 3D printing technology, using it in innovative ways to improve health and wellbeing.
Emeritus Professor Laurie Walsh and Associate Professor Arosha Weerakoon spoke to The House of Wellness about the dangers of some DIY dentistry trends promoted on TikTok.
Emeritus Professor Laurie Walsh spoke to ABC Radio National about a survey which found two thirds of people have not been to the dentist for two years.
The University of Queensland will invest $50 million over seven years increasing research capabilities to address the most pressing health and medical challenges at the same time as creating economic opportunities.
New research led by Dr Pingping Han and Professor Saso Ivanovski from UQ’s School of Dentistry found COVID-19 antibodies can be detected in both unstimulated saliva and fluid.
A new collaborative project collaboration will kick off mid-year to discover how the health outcome of patients in intensive care can be improved through improved oral hygiene.
UQ School of Dentistry Senior Lecturer and dentist Dr Michael Foley has been appointed a Member of the Order of Australia for his significant service to community health and to dental education.
More children from low-income families are accessing dental services and having regular visits thanks to The Child Dental Benefit Schedule (CDBS), University of Queensland research has found.