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Dr. M S Muthu

Centre for Early Childhood Caries Research (CECCRe)

The Centre for Early Childhood Caries Research (CECCRe) focuses on understanding the disease process of Early Childhood Caries (ECC) at both the population and individual levels. Our investigations include examining host factors such as enamel characteristics, oral soft tissue features, and morphological traits of teeth.

  1. OXIS Classification – The first classification system for interproximal contacts proposed by the centre.
  2. Sustained Anticipatory Guidance (SAG) – A novel concept introduced to aid in the prevention of Early Childhood Caries.
  3. MAAC Charts – An innovative educational tool designed to help stakeholders (parents, healthcare providers, dentists, etc.) identify Early Childhood Caries at an early stage.

Team

Current Members

Head:
Prof. Dr. M. S. Muthu, MDS, PhD, MRDS RCPS (Glasg)

Co-Investigators:
Dr. Latha Nirmal
Dr. Ankita Saikia (Research Associate)

Other Members:
Dr. Akila Ganesh
Dr. Felsy Premila

Projects

Current

  1. Innovative mHealth Intervention providing Sustained Anticipatory Guidance (Zero Cavity): Design, Development, Validation and Effectiveness – 2023–2028

Past

  1. Evaluation of interproximal contact areas of primary molars as a risk factor for ECC – 2018–2023
  2. Eye tracking technology: Applications and the power of eye movement in dental research – 2019–2023
  3. Herbal mouth rinses for oral health in children and adolescents – 2020–2022

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