The Center

Established in 1999, the Comprehensive Center for Inflammatory Disorders is one of six national Comprehensive Oral Health Research Centers of Discovery created by the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research to improve the oral health of Americans. The CCID faculty conducts basic, clinical, epidemiological, and community based research on inflammatory disorders such as Periodontal Disease, Cardiovascular Disease, Diabetes, and also at risk pregnant women. The Center also provides comprehensive specialized oral health care to patients with Periodontal Disease, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Disease, and also patients with at risk pregnancies. Finally, the Center provides educational opportunities for scientists, professionals, and the public of the links between inflammation and systemic medical conditions.