Oral cancers are frequently diagnosed at advanced stages and often require aggressive treatments that result in significant and long-lasting functional and psychosocial consequences, including tooth loss, impaired oral function, and reduced quality of life. These challenges frequently extend to difficulties with social eating, communication, and return to work.
OncoDENTier is a research program focused on advancing prosthodontic rehabilitation in oral oncology. Leveraging real-world data, interventional studies, and knowledge synthesis, the program aims to generate robust evidence to optimize rehabilitative strategies for patients with oral cancer and potentially malignant oral disorders.
The overarching goal is to improve functional recovery, social reintegration, and patient-centered outcomes, while supporting continuous improvement in care delivery within a learning health system framework.