Dr. Karanth's
Ortho-Innovation Lab
Transforming orthodontic care through innovative research, advanced technology and comprehensive education.
Lab MISSION
The mission of Dr. Karanth’s Ortho-Innovation Lab is to transform orthodontic care through innovative research, advanced technology and comprehensive education. We are dedicated to:
- Driving Innovation: Pioneering new techniques and technologies, such as 3D printing and artificial intelligence, to enhance treatment precision and patient outcomes.
- Fostering Research Excellence: Conducting rigorous studies to deepen our understanding of orthodontic biology and improve treatment methodologies, particularly in areas like bone regeneration and tooth movement.
- Enhancing Education: Providing mentorship and training for orthodontic residents, integrating the latest research into educational programs to prepare future leaders in the field.
- Promoting Collaboration: Building partnerships with dental professionals and research institutions to share knowledge and improve clinical practices, ensuring that advancements benefit the broader community.
- Prioritizing Patient-Centered Care: Committing to the highest standards of safety and efficacy in all research and clinical applications, ultimately enhancing the patient experience and treatment success.
Through these initiatives, Dr. Karanth’s Ortho-Innovation Lab is committed to being at the forefront of orthodontic research and education, ultimately contributing to a brighter future for orthodontic care.
our focus
Cutting-edge automation
Clinical Decision Support Tool using Natural Language Processing
In collaboration with Dr. Jay Patel, Director of Health Informatics at Temple University, our lab is developing a clinical decision support tool aimed at advancing interceptive orthodontic care.
modern solutions
QuantRoot Root Resorption Detection
Machine Learning Program development for Detecting and volumentrically Quantifying the root resorption.
Improved Performance
Skeletal Maturity Assessment Using Machine Learning
Machine Learning model for Skeletal Maturity Assessment, on cervical vertibral maturation powered by HiPerGator.
Developed an innovative Virtual Reality program “BioMech Sim Pro” an emersive technology for adavnced education on Orthodontic Biomechanics.
3D printing
3D Printed Scaffold for the Bone Regeneration
Developing 3D printed piezoelectric scaffold for the bone regenration in the caniofacial region.
Lab News
Dr. Karanth receives Faculty Seed Grant
Dr. Karanth has been awarded $20,000 to develop a Virtual Reality application on Orthodontic Biomechanics to educate orthodontic residents.
Emile Karam Receives Travel Award
Emile has been awarded the prestigious UFCD Research Conference Travel Award by the University of Florida College of Dentistry! This honor provides…
Dr. Tyler B. Magill Receives UFCD Student Seed…
Dr. Tyler B. Magill, an Orthodontic Resident at the University of Florida College of Dentistry, has received a $3,000 UFCD Student Seed Grant for his…
Our Environment
Our Foundation of excellence
UF College of Dentistry
Global leaders in dental education, research, care and service.
our academic home
Department of Orthodontics
The Department of Orthodontics is involved in the three primary missions of the college: education, research and patient care. There are two clinics in the department where patient care is delivered: Faculty Practice and the Residency Center.
