UCLA Dentistry Developing Saliva Test to Predict Onset of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Every year, many Americans are at-risk of developing serious mental health issues. These mental health problems, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and depression, can be debilitating and hard to treat. Having the ability to recognize the potential for mental health issues would allow health care professionals to enact preventative measures.
The UCLA School of Dentistry just received a research grant to develop a salivary biomarker test for identifying patients with the potential to develop PTSD or depression after a traumatic event. This salivary biomarker research would allow for preemptive psychological care, enabling mental health professionals to offer services at a time when mental health issues are easier to treat.
For more information and specifics on this upcoming research, follow the link below:
R. Eric Emery, DDS
Smile Station Dental
2901 Dougherty Ferry Rd, Suite 400
St. Louis, MO 63122
(314)821-7100
smilestationdental.com
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