The ADA Forsythe Institute (AFI) leverages over a century of experience in oral health technology, research, and community outreach to usher in a new era of innovation. AFI's pioneering research spans critical areas such as regenerative medicine, linking oral and systemic health, and mapping the human oral microbiome. To accelerate discovery, AFI emphasizes its role as an industry ecosystem builder, connecting startups, investors, and policymakers. The Institute invites collaboration through its new state-of-the-art facilities, offering access to core labs, expert scientific consultation, clinical studies for regulatory approval, and joint technology development. AFI’s ultimate vision is to align dentistry with general medicine, transforming scientific discoveries into real-world solutions.
The ADA Forsythe Institute: Leading the Future of Oral Health Innovation
0:08 Foundational History: The ADA Forsythe Institute has been at the forefront of oral health technological innovation, research, and community outreach for over 100 years.
0:20 Pioneer Research Focus: AFI is committed to ushering in a new era for oral health through groundbreaking research, including:
Regenerative medicine.
Exploring the link between oral and systemic health.
Mapping the human oral microbiome.
0:48 Community Impact: Community programs and clinics ensure that the benefits of this innovation reach those who need it most.
0:57 Industry Ecosystem Builder: AFI connects the entire industry—startups, investors, and policymakers—to drive innovation efficiently from "bench to chairside" (1:13).
1:20 State-of-the-Art Facilities: Industry colleagues are invited to collaborate via a new facility offering access to:
Core lab services and advanced instrumentation (1:28).
Professional scientists for expert consulting (1:40).
Conducting clinical studies for regulatory approval (1:47).
1:56 Call to Action for Industry: Companies are encouraged to join the "ADA Forsythe Innovation Engine."
2:04 Continuing Education for Dentists: The Forsythe Academy provides continuing education courses with cutting-edge insights to keep dental professionals at the forefront of dental technologies.
2:25 Overarching Vision: Innovation is the key to aligning dentistry with medicine and to "put the mouth back to the body" (2:32).
2:49 Conclusion: AFI transforms discovery into real-world solutions, leading the way for the future of oral health.