Juan Antonio Ruiz Roca

Juan Antonio Ruiz Roca is an Adjunct Professor (part-time) at the Department of Dermatology, Dentistry, Radiology and Physical Medicine, affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Murcia. His primary research focuses on geriatric dentistry, dental care for patients with special needs, and oral pathology. He leads the research group 'Odontology in People with Special Needs and Gerodontology.'

He holds a Doctorate from the University of Murcia (2010), with a thesis evaluating oral health status in leukemia patients undergoing hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. His academic supervision included advisors like Dr. Manuel Canteras Jordana and Dr. Ricardo Elías Oñate Sánchez.

Key research areas include:

• Dental management in systemic diseases (e.g., Parkinson’s, diabetes, thalassemia)
• Oral health in elderly populations
• Neuromuscular interventions for drooling
• Anesthesia and sedation protocols
• Diagnostic approaches for oral lichen planus and osteosarcomas

Recent studies explore CBCT imaging for nerve prediction during surgery, photobiomodulation for mucosal diseases, and YouTube’s role in disseminating oral care information. His work emphasizes evidence-based practices through systematic reviews and clinical trials.

Notable contributions include evaluating bispectral index (BIS) monitoring for dental sedation and analyzing oral health in long-term care facilities. His interdisciplinary approach integrates radiological, pharmacological, and rehabilitative strategies for complex patient groups.