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Dr. Limor Avivi-Arber is an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Dentistry at the University of Toronto, specializing in Prosthodontics with a unique focus on the neuroscience of dental rehabilitation. Her work bridges clinical dentistry and fundamental neuroscience, examining how dental conditions and treatments affect brain function and neural adaptation.
Dr. Avivi-Arber's research primarily centers on neuroplasticity related to orofacial functions, with specific expertise in pain neuroscience, jaw sensorimotor control, and the neurological implications of edentulism. Her publications reveal a consistent exploration of how dental occlusion changes induce cortical reorganization, providing a scientific basis for understanding patient adaptation to dental prostheses.
Analysis of her publication trends (2008-2025) shows an evolving focus from basic neurophysiological mechanisms to increasingly clinically relevant applications. Her early work established foundational knowledge about face sensorimotor cortex organization, while more recent publications translate these findings into practical clinical guidance, culminating in her 2025 paper specifically addressing what general dentists should know about neuroplastic prosthodontics.
Dr. Avivi-Arber maintains a significant collaborative relationship with Professor Barry J. Sessle and has contributed to international consensus efforts such as the Vancouver IADR Consensus Symposium. Her research has been published in leading journals including the Journal of Dental Research, Journal of Oral Rehabilitation, and International Journal of Prosthodontics.
Her work represents a paradigm shift in understanding dental rehabilitation through a neurological lens, with direct implications for improving patient outcomes in prosthodontic treatment.
