Lu Gao

Lu Gao is a Postdoctoral Scholar – Researcher at the Center for Craniofacial Molecular Biology, part of the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry at the University of Southern California. Their research focuses on craniofacial development, oral microbiology, and machine learning applications in dental imaging.

Education:

• B.S. in Stomatology, Peking University School of Stomatology (2017)
• M.D. in Stomatology, Peking University School of Stomatology (2020)

Lu Gao's work bridges dentistry and computational analysis, particularly in midpalatal suture characterization using cone-beam CT. They also investigate oral health challenges in children with autism spectrum disorder and explore systemic connections of oral microbiomes. Their publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches integrating clinical dentistry with advanced imaging and algorithmic techniques.

Selected publications demonstrate expertise in craniofacial growth analysis, dental age assessment, and microbiome research. Notable contributions include studies on midpalatal suture maturation stages and their correlation with cervical vertebral development, as well as systematic reviews on autism-related oral care.