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Michael Paterson serves as an Honorary Clinical Lecturer at the Dental School of the University of Glasgow, specializing in periodontal research and clinical dentistry. His academic work focuses on advancing periodontal treatment methodologies through rigorous clinical investigation.
Dr. Paterson's research centers on the intersection of oral microbiology and clinical periodontics, with particular emphasis on biofilm composition analysis, periodontal instrumentation techniques, and the systemic immunological responses to dental treatments. His investigations into subgingival plaque microbiomes have revealed critical connections between oral health and systemic immunity, particularly regarding citrullinated proteins and inflammatory markers.
His publication record demonstrates consistent research productivity between 2020-2023, with studies appearing in high-impact dental journals including the Journal of Periodontology and Journal of Clinical Periodontology. The research portfolio shows a clear trajectory toward understanding both the clinical efficacy and economic implications of different periodontal treatment approaches.
Dr. Paterson maintains active research collaborations with prominent dental researchers including William Johnston, Shauna Culshaw, and Andrea Sherriff, indicating strong integration within the University of Glasgow's dental research community. His work frequently employs randomized controlled trial methodologies to compare traditional hand instrumentation against ultrasonic techniques in periodontal therapy.
