Yiming Li

Yiming Li is a Professor in the Department of Restorative Dentistry at the School of Dentistry, Loma Linda University. He holds a DDS, MSD, and PhD from Indiana University – Bloomington and has maintained a sustained research career since 1987, with over 124 research outputs including articles, reviews, book chapters, and conference contributions.

• PhD, Indiana University – Bloomington (1986)
• MSD, Indiana University – Bloomington (1983)
• DDS, Indiana University – Bloomington (1976)

His research focuses on prosthodontics, restorative dentistry, dental materials, implant dentistry, tooth whitening safety, and infection control in dental environments. He has extensively studied the biocompatibility and clinical safety of dental products, particularly peroxides used in whitening agents, and the physical properties of novel dental composites. His work also addresses practical clinical challenges such as aerosol generation and microbial contamination in dental clinics.

The most recent publications highlight advancements in dynamic navigation for implant placement, development of low-shrinkage antimicrobial composites, and assessment of aerosol distribution and air quality in large clinical settings. These works reflect a strong trend toward improving clinical precision, material durability, and patient safety in restorative dental practice.

While no formal awards are listed in the provided text, Dr. Li’s consistent scholarly output and inclusion in peer-reviewed journals such as the Journal of Oral Implantology and American Journal of Dentistry underscore his active academic and research engagement.

Dr. Li has collaborated on research involving clinical trials, material development, and environmental assessments, indicating participation in multidisciplinary teams focused on evidence-based dentistry. Although specific details about students, grants, or laboratory facilities are not provided, his co-authorship on applied research suggests involvement in translational and clinically oriented projects.