HYUNSOOK BAE, Namseoul University , South Korea
Dr. HyunSook Bae is a distinguished professor in the Department of Dental Hygiene at Namseoul University, South Korea. With over two decades of academic and research experience, she has made significant contributions to oral health and developmental biology. She previously served as Vice President of both the Korean Dental Hygienists Association and the Korean Society of Dental Hygiene Science. As the Planning Director of the Korean Division of the International Association for Dental Research, she plays a key role in advancing dental research. Dr. Bae’s work focuses on dentin regeneration, oral microbiome alterations, and periodontal disease biomarkers. She has led multiple research projects, including those funded by the National Research Foundation of Korea. Through her leadership and scientific expertise, she continues to drive innovation in dental science, making notable impacts on both academia and clinical dentistry.
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Education
- 🦷 PhD in Dentistry (Oral Developmental Biology) – Chosun University College of Dentistry, South Korea (Graduated: 2005)
- 📚 Master of Literature (Medical Welfare) – Kyung Hee University Graduate School, South Korea (1997–2000)
Dr. HyunSook Bae’s academic journey is marked by an in-depth focus on dentistry and medical welfare. Her doctoral research at Chosun University emphasized oral developmental biology, particularly in dentin regeneration and biomaterials. During her master’s studies at Kyung Hee University, she explored medical welfare, which provided her with a broader perspective on healthcare policies and dental hygiene. This strong foundation has enabled her to integrate clinical research with public health initiatives, shaping her approach to dental education and scientific innovation.
Experience
- 👩🏫 Assistant Professor – Department of Dental Hygiene, Chonnam Science University (1999–2005)
- 👩🔬 Professor – Department of Dental Hygiene, Namseoul University (2005–Present)
- 🦷 Vice President – Korean Dental Hygienists Association (2009–2015)
- 🔬 Vice President – Korean Society of Dental Hygiene Science (2007–2017)
- 📊 Planning Director – Korean Division of the International Association for Dental Research (2019–2024)
Dr. Bae has held key leadership roles in dental education and research. She began as an Assistant Professor at Chonnam Science University, before advancing to her current role at Namseoul University. Her leadership positions in national dental associations reflect her commitment to policy-making, professional development, and research collaborations.
Awards And Honors
- 🏅 Recognized for Outstanding Contributions to Dental Hygiene Education – Korean Dental Association
- 📜 NRF Research Grant Awardee – National Research Foundation of Korea (2022)
- 🏆 Best Research Paper Award – Korean Journal of Oral Anatomy (2023)
- 🌟 Excellence in Dental Research Award – International Association for Dental Research (2024)
Dr. Bae has been honored for her contributions to dental hygiene education and research. She has received prestigious awards recognizing her pioneering work in dentin regeneration and oral microbiology. Her research funding from the NRF underscores her credibility in leading impactful studies in the field of dentistry.
Research Focus
Dr. HyunSook Bae’s research primarily revolves around dentin regeneration, oral microbiome dynamics, periodontal disease biomarkers, and scaling interventions. She has explored the molecular mechanisms of dentin repair, focusing on the role of Midkine and CPNE7 proteins in odontoblast differentiation. Her studies on the oral microbiome investigate how probiotics and dental treatments influence bacterial communities, offering insights into periodontal disease management. She is actively engaged in biomarker discovery for dental conditions, assessing the potential of amelogenin and other proteins in evaluating periodontal health. Her NRF-funded projects further extend her expertise into molecular signaling pathways affecting bone and dental tissue formation. With a strong commitment to clinical translation, Dr. Bae’s research continues to enhance our understanding of dental tissue engineering and disease prevention.
Publications
1️⃣ 🦷 The Regeneration of Dentin and Its Clinical Applications – Journal of the Korean Dental Association, 2000
2️⃣ 🧬 Midkine Promotes Odontoblast-like Differentiation and Tertiary Dentin Formation – Journal of Dental Research, 2020
3️⃣ 🔬 Expression of CPNE7 during Mouse Dentinogenesis – Journal of Molecular Histology, 2019
4️⃣ 🧑⚕️ Hysens Bio Project – Dentin Hypersensitivity (2018–2021)
5️⃣ 📊 Conducting a Research Project Funded by NRF Korea (2022)
6️⃣ 🦷 The Effect of Scaling on the Expression of Amelogenin in the Gingival Sulcus – Korean Journal of Oral Anatomy, 2023
7️⃣ 🔬 Usefulness of Odontogenic Ameloblast-Associated Protein as a Biomarker for Periodontal Disease – Journal of Korean Academy of Oral Health, 2024
8️⃣ 🦠 Alterations in Oral Microbiome after Consumption of Probiotics – Korean Journal of Oral Anatomy, 2024
9️⃣ 🧪 Nuclear Factor I-C Regulates Intramembranous Bone Formation via FGF Signaling – Journal of Molecular Histology, 2025