Department of Clinical Dentistry
Recent Submissions
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Toxic and essential trace elements in human primary teeth: A baseline study within The MoBaTooth Biobank and The Norwegian Mother, Father and Child Cohort Study (MoBa)
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2023)The Norwegian Mother, Father and Child Cohort Study (MoBa) includes a nation-wide collection of deciduous teeth located in the MoBaTooth biobank. The aim of the present study is to create a baseline for early-life metal ... -
Translation of Biophysical Environment in Bone into Dynamic Cell Culture under Flow for Bone Tissue Engineering
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2023)Bone is a dynamic environment where osteocytes, osteoblasts, and mesenchymal stem/progenitor cells perceive mechanical cues and regulate bone metabolism accordingly. In particular, interstitial fluid flow in bone and bone ... -
Primary intraosseous carcinoma arising in a dentigerous cyst: A case report
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2023)Dentigerous cysts are among the most common cysts of the jaw. They are attached to the crown of an unerupted tooth, most frequently third molars and maxillary canines. They are often asymptomatic and may therefore be ... -
3D dynamic culture of mesenchymal stem cells under fluid flow : Implications for bone regeneration
(Doctoral thesis, 2023-10-06)Skjebnen og veksten til mesenkymale stamceller (MSC) kan påvirkes av biologiske stimuli. I benvev regnes skjærspenning fra væske forårsaket av interstitiell væskestrøm som den primære mekaniske stimulien på celleplan, som ... -
In-Silico Prediction of Mechanical Behaviour of Uniform Gyroid Scaffolds Affected by Its Design Parameters for Bone Tissue Engineering Applications
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2023)Due to their excellent properties, triply periodic minimal surfaces (TPMS) have been applied to design scaffolds for bone tissue engineering applications. Predicting the mechanical response of bone scaffolds in different ... -
Impact of a staggered scaffold structure on the mechanical properties and cell response in bone tissue engineering
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2023)The primary goal of bone tissue engineering is to fabricate scaffolds that can provide a microenvironment similar to that of natural bone. Therefore, various scaffolds have been designed to replicate the bone structure. ... -
Xeno-free 3D Culture of Mesenchymal Stromal Cells For Bone Tissue Engineering
(Doctoral thesis, 2020)Clinical translation of innovative regenerative approaches using mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) is urgently needed for the treatment of challenging bone defects. The overall aim of this thesis, comprising of one systematic ... -
Risk indicators for oral ulcers among people living with HIV during the first wave of the pandemic: A cross-sectional study
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2023-08-27)Background: Little is currently known about HIV-related parameters that may increase the risk for oral ulcers during the COVID-19 pandemic. This study aimed to overcome this gap in research by assessing the associations ... -
Periodontitis in obese adults with and without metabolic syndrome: a cross-sectional study
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2023)Background Epidemiological studies support an association between obesity, metabolic syndrome (MetS), and periodontitis. Still, understanding of the effects of low-grade inflammation in obese subjects on periodontitis and ... -
Biological markers and cognitive function in painful temporomandibular disorder
(Doctoral thesis, 2023-09-01)Bakgrunn og mål: Smertefull temporomandibulær lidelse (pTMD) er preget av smerte og dysfunksjon i tyggeapparatet og kjeveleddet. Det overordnede målet med denne avhandlingen var å karakterisere en pasientgruppe med ... -
Neurocognitive Functioning in Patients with Painful Temporomandibular Disorders
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2023)Aim: To investigate psychosocial factors in painful TMD (pTMD) which could have consequences for mastering chronic pain. Methods: Our study included 22 patients (20 women, 2 men) with pTMD, refractory to conservative ... -
Temporomandibular Disorders Related to Stress and HPA-Axis Regulation
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2018)Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) are characterized by pain and dysfunction in the masticatory apparatus and the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). Previous trauma, stress symptoms, psychosocial impairment, and catastrophizing ... -
Exploring factors influencing nurses’ attitudes towards their role in dental care
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2023)Background The burden of oral disease requires collaboration between health care professionals. Nurses are frequently exposed to patients and can play a vital role in prevention of oral diseases. This study aimed to ... -
Utvikling av forekomsten av oral helserelatert livskvalitet blant voksne i Norge i tidsrommet 2004-2018
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2023)Kunnskap om oral helserelatert livskvalitet har betydning for planlegging av tannhelsetjenester. Denne studien hadde til hensikt å undersøke om forekomst av redusert oral helserelatert livskvalitet blant voksne i Norge ... -
Peripheral odontogenic keratocyst causing bone resorption: Report of two cases
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2023)Two cases of peripheral odontogenic keratocyst (POKC) of the gingiva presenting as asymptomatic nodules are described. The exceptional finding of cystic radiolucency in POKCs was observed on dental radiography in one case, ... -
Role of SNAREs and Rabs in Myelin Regulation
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2023-06-05)The myelin sheath is an insulating layer around the nerves of the brain and spinal cord which allows a fast and efficient nerve conduction. Myelin is made of protein and fatty substances and gives protection for the ... -
Assessing association of dental caries with child oral impact on daily performance; a cross-sectional study of adolescents in Copperbelt province, Zambia
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2023-05-18)Background: Dental caries and child oral impact on daily performance (C-OIDP) have been linked in several studies. However, the studies used caries indices, which limit the ability to examine how C-OIDP prevalence varies ... -
Xerostomia in 75–85-year-olds: A longitudinal population study
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2023)Background: Xerostomia can pose significant problems for many elderly people. Objectives: To investigate longitudinal changes in prevalence, persistence, progression, remission and incidence of xerostomia from age 75 ... -
Functionalizing Collagen Membranes with MSC-Conditioned Media Promotes Guided Bone Regeneration in Rat Calvarial Defects
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2023-02-28)Functionalizing biomaterials with conditioned media (CM) from mesenchymal stromal cells (MSC) is a promising strategy for enhancing the outcomes of guided bone regeneration (GBR). This study aimed to evaluate the bone ... -
Impact of Case Difficulty, Endodontic Mishaps, and Instrumentation Method on Endodontic Treatment Outcome and Quality of Life: A Four-Year Follow-up Study
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2023)Introduction: Root canal treatment (RCT) is often considered a difficult procedure for both the patient and treatment provider. The American Association of Endodontists case difficulty assessment form categorizes cases as ...