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Satisfaction with oral health and associated factors in Sweden and Norway – cross-sectional and longitudinal perspectives
(Doctoral thesis, 2010-12-10)Background: Oral health is defined as a broader concept than oral disease, concerning individuals’ optimal functioning, social and psychological wellbeing. Thus, oral disease affects oral health by its functional, psychological ... -
Scaffold-Based Temporomandibular Joint Cartilage Regeneration : Using Bone Marrow-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells
(Doctoral thesis, 2020-11-27)Reconstruction of lost or damaged cartilaginous structures of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) presents a clinical challenge and current treatment options are limited. The potential for repair is poor, because cartilage ... -
Scandinavian systems monitoring the oral health in children and adolescents; an evaluation of their quality and utility in the light of modern perspectives of caries management
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2014-04-30)Background: Recording reliable oral health data is a challenge. The aims were a) to outline different Scandinavian systems of oral health monitoring, b) to evaluate the quality and utility of the collected data in the light ... -
Self-perceived oral health among 19-year-olds in two Swedish counties
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2008)The primary purpose of the present study, which focused on a census of 19-yearolds (2006) attending dental clinics in two Swedish counties, was to describe the frequency distribution of clinically- and self-perceived oral ... -
Self-reported dry mouth in 50- to 80-year-old Swedes: Longitudinal and cross-sectional population studies
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2019-08-23)Xerostomia is a common condition among elderly. The objectives were to examine prevalence, persistence, progression, yearly incidence of xerostomia, associated background factors and its influence on oral impacts on daily ... -
Serum analysis in patients with temporomandibular disorders: a controlled cross-sectional study in Norway
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2019-10-07)Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) is characterized by pain and dysfunction in the temporomandibular join (TMJ) and the masticatory apparatus. Associations with autoimmune diseases, inflammatory conditions, and nutrition ... -
Simulation of clinical fractures for three different all-ceramic crowns
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2014-04-04)Comparison of fracture strength and fracture modes of different all-ceramic crown systems is not straightforward. Established methods for reliable testing of all-ceramic crowns are not currently available. Published in-vitro ... -
Site-specific treatment outcome in smokers following 12 months of supportive periodontal therapy
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2016-12)Aim: To evaluate the effect of cigarette smoking on periodontal health at patient, tooth, and site levels following supportive therapy. Materials and Methods: Eighty chronic periodontitis patients, 40 smokers and 40 ... -
Sjögrens syndrom - diagnostikk og betydning for oral helse. Litteraturstudie og kasuistikk
(Master thesis, 2014-01-27)Introduction: Sjögren’s syndrome (SS) is an autoimmune disease that attacks exocrine glands. It is characterized by chronic inflammatory reactions in the tear- and saliva glands, leading to lowered liquid production in ... -
Sleep bruxism in individuals with and without attrition-type tooth wear: An exploratory matched case-control electromyographic study
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2015-12)OBJECTIVES: To examine if there is a difference in possible sleep bruxism activity (SB) in subjects with or without attrition-type tooth wear. METHODS: Sixteen individuals with pronounced attritional-type tooth wear were ... -
Socio-demographic and behavioural correlates of oral hygiene status and oral health related quality of life, the Limpopo - Arusha school health project (LASH): A cross-sectional study
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2010-11-30)Background Promoting oral health of adolescents is important for improvement of oral health globally. This study used baseline-data from LASH-project targeting secondary students to; 1) assess frequency of poor oral hygiene ... -
Socio-demographic factors related to periodontal status and tooth loss of pregnant women in Mbale district, Uganda
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2009-07-18)Background: Information on the socio-behavioral distribution of periodontal status and tooth loss in pregnancy emanating from sub Saharan Africa is sparse. This study examined periodontal status and tooth loss in pregnant ... -
Sprøyteskrekk blant barn og unge mellom 11-15 år
(Master thesis, 2010-02-01)English summary The aims of this pilot study were to assess the prevalence of fear of injections among 12-16 year olds, to estimate possible related conditions such as anxiety and lack of motivation for dental treatment, ... -
Strålefare hos tannlegen, frem til idag
(Master thesis, 2010-01-28)Based on the literature we have surveyed, and correspondence with key individuals in the scientific community, it is possible to draw some conclusions. Use of dental X-rays have minimal harmful effect when the current ... -
Studies of α11β1 integrin in the mouse and human periodontal ligament
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A Study on Oral Palliative Care : An exploratory study
(Doctoral thesis, 2019-10-04)Objective: Xerostomia is a substantial problem for a majority of patients in palliative care. Guidelines that exist for palliative care are mainly based on tradition and longtime experience. Scientific evidence is sparse. ... -
Subgingival microbial profiles of Sudanese patients with aggressive periodontitis
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2014-12-09)Background and Objective: Aggressive periodontitis (AgP) is prevalent and shows a rapid course in African individuals. Although a strong focus has been placed on Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans, new methods support ... -
Subjective health complaints, functional ability, fear avoidance beliefs, and days on sickness benefits after work rehabilitation – a mediation model
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2016-05-23)Background: Long-term sick leave and withdrawal from working life is a concern in western countries. In Norway, comprehensive inpatient work rehabilitation may be offered to sick listed individuals at risk of long-term ... -
Sugar snack consumption, caries experience and dental pain : surveys of 3-5- and 10-14-year old children in Uganda
(Doctoral thesis, 2006-06-09)