Institute of Odontology / Institutionen för odontologi: Recent submissions
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Functional appliance treatment and stability in Class II/1 malocclusion, and masticatory muscle characteristics
(2012-05-07)Aims: To evaluate the short-term antero-posterior effects on Class II division 1 malocclusion in growing children using functional appliances, and investigate whether the functional capacity of the masticatory musculature ... -
Studies on the Associations between Dental Caries, Periodontal Disease and Different Systemic Conditions
(2012-04-19)Background and aims: Dental caries and periodontal disease are the two most common oral diseases in man. Evidence shows that they may be directly or indirectly related to each other and to other systemic conditions. The ... -
Preterm Infants - Odontological Aspects
(2012-04-17)ABSTRACT Preterm birth is associated with medical complications and treatments postnatally and disturbances in growth and development. Primary and permanent teeth develop during this postnatal period. The overall aim ... -
Enamel of primary teeth - morphological and chemical aspects
(2012-02-10)Enamel is one of the most important structures of the tooth, both from a functional and esthetic point of view. Primary enamel carries registered information regarding metabolic and physiological events that occurred during ... -
Molar Incisor Hypomineralization
(2011-11-18)Overall aim: The general objective of this thesis was to enhance the understanding of Molar Incisor Hypomineralization (MIH) in areas of the histological, chemical and mechanical properties of the hypomineralized enamel, ... -
Cone Beam Computed Tomography in Evaluations of Some Side Effects of Orthodontic Treatment
(2011-11-18)In the late 1990s a new imaging modality, Cone Beam CT (CBCT) that enables high quality three-dimensional imaging at lower doses than Computed Tomography (CT), was introduced in dento-maxillofacial imaging. In 2005 the ... -
On tooth movements and associated tissue alterations related to edentulous areas and bone defects
(2011-09-12)The aim of the thesis was to study orthodontic tooth movement in relation to edentulous areas and infrabony pockets as well as the physiological movement of teeth facing an edentulous area. A dog model was used in Studies ... -
Cariological and Salivary Studies in 70-Year-Old Cohorts
(2011-05-27)Life expectancy after 65 years of age has increased markedly during the last decades, and is still increasing. The purpose of this thesis was to describe differences in dental health between 70- year-olds born in different ... -
Immunomodulatory Properties of 2-Hydroxyethyl Methacrylate
(2011-05-27)Immunomodulatory Properties of 2-Hydroxyethyl Methacrylate Jennie Andersson Department of Oral Microbiology and Immunology, Institute of Odontology, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg Professionals ... -
High-fluoride Toothpaste (5000 ppm) in Caries Prevention
(2011-04-29)Abstract High-fluoride Toothpaste (5000 ppm) in Caries Prevention Anna Nordström, Department of Cariology, Institute of Odontology, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Box 450, SE-405 30 Göteborg, ... -
Progression and treatment of experimental peri-implantitis
(2011-04-21)Peri-implantitis is characterized by inflammatory lesions in peri-implant tissues and loss of supporting bone. The aims of the present series of studies were to analyze (i) spontaneous progression and (ii) the effect of ... -
The Apert and Crouzon syndromes: General and dental aspects
(2011-04-21)Background: Craniofacial malformations, as seen in Apert and Crouzon syndromes, may have an immense impact not only on function and esthetics, but also on the psychosocial well-being of the person affected. Aims: To provide ... -
Cariological Studies on Endodontically Treated Teeth
(2011-04-05)Caries might jeopardize the long-term successful outcome of endodontic therapy. Therefore, it is of an interest for the endodontist to evaluate caries susceptibility of root-filled teeth (RFT). In the present thesis, several ... -
Cone Beam Computed Tomography - radiation dose and image quality assessments
(2011-01-04)Diagnostic radiology has undergone profound changes in the last 30 years. New technologies are available to the dental field, cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) as one of the most important. CBCT is a catch-all term ... -
Pattern and amount of change of upper front teeth after retention with a bonded retainer : Follow-up one to seven years postretention
(2010-12-17)Objectives: To investigate the amount and pattern of relapse of maxillary front teeth previously retained with a bonded retainer for two to four years. Which teeth are more prone to relapse? Is there any difference in ... -
On Oral Health in Young People with Asthma
(2010-11-26)On Oral Health in Young People with Asthma Malin Stensson, Department of Cariology, Institute of Odontology, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Box 450, SE-405 30 Gothenburg, Sweden. Email: malin.stensson@hh ... -
Harm and harm reduction in smokeless tobacco users. An in vitro and clinical study.
(2010-11-17)Background: This thesis describes the effects of smokeless tobacco (ST) and its derivatives on the oral mucosa; the development of, and results of applying a cessation program for snuff users with long and extensive exposure; ... -
Functional analysis of the -1087 single nucleotide polymorphism in the IL-10 promoter region.
(2010-11-15)Interleukin (IL) 10 is recognized as a pro-inflammatory cytokine that promotes B cell proliferation. The objectives of the present series of studies were to analyze (i) differences in transcription factor binding to the ... -
Subjective and objective aspects on living with a cleft. A study focused on the isolated cleft palate and the total bilateral cleft lip and palate.
(2010-10-08)Aims: To gain a deeper understanding of the social life aspects in individuals treated for isolated cleft palate (iCP) or total bilateral cleft lip and palate (BCLP). Furthermore, to study risks of having other birth defects ... -
On Caries Risk Profiles Using Cariogram and Caries Prevention with Fluoridated Toothpaste in Orthodontic Patients
(2010-09-28)Objective. The aims of this thesis were to: 1) analyse caries-related factors shortly after orthodontic treatment, 2) demonstrate the usefulness of the Cariogram by presenting orthodontic patients with different caries-risk ...