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Factor associated with geographic tongue. Clinical, immunological and microbiological aspects
(2016-11-30)Geographic tongue (GT) is a common oral mucosal lesion. Research conducted on this lesion has been limited, and the etiology remains to be clarified. The aim of this thesis was to elucidate clinical, immunological and ... -
Fluoride varnish programmes for adolescents at school – caries, conceptions and costs
(2016-02-26)The overall aim of this thesis was to study the effects on caries, conceptions and costs of school-based fluoride varnish programmes for adolescents in Sweden. Paper I was a 3.5-year randomised controlled study of 1,143 ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
Functional characteristics of periodontitis and peri-implantitis lesions in humans
(2023-11-14)In the current series of studies functional characteristics of periodontitis and peri-implantitis lesions in humans were investigated. Cell markers for antimicrobial activity were used to evaluate differences between ... -
Gene Polymorphisms and Related Cell Markers in Periodontitis Lesions
(2009-05-18)Inflammatory and immune reactions to microbial plaque are the predominant features of periodontitis. Epidemiological studies revealed that differences in periodontitis among individuals could not be explained by ... -
Genotypic and phenotypic characterization of Porphyromonas gingivalis in relation to virulence
(2007-05-23)The present thesis was designed to increase the knowledge on the role of pathogenic potential of Porphyromonas gingivalis as a putative periodontal pathogen. P. gingivalis was selected to be the model species for periodontal ... -
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; ... -
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, ... -
Identification of esters in carious dentine Staining and chemo-mechanical excavation
(2017-02-17)Dental caries is clinically seen as a yellowish-brown discoloration that can be explained by the reactions between proteins and sugars resulting in Maillard products. However, the discoloration of carious dentine is an ... -
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 ... -
Implant-supported restorative therapy in a Swedish population. Complications and cost evaluations
(2021-05-07)Replacing missing teeth through implant-supported restorative therapy is a common treatment procedure. While high survival rates have been reported, complications affecting the implant and/or the implant- supported ... -
Importance of bacterial hydrogen sulfide in the pathogenesis of periodontal diseases
(2017-09-27)Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) is one of many end-products of the proteolytic activities in the subgingival microbiota in patients with periodontal diseases, such as gingivitis and periodontitis. Although H2S is generally regarded ... -
In vivo and in vitro studies of polyetheretherketone: bone formation, inflammatory response and biofilm formation
(2019-03-22)In prosthetic dentistry, restorative materials are used to replace missing teeth and tissues, so as to maintain oral functionalities and comfort for the patient. Depending on the clinical problem, metals, ceramics or ... -
Individual prediction of treatment outcome in patients with temporomandibular disorders. A quality improvement model.
(2007-05-23)The general aim of this thesis was to create and evaluate a quality improvement model for prediction of treatment outcome in patients diagnosed with Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD) of either Muscle or Mainly TMJ ... -
Influences of Statistical Analyses on Result Presentations of Oral Implant Treatment
(2007-05-23)Abstract Evaluation of oral implants involves at least three major components: statistical methods, study design and success criteria. The aims of the current thesis were to investigate how different statistical methods ... -
Influencing factors of orthodontic tooth movement and root resorption, and evaluation of its radiographic diagnostic means
(2018-11-05)Aims: To investigate whether patient- or tooth-related factors like jaw location or intra- and interarch obstacles influence the amount of orthodontic tooth movement and orthodontically induced root resorption, and to ... -
Insulin-coated titanium implants - a potential therapy for local bone regeneration
(2017-05-12)Background: Insulin is a hormone that regulates glucose metabolism, however, it is also important for bone formation. The anabolic effect of insulin on bone could open up alternative therapies when it comes to local bone ... -
Interceptive Treatment Of Palatally Displaced Canines Studies of treatment effect and patients’ perception and methodological evaluation of 3D measurements of CBCT
(2014-10-21)Background: In 2 % of the Swedish population the canine fails to erupt and in 85 % of the cases the canine is palatally displaced. The most common interceptive treatment of palatally displaced canines (PDCs) is extraction ... -
Intra-familial Cariological Studies on a Saudi Population
(2013-04-24)Objectives: The aims of this thesis were to: 1) describe the caries experience and caries-related factors in mothers and their preschool and school children, 2) correlate quantified supragingival plaque bacteria between ...