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Dental status in elderly with and without dementia living in a nursing home: a pilot study
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2011-06)Several studies conducted in the latest decades in Norway have shown a remarkable decrease in the edentulous population. This along with the overall increase in the number of elderly presents tremendous challenges for the healthcare system in the future. Dementia is a condition that further complicates the oral health situation in the elderly population. In this pilot study we wanted to investigate ... -
Polymer based adhesives for tooth restorations : monomer leakage and degradation
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2010-06)Bonding materials are essential for modern restorative dentistry (i.e composite restorations and composite cements). Leakage from composite resin-based materials has been investigated and it is shown that 5-10 % of the residual monomers are released within the first seven days from the moment the restauration is made. Studies has also stated that monomer leakage can be a problem for patients and ... -
A comparison of the effect and contentment among patients receiving at-home bleaching with two different treatment approaches
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2010-06)ABSTRACT: Introduction: Some bleaching modalities include an activation process with the utilization of heat or light to enhance the effect of bleaching gel. Aim: To compare the effect of treatment and the contentment among patients having received bleaching therapy with two different approaches. Methods and Materials: Six men and six women ranging from 22 to 61 years of age were included and divided ... -
Classification of severe tooth discolorations and treatment options
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2011-06-09)In this literature study, a classification of severe discolorations and a summary over the options for different dental treatments have been described. Various causes of these severe discolorations are presented and how the mechanisms behind tooth discolorations affect the outcome of a treatment or treatment options. Finally, the aesthetic outcome of a possible bleaching treatment of the different ... -
Clinical performance of empress reconstructions in a university clinic: a retrospective study
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2011-06)Objective: To retrospectively evaluate empress crowns/onlays placed in patients treated by dentistry students at the University clinic in Tromsø. Material and methods: A total of 37 empress restorations placed in 26 patients were evaluated according to the California Dental Association´s (CDA) quality evaluation system. All of the reconstructions were luted with resin composite cement. The mean ... -
Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) in children and adolescents: prevalence, risk factors and diagnostics of TMD in children and adolescents.
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2011-06)Aims: The purpose of our study is to systematically review the literature concerning prevalence, risk factors and diagnostics of TMD in children and adolescents in order to find methods for early detection. Through our study we hope to direct dentists to an evidence-based approach concerning children and adolescents by making a screening guideline. Material and methods: Systematic search of the ... -
Modeling the theory of planned behavior for intention to improve oral health behaviors : the impact of attitudes, knowledge, and current behavior
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2011)The aim of this study was to test the efficiency of an extended model of the theory of planned behavior (TPB) in predicting intention to improve oral health behaviors. The participants in this cross-sectional study were 153 first-year medical students (mean age 20.16, 50 males and 103 females) who completed a questionnaire assessing intentions, attitudes, subjective norms, perceived behavioral ... -
Face and Neck Dermatitis from a Stainless Steel Orthodontic Appliance
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Association of Examination Rates with Children's National Caries Indices in Finland
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Oral Health Care Reform in Finland – aiming to reduce inequity in care provision
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2008-01-28)Background: In Finland, dental services are provided by a public (PDS) and a private sector. In the past, children, young adults and special needs groups were entitled to care and treatment from the public dental services (PDS). A major reform in 2001 – 2002 opened the PDS and extended subsidies for private dental services to all adults. It aimed to increase equity by improving adults' access to ... -
Pit and fissure sealants in dental public health – application criteria and general policy in Finland
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2009-02-04)Background: Pit and fissure sealants (sealants) are widely used as a non-operative preventive method in public dental health in Finland. Most children under 19 years of age attend the community-organized dental health services free of charge. The aims of this study were to find out to what extent sealants were applied, what the attitudes of dental professionals towards sealant application were, ...
