Doktorsavhandlingar / Doctoral Theses - OF (OFA): Recent submissions
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Studies on three matrix molecules in bone and dentin
(Institutionen för odontologi / Department of Odontology, 2003-11-14)The biomineralization of bone and dentin is a complex and dynamic process, involving the formation of an organic framework in which mineral crystals are deposited. The noncollagenous proteins (NCPs) of the organic phase ... -
Exploring the boundaries of caries detection : two advanced methods evaluated
(Institutionen för odontologi / Department of Odontology, 2010-08-27)Background: Caries detection methods require thorough validation. This should include studies which clarify what characteristics of the caries lesions are being measured, the limitations of the method and comparison of ... -
Oral health in patients with chronic kidney disease
(Institutionen för odontologi / Department of Odontology, 2009-11-13)Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a complex disorder in which active intervention leads to longer survival expectancy. Oral diseases are complex disorders caused mainly by bacterial, fungal, or viral infections, where primary ... -
Tobacco smoking, vascular reaction and neutrophil activity in periodontal health and disease
(Institutionen för odontologi / Department of Odontology, 2003-01-03)Tobacco smoking has considerable negative effects on periodontal health. The mechanisms behind these effects may be related to the inflammatory response. In this thesis, the main aim was to study the influence of ... -
Local and systemic inflammatory mediators and their relation to pressure-pain threshold and pain of the temporomandibular joint
(Institutionen för odontologi / Department of Odontology, 2006-11-17)The first aim of this investigation was to investigate the validity of TMJ pressure-pain threshold for assessment of pain conditions of inflammatory nature in the TMJ. Pressure-pain threshold was recorded from the palpable ... -
The serotonin receptor type 3 in chronic and experimental human muscle pain
(Institutionen för odontologi / Department of Odontology, 2010-05-14)The main aim of this thesis was to gain a better understanding of the influence of serotonin on chronic craniofacial muscle pain. The thesis comprised a basic science part and a human experimental part. The aim for the ... -
Tobacco smoking and vertical periodontal bone loss
(Institutionen för odontologi / Department of Odontology, 2005-05-18)Cigarette smoking is associated with increased prevalence and severity of destructive periodontal disease in terms of periodontal pocketing, periodontal bone loss, and tooth loss. The smoking destructive effect on periodontal ... -
Anxiety, exhaustion and depression in relation to periodontal diseases
(Institutionen för odontologi / Department of Odontology, 2006-03-10)Periodontal diseases (gingivitis and periodontitis), are inflammatory processes of the gingiva and supporting structures of the teeth induced by a microbial biofilm. In periodontitis this inflammatory process causes tissue ... -
On the fate of triclosan in humans
(Institutionen för odontologi / Department of Odontology, 2009-05-22)Triclosan is a chlorinated organic compound which, due to its antibacterial properties in vitro, has found widespread use in a variety of products such as textiles, plastics and healthcare products. Humans are directly and ... -
Tobacco smoking and periodontal health in a Saudi Arabian population
(Institutionen för odontologi / Department of Odontology, 2005-09-23)Background & Aim: Tobacco smoking exerts a harmful effect on the periodontal tissues manifested by periodontal pockets, attachment loss and periodontal bone loss. Current evidences on the effects of tobacco on periodontal ... -
Osteoarthritis in temporomandibular joint internal derangement
(Institutionen för odontologi / Department of Odontology, 2004-03-12)Internal derangement of the temporomandibular joint is the most common diagnosis leading to joint surgery. Two variants of internal derangement exist, painful clicking and chronic closed lock. Painful clicking is characterized ... -
Rheumatoid arthritis as a modifier of periodontitis
(Institutionen för odontologi / Department of Odontology, 2007-01-19)Periodontitis is a chronic tissue-destructive condition in which the tooth-supporting collagen fibers of ligament and bone are broken down mainly by the host s overreactive immune inflammatory response. The relation between ... -
The diverse role of laminin isoforms in neuronal cells, human mast cells and blood platelets
(Institutionen för odontologi / Department of Odontology, 2007-02-02)The close interaction of cells with other cells and with extracellular matrix (ECM) components is a prerequisite in a number of biological activities. During development of the nervous system, axons often navigate a ... -
The effect of therapeutic and Nd:YAG laser as an adjunct treatment modality in periodontal therapy
(Institutionen för odontologi / Department of Odontology, 2010-09-03)Laser irradiation has been proposed as an adjunct to conventional scaling and root planing in the treatment of periodontitis. However, the reported outcomes of studies to date are contradictory and the literature ... -
Oral health and behavior in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
(Institutionen för odontologi / Department of Odontology, 2007-04-20)Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common developmental disorder and has a substantial impact on many situations in the child s daily life. The present thesis investigates the behavior of children with ADHD ... -
Oral health among a group of homeless individuals from dental professional's and patient's perspective
(Institutionen för odontologi / Department of Odontology, 2007-02-09)The homeless are a vulnerable group in society. They are frail, in poor general health and tend to have difficulty expressing expectations and needs. While poor oral health is clearly an added burden for people who struggle ...