Welcome to NIOM
NIOM works to ensure that dental biomaterials are safe and effective. We undertake research, participate in standardisation and provide clinically relevant advice to the dental health services and health authorities in the Nordic countries.
NIOM offers research-based consultancy and accredited testing according to international standards. Our independant test laboratory delivers accurate and independant data accepted for third-party evaluations of dental materials and instruments.
NEWS
NIOM presenting at the Swedish National Dental Convention and Swedental 2023 this week
NIOM joins the Swedish National Dental Convention and Swedental this week.
NIOM attending The Finnish Dental Congress and Exhibition
Meet NIOM’s team at The Finnish Dental Congress and Exhibition next week. The event takes place from 9 – 11 November 2023 and is the largest event for professionals in the field of dentistry in Finland.
NIOM joins the National Convention and Nordental 2023
Next week, NIOM, will be present at the National Convention and Nordental 2023 hosted by The Norwegian Dental Association (NDA) and Nordental at Nova Spektrum, Lillestrøm.
NEWSLETTERS
Weakening of direct dental restorative materials
Wear is an irreversible process affecting both teeth and dental restorations. A recent laboratory study reported on deterioration of a composite resin (Filtek Z250®), a glass ionomer cement (Fuji IX GP®), and a glass hybrid (Equia Forte®) under different types of wear.
Research improves the clinical relevance of in vitro biocompatibility tests
The biocompatibility of resin-based dental biomaterials has been studied widely, mainly by laboratory studies (in vitro). In a newly published paper, Samuelsen and Dahl overview available data and describe how the research strategy is changing to yield more clinically relevant knowledge.
Study show snus causes gingival retraction and lesions
Most of the adolescents in a Norwegian cross-sectional study had snus induced lesions, and one fifth had gingival retractions. The severity increased with the amount of snus boxes used and the duration of the snus use, respectively.
NEWSLETTERS
Weakening of direct dental restorative materials
Wear is an irreversible process affecting both teeth and dental restorations. A recent laboratory study reported on deterioration of a composite resin (Filtek Z250®), a glass ionomer cement (Fuji IX GP®), and a glass hybrid (Equia Forte®) under different types of wear.
Research improves the clinical relevance of in vitro biocompatibility tests
The biocompatibility of resin-based dental biomaterials has been studied widely, mainly by laboratory studies (in vitro). In a newly published paper, Samuelsen and Dahl overview available data and describe how the research strategy is changing to yield more clinically relevant knowledge.
Study show snus causes gingival retraction and lesions
Most of the adolescents in a Norwegian cross-sectional study had snus induced lesions, and one fifth had gingival retractions. The severity increased with the amount of snus boxes used and the duration of the snus use, respectively.
PUBLICATIONS
Repair bond strength of bulk-fill composites: influence of different primers and direction of debonding stress
The purpose of this in vitro study was to evaluate the effect of different adhesion primers on the repair bond strength of bulk-fill resin composite and short-term hydrolytic stability of the repair interface before and after accelerated aging. In addition, direction of debonding stress was examined…
Functional and aesthetical properties of single dental crowns.
The aims of the study were to investigate functional and aesthetic properties, the composition of the alloy, and the content of hazardous elements of single dental crowns with metal skeleton and fired porcelain. Epoxy models made from full mouth impressions taken of a...
Implantoplasty and the risk of fracture of narrow implants with advanced bone loss: A laboratory study
In this study, the aim is to assess the impact of implantoplasty (IP) on maximum implant failure strength of narrow diameter implants of different type/design and material, with simulated advanced bone loss.
NIOM TESTED
NIOM has established a programme for the quality evaluation of a number of dental products. The evaluation is based on testing of the products according to methods in relevant ISO and other standards, or according to other well-established and documented test methods. Products fulfilling the set requirements are granted permission to use the NIOM TESTED quality seal. The NIOM TESTED quality seal confirms that the product meets the requirements specified by NIOM.