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
New Chief Financial Officer at NIOM
We are pleased to announce that Erik Farbrot has started as NIOM’s new CFO. Farbrot is a graduate from Handelshøyskolen BI and the Norwegian Armed Forces Military Academy (KS)….
Webinar about Endodontic treatment
Curious about NIOMs program for visiting scientists? Listen to our new webinar and hear about the experiences of two former guest researchers.
New Managing Director at NIOM
Professor Per Vult von Steyern, 62, from Malmö, has commenced as Managing Director of NIOM, as of May 1. Professor Vult von Steyern is Doctor of Odontology and former chair of the ….
NEWSLETTERS
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.
Not yet sufficient use of MID in France
A recent study indicated that a significant proportion of French GDPs do not yet make sufficient use of repair when it comes to defective restoration.
Snus and pregnancy – a risky connection
Swedish smokeless tobacco, also known as “snus” is popular in the Nordic countries. It is not without risk, however, and during pregnancy the risks are worth knowing.
NEWSLETTERS
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.
Not yet sufficient use of MID in France
A recent study indicated that a significant proportion of French GDPs do not yet make sufficient use of repair when it comes to defective restoration.
Snus and pregnancy – a risky connection
Swedish smokeless tobacco, also known as “snus” is popular in the Nordic countries. It is not without risk, however, and during pregnancy the risks are worth knowing.
PUBLICATIONS
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.
Investigation of biological effects of HEMA in 3D-organotypic co-culture models of normal and malignant oral keratinocytes
Several in vitro studies utilizing 2-dimensional (2D) cell culture systems have linked 2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate (HEMA) with cytotoxic effects in oral mucosa and dental pulp cells. Although such studies are...
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.