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 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 ….
Vacant positions as visiting scientist at NIOM during 2024
Vacant positions as visiting scientist at NIOM during 2024. Positions as visiting scientist in the field of dental and medical biomaterials research are offered at the Nordic Institute of Dental Materials, NIOM, in Oslo, Norway.
New free webinar out now
Curious about NIOMs program for visiting scientists? Listen to our new webinar and hear about the experiences of two former guest researchers.
NEWSLETTERS
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.
Resin-based cements – properties affecting clinical success of indirect restorations
Many clinicians prefer polymer-based, also known as resin-based, cements, when cementing indirect restorations. Especially when the restorations are made of all ceramic materials. A recent paper looks into cement properties that affect clinical success of indirect restorations.
NEWSLETTERS
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.
Resin-based cements – properties affecting clinical success of indirect restorations
Many clinicians prefer polymer-based, also known as resin-based, cements, when cementing indirect restorations. Especially when the restorations are made of all ceramic materials. A recent paper looks into cement properties that affect clinical success of indirect restorations.
PUBLICATIONS
De mest brukte komposittene på det norske markedet oppfyller ikke alle formelle krav i ISO-standarden
Denne undersøkelsen viser at en oppfatning om at et komposittmateriale tilfredsstiller formelle krav i en standard hvis produktet er merket med CE eller ISO 4049 ikke uten videre medfører riktighet.De fleste medfølgende bruksanvisninger på komposittene vi undersøkte,...
Presence of 6PPD-quinone in runoff water samples from Norway using a new LC–MS/MS method
The chemical 6PPD-quinone is highly toxic to some fish species of the Oncorhynchus and Salvelinus genera and is the oxidation product of the common car tire additive 6PPD. We present a new sample preparation method that involves liquid-liquid...
Silver release from dentine treated with combinations of silver diamine fluoride, potassium iodide and etching
For individuals with very high to extremely high caries activity and poor control of daily oral hygiene, a simple treatment for arresting their caries activity is necessary. Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) has become increasingly common for this purpose due to its...
LABORATORIES
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.