Light Research meets dentistry

October 7th 2019

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Have you ever wondered how successful the use of light-activated antimicrobial treatment in dentistry is? Or whether the combined light exposure from different dental equipment in the dental clinic, is too high? These topics were reviewed in three different lectures by NIOM’s scientists, at the European Society for Photobiology (ESP), in Spain. (Links to the […]
Antibacterial photodynamic therapy for treatment of oral biofilms related to periodontal and peri-implant diseases

October 7th 2019

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Abstract from Håkon Valens lecture at symposium MED-10 Dentistry. (Organized by Ellen Bruzell). ESP-IUPB World Congress, Light & Life, Barcelona, Spain. August 25-30. 2019. Oral biofilm formation around teeth and dental implants may cause inflammation of the surrounding tissue, which may lead to breakdown of the attachment of the tooth or implant. Ultimately, if left […]
Light sources and light-dependent procedures in dentistry

October 7th 2019

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Abstract from Ellen Bruzells lecture at symposium MED-10 Dentistry. (Organized by Ellen Bruzell). ESP-IUPB World Congress, Light & Life, Barcelona, Spain. August 25-30. 2019. Dental personnel encounter a number of optical sources emitting a broad spectrum of wavelengths. Along with the usefulness, to various extents, of optical radiation in treatment and diagnostics, comes the risk […]