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Published: 2 June 2026The appearance of one’s teeth influences young people’s well-being
Young people’s quality of life is often negatively affected by misaligned teeth or jaws (malocclusion). This is particularly true for girls and those with crowded front teeth. At the same time, access to orthodontic treatment is unevenly distributed,...
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Published: 7 July 2026How young people can keep their teeth healthy – despite living in poverty
The ability to acquire and use health information, parental support, and encouragement from friends and community groups all contribute to good oral health among young adults from disadvantaged backgrounds, according to a new thesis from Malmö University.
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RESEARCH SUBJECTDentistry
The basic goal of odontology research is to promote oral health and function. Advances in these areas can in addition to improving oral health, also advance general health. Odontological research at Malmö University is integrated with, and conducted...
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RESEARCH IN FOCUSResearch in focus: The mouth – a part of the body
Oral health research is essential for understanding the links between oral health and diseases in the body. By studying the risk factors, preventive measures and treatments for problems such as dental infections, tooth grinding and poor oral health, we ca...
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Published: 21 July 2026Exercise relieves jaw pain – but the effect isn’t the same for everyone
One in ten Swedes lives with chronic pain in the jaw, face or mouth. A new doctoral thesis now provides in-depth insight into how this pain affects those affected and why pain-relieving jaw exercises have varying effects on different people.
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Published: 21 April 2026Study provides clarity on blood-thinning medication during tooth extraction
Patients can continue taking blood-thinning medication without interruption during tooth extraction. This applies regardless of whether they are taking the drug warfarin or its alternative, according to a new study from Malmö University.
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Advancing Oral Health
Our goal is to reduce the burden of oral and systemic ill-health associated with oral conditions through clinic-integrated, interdisciplinary research. We will provide innovative and evidence-based dental care – where our research discoveries transform...
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Christina Lindh - Associate Professor/Professor emeritus/emerita
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Published: 19 August 2025Learn how to improve dental care, while brushing your teeth!
A personalised guide on your mobile phone that shows you exactly how to use your toothbrush, interdental brushes and dental floss is being developed by researchers at the Faculty of Odontology at Malmö University.