Kristina Hellén-Halme

Kristina Hellén-Halme is a Professor and specialist in Oral and Maxillofacial radiology at the Faculty of Odontology, Malmö University. Her academic career focuses on dental radiology with particular expertise in digital imaging techniques and radiation safety protocols.

Her primary research interests center around Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, with specific focus on digital radiology, optimization of imaging protocols, and radiation protection. Her work primarily investigates cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) applications in various dental contexts including pediatric dentistry, cleft palate assessment, and mandibular imaging. She employs both clinical and phantom-based studies to evaluate imaging quality, radiation doses, and diagnostic efficacy. Her research demonstrates methodological rigor in dosimetry measurements and protocol optimization.

Analysis of her recent publications reveals a consistent focus on improving dental imaging practices while minimizing radiation exposure. Her research spans multiple dental specialties including pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, and oral surgery, demonstrating the interdisciplinary nature of modern dental radiology. She frequently collaborates with researchers across Sweden and internationally on clinical trials and methodological studies, with particular emphasis on evidence-based approaches to dental radiology.

As an academic supervisor, she has guided doctoral students such as Josefine Cederhag, whose thesis focused on radiographic imaging related to mandibular third molars, including tooth characteristics, modality choice, optimization, and absorbed dose considerations. Her mentorship extends to both clinical and research aspects of dental radiology education.