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Kari Rantavuori is a University Teacher and Docent at the Institute of Dentistry, University of Turku, Finland. He holds a DDS (2002), PhD (2008), and MDS (2014), and is actively engaged in teaching and research in orthodontics and behavioral dentistry.
- DDS, 2002
- PhD, 2008
- MDS, 2014
His primary research interests include orthodontics, dental anxiety, sleep apnea, and oral health-related quality of life. He investigates psychosocial and behavioral aspects of oral health, particularly in parents and children, using data from the FinnBrain Birth Cohort Study. His work bridges clinical dentistry with psychology and public health, focusing on how personality traits, mental health, and lifestyle factors influence dental fear and treatment outcomes.
The recent publications (2020–2024) reflect a strong trend in behavioral dentistry, with a focus on longitudinal analysis of dental anxiety, gender differences in oral health perceptions, and the integration of digital technologies in orthodontic practice. The studies frequently involve interdisciplinary collaboration and use both quantitative and psychometric methods.
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Kari Rantavuori is actively involved in research grants and collaborative projects, particularly through the FinnBrain Birth Cohort Study. While formal student advisees are not listed, his role as a university teacher and docent suggests involvement in mentoring and academic supervision. He contributes to advancing knowledge in behavioral aspects of dentistry and improving patient-centered care.
His research is closely tied to the FinnBrain Birth Cohort Study, a longitudinal research initiative examining early-life factors affecting child development. This team-based project involves multidisciplinary scientists and clinicians focused on mental health, neurodevelopment, and oral health outcomes.
