Browsing Dental Medicine Research by Publisher "BioMed Central Ltd"
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Alveolar bone changes following bi-maxillary vertical molars' movements using clear aligners
( BioMed Central Ltd , 2023 , Article)Objective This study aimed to assess the alveolar bone changes following maxillary and mandibular molars’ intrusion and extrusion movements using Clear Aligners using Cone-Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT). Materials and ... -
Assessment of treatment needs, barriers, and self-perception regarding oral health among female university students: a cross-sectional study
( BioMed Central Ltd , 2024 , Article)Background The study aimed to compare the self-perceived oral health status measured through a self-administered questionnaire with clinically determined oral health status measured by decayed-missing-filled teeth (DMFT) ... -
Barriers and enablers for oral health promotion programs amongst primary healthcare stakeholders in Qatar - a qualitative investigation
( BioMed Central Ltd , 2023 , Article)Background: Oral health of preschool children remains a concern globally. Primary healthcare providers are in a vital position to support preventive oral care programmes. This study explored current practices, perception ... -
Comparison of spheno-occipital synchondrosis maturation stages with three-dimensional assessment of mandibular growth
( BioMed Central Ltd , 2022 , Article)Background: This study aimed to compare spheno-occipital synchondrosis (SOS) maturation stages with a three-dimensional assessment of mandibular growth. Methods: This is a cross-sectional study of a retrospective type, in ... -
Correction to: Maxillary and mandibular dental arch forms in a Jordanian population with normal occlusion (BMC Oral Health, (2021), 21, 1, (105), 10.1186/s12903-021-01461-y)
( BioMed Central Ltd , 2021 , Article)After publication of the original article [1], the authors identified an error in Dr. E. S. Abu Alhaija's affiliations list. The incorrect affiliations list is: 1Division of Orthodontics, Department of Preventive Dentistry, ... -
Effect of the ethnic, profession, gender, and social background on the perception of upper dental midline deviations in smile esthetics by Chinese and Black raters
( BioMed Central Ltd , 2023 , Article)The purpose of this study was to compare the perception of upper dental midline deviation on the attractiveness of a smile among raters from different ethnicities, professions, genders, and ages and measure to what extent ... -
Examining the perception of undergraduate health professional students of their learning environment, learning experience and professional identity development: a mixed-methods study
( BioMed Central Ltd , 2024 , Article)Background: The quality of the learning environment significantly impacts student engagement and professional identity formation in health professions education. Despite global recognition of its importance, research on ... -
Oral cancer knowledge, attitudes, and practices among senior dental students in Yemen: a multi-institution study
( BioMed Central Ltd , 2023 , Article)Background: The "Knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP)" approach is crucial in health system. Appreciating the current KAP status will reveal the extent of the efficiency of applied health strategies, and subsequently ... -
The impact of periodontal disease on the clinical outcomes of COVID-19: A systematic review and meta-analysis
( BioMed Central Ltd , 2023 , Article)Background: A possible relationship between periodontitis (PD) and COVID-19 and its adverse outcomes has been suggested. Hence, the present systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to investigate the available evidence ... -
The impact of virtual reality haptic simulators in pre-clinical restorative dentistry: a qualitative enquiry into dental students' perceptions
( BioMed Central Ltd , 2024 , Article)Purpose: In the realm of restorative dentistry, the integration of virtual reality haptic simulation (VRHS) for learning operative skills has garnered varied perceptions among dental students. Therefore, the aim of this ... -
The prevalence of orofacial clefts in Qatar : a cross-sectional nationwide study
( BioMed Central Ltd , 2024 , Article)Background: Cleft lip and palate are congenital craniofacial anomalies that significantly impact individuals and their families, both medically and psychosocially. The Qatari population has unique characteristics that are ... -
The transformation of Jordan's healthcare system in an area of conflict
( BioMed Central Ltd , 2024 , Article)Background: The Jordanian healthcare system has evolved over the past decades expanding its services, technological, and educational resources. A comprehensive view of this system is lacking. The objective of this report ... -
Tobacco use and khat chewing among adolescents in Yemen: a large-scale school-based cross-sectional study
( BioMed Central Ltd , 2024 , Article)Objective: The present study sought to assess the prevalence and determinants of tobacco use (cigarette smoking and shisha use) and khat chewing among Yemeni adolescents, and to evaluate their knowledge and attitudes toward ... -
White spot lesions, plaque accumulation and salivary caries-associated bacteria in clear aligners compared to fixed orthodontic treatment. A systematic review and meta- analysis
( BioMed Central Ltd , 2023 , Article)Objective To analyse the available evidence regarding the incidence and severity of white spot lesions (WSLs), plaque accumulation and salivary caries-associated bacteria(SCB) in clear aligners (CA) verses conventional ...
