Dental Medicine Research
Recent Submissions
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A five-year retrospective analysis (2017-2022) of reported incidents from a primary care-based education provider.
( Springer Nature , 2025 , Article)Background Patient safety incident reporting and analysis are often confined to secondary care, despite 95% of dentistry occurring in primary care. Peninsula Dental Social Enterprise (PDSE) delivers primary care dentistry ... -
Prevalence of Dental Fear and Its Association with Oral Health Status Among School Children in Bosnia and Herzegovina: A Cross-Sectional Study
( MDPI , 2025 , Article)Background and Objective: This study aimed to examine the prevalence of dental fear among schoolchildren in Bosnia and Herzegovina, analyze the distribution of dental anxiety by gender, age, and place of residence in ... -
Correlates of childhood caries: A study in Qatar
( John Wiley and Sons , 2023 , Article)Background: The prevalance of dental caries in children in Qatar is high, which necessitates preventive efforts. Aim: To identify the sociodemographic and behavioural correlates of dental caries in the primary dentition ... -
Effectiveness of 2D magnesium phosphate hydrogel for surgical decontamination of dental implants: A case series
( John Wiley and Sons , 2024 , Article)Dental implants, recognized for their enhanced functionality and aesthetic outcomes, are susceptible to peri-implant mucositis and subsequent peri-implantitis when oral hygiene is inadequate. Effective biofilm management ... -
Effect of Prosthetic Material and Support Type on Stress Distribution of Fixed Partial Dentures: A Finite Element Study
( Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) , 2024 , Article)Choosing an appropriate prosthetic material for the superstructure of an implant-supported or tooth-implant supported fixed partial denture (FPD) is crucial for the success of the prostheses. The objective of this study ... -
PROTEIN ADSORPTION ON IMPLANT SURFACES TREATED WITH ATMOSPHERIC PLASMA
( BPI , 2024 , Article)The peri-implant bone density can determine long-term maintenance of the implant osteointegration. Thus, numerous types of research have been done to increase the quality and quantity of the peri-implant alveolar bone to ... -
Multifactorial analysis of the maxillary premolar area for immediate implant placement using cone beam computed tomography: A study of 333 maxillary images
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Statement of problem: Immediate implant placement in the maxillary premolar area is challenged by anatomic variations imposing risks such as perforation of the buccal bone and the maxillary sinus. Previous studies have ... -
Beyond the Drill: Understanding Empathy Among Undergraduate Dental Students.
( John Wiley & Sons , 2024 , Article)Compassionate care and empathy are fundamental components of health care which contribute to the social construction of physician-patient relationship to meet the expectations of the patients. The aim of this study was to ... -
Enhanced event-based surveillance: Epidemic Intelligence from Open Sources (EIOS) during FIFA World Cup 2022 Qatar
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)BackgroundPublic health threats can significantly impact mass gatherings and enhancing surveillance systems would thus be crucial. Epidemic Intelligence from Open Sources (EIOS) was introduced to Qatar to complement the ... -
The effect of titanium surface treatment by application of constant potential or current on the viability of pre-osteoblast cells: an in-vitro study
( Frontiers Media , 2024 , Article)Objectives: The aim of this study was to investigate the impact of electrochemical treatment of a titanium surface employing constant current and potential on the viability of the tissue cells attached to the surface 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) ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
Fabrication of silver-doped titanium vanadium nitride (TiVN) coatings for biomedical applications
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)The term "silver-doped vanadium titanium nitride" refers to a class of composite biomaterial that combines the characteristics of vanadium titanium nitride with silver's antibacterial and bioactive capabilities. Using the ... -
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 ... -
Beyond the Bite: Exploring Mental Health of Dental Faculty in Pakistan– a multi-institutional study
( Springer Nature , 2024 , Article)Introduction: Mental health issues are being reported increasingly amongst healthcare staff and students globally. The aim of this study was to investigate the frequency of common mental health issues amongst dental faculty ... -
Undergraduate dental curricula in Middle Eastern and Arabic-speaking African Nations − A cross-sectional study
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)PurposeTo evaluate the design of undergraduate curricula, teaching and learning practices, assessments, admission criteria and quality assurance in dental schools across Middle Eastern and Arab-speaking African nations. ... -
Senolytics in diseases: killing to survive
( Elsevier , 2023 , Book chapter)Since the discovery of cellular senescence in 1961, numerous studies have investigated the role of senescent cells in the pathogenesis of many chronic diseases. Cellular senescence, defined by irreversible cell cycle arrest, ...