Dental Students’ Perception, Attitude And Willingness To Interact With Mental Illness Patients: A Multicentre Cross-Sectional Study,
2022
School of Dental Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Health Campus, Kubang Kerian, Kelantan, Malaysia.
Dental Students’ Perception, Attitude And Willingness To Interact With Mental Illness Patients: A Multicentre Cross-Sectional Study, Mazarina Nurdini Malek, Zainab Mat Yudin, Nor Faharina Abdul Hamid, Nor Asilah Harun, Suzanna Awang Bono, Mohamad Arif Awang Nawi
Journal of Dentistry Indonesia
Mental illness is a psychological impairment involving emotions, cognitions, and behaviors, and its prevalence is increasing worldwide. Dental students may encounter patients with underlying psychological problems during their training. Objective: To evaluate dental students’ perception, attitude, and willingness to interact with patients with mental illness. Methods: A multi-center cross-sectional study was conducted involving undergraduates at three dental institutions in Malaysia using an online self-administered questionnaire. Descriptive data analysis was conducted and statistical analysis using chi-square test was done for associations (p < 0.05). Results: The response rate was 63% (225); the majority of respondents were female (77.8%) and of Malay ethnicity (88.4%). …
The Effect Of Silver Diamine Fluoride On Microleakage And Shear Bond Strength Of Glass Ionomer,
2022
Dentist at Ministry of Interior Medical Services Sector, Cairo, Egypt.
The Effect Of Silver Diamine Fluoride On Microleakage And Shear Bond Strength Of Glass Ionomer, Dina Hassanen, Mohammed Mostafa, Sara Hashem
Al-Azhar Journal of Dentistry
Purpose: This study was conducted to evaluate the impact of silver diamine fluoride (SDF) on Glass ionomer restoration (Fuji IX) microleakage and shear bond strength. Material and Methods: The present study was carried out on 40 primary extracted human molars. The primary molars were equally divided into 2 groups (Group I, Group II). (Group I) including: 20 primary molars were used for microleakage testing under stereomicroscope at x40. (Group II) including: 20 primary molars were used for shear bond strength testing using Instron Universal Testing Machine. Each group was subdivided into 2 subgroups; subgroup 1 which been treated with SDF …
Cytotoxic Effect Of Different Concentrations Of Chitosan And Propolis Nanoparticles On Periodontal Ligament Stem Cells,
2022
Assistant lecturer of Endodontics, Faculty of Dental Medicine for Girls, Al-Azhar University, Cairo, Egypt.
Cytotoxic Effect Of Different Concentrations Of Chitosan And Propolis Nanoparticles On Periodontal Ligament Stem Cells, Huda Mostafa, Wael Kamel, Dina Abdel Fatah, Heba Abdelkafy
Al-Azhar Journal of Dentistry
Purpose: The purpose of this study was to assess the cytotoxic effect of different concentrations of Chitosan Nanoparticles (CNPs) and Propolis Nanoparticles (PNPs) on periodontal ligament stem cells using MTT assay. Materials and Methods: Immature, impacted third molars were used to isolate stem cells. Cells were seeded in 96-well culture plates. Groups were divided into six experimental groups: Group I: 17% EDTA, Group II: 1% propolis NPs, Group III: 2% propolis NPs, Group IV: 1% chitosan NPs, Group V: 2% chitosan NPs, Group VI: cultured cells not receive any material. Cytotoxic effect of these materials on stem cells was evaluated …
Optical Properties Of Zirconia Monolithic Crowns Constructed Using Speed Sintering Cycle,
2022
Teaching assistant at Prosthodontics Department, Faculty of Oral and Dental Medicine, Badr University in Cairo, Egypt.
Optical Properties Of Zirconia Monolithic Crowns Constructed Using Speed Sintering Cycle, Abeer Ibrahem, Mona Mandour, Walaa El-Mekkawi
Al-Azhar Journal of Dentistry
Purpose: This study examined the effect of change in sintering time on the optical properties of monolithic zirconia crowns using ZirCAD Prime. Materials and methods: A Sound premolar was scanned using optical oral scanner. The scanned premolar was digitally prepared to receive zirconia restoration using Exocad software following standard preparation guidelines for ceramic restorations. 3D printed resin master die was produced. An impression was made for the 3D printed master die using polyvinylsiloxane impression material then poured using epoxy resin. The procedure was repeated to obtain 16 epoxy resin models. Sixteen crowns were produced by CADCAM system from ZirCAD Prime …
Postoperative Pain And Microbiological Evaluation After Using 810nm Diode Laser Disinfection In Single Rooted Teeth With Necrotic Pulp And Periapical Radiolucency: Randomized Control Clinical Trial,
2022
Assistant Lecturer at Endodontic Department, Faculty of Dental Medicine for Girls, Al-Azhar University, Cairo, Egypt.
Postoperative Pain And Microbiological Evaluation After Using 810nm Diode Laser Disinfection In Single Rooted Teeth With Necrotic Pulp And Periapical Radiolucency: Randomized Control Clinical Trial, Sabah Sobhy, Mervat Fawzy, Hemat Elsheikh, Marwa Abdel-Aziz
Al-Azhar Journal of Dentistry
Purpose: This study aimed to evaluate the treatment outcome after using diode laser disinfection of root canals in necrotic teeth with periapical radiolucency. Subjects and Methods: Thirty patients of age range between 20 and 50 years old were involved in this study. They were divided randomly into two groups (15 teeth each). Group I: Access cavity preparation was performed and microbiological sample (SI1) was taken. The root canal was prepared using ProTaper rotary instruments up to #F4 and irrigated with 2ml of 2.6% sodium hypochlorite, this was repeated after each instrument use with total volume 14ml. Smear layer removal with …
Comparison Between Chitosan Hydrogel And Recaldent Paste In Enamel Re-Mineralization Of Induced Enamel Demineralized Lesions,
2022
BDS, Faulty of Dental Medicine, Misr University for Science and Technology, Cairo, Egypt.
Comparison Between Chitosan Hydrogel And Recaldent Paste In Enamel Re-Mineralization Of Induced Enamel Demineralized Lesions, Nada Desouky, Mostafa Abd El-Gany, Heba Adawy, Nehad Ahmed
Al-Azhar Journal of Dentistry
Purpose: This study aimed to compare between the effect of chitosan and GC MI paste plus on re-mineralization of demineralized enamel in-vitro. Subjects and methods: Extracted upper premolars from orthodontic patients. Sample premolars were examined one by scanning electron microscope with energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy to determine the Ca/P ratio before demineralization and the other by Fourier transform Infrared spectroscopy to determine the degree of conversion of bonds. After demineralization, two premolars samples were selected; one was examined by scanning electron microscope with energy dispersive X-ray spectroscope and the other was examined by FTIR to determine the degree of conversion …
Antibacterial Effect Of Nutmeg Extract On Cariogenic Microflora In A Group Of Egyptian Children,
2022
Dentist at Egyptian Ministry of Health, Egypt.
Antibacterial Effect Of Nutmeg Extract On Cariogenic Microflora In A Group Of Egyptian Children, Rasha Ebrahim, Mohammed Mostafa, Safaa El-Sayed
Al-Azhar Journal of Dentistry
Purpose: to evaluate the antibacterial effect of Nutmeg natural extract on cariogenic microflora and compare its effect with chlorhexidine (CHX) in a group of Egyptian children. Subject and methods: A total of 60 normal apparently healthy children aged between 6-12 years from both genders were involved in this study and equally divided into two groups (n=30) regarding to the type of the received mouthwash: group 1; included children who rinsed with 1% Nutmeg extract containing mouth wash (Tested group); group 2; included children who rinsed with 0.12% CHX containing mouth wash (Control group). Saliva samples were collected from each enrolled …
Fracture Resistance Of Cad/Cam Fabricated Polyetheretherketone (Peek) Endocrowns And Post Retained Crowns With Two Preparation Designs,
2022
Demonstrator of Fixed Prosthodontics, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Sinai University, Egypt.
Fracture Resistance Of Cad/Cam Fabricated Polyetheretherketone (Peek) Endocrowns And Post Retained Crowns With Two Preparation Designs, Walaa El-Hefnawy, Atef Ahmed, Walaa El-Mekkawi
Al-Azhar Journal of Dentistry
Purpose: The aim of this study was to assess the fracture resistance of PEEK endocrowns and post-retained PEEK crowns with two preparation designs (ferrule and without ferrule). Materials and methods: Eighty sound human mandibular firstpremolars were selected. Teeth were divided into 4 main groups (n= 20): Group1: Were assigned for endocrown preparation with Butt joint. Group 2: Were assigned for endocrown preparation with Shoulder finish line. Group 3: Were assigned for PEEK post & core preparation without ferrule. Group 4: Were assigned for PEEK post & core preparation with ferrule. Endocrowns of both Group 1 and Group 2 were made …
Evaluation Of Retention For Maxillary Complete Denture Constructed By Conventional And 3d Printing Techniques,
2022
Demonstrator of Removable Prosthodontics Faculty of Dental Medicine Misr International University, Cairo, Egypt.
Evaluation Of Retention For Maxillary Complete Denture Constructed By Conventional And 3d Printing Techniques, Norhan Behairy, Shereen Kabeel, Hager El-Sadany
Al-Azhar Journal of Dentistry
Purpose: Evaluating retention of maxillary complete dentures fabricated by threedimensional (3D) printing technique compared to conventional technique. Subjects and Methods: Ten completely edentulous patients were selected from the outpatient clinic of Removable Prosthodontics Department, Faculty of Dental Medicine for Girls, Al-Azhar University. Each patient received maxillary and mandibular dentures fabricated by conventional technique besides maxillary denture fabricated by 3D printing technique. All patients were divided equally into two groups; First group patients received conventional dentures first, then 3D printed ones. Second group patients received 3D printed dentures initially and conventional dentures later. Results: Regarding denture type, it was found that …
Evaluation Of Cytotoxic Effect Of Betanin Nanoparticles Against Squamous Cell Carcinoma Cell Line Compared To Doxorubicin,
2022
Demonstrator of Oral Pathology. Faculty of Oral and Dental Medicine, Future University, Cairo, Egypt.
Evaluation Of Cytotoxic Effect Of Betanin Nanoparticles Against Squamous Cell Carcinoma Cell Line Compared To Doxorubicin, Noha Hassanine, Amany Taha, Eman Abohager
Al-Azhar Journal of Dentistry
Purpose: This study was aimed to evaluate the anticancer effect of nano sized betanine particles (betanine NP) on squamous cell carcinoma cell line compared to doxorubicin (DOX) using cytotoxicity assay. Materials and Methods: Human tongue squamous cell carcinoma cell line (SCC 25) were cultured to obtain 3 groups, two of them were subjected to DOX and the betanine NP. The third group was not subjected to treatment and used as negative control. Different concentrations of betanin NP and DOX were applied on SCC25 to choose the doses with high cytotoxic effects according to their IC50 using the methyl thiazolyl tetrazolium …
Regenerative Potentiality Of Concentrated Growth Factors With Partially And Completely Amputated Pulp Tissue (Histological Study),
2022
Assistant Lecturer of Oral and Dental Biology, Faculty of Dental Medicine for Girls, Al-Azhar University, Cairo, Egypt
Regenerative Potentiality Of Concentrated Growth Factors With Partially And Completely Amputated Pulp Tissue (Histological Study), Abeer Ezzat, Heba Adawy, Mena Abd Allah
Al-Azhar Journal of Dentistry
Purpose: This study aimed to investigate the effect of concentrated growth factors (CGF) with partially and completely amputated pulp tissue on the histologic outcome of dentin-pulp complex regeneration in immature dogs’ teeth with non-infected pulp and apical tissue. Materials and Methods: In this study fifty six immature teeth in four mongrel dogs were involved and simple randomization design was used. The teeth were divided into four groups; group (I): the teeth were left with no treatment (negative control), group (II): the teeth underwent complete pulp extirpation where blood clots filled the root canals (positive control), group (III): the root canals …
Effect Of Biostimulation On Response Of Immature Teeth With Necrotic Pulp And Apical Periodontitis To Regenerative Endodontic Therapy In Immature Dogs Teeth,
2022
Assistant lecturer of Endodontics, Faculty of Oral and Dental Surgery, Misr University for Science and Technology, Egypt
Effect Of Biostimulation On Response Of Immature Teeth With Necrotic Pulp And Apical Periodontitis To Regenerative Endodontic Therapy In Immature Dogs Teeth, Eman Fouad, Mervat Fawzy, Maha Elhousiny, Ali Saafan, Seham Abdel Ghani
Al-Azhar Journal of Dentistry
Purpose: This study was carried out to evaluate the effect of biostimulation on the regenerative response of immature teeth with necrotic pulp and apical periodontitis in dogs. Materials and Methods: Seventy-two root canals were employed in the present study as follows: Sixty root canals for experimental groups and twelve as positive and negative controls. After the induction of pulp necrosis and apical periodontitis, roots were divided into two groups, group I: Regenerative Endodontic Therapy (RET) with subsequent biostimulation (seven sessions at 808 nm diode laser at output power of300 mW for 90 seconds) and group II: RET without biostimulation. The …
Evaluation Of Marginal Fit And Fracture Resistance Of Zirconia Implant Abutment Supporting Two Types Of Metal Free Cad/ Cam Restorations,
2022
Lecturer of Crowns and Bridges, Faculty of Dental Medicine for Girls, Al-Azhar University, Cairo, Egypt.
Evaluation Of Marginal Fit And Fracture Resistance Of Zirconia Implant Abutment Supporting Two Types Of Metal Free Cad/ Cam Restorations, Ayat Montaser
Al-Azhar Journal of Dentistry
Purpose: To evaluate marginal fit as well as fracture resistance of zirconia implant abutment supporting two types of metal free CAD/CAM restorations. Materials and methods: Twenty ready-made ZrO2 abutments resembling lower first premolarsqueezed and stabled to its conforming titanium dummy implants were implanted in epoxy resin blocks. Samples were divided into two groups in relation to the material utilized for the fabrication of the copings; group (I) (n=10): zirconia copings, group (II) (n=10): breCAM.BioHPP copings. All copings were machined using CAD/CAM system. Samples were exposed to a fatigue procedure for 20,000 cycles. Marginal fit was determined using digital stereomicroscope. Fracture …
Assessment Of Rate Of Orthodontic Tooth Movement With Different Modalities Of Ligations,
2022
Demonstrator at orthodontic department, Faculty of Dental Medicine for Girls, Al-Azhar University, Cairo, Egypt.
Assessment Of Rate Of Orthodontic Tooth Movement With Different Modalities Of Ligations, Aya Nasef, Samir Ibrahim, Sara El Kabbany
Al-Azhar Journal of Dentistry
Purpose: This study was carried out to assess the effect of different types of ligatures on the rate of canine retraction. Materials and Methods: 14 participants requiring extraction of upper first premolars, were randomly assigned into 2 groups; group 1 had passive self-ligating bracket on the upper right canine, figure of 8 module ligature on the upper left canine and group 2 also had self-ligating bracket on the upper right canine, and slide-low friction elastic module on the left side. Canines retraction were done under 150 gm of force using a 9 mm nickel-titanium closed-coil spring .Alginate impression was taken …
Assessment Of Pain Sensation And Release Of Rankl In Gingival Crevicular Fluid Accompanying Laser Application In Orthodontic Treatment: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial,
2022
Dentist at Egyptian Ministry of Health, Cairo, Egypt.
Assessment Of Pain Sensation And Release Of Rankl In Gingival Crevicular Fluid Accompanying Laser Application In Orthodontic Treatment: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial, Omnia El-Sayed, Samir Ibrahim, Mai Attia, Sara El Kabbany
Al-Azhar Journal of Dentistry
Purpose: This study was made to evaluate the level of receptor activator of nuclear factor- kappa B ligand (RANKL) in gingival crevicular fluid (GCF) and pain perception during orthodontic tooth treatment to evaluate the efficacy of low-level laser therapy (LLLT). Subjects and methods: A number of 10patients (age range: 15-20) requiring extraction of maxillary first premolars as a part of orthodontic therapy were selected randomly. A split-mouth technique was used. The test side received (LLLT) from a semiconductor (aluminium galliumarsenide) diode laser. The laser was irradiated on days 0, 2, 7, and14. The canine distalization was achieved with a force …
Effect Of Pomegranate And Banana Extracts On Microshear Bond Strength Of Resin Composite To Bleached Bovine Enamel: An In-Vitro Study,
2022
Dentist in Police Academy, Medical Services Sector, Ministry of Interior.
Effect Of Pomegranate And Banana Extracts On Microshear Bond Strength Of Resin Composite To Bleached Bovine Enamel: An In-Vitro Study, Summer Abodahb, Maha Nizay, Maha Elkorashy
Al-Azhar Journal of Dentistry
Purpose: To evaluate the effect of pomegranate and banana extracts (natural antioxidants) versus ascorbic acid (synthetic antioxidant) prepared in 10% and 15% concentrations on microshear bond strength (μSBS) to bleached enamel. Materials and Methods: A total of 56 bovine incisors were selected for the current study. Forty teeth were used for microshear bond strength and divided into 5 groups according to antioxidant type; Group 1: No bleaching + No antioxidant (negative control), Group 2: Bleaching + No antioxidant (positive control), Group 3: ascorbic acid, Group 4: pomegranate extract and Group 5: banana extract. Groups 3,4 and 5 were further divided …
Effect Of Propolis And Castor Oil Cement As Pulpotomy Materials On The Properties And Osteogenic Differentiation Of Stem Cells Isolated From Human Exfoliated Deciduous Teeth (Shed),
2022
Pediatric dental specialist at Alzhraa University Hospital, Cairo, Egypt.
Effect Of Propolis And Castor Oil Cement As Pulpotomy Materials On The Properties And Osteogenic Differentiation Of Stem Cells Isolated From Human Exfoliated Deciduous Teeth (Shed), Eman Mohamed, Osama El-Shall, Mohamed Mostafa, Nermeen Ahmed
Al-Azhar Journal of Dentistry
Purpose: The aim of this research was to assess the effect of propolis and castor oil cement as pulpotomy materials on the stemness properties and osteogenic differentiation potential of stem cells isolated from human exfoliated deciduous teeth (SHED). Materials and methods: SHEDs were isolated from the pulp of five deciduous anterior teeth indicated for extraction. SHEDs were cultured with propolis and castor oil cement extracts. SHEDs cultured in MTA extracts and basal media were used as positive and negative controls respectively. Stemness properties of SHEDs were assessed in the form of proliferation, migration and the ability to enhance wound healing. …
The Dental School Outside The Dental School's Shrinking Enrollment,
2022
NYSDA
The Dental School Outside The Dental School's Shrinking Enrollment, Chester J. Gary Dds, Jd
The New York State Dental Journal
A dearth of Mentor-Associate relationships impairs new dentist professional development and threatens dentistry's privilege to self-regulate
Comparative Evaluation Of Smear Layer Removal By Apple Vinegar Using Laser Activated Irrigation And Endovac System: Randomized Control Trial,
2022
Dentist at Ministry of health and population, Cairo, Egypt
Comparative Evaluation Of Smear Layer Removal By Apple Vinegar Using Laser Activated Irrigation And Endovac System: Randomized Control Trial, Doaa Azzam, Wael Kamel, Hemat Elsheikh
Al-Azhar Journal of Dentistry
Purpose: This study was designed as randomized control trial to assess the effect of laser activation versus EndoVac systems with 5% apple vinegar irrigant on smear layer removal from root canal wall using scanning electron microscope. Material and Methods: Thirty three single rooted teeth were selected and prepared using Universal ProTaper rotary files and irrigated using sodium hypochlorite. Samples were randomly alienated into three groups (11 samples each) in proportion to method of activation of apple vinegar which used as final irrigant: Group I: Laser activated irrigation using810nm diode laser at 1.5 Watts power in pulsed mode, Group II: EndoVac …
Evaluation Of Microleakage Of Premixed Bioceramics And Bio Mta As Furcal Perforation Repair Materials In Primary Teeth,
2022
Lecturer of Dental Biomaterials, Faculty of Dental Medicine for Girls, Al-Azhar University, Cairo, Egypt.
Evaluation Of Microleakage Of Premixed Bioceramics And Bio Mta As Furcal Perforation Repair Materials In Primary Teeth, Shahenda Abdallah, Yomna Mourad, Shaymaa Shishiny
Al-Azhar Journal of Dentistry
Purpose: The aim of this in vitro study was to evaluate the microleakage of premixed BioCeramics (BCs) and mineral trioxide aggregate (MTA) for sealing primary molar furcal perforations. Materials and Methods: This study was carried out on 30 extracted mandibular primary molars. Perforations of the furcation areas were created in the pulp chamber floor of the teeth. The molars were then divided randomly in two groups (n=15). Perforations were then repaired with biocompatible materials. After 72 h, the teeth were immersed in 2% basic fuchsine dye solution for 24h. The teeth were then sectioned longitudinally and evaluated for dye leakage. …
