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Maternal Characteristics And The Social Determinants Of Health In Fetal Vs Postnatal Myelomeningocele Repair, Amy Rose Hardcastle

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Machine Learning Model For Sander’S Score Determination, Andrew Guo

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Beyond The Numbers: Body Mass Index In Gender Affirming Mastectomy, Alyssa M. Griffith

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Network Meta-Analysis Of The Impacts Of Social Determinants Of Health On Dialysis Patients’ Ability To Respond To Natural Disasters, Juan Paulo Yap Gonzales

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Delirium Education: Raising Awareness And Empowering Family Members And Caregivers To Detect And Prevent Delirium In The Hospital, Alexandra H. Goff

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Ai-Enhanced Predictive Model For Adverse Clinical Outcomes Of Chronic Diseases In Older Adults, Grace C. Giles

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“Tell Your Story”: Storytelling To Enhance Mental Health And Social Connection In Older Adults, Faith O. Folorunso

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Bridging The Gap: Patient Perspectives On Transition Of Care In Hirschsprung Disease, Stefanie F. Faucher

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Amcf-1 Overexpression Enhances Motor And Physiological Outcomes In A Mouse Model Of Leigh Syndrome, Andrew Fanous

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Salinomycin Targets Cancer Stemness In Neuroblastoma Via Wnt/Β-Catenin And Akt/Mtor Attenuation, Blake M. Elliott

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Timing Of Kangaroo Care And Neurodevelopmental Outcomes In Extremely Preterm Infants, Sarah G. Eknoyan

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Assessing Awareness And Use Of Artificial Intelligence Tools Among Library Personnel In Public And Private Institutions In Ekiti State, Nigeria, Thomas Aanu Ojo

Library Philosophy and Practice (e-journal)

Artificial Intelligence is a technology integrated into libraries as a tool to help eliminate tedious and repetitive tasks. However, its awareness and use in libraries are still in the early stages. Therefore, this study investigated the awareness and use of AI tools among library personnel in public and private institutions in Ekiti State, Nigeria. The study population comprised 107 library personnel in Ekiti State. The questionnaire was used to elicit data. Descriptive statistics of frequency count, percentage, mean and standard deviation were used to analyse the data. The findings revealed that the level of awareness of AI tools among library …

Analysis Of Surgical Irrigants In High-Pressure Paint Injection Injuries As Determined By Fluorescent Particle Imagery, Elise Ehrlich

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Building Bots That Teach Thinking: Using Custom Ai Chatbots To Enhance Critical Thinking And Decision-Making, Megan Biagi

AI in the Classroom: A Virtual Summit

Generative AI is increasingly common in education, but its effect on student learning depends largely on how it is used. This interactive session will introduce practical strategies for creating custom AI chatbots that encourage students to think through problems rather than simply ask for answers. Participants will explore ways to design bots that ask learners to explain their reasoning, consider alternative perspectives, identify assumptions, and revise their thinking before receiving feedback.   Examples from healthcare education and other disciplines will show how these tools can support guided inquiry, reflective questioning, clinical reasoning, and decision-making. Participants will review and revise sample chatbot …

Determining Optimal Surveillance Practices For Pediatric And Young Adult Germ Cell Tumors, Alexandra M. Dunker

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Comparing Condylar Parameters Assessed By Ultrasonic And Mechanical Axiography: An In Vivo Pilot Study, Mark Salame, Amine El Zoghbi, Marina Daher, Carole Abi Ghosn, Paul J. Boulos

International Arab Journal of Dentistry

Objectives: The objective of this clinical pilot study was to compare the condylar parameters (condylar path inclination and Bennett angle) obtained from two different axiographs: a mechanical axiography system and an ultrasonic axigraphy system, and thus to judge the reliability and degree of accuracy of the mechanical axiography compared with the ultrasonic axiography considered as a reference technique.

Methods: Eleven candidates, aged between 20 and 25 years, were selected (n = 11) following strict inclusion and exclusion criteria. Each individual underwent two axiographic recordings by a single experienced operator. The first one was done with an ultrasonic axiograph, …

Efficacy Of Diode Laser As An Adjunct To Non-Surgical Periodontal Therapy In The Treatment Of Stage Ii And Iii Periodontitis: Arandomized Clinical Trial, Heba Samir, Ayat Gamal-Abdelnaser, Marwa Elsayed

International Arab Journal of Dentistry

Objectives: The goal of periodontal therapy is to reduce the bacterial deposits in the pockets; which is mainly achieved by non surgical periodontal therapy (NSPT). Despite effective, it may sometimes be insufficient. Laser offered several advantages as bactericidal, disinfectant and healing accelerator. The aim of the study was to evaluate the efficacy of the use of adjunctive diode laser to NSPT compared to NSPT alone in the treatment of periodontitis.

Methods: In this randomized controlled study with parallel groups, 12 periodontitis patients were randomly assigned to either control group (NSPT only, n=6) or intervention group (laser + NSPT, …

Effectiveness Of Animated Video And Electronic Dental Booklet Among Children In Primary Healthcare Centers, Kediri, Indonesia: A Prospective Interventional Study, Arini Indriyasari, Sayekti Wahyuningsih, Indasah Ir, Yuli Peristiowati

International Arab Journal of Dentistry

Introductions: Dental caries and poor oral hygiene remain major public health problems among children in Indonesia. Conventional dental health education has shown limited effectiveness in achieving sustainable behavioral change. Digital media, such as an animated video and an electronic dental booklet (e-Saku Gigi), offer a promising strategy to improve oral hygiene behavior in children.

Aim: This study evaluated the effectiveness of a Dental Health Education (DHE) intervention using an animated video and e-Saku Gigi on oral hygiene status (OHI-S), dental caries experience (DMF-T), and the knowledge–attitude–behavior pathway.

Methodes: A two-stage design was used. The first stage employed an …

Effect Of Post-Curing Time On The Color Stability Of 3d-Printed Hybrid Resin Material, An In Vitro Study, Nisrine Khneisser, Louis Hardan, Ziad Salameh, Joseph Hajjar, Karim Corbani

International Arab Journal of Dentistry

Objectives: This study investigated the effect of post-curing time on the color stability of a non-polished, as-printed hybrid 3D printed resin material and assessed whether a nitrogen atmosphere during post-curing has any influence.

Methods: The 3D-printed specimens were divided into four groups based on the post-curing time (5, 10, 20 and 30 min) and two subgroups with and without nitrogen. Color changes ( E) of the specimens, immersed in coffee for 30 days, were measured using a spectrophotometer at different ageing times: first at baseline and 7,15 and 30 days after immersion. Data were analyzed with Shapiro–Wilk, Kruskal–Wallis, …

The Immediate Impact Of Fixed Appliances And Aligners On Perioral Soft Tissues And Speech: Acomparative Approach, Nissi Gurindapalli, Lakshmi Mani Kumari Nachu, Divya Bhavani Vasamsetti, Ramesh Kumar Budumuru, Lakshmi Manojna Nachu, Mohan Kumar Pasupuleti

International Arab Journal of Dentistry

Background and Objective: Facial aesthetics and self-presentation assume significant importance in modern society and augmenting interest in orthodontic treatment practices. Fixed labial, or regular, appliances, namely braces, and clear aligners are the most common orthodontic modalities, and these two vary in their effects on perioral soft tissues and speech. The objective of this study was to compare the immediate effects of fixed labial appliances and clear aligners on perioral soft tissues and speech.

Methods: Anin-vivo comparative study was conducted at Vishnu Dental College. The samples included an equal number of orthodontic patients who were randomly allocated into two …

Effect Of Beverages With Varying Acidity On The Surface Microhardness Of Resin Composites: An In Vitro Study, Vishnu S, Shweta Purohit, Yashas Dm, Mangala G K, Chinnu Mary Jose, Athira Bs

International Arab Journal of Dentistry

Introductions: The increasing consumption of acidic beverages has raised concerns regarding their impact on the longevity of composite resin restorations. Surface microhardness is a critical parameter for evaluating the mechanical performance and durability of restorative materials.

Aim: To evaluate and compare the effect of beverages with varying acidity on the surface microhardness of different composite resin materials and to assess the relationship between beverage pH and microhardness reduction.

Materials and Methods: This in vitro experimental study included 140 disc-shaped specimens of four composite resins: Filtek Z350 XT, Tetric N-Ceram, Beautifil II, and Charisma Smart (n = 35 …

Salivary Evaluation Of Lactoferrin, Calprotectin, Flow Rate, And Ph In Pregnant Women And Their Role In Oral Disease Progression: An In Vivo Study, Zaid Hamzah Helwas Haider, Maha Abdulkareem

International Arab Journal of Dentistry

Introductions: Pregnancy induces hormonal and immunological changes that may alter salivary composition. However, the interaction between salivary biomarkers and pregnancy stage in relation to oral disease progression remains incompletely understood.

Aim: This study evaluated salivary lactoferrin, calprotectin, mucin, flow rate, and pH during pregnancy and examined their associations with dental indices across gestational stages.

Methods: Ninety women aged 25–30 years were enrolled in a case–control study and equally categorized as firsttrimester pregnant, third-trimester pregnant, or non-pregnant controls. Unstimulated saliva was collected for biomarker quantification using ELISA. Oral health was assessed using plaque, gingival, and calculus indices, along …

Comparative Evaluation Of The Effect Of Different Desensitising Methods On The Retention Of Crowns Cemented With Resin Modified Gic:An In-Vitro Study, Zainab Inayatullah, Kartika N. Kumar, Punit Rs Khurana, Anju Aggarwal, Aditya Chaudhary, Naila Perween

International Arab Journal of Dentistry

Introductions: This in vitro study aimed to evaluate and compare the effect of three different desensitizing methods— Admira Protect, dentin bonding agent (Tetric N Bond), and diode laser—on the retention of porcelain-fused-to-metal (PFM) crowns cemented with resin-modified glass ionomer cement (RMGIC).

Methods: Forty extracted, non-carious human premolars were prepared for full-coverage crowns and divided into four groups (n = 10): Group I (Control, no desensitizer), Group II (Admira Protect), Group III (Dentin bonding agent), and Group IV (Diode laser). Standardized tooth preparations were performed and PFM crowns were fabricated and cemented using RMGIC (RelyX Luting 2, 3M ESPE). …

Evaluation Of Enamel Demineralization Around Bonded Lingual Retainers Cured Using The Transillumination Technique: An In Vitro Semstudy, Monis Raza, Achint Juneja, Udit Chaudhary, Anju Treesa Jacob, Vikas Thakur, Aayush Sudan

International Arab Journal of Dentistry

Introduction: Polymerization technique may influence enamel demineralization around bonded lingual retainers by affecting adhesive integrity.

Methods: Eighty-four mandibular incisors were randomly allocated to conventional curing (30 s), transillumination (30 s), or combined curing (15 s each). Specimens underwent pH cycling and were evaluated using scanning electron microscopy. Demineralization was scored (0–3), and linear lesion depth was measured. Data were analyzed using Kruskal–Wallis, Bonferroni, and Mann–Whitney tests (p ≤ 0.05).

Results: Combined curing significantly reduced demineralization compared with conventional and transillumination protocols (p < 0.001). Gingival regions showed significantly greater demineralization than occlusal regions across all groups.

Conclusions: Combined curing improved enamel preservation and may be an effective strategy for bonded …

Destaining Of Stained Clear Aligners When Subjected To Different Cleaning Techniques: A Comparative In Vitro Analysis, Malik Cn Sadah, Raj Kumar Jaiswal, Amit Kumar Singh, Nishtha Srivastava, Stuti Raj, Ayushi Singh

International Arab Journal of Dentistry

Introduction: Clear aligners are widely used due to superior esthetics; however, staining and loss of transparency remain major clinical concerns. This study evaluated color changes in stained clear aligners after different destaining techniques.

Methods: In this in vitro comparative study, 40 new clear aligners were stained using coffee solution and divided into four groups: control, Invisalign cleaning crystals alone, crystals with ultrasonic cleaning, and crystals with motorized brushing. Color change was assessed using VITA Easyshade spectrophotometer, Adobe Photoshop LAB analysis, and Visual Analog Scale (VAS). Data were analysed using ANOVA, Tukey post hoc test, Kruskal–Wallis, and Mann–Whitney U …

Cholesterol Metabolism And Oral Health: An Integrative Review, Raíssa Colherinhas, Carla Guimarães Moutinho, Ana Cristina F Vinha, Carla Alexandra Lopes Andrade De Sousa E Silva

International Arab Journal of Dentistry

Background: This integrative review associated changes in cholesterol metabolism and oral diseases. Conditions such as periodontal disease, tooth loss and oral cancer may be influenced by imbalances in lipid levels through mechanisms involving inflammation, oxidative stress, and immune modulation.

Highlight: This review examined scientific studies published mainly in the last decade. The findings indicate consistent associations between hypercholesterolemia or hyperlipidemia and periodontal disease, diabetes mellitus, hypertension, cardiovascular conditions, peri-implant health, and tooth loss. Hypocholesterolemia was associated with oral squamous cell carcinoma. Periodontal disease was the most frequently investigated oral condition, representing almost half of the included studies.

Conclusion …

Psychological Therapy In The Management Of Temporomandibular Disorders: A Systematic Review, Pragatheeswari R, Kavitha M, Sarumathi T, Niveditha B, Barkavi Panchatcharam, Pavithra D, Samu Fathima A I, Vigneshwaran J

International Arab Journal of Dentistry

Aim: To evaluate the effectiveness of psychological therapy in the management of temperomandibular disorders compared to other treatment modalities.

Methodology: Studies were selected according to PICO criteria, considering the RDC/TMD as a reference, improvement of pain and psychological parameters were the primary outcomes. Data search was mainly carried out through electronic search in several renowned databases: PubMed, Embase, Scopus, Web of Science and Google scholar. The publications collected were published between 2010 and 2024. Randomized clinical trials that compared the efficacy of psychological treatment modality with other conservative treatment modalities were screened and evaluated. A total of 5 …

Stem Cell-Based Therapies In Periodontology And Implant Dentistry: A Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis, Abdullah Saeed, Marycris Padrigo

International Arab Journal of Dentistry

Introduction: Periodontal disease and peri-implantitis remain the leading causes of tooth and implant loss, and conventional regenerative procedures consistently fall short of full structural restoration. Stem cell therapies have emerged as a promising alternative, operating through multi-lineage differentiation, immunomodulation via paracrine signaling, and extracellular vesicle communication. Prior systematic reviews, however, lacked methodological rigor — omitting clustering adjustments, REML/HKSJ estimation, prediction intervals, and publication bias modeling.

Aim: This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated whether stem cell therapy produces superior clinical and radiographic outcomes compared to cell-free controls in adults with periodontal or peri-implant bone defects.

Methods: Searches across …

Letter To The Editor: “Tackling Large Periapical Cysts With Precision”, Kainaz Tehemton Zarolia, Varun B. Irani

International Arab Journal of Dentistry

On reviewing the article "Surgical Symphony : Tackling large periapical cysts with precision" we came across a few points to be highlighted in otherwise an extremely descriptive and informative article.

Development Of An Ai-Driven Application For Automated Evaluation Of Lower Extremity Impairments In Stroke And Rehabilitation, Alexander H. Do

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