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View article: Assessment of Chemical, Mechanical, and Microscopic Properties of Novel Self-Adhesive Dental Composites
Assessment of Chemical, Mechanical, and Microscopic Properties of Novel Self-Adhesive Dental Composites Open
To synthesize and characterize a novel self-adhesive bioactive and antibacterial dental composite with enhanced mechanical properties. All components were procured from Sigma Aldrich, United States. Commercially available Filtek Z250 and N…
View article: Patient Satisfaction and Loyalty: Key Drivers of Positive Word-of-Mouth in Dental Primary Care Within Jeddah First Health Cluster, Saudi Arabia
Patient Satisfaction and Loyalty: Key Drivers of Positive Word-of-Mouth in Dental Primary Care Within Jeddah First Health Cluster, Saudi Arabia Open
This study evaluates patient satisfaction with dental services provided in public primary care clinics within the Jeddah First Health Cluster, Saudi Arabia. A cross-sectional survey was conducted in the second half of 2024 across 7 public …
View article: Unexpected role of corticosteroids in coronavirus disease 2019: A Saudi Arabian cohort study
Unexpected role of corticosteroids in coronavirus disease 2019: A Saudi Arabian cohort study Open
Objectives: Multiple studies suggested that therapies used by individuals with respiratory illnesses to have a protective effect against coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) infection. Our aim is to explore COVID-19 infection outcomes among…
View article: The Diagnostic Performance of Large Language Models and Oral Medicine Consultants for Identifying Oral Lesions in Text-Based Clinical Scenarios: Prospective Comparative Study
The Diagnostic Performance of Large Language Models and Oral Medicine Consultants for Identifying Oral Lesions in Text-Based Clinical Scenarios: Prospective Comparative Study Open
Background The use of artificial intelligence (AI), especially large language models (LLMs), is increasing in health care, including in dentistry. There has yet to be an assessment of the diagnostic performance of LLMs in oral medicine. Ob…
View article: Critical Analysis of Reporting Quality of Network Meta-Analyses in Periodontology and Implantology
Critical Analysis of Reporting Quality of Network Meta-Analyses in Periodontology and Implantology Open
The increasing recognition of network meta-analyses (NMAs) in dentistry, particularly in periodontology and implantology, lacks assessed reporting quality. To address this, our study will undertake a systematic review of previously reporte…
View article: Impact of Maternal Status on Dental Pain Perception in Adult Women: A Cross-sectional Study
Impact of Maternal Status on Dental Pain Perception in Adult Women: A Cross-sectional Study Open
Background Pain perception is a complex and subjective experience influenced by various factors, including demographic, genetic, and psychosocial characteristics. Previous research has established differences in pain perception between sex…
View article: The Impact of Criminalizing Workplace Violence: A Study of Healthcare Workers in Saudi Arabia After Policy Changes
The Impact of Criminalizing Workplace Violence: A Study of Healthcare Workers in Saudi Arabia After Policy Changes Open
Background:-Violence against the healthcare workers (HCW) is a growing problem. Workplace violence (WPV) has direct impact on the HCW health and well-being which adversely affect the services provided. Our study aims to explore the landsca…
View article: Comparative analysis of deep learning algorithms for dental caries detection and prediction from radiographic images: a comprehensive umbrella review
Comparative analysis of deep learning algorithms for dental caries detection and prediction from radiographic images: a comprehensive umbrella review Open
Background In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) and deep learning (DL) have made a considerable impact in dentistry, specifically in advancing image processing algorithms for detecting caries from radiographical images. Despite th…
View article: Association between Obesity and Dental Caries in Adults: An Analysis of WHR, and DMFT Score
Association between Obesity and Dental Caries in Adults: An Analysis of WHR, and DMFT Score Open
Introduction: The relationship between obesity and dental caries in adults presents inconsistent findings in current literature, which necessitates further research to clarify this relationship. This study aimed to examine the association …
View article: User Insights into Fake Snap-on Veneers: Perceptions and Experiences
User Insights into Fake Snap-on Veneers: Perceptions and Experiences Open
This study sheds light on a cautious approach toward fake snap-on veneers, despite their esthetic appeal. This underscores the need for strict regulations, public awareness campaigns, and ethical dental practices to ensure informed decisio…
View article: Exploring Secondary Traumatic Stress as a Post-Pandemic Challenge for Healthcare Workers Practicing in Saudi Arabia
Exploring Secondary Traumatic Stress as a Post-Pandemic Challenge for Healthcare Workers Practicing in Saudi Arabia Open
Female healthcare workers, doctors, and those younger than 50 years old were all found to be at a significantly higher risk of STS. Interestingly, sleep duration emerged as a potential protective factor, with those sleeping 7 hours exhibit…
View article: Advancing Environmental Sustainability in Dentistry and Oral Health
Advancing Environmental Sustainability in Dentistry and Oral Health Open
Environmental sustainability entails the responsibility of safeguarding global ecosystems and natural resources to enhance well-being and prosperity. Within the dental profession, a commitment to supporting a transition to a green economy …
View article: Revitalizing oral cancer research: Crispr-Cas9 technology the promise of genetic editing
Revitalizing oral cancer research: Crispr-Cas9 technology the promise of genetic editing Open
This review presents an in-depth analysis of the immense potential of CRISPR-Cas9 technology in revolutionizing oral cancer research. It underscores the inherent limitations of conventional treatments while emphasizing the pressing need fo…
View article: Comparative impacts of Saudi Arabian and Egyptian Aspergillus flavus-associated Aflatoxin B1 on rats
Comparative impacts of Saudi Arabian and Egyptian Aspergillus flavus-associated Aflatoxin B1 on rats Open
Aflatoxin B1 (AFB1) is a carcinogenic secondary metabolite of filamentous Aspergillus species. This study investigated the effects of Saudi Arabian (local) and Egyptian (imported) Aspergillus flavus-associated AFB1 on rats (hematological p…
View article: Panoramic view of key cross-talks underpinning the oral squamous cell carcinoma stemness - unearthing the future opportunities
Panoramic view of key cross-talks underpinning the oral squamous cell carcinoma stemness - unearthing the future opportunities Open
The clinical management of oral cancer is often frequented with challenges that arise from relapse, recurrence, invasion and resistance towards the cornerstone chemo and radiation therapies. The recent conceptual advancement in oncology ha…
View article: Salivary Hormones Leptin, Ghrelin, Glucagon, and Glucagon-Like Peptide 1 and Their Relation to Sweet Taste Perception in Diabetic Patients
Salivary Hormones Leptin, Ghrelin, Glucagon, and Glucagon-Like Peptide 1 and Their Relation to Sweet Taste Perception in Diabetic Patients Open
Diabetes mellitus (DM) is one of the most common diseases worldwide. DM may disrupt hormone regulation. Metabolic hormones, leptin, ghrelin, glucagon, and glucagon-like peptide 1, are produced by the salivary glands and taste cells. These …
View article: The short-term effect of different chlorhexidine forms versus povidone iodine mouth rinse in minimizing the oral SARS-CoV-2 viral load: An open label randomized controlled clinical trial study
The short-term effect of different chlorhexidine forms versus povidone iodine mouth rinse in minimizing the oral SARS-CoV-2 viral load: An open label randomized controlled clinical trial study Open
Several investigations evaluated the possibility of different types of mouth wash rinse in minimizing the SARS-CoV-2 load. However, results still controversial. The study aim is to assess the short-term efficiency of several over-the-count…
View article: Prevalence of Electronic Cigarette Usage Among Medical Students in Saudi Arabia – A Systematic Review
Prevalence of Electronic Cigarette Usage Among Medical Students in Saudi Arabia – A Systematic Review Open
The systematic review aimed to report the prevalence of electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) usage among medical students in Saudi Arabia. Electronic databases were searched for scientific research articles published from January 2010 until …
View article: Awareness and Attitude toward the Replacement of Missing Teeth among Patients at a Dental Institute: A Cross-sectional Study
Awareness and Attitude toward the Replacement of Missing Teeth among Patients at a Dental Institute: A Cross-sectional Study Open
The replacement of missing teeth is important in rehabilitating the form, function, esthetics, and integrity of the stomatognathic system. There are various treatment options available for replacing missing teeth. Very few patients are awa…
View article: Can periodontal pockets and caries lesions act as reservoirs for coronavirus?
Can periodontal pockets and caries lesions act as reservoirs for coronavirus? Open
The periodontal pocket and likely caries lesions may act as a reservoir and source of dissemination and development of systemic infections. While periodontal pockets have been found to harbor several viral species, there is no information …
View article: Characteristics of Oral Manifestations in Symptomatic Non-Hospitalized COVID-19 Patients: A Cross-Sectional Study on a Sample of the Saudi Population
Characteristics of Oral Manifestations in Symptomatic Non-Hospitalized COVID-19 Patients: A Cross-Sectional Study on a Sample of the Saudi Population Open
Loss of taste was the most prevalent specific reported oral manifestation. Other nonspecific oral lesions/symptoms are controversial. It has been suggested that oral examinations of COVID-19 patients should be conducted as part of routine …
View article: Dental Caries Experience among Down's Syndrome Population in Saudi Arabia – A Systematic Review
Dental Caries Experience among Down's Syndrome Population in Saudi Arabia – A Systematic Review Open
It is the most common and best-known chromosomal disorder in humans. Its incidence in Saudi Arabia is reported to be 1 in 554 live births. and the scientific evidence on the experience of dental caries (Dental Caries) in DS population is n…
View article: Tinospora cordifolia (Thunb.) Miers (Giloy) inhibits oral cancer cells in a dose-dependent manner by inducing apoptosis and attenuating epithelial-mesenchymal transition
Tinospora cordifolia (Thunb.) Miers (Giloy) inhibits oral cancer cells in a dose-dependent manner by inducing apoptosis and attenuating epithelial-mesenchymal transition Open
Aqueous extract of TcE induces apoptosis-mediated cell death in the oral cancer cell line AW13516 while attenuating its potential for epithelial mesenchymal transition.
View article: Oral health of children in association with gender and mothers’ education: a comparative cross-sectional study
Oral health of children in association with gender and mothers’ education: a comparative cross-sectional study Open
Objectives: To evaluate the association between gender and mothers' education, and the oral hygiene of their children.
Methods: This comparative cross-sectional study included 531 children in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Arabic was chosen for th…
View article: Digital Eye Strain During COVID-19 Lockdown in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Digital Eye Strain During COVID-19 Lockdown in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia Open
Objectives: This study aimed to determine the prevalence of computer vision syndrome (CVS) and associated risk factors of prolonged use of electronics.
Methods:
This was an online non-interventional cross-sectional studyconducted over th…