Browsing Faculty Publications (HBMCDM) by Issue Date
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Dental arch dimensions, form and tooth size ratio among a Saudi sample
(2018)Objectives: To determine the dental arch dimensions and arch forms in a sample of Saudi orthodontic patients, to investigate the prevalence of Bolton anterior and overall tooth size discrepancies, and to compare the ... -
Preliminary Performance of the Advanced Dental Admission Test (ADAT): Association Between ADAT Scores and Other Variables for Applicants to Residency Programs at a U.S. Dental School
(2018)Abstract: Historically, dental residency programs have used numerical assessment criteria to evaluate and identify qualified candidates for admission. Recent elimination of such assessment tools has undermined many ... -
Analgesics Misuse: a Problem among Saudi Female Students
(2018)Background: The research aims to assess the knowledge and attitude of female high school students towards analgesics use. The research is a result of concerns raised by high school advisors in regards to the analgesics ... -
Non syndromic familial hypodontia - a case series
(2018)Aim: The aim of this case report is to discuss the features of non-syndromic familial hypodontia, which was noted in three siblings who had an unremarkable medical history. Summary: Congenital absence of teeth is ... -
Anterior teeth root inclination prediction derived from digital models: A comparative study of plaster study casts and CBCT images
(2018)Background: To assess the accuracy of digital models generated using commercially available software to predict anterior teeth root inclination characteristics and compare the results to relevant data obtained from CBCT ... -
Performance of Hawley-type retainers: a systematic review of randomized clinical trials
(2018)Background: Although post-treatment changes are almost inevitable, and retention has long been recognized as one of the most critical and routine problems faced by orthodontists, there remains a lack of certainty regarding ... -
Tooth wear during orthodontic treatment with fixed appliances: a systematic review
(2018)Objectives: Tooth wear, additional to the physiologic alterations of the dentition, may occur during orthodontic treatment. The objective of the present review was to investigate systematically the literature relevant to ... -
The Rieger Syndrome: a Case Report with Unusual Dental Findings
(2018)Background/Aim: The Rieger syndrome is a rare, autosomal dominant and phenotypically variable disorder, characterized by abnormalities of the anterior chamber of the eye, coincident with missing or misshapen teeth. Case ... -
Effectiveness of extraction of primary canines for interceptive management of palatally displaced permanent canines: a systematic review and meta-analysis
(2018)Background: Although extraction of primary canines in the mixed dentition has been suggested as a measure to prevent impaction of palatally displaced permanent canines (PDCs), the relevant evidence has been inconclusive ... -
Intraoral Appliances for the Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnoea Hypopnoea Syndrome
(2018)Abstract: Obstructive (Peripheral) Sleep Apnoea Hypopnoea Syndrome (OSAHS) is an increasing breathing problem, caused by the repetition of upper airway narrowing during sleep due to anatomical or pathophysiological effects. ... -
A systematic review and meta-analysis of primary teeth caries studies in Gulf Cooperation Council States
(2018)Objectives: The aim of the study was to evaluate the prevalence and severity of dental caries in pre-school children in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) area. Methods: A search of literature was conducted to identify ... -
Health professionals' perspectives on factors needed to implement nutrition strategy: A questionnaire validation study
(2018)Background: Noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) increasingly recognized as a serious, worldwide public health concern. According to the WHO, NCDs are currently responsible for two-thirds of global deaths annually. Nutritional ... -
Dental Arch Dimensions and Form in a Sudanese Sample
(2018)Abstract: The aim of this study is to determine the dental arch dimen¬sions (width and length) and form in a group of a Sudanese sample population. Background: The size and shape of dental arches have significant ... -
Extraction Planning in Orthodontics
(2018)Introduction: Planning extraction of teeth for orthodontic treatment is one of the challenging factors for successful functional and esthetic orthodontic results and for the longterm stability. Aim: The aim of this ... -
Authorship characteristics of orthodontic randomized controlled trials, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses in non orthodontic journals with impact factor
(2018)Background/Objective: This study was conducted to explore authorship characteristics and publication trends of all orthodontic randomized controlled trials (RCTs), systematic reviews (SRs), and meta-analyses (MAs) published ... -
Assessing Treatment Outcomes of a Graduate Orthodontic Program
(2018)Objectives: To assess treatment outcomes of a graduate orthodontic program during two different periods. Materials and Methods: Consecutive orthodontic patients’ files were selected from the archives of the Graduate ... -
The Relationship Between Hard Tissue and Soft Tissue Dimensions of the Nose in Children: A 3D Cone Beam Computed Tomography Study
(2018)Abstract: This study using three-dimensional cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) images of children determined relationships between nasal skeletal and soft tissue measurements and assessed the association with sex, age, ... -
Accuracy of three-dimensional dental resin models created by fused deposition modeling, stereolithography, and Polyjet prototype technologies: A comparative study
(2018)Objectives: The aim of this study was to assess the dimensional accuracy of fused deposition modeling (FDM)–, Polyjet-, and stereolithography (SLA)–produced models by comparing them to traditional plaster casts. Materials ... -
Oral manifestations and dentofacial anomalies in β-thalassemia major children in Dubai (UAE)
(2018-02)Aims: The purpose of this study was to identify special oral and dentofacial manifestations of β -thalassemia major ( Β TM) in Emarati children in Dubai (UAE). Materials and methods: A total of 38 (Β TM) and 76 healthy ... -
Clinical guidance and an evidence-based approach for restoration of worn dentition by direct composite resin
(2018-03)Abstract: This paper aims to provide the dentist with practical guidance on the technique for direct composite restoration of worn teeth. It is based on current evidence and includes practical advice regarding type of ...