Objective To compare the level of oral health-related quality life (OHRQoL) between patients receiving clear aligners or fixed appliances within one year follow-up using Oral Health Impact Profile 14 (OHIP-14), a validated self-administered questionnaire. Materials and methods A single-centered, two-arm parallel-group randomized controlled clinical trial was conducted on 36 adult (19 females, 17 males; age range: 18 to 25 years) who had severe crowding require orthodontic treatment with...

Abstract Introduction Chronic stress can interrupt personal life and cause fatigue, inability to concentrate, irritability. This study aims determine the prevalence of its associated factors among medical students in Syria whether social support could be a protective factor against stress. Methods A cross-sectional was conducted faculty medicine five Syrian universities. The Medical Student Stressor Questionnaire (MSSQ) used evaluate caused by possible sources And Social Support – short...

Background and objectives Recently, both surgical non-surgical interventions have gained popularity in accelerating orthodontic tooth movement, but there is no randomized controlled trial (RCT) comparing modalities terms of patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) during maxillary canine retraction. Therefore, this aimed to assess the PROMs associated with either low-level laser therapy (LLLT) or piezocision-assisted acceleration context Materials methods This was a single-blinded,...

Background and Objectives: To compare the oral-health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) outcomes between patients treated with modified Ni-Ti spring-based alignment appliances or conventional fixed using Oral Health Impact Profile 14 (OHIP-14), as well levels satisfaction appliance appearance, treatment progress, outcomes. Materials Methods: Thirty-six (11 males, 25 females) were randomly divided into two groups: either aligner springs group (MAA) traditional (FA). The allocation ratio was...

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the third most common globally, with rising incidence in developing countries due to lifestyle and dietary shifts. CRC often presents late-stage symptoms, leading higher mortality. Early detection through screening can significantly improve survival rates. In Syria, second cancer, but rates remain low, especially following decade-long war. This study aims assess knowledge of evaluate awareness among Syrians guide prevention strategies. A cross-sectional online...

The Syrian crisis has entered its ninth year with many being affected by the war. This is largest-scale study that aims to evaluate psychological profile of secondary school students in Syria.This a cross-sectional schools Damascus, Syria. surveys assessed working habits, smoking, war exposure, grades, socioeconomic status (SES), social support, health-related quality life (HRQL), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), problematic anger, and other parameters.This included 1369 which 53%...

Background.Only a few studies in the literature have reported patient-centered outcomes associated with minimally invasive corticotomy, and thus, related scientific evidence is limited.Objectives.The objective of this study was to evaluate upper canine retraction assisted piezocision or laser-assisted flapless corticotomy (LAFC).Material methods.Thirty-two patients (19 females, 13 males) at mean age 18.25 ±3.05 years were randomly divided into 2 equal groups: LAFC group (LG; n = 16) (PG;...

Background.Periodontal ligament (PDL) pain, associated with the insertion of elastomeric separators, is one most annoying experiences at beginning orthodontic treatment.Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) has recently been suggested as a method controlling this pain.Objectives.The aim study was to evaluate effectiveness LLLT on reducing pain separation and compare single dose (1 h before separators) vs 2 doses immediately after insertion).Material methods.This randomized controlled trial...

COVID-19 pandemic has led to psychological health issues one of which is fear. This study validates the Arabic version fear scale and suggests a new cutoff score measure among Syrian Population. A total 3989 participants filled an online survey consisting socio-demographic information, scale, patient questionnaire 9-item, generalized anxiety disorder 7-item. Receiver operating characteristic analysis was used define scores for in relation 7-item 9-item. The Cronbach α value 0.896, revealing...

The perinatal period is crucial for both mother and newborn, mental health, including prenatal postpartum depression (PPD), a significant aspect. Screening these disorders allows early treatment helps prevent risks to child. This prospective cohort study was carried out at University Hospital Obstetrics in Damascus City. first phase during the third trimester of pregnancy second involved follow-up assessment after 6 weeks delivery. Arabic-validated version Edinburgh Postnatal Depression...

Background and objectives A modified aligner appliance with nickel-titanium springs (MAA) is a relatively new that has not received extensive attention in orthodontics. This study evaluated the patient-reported outcomes when orthodontic treatment was provided using to treat mild lower incisor crowding. Materials methods prospective cohort consisted of 42 patients (11 males 31 females; mean age 21.69 ± 2.56 years) Twenty-one were treated springs, while remaining conventional fixed (FA)....

Introduction The pain and discomfort associated with orthodontic treatment are considered undesirable complications which may negatively affect the patient's cooperation reduce efficiency of treatment. This trial aimed to assess patient-centered outcomes in class I malocclusion severe crowding using self-ligating brackets (SLBs) or without an acceleration procedure (piezocision) compared traditional (TBs) a three-arm trial. Materials Methods Sixty-six patients (51 females, 15 males; mean age...

The purpose of this study is to determine the prevalence and risk factors for internet addiction disorder among Syrian medical students. students from 8 different universities participated in an online cross-sectional questionnaire between May 13 June 16, 2022. DASS-21 Depression, Anxiety, Stress Scale, Internet Addiction Test were 3 main determinants questionnaire. One thousand nine hundred fifty-three have our cross-sectional. Half participants private Damascus universities. 62.1% females,...

Background: Studies have shown that poor shelter or dwelling conditions may lead to deteriorations in health. Those with asthma be more susceptible compromised living and stress leading a higher risk of exacerbations. To describe the control quality life individuals diagnosed Damascus, Syria estimate prevalence respiratory symptoms dwellers without asthma. Methods: In this cross-sectional study, all 5 years older Al-Herjalleh were recruited complete questionnaire, which included items...

Abstract Background Several studies have demonstrated that mental (MH) and oral health (OH) of displaced children are negatively affected during the wartime. This may be a result general self-neglect psychological suffering. Therefore, previous suggested psychosocial support (PSS) is essential after humanitarian crises to prevent immediate long-term MH OH problems. study was undertaken evaluate effectiveness short-term approach in improving suffering from posttraumatic stress disorder...

Fear of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and its complications may result in stigmatization individuals who carry the virus. This is special concern to healthcare workers tolerate additional physical emotional stress at times pandemic. The aims this study are (1) develop validate COVID-19 Stigma Scale (COVISS-HCWs) survey; (2) investigate experience stigma among possibly dealing with patients five major public hospitals Damascus, Syria.We divided sample into two parts then underwent EFA...

Asthma is the most prevalent chronic respiratory disease (CRD) in children. It causes extensive morbidity and mortality worldwide. Since International Study of Allergies Childhood (ISAAC Phase III 2001-3), there have been no worldwide standardised surveys prevalence severity asthma school The Global Network (GAN) I aims to provide this information. We participated GAN with aim tracking changes Syria comparing results those ISAAC III. also aimed track impact war pollutants stress.GAN I,...

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a weighty cause of mortality worldwide, with growing incidence in the Middle East. Understanding level awareness about CRC screening among Syrian pop-ulation crucial public health interventions. A cross-sectional study was conducted from Sep-tember 22, 2023, to October 15, involving 928 participants six major governorates Syria. An online questionnaire containing socio-demographic, knowledge, and attitude sections used collect data. Descriptive statistics...

Recent research shows that secondary consequences of war on family, social, and economic life are important predictors psychological outcomes. Post traumatic stress disorders PTSDs have been found to increase dramatically during as they responses intense events, particularly which threaten life. Syria is facing a serious health problem since the number outpatients with somatic symptoms related has increased well inpatients psychiatric emergencies, also risen Syrian crisis. The WHO emphasizes...