Abstract The aim of this study was to investigate the antimicrobial activity propolis‐based intracanal medicament against Enterococcus faecalis using infected dentine models, and compare its efficacy with that non‐setting calcium hydroxide paste when used as a short‐term medication for 1 2 days. A total 50 discs 7‐mm length obtained from extracted human teeth. Five were kept sterile serve negative control. remaining 45 contaminated E. divided into two groups ( n = 20) in addition five served...

This study was carried out to record maximum occlusal bite force (MBF) in Jordanian students with three different facial types: short, average, and long, determine the effect of gender, type functional occlusion, presence premature contacts parafunctional habits on MBF. Sixty dental (30 males 30 females) were divided into equal groups based maxillomandibular planes angle (Max/Mand) degree anterior overlap: included short-faced a deep overbite (Max/Mand ≤ 22 degrees), normal-faced normal that...

The aims of this study were to assess the periodontal health and oral hygiene status pregnant women non-pregnant controls evaluate effect socio-demographic other variables on such status. A total 400 women, whom 200 (mean age=30 years, s.e.m.=0.05) age=32 chosen at random from four centres. clinical parameters used Silness Loe plaque index (Pl.I), gingival (GI), probing pocket depth (PPD), attachment level (PAL), any relationship (age, education professional level) (gestation period,...

Metabolic syndrome (MeS) is common among Arab populations in Mediterranean countries. This study was conducted to assess the distribution of periodontal parameters patients with MeS and subjects without northern Jordan.A list all aged > or =25 years who participated a previous that aimed estimate prevalence Jordan obtained. A simple random sample 78 had another persons did not have were selected invited for dental examination. The oral hygiene six teeth status teeth, excluding third molars,...

This study was conducted to estimate the prevalence and awareness of halitosis among subjects a population, also compare results Halimeter(®) readings self-estimation assess relationship between oral health.A sample 205 employees from Jordan University for Science Technology (JUST) were selected as subjects. A standardized questionnaire focusing on dental hygiene, self-reported halitosis, smoking filled by all participants. In clinical examination, objective values assessment health presence...

Myeloid sarcoma (MS) is a rare hematological malignancy characterized as an extramedullary tumor mass of neoplastic myeloid blasts that may involve various anatomical sites and affect their tissue structure. Given MS very rare, there insufficient knowledge regarding its clinical features no well-established therapeutic guidelines. We conducted retrospective study patients diagnosed between 2000 2016 using the Surveillance, Epidemiology, End Results (SEER) database. studied survival outcomes...

<title>Abstract</title> Falluja City suffers from air pollution due to the increase in number of vehicles, intensity their movement city streets, and organization urban transport within city. The aim this study is effect transportation on concentration pollutants such as CO, CO₂, SO₂, NO₂, HC Fallujah. concentrations mentioned were measured at nine traffic intersection locations, including Al-Hadra, Street 40, Maysaloun, East Fallujah, Alatifa, Kamalyat,...

To cite this article: Int J Dent Hygiene DOI: 10.1111/j.1601‐5037.2009.00371.x Darwazeh AM‐G, Hammad MM, Al‐Jamaei AA. The relationship between oral hygiene and colonization with Candida species in healthy adult subjects. Abstract: Poor has been frequently suggested as a predisposing factor for candidal colonization, but the convincing evidence is lacking. Objective: assess compare both quantitatively qualitatively, groups of dentate subjects different levels determined by plaque index (PI)...

Abstract: This longitudinal study aimed at testing the efficacy of a school‐based caries preventive program, by comparing dental status two groups, group (436 children) and control (420 over period 4 years. The received program which consisted intensive oral hygiene instructions sessions, supervised daily tooth brushing using fluoridated paste in schools. only sessions. Annual examination to record status, Decayed Missed Filled Teeth Index (DMFT) deft, was conducted for both groups At end...

O besity and overweight according to the World Health Organization (WHO) are characterized by an abnormal excessive accumulation of fat that may impair health. 1 The primary cause this condition is imbalance between calorie intake consumption.A recent report demonstrated global prevalence obesity doubled 1980 2014. Interestingly, WHO stated in 2014, nearly 2.5 billion adults aged ≥18 years suffer from overweight. This equals approximately one-third world's population.Furthermore, considered fifth

Abstract: Objectives: The aim of this study was to investigate the effect an extract Thymus vulgari s (thyme) on growth Streptococcus mutans ( S. ) and adhesion bacterium human buccal epithelial cells. Methods: Different concentrations aqueous thyme were prepared effects investigated mutans. Furthermore, these extracts cells also compared with chlorhexidine digluconate. Results: data revealed that exposure showed a time concentration‐dependent decrease in bacterial viability. greatest...

Aim: To evaluate the quality of root canal treatment (RCT) performed by undergraduate (UG) dental students at Jordan University Dental Hospital (JUDH) using radiographic records. Methods: All RCTs UG in period between November 2013 and May 2014 were included this study (213 teeth). ‘Adequate’ filling was defined as having adequate length, density taper with absence any procedural error. Statistical analysis resulting data carried out Chi-square test (χ2). Results: 61.5% treated teeth 50.5%...