Publications by authors named "Abdulbaset A Mufadhal"
Background And Objective: Ageism represents an important barrier to high-quality healthcare for older adults. The present study sought to translate and validate the Arabic version of the Ageism Scale for Dental Students (ASDS-Arabic).
Materials And Methods: The 27-item ASDS tool was translated from English into Arabic following recommended cross-sectional forward and backward translation guidelines.
Background: The study's objective was to use CBCT to ascertain the root and root canal anatomy of the permanent maxillary first molars in a Yemeni population. It was considered how gender affected the prevalence of root canal morphology.
Methods: A sample of 373 CBCT records of maxillary permanent first molars belonging to 373 Yemeni individuals (162 males and 211 females) aged between 12 and 65 years were included in this study.
Background: E-cigarette use is a trend worldwide nowadays with mounting evidence on associated morbidities and mortality. Dentists can modify the smoking behaviors of their patients. This study aimed to explore the knowledge, beliefs, attitude, and practice of E-cigarette use among dental students.
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- E-cigarette use, especially among youth, poses risks to both general and oral health, prompting this survey to assess its effects on dental students' health and hygiene practices.
- Conducted across 20 dental schools in 11 countries, the survey analyzed demographics, E-cigarette habits, self-reported health issues, and physiological changes, using statistical tools for analysis.
- Results revealed that while dental students generally maintained good oral hygiene, E-cigarette users experienced higher rates of health complaints, including dry mouth and heart palpitations, compared to non-users.