Publications by authors named "Ali Al Sharqi"
: Nonsurgical periodontal treatment (NSPT) is the gold-standard technique for treating periodontitis. However, an individual's susceptibility or the inadequate removal of subgingival biofilms could lead to unfavorable responses to NSPT. This study aimed to assess the potential of salivary and microbiological biomarkers in predicting the site-specific and whole-mouth outcomes of NSPT.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThis study investigates the impact of nonsurgical periodontal treatment (NSPT) on oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) in patients with periodontitis stages (S)2 and S3, and the factors associated with the prediction of patient-reported outcomes. Periodontitis patients (n = 68) with moderately deep periodontal pockets were recruited. Responses to the Oral Health Impact Profile (OHIP)-14 questionnaire and clinical parameters including plaque index, bleeding on probing (BOP), probing pocket depth (PPD), and clinical attachment loss (CAL) were recorded.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFTeratomas are neoplasms that commonly arise from the gonads. It is rare that they originate in the kidney. Immature intrarenal teratomas are exceptionally rare.
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- The dental plaque biofilm is a key factor in starting and worsening periodontal disease, composed of various microorganisms in an organized structure.
- The early theory suggested that just having more plaque leads to disease, but recent research shows that it’s more complex, involving interactions between bacteria and the host immune system.
- Not all bacteria in the biofilm are harmful; some are beneficial and help maintain a healthy balance, which prevents disease progression and influences broader health issues.
Objective: To assess the safety of pregnancy in ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunt-dependent women.
Methods: Three electronic databases MEDLINE (PubMed), EMBASE, and the Cochrane Library were systematically searched to identify studies published in English between 1950 and 2019. We additionally searched Web of Science, Google Scholar, and ClinicalTrials.
The rising demand for dermatology services calls for more -efficient clinics. However, there is a lack of evidence to guide the allocation of time for dermatological consultations. Our study analysed 607 dermatology consultations led by 23 clinicians.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Multiple modalities are available for treating acne scars, one of which is chemical peeling.
Objective: To evaluate the efficacy of medium-depth peels in the treatment of acne scars.
Methods: A total of 15 patients (14 women and 1 man) were seen between November 1998 and March 2000.