Publications by authors named "Amira A ElKhatib"

Background: Dental anxiety is a global problem in the realm of pediatric dentistry. The use of procedural sedation is recommended to avoid substandard or unsafe dental treatment in preschoolers. This study aimed to compare the effect sedation with Dexmedetomidine with or without Midazolam in terms of sedation level, analgesic effect and ease of treatment completion in preschool children.

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Background: Fear and anxiet are significant barriers of dental care in children. Sedation emerged as a valuable behaviour guidance technique to manage uncooperative children.

Aim: To evaluate the sedative and behavioral effectiveness of midazolam administered via nebulizer in comparison with intranasal atomizer in the behavior management of anxious children during dental treatment.

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Objectives: To evaluate the effect of sonic oscillation on penetration depth and marginal adaptation of resin-based fissure sealants.

Method And Materials: Thirty-six extracted human third molars were randomized into three groups: in the HF group, teeth were sealed with a filled-resin-based sealant (Helioseal F); in the Sonic-HF group, teeth were sealed with Helioseal F and subjected to sonic oscillation (Compothixo Device, 140 Hz vibration frequency and ± 150 µm amplitude) before curing; in the CO group, teeth were sealed with an unfilled-resin-based sealant (Clinpro). All teeth were thermocycled for 1,500 cycles at 5°C and 55°C, then sectioned buccolingually into four sections (mesial, two middle, and distal).

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Introduction: Hunter's syndrome (HS) is a severe metabolic disorder with heterogeneous multisystemic manifestations including orodental features. The heterogeneity of manifestations of HS, complicate the provision of proper dental care.

Case Report: A 12 years old male was diagnosed with HS and referred for a comprehensive oral rehabilitation after he failed to receive proper dental care.

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