Publications by authors named "Mashael Z Alfuhigi"
Background: Orthodontic appliances can influence the oral environment, including salivary pH levels, which play a crucial role in maintaining oral health. Understanding how different orthodontic appliances affect salivary pH levels can help in improving treatment outcomes and minimizing potential side effects.
Materials And Methods: In this study, we evaluated the effects of various orthodontic appliances on salivary pH levels using a simulated oral environment.
Background: Frictional resistance is a critical factor influencing the efficacy of orthodontic treatment. Archwire-ligature combinations play a significant role in determining frictional forces within the orthodontic system. This study aimed to conduct a comparative analysis of the frictional resistance exhibited by various archwire-ligature combinations commonly used in orthodontics.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Orthodontic treatment involves the use of various materials, including brackets and wires, which come into direct contact with oral tissues. Biocompatibility of these materials is crucial to ensure patient safety and treatment success. This study aims to evaluate the biocompatibility of orthodontic brackets and wires through an in-vitro investigation.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Orthodontic bonding materials are extensively used in dentistry, but their antimicrobial properties are of growing concern due to the risk of biofilm formation and associated complications. Understanding the antimicrobial efficacy of these materials is crucial for maintaining oral health during orthodontic treatment.
Materials And Methods: In this study, we evaluated the antimicrobial properties of various orthodontic bonding materials against common oral pathogens.