Publications by authors named "Mohammed A Al-Labani"

Background: The symmetry between maxillary anterior teeth and the face holds significant importance. This study assessed and analyzed the relationship between facial parameters and anterior teeth in the maxillary arch of male and female subjects. Specifically, individual width and combined width (CW) measurements of the maxillary anterior teeth were investigated.

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  • The study aimed to analyze the prevalence and seriousness of dental misalignment (malocclusion) and the need for braces among high school students in Sana'a city.
  • A survey of 1,036 students showed that 38.9% required orthodontic treatment, with a significant portion having conditions like increased overjet and various bite issues.
  • Findings suggest a need for a more conservative approach to treating malocclusion in Sana'a's high school populations and indicate a gap in existing research on dental care for adolescents in the area.
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Objective: The purpose of this study was to describe the dentofacial morphology of Yemeni adults.

Materials And Methods: The lateral cephalograms of 100 Yemeni adults (50 males, 50 females) were included in the study. All subjects were born to Yemeni parents and grandparents.

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Aims And Objectives: Several studies have reported associations between the habit of chewing qat and the deterioration of periodontal health among adults in Yemen; however, qat's effect on the number of teeth has not yet been evaluated. The purpose of this observational study was to examine the relationship between the number of natural teeth and qat-chewing status among Yemeni participants.

Materials And Methods: The participants were interviewed with a structured questionnaire by a researcher on the day of the dental check-up.

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  • * A total of 185 children were examined, revealing a 40.54% prevalence of premature primary tooth loss, predominantly affecting the lower left primary second molar, with no significant differences between genders.
  • * The findings highlight the importance of preventive oral health programs to help maintain healthy primary teeth and reduce future malocclusion issues due to premature tooth loss.
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