Awareness to consequences of teeth missing and prosthodontics treatment options among people of Aseer region, Saudi Arabia.

Background: Good teeth play a significant role in keeping a healthy personality and a decent quality of life. Loss of tooth is listed among the top hundred health condition affecting the world population, resulting not only in aesthetic and functional damage but also has negative social impact thus affecting the overall quality of life. It has been estimated to cause 7.

Evaluation of Cellular Phones for Potential Risk of Nosocomial Infection amongst Dental Operators and Auxiliary Staff.

Background: This study evaluates cellular phones for potential risk of nosocomial infection amongst dental operators and auxiliary staff in a dental school.

Materials And Methods: Each participant's mobile phone was first cleaned with 70% isopropyl alcohol swab. Following the cleansing protocol, the partakers were asked to make a short phone call.

Microscopic and ultrastructural changes of Müller's muscle in patients with simple congenital ptosis.

Purpose: To study microscopic and ultrastructural changes of Müller's muscle in patients with isolated congenital ptosis.

Methods: In this prospective, observational case-control study, Müller's muscle specimens were collected during ptosis surgical correction for 18 consecutive patients. Each specimen was divided into 2 parts.