Damascus University

This study tested whether a gel made from a patient's own blood (injectable platelet-rich fibrin) could reduce root shortening, a common side effect of braces. 36 adults with crowded front teeth received braces, and the gel was applied to one side of the mouth. The goal was to se…

This study tested a special type of dental bridge to replace a missing upper front tooth. The bridge is made from a strong, tooth-colored material and is glued to the neighboring teeth, requiring less drilling than a traditional bridge. Twenty-three adults were followed for at le…

This study looked at 50 adults with myasthenia gravis who had a severe muscle weakness crisis. It compared two treatments: intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) and plasma exchange (PLEX). The goal was to see which one improved muscle strength more after 14 days. Researchers also tra…

This study looked at 39 people with missing back teeth and narrow jawbones who needed dental implants. Researchers tested three different bone-splitting techniques (using a special drill, a vibrating tool, or a magnetic hammer) to make room for the implant. The goal was to see wh…

This study looked at whether taking vitamin C can prevent Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), a painful condition that can develop after a wrist fracture. Researchers enrolled 220 adults with specific types of wrist fractures. Participants were given vitamin C to see if it red…

This study looked at whether applying a nano-crystalline silver membrane after surgical removal of dark gum pigment helps gums heal better and reduces pain. Twelve adults with dark upper gums received the treatment. Researchers checked healing and pain levels for four weeks after…

This study tested a needle-free device called INJEX to see if it could reduce pain and anxiety in children aged 6 to 9 during dental numbing shots. Fifty-two kids were randomly assigned to get anesthesia via the needle-free device or a traditional syringe. Researchers measured pa…

This study tested whether augmented reality (AR) glasses can help children aged 7-9 feel less pain and anxiety during a dental numbing injection. 108 children were split into four groups: some watched cartoons, some played video games on AR glasses, and some did both. The results…

This study tested whether smelling lavender-neroli oil or listening to familiar cartoon music could help children feel less anxious during a dental numbing shot. 108 children aged 6-11 were split into four groups: aromatherapy only, music only, both, or a placebo mask. The result…

This study tested whether a single injection of steroid medicine given during cataract surgery works as well as standard steroid eye drops for controlling inflammation afterward. 72 adults aged 50 and older having routine cataract surgery took part. The goal was to see if the inj…

This study looked at whether a special tool called Physics forceps can make pulling out lower baby molars less painful and less scary for children aged 6 to 9. Eighty healthy kids were randomly assigned to get the tooth pulled with either the new forceps or the usual ones. Resear…

This study looked at whether two techniques—piezocision (tiny gum cuts) and low-level laser therapy—can make teeth move faster during braces. Sixty adults with a specific bite problem (Class II malocclusion) had their upper canines pulled back after tooth extractions. The goal wa…

This study tested whether using a low-level laser together with a small gum surgery (piezocision) can safely speed up moving front teeth back with braces. Sixty-six healthy young adults with overbite were split into three groups: laser plus surgery, surgery alone, or standard bra…

This study tested whether visual or sensory distractions (like videos or toys) help reduce pain and anxiety in 100 healthy children aged 4-6 during a dental numbing shot. Kids were randomly assigned to a distraction group or a no-distraction group. Researchers measured pain and a…

This study tested whether using special magnifying glasses (loupes) helps orthodontists put braces on faster and with less discomfort for patients with crowded teeth. 60 adults each had braces placed on one side of their mouth with loupes and the other side without. The goal was …

This study looked at 44 people aged 18-28 with a single upper canine tooth stuck in the roof of the mouth. Researchers compared the usual method of pulling the tooth into place with a newer technique that involves a small surgical cut (corticotomy) to speed things up. They measur…

This study tested whether a single injection of multiple pain-relieving drugs around the knee joint can better control pain after total knee replacement compared to standard pain medications alone. Eighty adults with end-stage knee arthritis were randomly assigned to receive eith…

This study looked at 20 people having routine heart bypass surgery to compare two ways of protecting the heart muscle during the operation. Researchers measured changes in amino acids and injury markers in the heart. The goal was to understand how well each method works, not to t…

This study looked at whether a single implant in the lower jaw to hold a denture can change hearing ability. Thirty adults aged 50-65 who had never worn dentures before were tested. Their hearing was measured before and after getting the denture, after implant surgery, and after …

This study explored whether certain gene changes in the apelin system are linked to coronary artery disease and high blood pressure. Researchers analyzed blood samples from 223 Syrian patients to measure apelin levels and look for specific genetic variations. The goal was to bett…

This study looked at 40 young adults (ages 18-25) with severe crowding who needed four premolars removed. Half got clear aligners, half got traditional braces. Researchers used 3D X-rays to measure how much the tooth roots shortened during treatment. The goal was to see if clear …

This study looked at whether applying milrinone or nitroglycerin directly onto a heart artery during bypass surgery can increase blood flow. 46 adults having planned heart surgery took part. The goal was simply to measure and compare the effects of these drugs on artery flow, not…

This study looked at 38 adults aged 18-25 with Class II malocclusion (overbite) who needed their upper first premolars removed. Researchers compared how well round versus rectangular archwires moved the canine teeth back into place. The goal was to see which wire type worked bett…