Damascus University

This study tested whether an injection made from a patient's own blood (injectable platelet-rich fibrin) could reduce root shortening, a common side effect of braces for crowded front teeth. 36 adults with moderate crowding received either the injection or a placebo during their …

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 sometimes develops after a wrist fracture. Researchers gave vitamin C to some of the 220 adults with specific types of wrist fractures and compared them to th…

This study tested whether placing a nano-crystalline silver membrane on gums after surgical removal of dark pigment helps them heal faster and with less pain. Twelve adults with moderate to severe gum pigmentation took part. Results suggest the membrane may improve healing and re…

This study looked at 44 people aged 18-28 who had a canine tooth stuck in the roof of their mouth. Researchers compared the usual way of pulling the tooth into place with a method that uses a small surgical cut (corticotomy) to speed things up. They measured changes in tooth posi…

This study tested whether smelling a blend of lavender and neroli oils, listening to familiar music, or both could help 108 children aged 6-11 feel less anxious during a dental numbing injection. Children were divided into four groups: aromatherapy only, music only, both, or a pl…

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

This study looked at 60 people with overbite who needed braces. Researchers tested two methods—tiny cuts in the gum (piezocision) and low-level laser therapy—to see if they could move teeth faster than standard braces. The goal was to shorten treatment time while keeping gums hea…

This study tested whether a special injection of multiple drugs around the knee can better control pain after total knee replacement compared to standard painkillers like opioids and NSAIDs. 80 adults with end-stage knee arthritis were enrolled. The goal was to see if the injecti…

This study looked at whether a special tool called Physics forceps can make pulling out lower baby teeth less painful and less scary for children aged 6 to 9. Eighty healthy kids took part, and half had their tooth pulled with the new forceps while the other half had the usual me…

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 animated movies, some played video games, some did both, all using AR glasses o…

This study tested if using a low-level laser along with a small gum surgery (called piezocision) can safely speed up moving front teeth back with braces. 66 people with overbite took part. The goal was to see if the combo reduces root shortening and keeps gums healthy compared to…

This study looked at whether showing children videos or giving them sensory toys can reduce pain and anxiety when they get a numbing shot at the dentist. 100 healthy children aged 4-6 who had never been to the dentist before took part. Some kids got a distraction (visual or senso…

This study tested whether using special magnifying glasses (loupes) helps orthodontists place braces faster and with less discomfort for patients with crowded teeth. Sixty adults each had braces bonded on one side of the mouth with loupes and the other side without, so they could…

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 looked at whether a single implant in the lower jaw to support a denture could change hearing ability. Thirty adults aged 50-65 who had never worn dentures before had their hearing tested at several points: before and after getting a denture, after implant surgery, and…

This study looked at how two different heart protection solutions affect the heart muscle during bypass surgery. Researchers measured amino acid levels and injury markers in 20 patients. The goal was to understand which method might better protect the heart during surgery.

This study looked at whether applying milrinone or nitroglycerin directly onto the internal mammary artery (a key artery used in bypass surgery) could increase blood flow. Forty-six adults having planned heart bypass surgery took part. The goal was to measure any change in blood …

This study looked at 38 adults with Class II malocclusion (overbite) who needed their upper first premolars removed. Researchers compared how well round versus rectangular archwires moved the canine teeth into the gap. The goal was to see which wire shape worked better for tooth …

This study looked at whether small differences in genes related to the apelin system (which helps control blood pressure) are linked to a higher risk of coronary artery disease and high blood pressure. Researchers analyzed blood samples from 223 Syrian patients, comparing those w…

This study tested a conservative, tooth-friendly way to replace a missing upper front tooth using a ceramic bridge bonded to one or two neighboring teeth. Twenty-three adults took part, and the bridges were checked for at least 12 months to see how well they held up. The approach…

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 …