Dental Medicine & Surgery Department Head
Dr. Ebaa Ibrahim Al-Agha
Associate Professor of Restorative Dentistry
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Qualifications & Specialty
Obtained a bachelor’s degree in Oral and Dental Surgery from October 6th University in Egypt in 2003 and obtained a Master’s degree from Al-Azhar University in Egypt in 2013 and obtained a Diploma in total quality management in health care from the American University in Egypt in 2013. Dr. Alagha completed her specialization studies by obtaining a Ph.D. from Al-Azhar University in Egypt in 2016.
Publications
| Title | Journal | Year |
| 1. Finite Element Analysis of Restored Principal Abutment in Free-End Saddle Partial Denture. | Clin Cosm and Invest Dent. 2022,14; 11-17. | 2002 |
| 2. Microleakage Evaluation in Class V Cavities Restored with Five Different Resin Composites: In Vitro Dye Leakage Study. | Clin Cosm and Invest Dent. 2021:13; 405–411. | 2021 |
| 3. Comparing Impact of Two Resin Infiltration Systems on Microhardness of Demineralized Human Enamel After Exposure to Acidic Challenge. | Open Access Maced J Med Sci. 2021, 14(9):92-97. | 2021 |
| 4. Effect of different bonding techniques on marginal adaptation of Harmonize composite resin at different storage times. | J Pharma Bioall Sci. 2021, 5(13):586-9. | 2021 |
| 5. Microhardness Assessment of Two Nanohybrid Composite Resins with Two Curing Technologies. | Open Access Maced J Med Sci. 2021 Apr 17; 9(D):81-86. | 2021 |
| 6. Effect of two different remineralizing agents on white spot lesions. | Open Access Maced J Med Sci. 2021, January, (9):14-18. | 2021 |
| 7. Effect of Different Finishing and Polishing Techniques on Surface Roughness of Two Universal Nanohybrid Composite Resins. | Open Access Maced J Med Sci.2020, October, 10(8):182-188. | 2020 |
| 8. Effect of using different remineralizing agents on micro shear bond strength of nanohybrid composite resin. | Open Access Maced J Med Sci. 2020, April, 10(8); 70-76. | 2020 |
| 9. Microleakage of sonic-activated composite resin restorations in class II cavities. | IJDHS, 2018; 5(5). | 2018 |
| 10. Microleakage of different resin composites of class II posterior restorations placed at the cementoenamel junction. | EDJ, 2016, Vol. 61, No. 4. | 2016 |
| 11. Nanoleakage of Class V resin restorations using two nano-filled adhesive systems. | JIOH, 2015; 7(7):1-6. | 2015 |
| 12. Effect of different gingival margin restorations of class II cavities on microleakage: an invitro study. | E.P., 2015,7(7): 1435-40. | 2015 |
| 13. In vitro solubility and wear rates of silorane and dimethacrylate resin-based composite restorative materials under P.H. conditions | JIOH. 2015; S (1):9-13. | 2015 |
| 14. Bacterial evaluation for one- and two-pieces implant design supporting mandibular overdenture. | NNJ, 2015 Nov-Dec;56(6):400-3. | 2015 |
Research Interests:
Esthetic restorations, Digital Dentistry
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Dental Medicine & Surgery Department Faculty Members
Dr. Ahmed Ibrahim Mahrous
Professor of Prosthodontics & Oral Implantology
Head of Quality, Development, and Accreditation Unit
Qualifications & Specialty
Obtained a bachelor’s degree in Oral and Dental Surgery from October 6th University in the Arab Republic of Egypt in 2003, and he also obtained a master’s degree from Al-Azhar University in Cairo in 2008.
Dr. Ahmed completed his specialization in prosthodontics and dental implants by obtaining a Ph.D. from Al-Azhar University in the Arab Republic of Egypt in 2012. Also, he obtained a Total Hospital Management& Quality Diploma from the American University in Cairo (AUC) in 2013.
Research Interest
Prof. Ahmed is interested in Implantology and management of edentulous patients as well as Medical education and assessment methods in medical schools
Publications:
Prof. Ahmed has many published research in Prosthodontics well-known Journals
| Title | Journal | Year |
| Effect of two retention modalities on Single midline implant supporting mandibular overdenture | Macedonian Journal of Medical Sciences | Jan 2023 https://doi.org/10.3889/oamjms.2023.10608 |
| Within-patient evaluation of chewing efficiency and maximum bite force of conventional dentures, fixed prostheses, and milled bar overdentures used for All-on-4 implant rehabilitation of atrophied mandibular ridges. A short-term randomized trial. | Clinical Implant Dentistry & Related Research | Aug 2022 Pages 522-531Volume 24, Issue4 Article DOI: https://doi.org/10.1111/cid.13104 |
| Patient satisfaction and prosthetic complications of maxillary implant overdentures opposing mandibular implant overdentures with bar, telescopic and stud attachments. A one-year prospective trial | The International Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Implants (JOMI) | Sep-Oct 2022 Pages 1044–1054 Volume 37 , Issue 5 Article DOI: 10.11607/jomi.9610 |
| Resilient Stud Versus Bar Attachments for Inclined Implants Supporting Mandibular Overdentures. An In Vitro Study of Loading and Dislodging Strains | The International Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Implants (JOMI) | Sep-Oct 2022 Pages 982–988 Volume 37 , Issue 5 Article DOI: 10.11607/jomi.9560 |
| Axial and non-axial retention forces of different designs of milled bar attachments for maxillary implant overdentures. An in-vitro study | The International Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Implants (JOMI) | Nov-Dec 2022 Pages 1195–1201 Volume 37 , Issue 6 Article DOI: 10.11607/jomi.9684 |
| Finite Element Analysis of Restored Principal Abutment in Free-End Saddle Partial Denture. | Journal of Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dentistry | Vol 14. Jan 2022 |
| Three-dimensional marginal bone loss around implants supporting fixed metal-ceramic prosthesis and implant overdentures using CBCT in patients with mandibular edentulous ridges. 3-years randomized clinical trial | Egyptian dental Journal EDJ | Jan.2022 |
| Influence of Implant and Attachment Type on Stress Distribution in Mandibular Implant-Retained Overdentures at | Egyptian Dental Journal EDJ. | Sep. 2019 |
| Analysis for the effect of implant position and denture base materials on stress distribution in single implant supported mandibular overdenture (3D FINITE ELEMENT STUDY) | Egyptian Dental Journal EDJ. | October 2018, Page 3927-3934,Volume 64,Issue 4 Article DOI: 10.21608/edj.2018.79507 |
| Stress analysis evaluation of Combining Resilient Attachments with Different Cantilever Bar Length on Supporting Structures of Implant Supported Overdenture in-vitro study. | Egyptian dental Journal EDJ | Vol119, October 2017 |
| Evaluation of Retention for Implant Retained Mandibular over Denture using Two Different Denture Base Materials” | IDJST | Vol10 issue 27 July 2017 (Scopus indexed) |
| Marginal bone level evaluation of implant supported Kennedy class I Removable partial overdentures using Cobalt-Chromium clasps versus Acetal Resin Clasps Direct retainers “ | Egyptian dental Journal EDJ | Vol62, No2, April 2016 |
| Evaluation of speech with different maxillary complete denture base designs” | Egyptian dental Journal EDJ | Vol64, April 2016 |
| Bacterial evaluation for one-and two-piece implant design supporting mandibular overdentures” | Nigerian Medical Journal NMJ, | Vol56, No6 November 2015 |
| Two years retrospective Evaluation of overdenture retained by Symphyeal single implant Using two types of attachments | JIOH Journal of international Oral health | 2015;7(6):4-8 |
| Clinical and Radiographic evaluation of Median Lingualized occlusion in implant retained mandibular Complete overdentures” | JIOH Journal of international Oral health | 2015;8(1):5-8 |
| Evaluation of Anti-Fungal effect nanoparticles with different types of acrylic resin denture bases” | Egyptian Dental Journal EDJ | Vol61,3443:3449, July 2015 |
| Implant supported distal extension overdentures retained by two types of attachments. A comparative radiographic study by cone beam CT” | JIOH Journal of international Oral health | 2015;7(3):1-6 |
| Implant supported Kennedy class I Removable partial overdentures using Cobalt-Chromium clasps versus Acetal Resin Clasps Direct retainers. | International Dental Journal | October 2015 |
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Dr. Basma Sarhan
lecturer in Operative Dentistry
Qualifications and Specialty
Obtained a bachelor’s degree in Dentistry from Misr University for Science and Technology in Egypt in 2007.
Dr. Sarhan obtained a master’s degree from Cairo University in Egypt in 2013.
Publications:
- Influence of Enamel Shade Thickness on Color and Translucency Parameters of Nano-filled Resin Composites – Egyptian Dental Journal – 2013
- The level of knowledge among dentists and dental students in Saudi Arabia regarding repair versus replacement of composite restorations – International Journal of Dentistry and Oral Science – 2021
Research Interests:
Recent Advances in Esthetic Dentistry
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Dr. Albaraa Abdulrazaq Makhdoom
Lecturer of Restorative Dentistry
Qualifications & Specialty
Dr. Makhdom completed his Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) at Vision College in 2018. In 2022, he obtained a Saudi specialty certificate of Restorative Dentistry (SBRD)
Dr. Makhdom is known to be an expert in his field and has generously shared his expertise by teaching numerous dental photography courses. He is currently the Deputy Program Director of the Saudi Board of Restorative Dentistry at Vision College – Jeddah.
Publications
Irradiance of Different Curing Modes of Common Light Cure Devices: An In Vitro Study
Research Interest
Restorative dentistry, minimally invasive dentistry
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Dr.Sahar Esam Ghandoura is currently a lecturer in clinical periodontology- Dental Medicine & Surgery Department, at Vision Medical College – Jeddah. She graduated from King Abdulaziz University in 2013. Dr.Sahar is a board-certified Periodontist. She received her Saudi board certification in Periodontics in 2021.
Research Interests are regenerative periodontics and implant dentistry.
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Dr. Walaa Abd El Aty Ahmed is an assistant professor at the Dental Medicine and surgery Department at Vision Medical College – Jeddah. She obtained a bachelor’s degree in dental medicine and surgery from Cairo University Egypt 2004. Dr. Walaa Ahmed obtained a master’s degree in oral and maxillofacial radiology from Cairo University Egypt 2011. The doctor completed her specialty by obtaining a PhD from Cairo University Egypt 2018.
Research interests: She is interested in scientific research in the field of oral and dental radiology and shared research between the specialty of oral radiology and the specialty of oral surgery. There are many scientific papers published in local and international journals in this field.
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Dr. Iffat Mirza Ahmed is an Assistant Professor in the Dental Medicine and Surgery Department. She is also the Head of Research Ethics Committee and Head of Continuous Education Committee at Vision Medical College-Jeddah. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Dental Surgery, Master’s in Clinical Research and PhD in Clinical Research. She also has Professional Fellowship in University Teaching and Learning from Iman Abdulrahman bin Faisal University.
Research interests exploring innovative methods to enhance early detection of diseases and targeted treatment approaches.
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Dr. Esraa Ali Mohammed Sayed Lecturer in Endodontics Dentistry- Dental Medicine & Srugery Department, and Head of Alumni Unit and Supervisor of the Admission and Registration Committee at the College of Medical Vision – Jeddah she obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Dentistry from University of Khartoum for Medical Sciences in Sudan at 2009, and Dr. Sayed obtained a master’s degree from the University of National Ribat University- Sudan at 2018.
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Dr. Hasan MohammamAli Jamal
Assistant Professor of Paediatric Dentistry
Qualifications & Specialty:
Dr Jamal received his clinical PhD from University College London in 2021, specialising in Pediatric Dentistry. He is a member of the Royal College of Surgeons in Edinburgh, Glasgow and England. He obtained a first master’s degree in dentistry from King’s College London: and a second master’s degree in biomaterials science from Queen Mary University in London. Dr. Jamal also works as a consultant for sustainable development at the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties. He is a World Dental Federation’s sustainability team member and the project lead and founder of the “Saudi Sustainable Oral Healthcare Initiative”.
Publications and Research Interest
Dr. Hasan Jamal’s research portfolio demonstrates a diverse range of interests with a particular focus on three main areas: sustainable healthcare/dentistry, pediatric dentistry, and dental biomaterials/regenerative dentistry. His publication record includes prominent works in journals like Nature Communications, MDPI, BMC Oral Health, and various other respected dental journals. His publications show significant work in dental biomaterials, particularly regarding matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) inhibitors and adhesive systems, as well as regenerative dentistry and tissue engineering. In pediatric dentistry, he has contributed to the literature on topics like molar incisor hypomineralization and adhesive strategies. This research profile aligns well with his current roles, particularly his position as a Consultant in Sustainable Development at the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties and his involvement with the World Dental Federation’s Sustainability in Dentistry initiative.
| Title | Journal | Year |
| National Study on Environmental Sustainability in Saudi Healthcare: Knowledge, Perception, Practices, and Motives of Practitioners and Leaders | On-going | 2025 |
| Are expectant mothers prepared to promote oral health during early childhood? An insight from a multi-center cross-sectional study | On-going | 2025 |
| Evaluation of Flexural Strength in Bulk-Fill versus Incrementally Filled Composite Resins Over Varying Storage Periods | On-going | 2025 |
| Leading by Example: What CEOs and Administrators Think About Developing Sustainable Healthcare in Saudi Arabia – A National Cross-sectional Study | On-going | 2025 |
| On the Frontlines of Sustainability: Healthcare Workers’ Views on Sustainability in Healthcare – A National Cross-sectional Study | On-going | 2025 |
| Root canal therapy in primary teeth: an investigation into the factors influencing the decision-making process among paediatric dentists | On-going | 2025 |
| Carbon Modelling within Dental Services in Specialized Hospitals in Saudi Arabia: National Study | On-going | 2025 |
| Exploring the Perception of Dental Undergraduate Students and Educators on Environmental Sustainability in Dentistry: A Cross-sectional Survey In 26 Dental Schools in Saudi Arabia | MDPI – Dentistry Journal | 2023 |
| Tissue Engineering Supporting Regenerative Strategies to Enhance Clinical Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics: A Scoping, Perspective Review | European Journal of Dentistry | 2022 |
| Impact of Dentine Pre- treatment with MMP Inhibitors on Bond Strength of Coronal Composite Restorations: A Systematic Review and Meta- analysis of In Vitro Studies | The Japanese Dental Science Review | 2022 |
| Incorporation of MMP Inhibitors into Dental Adhesive System and Bond Strength of Coronal Composite Restorations: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of in Vitro Studies | Journal of Hospital Infection | 2021 |
| Nonsterile examination gloves and sterile surgical gloves: Which are more sustainable? | Frontiers – Dental Medicine, Regenerative Dentistry | 2021 |
| An epidemiological exploration of Regenerative Dentistry from the perspective of active clinicians working in the UK | BMC – Oral Health | 2021 |
| A scoping review of trials evaluating adhesive strategies in paediatric dentistry: where do simplified strategies lie? | JIOH. 2015; S (1):9-13. | 2015 |
| Integration of Regenerative Dentistry into the Dental Undergraduate Curriculum | Frontiers- Regenerative Dentistry | 2020 |
| Molar Incisor Hypomineralisation Extract or to Restore beyond the Optimal Age? | MDPI – Children – Advance in Paediatric Dentistry | 2020 |
| Protein disorder–order interplay to guide the growth of hierarchical mineralized structures | Nature Communications | 2018 |
| Tooth Organ Bioengineering: Cell Sources and Innovative Approaches | MDPI – Dentistry Journal | 2016 |
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Dr. Ahmad Babaker
Assistant professor & senior specialist of oral & maxillofacial surgery
Qualifications & Specialty
BDS, MSc, MD OMFS, MHPE
Publications
Parotid benign lymphoepithelial cyst
Post-treatment complication of zygomatic complex fracture
Research Interest
Oral and maxillofacial surgery
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Dr. Fadwa Ahmed Al-Harthy
Lecturer of Prosthodontics
Qualifications & Specialty:
– Bachelor’s degree in dental medicine and surgery, October 6th university
– Residency training in prosthodontics from Columbia University in the city of New York
– Master of Science from Columbia University in the city of New York
– Fellowship in implant dentistry from New York University College of Dental Medicine
– Fellowship in Comprehensive dentistry from New York University College of Dental Medicine
Publications
Article at the Compendium 2020: Effective utilization of pink and white esthetics in smile design: Case report
January 2020
Research Interest:
Innovations in full-arch restoration workflows Comparative studies between analog and digital prosthodontics
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Doctor Rawan Abu Dagga
Lecturer of Oral Biology
Obtained her bachelor’s degree in Oral and Dental Medicine and Surgery from Cairo University and completed the Internship year at Um-Alqura University in 2013.
Dr. Abu Dagga has a Master’s in Oral Biology from Cardiff University, UK.
She also has a Higher Education Teaching Certificate from Harvard University
Research Interest:
Regenerative Dentistry research, particularly its dynamic intersection with bone physiology. Her research focuses on using lipid-based nanoparticles for bone regeneration and osseointegration. Dr.Rawan is also interested in dental education research that investigates innovative curricular approaches and forward-thinking educational strategies aiming to elevate the overall landscape of dental education.
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Dr. Nadia Awad
lecturer of Orthodontic
Qualifications & Specialty
2011: Bachelor’s degree in dental medicine and surgery from Ibn Sina National College for medical studies in Jeddah.
2022: Master’s degree in Science in Orthodontics from King Abdulaziz University in Jeddah.
2023: Membership in Orthodontics from the Royal College of Surgeons in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
Publications
Awad, Nadia K et al. (2023) Maxillary sinus volume in patients with canted occlusal plane: A cone-beam computed tomography study. Orthodontics & craniofacial research, 26(2): 231-238.
Abdullah S. Habbad, Nadia K. Awad (2017) Multidisciplinary management of subgingivally fractured maxillary incisor: A case report. Pakistan Journal of Surgery, 33(4):319-324.
Basel M. Abozor, Nadia Awad (2015) Apically Extruded Debris, and Irrigant Using the Revo-S System. Journal of Interdisciplinary Medicine and Dental Science, 3:169. doi: 10.4172/2376-032X.1000169.
A.S. Alzahrani and N.K. Awad (2013) Tacrolimus-Induced Gingival Enlargement: A Case Report. Journal of American Science, 9 (4):271-274
Research Interest
Contemporary orthodontic appliances National surveys for determining the prevalence of malocclusion and craniofacial defects.
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Dr. Bilal Abdul Wasea Gogandy
Lecturer of Endodontics
Obtained a bachelor’s degree in dental medicine and surgery from King Abdulaziz University in Jeddah.
2017 obtained his master’s degree in endodontics from King Abdulaziz University in Jeddah in 2022.
2025 obtained the Saudi Board Certification in Endodontics.
Research Interests
Stem Cells
Endodontic Rotary Files and Materials
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Dr. Sahar Ghandoura
Lecturer of Periodontics
Qualifications & Specialty:
Obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Dental Medicine and Surgery from King Abdulaziz University in 2013.
She is a Board-Certified Periodontist. She received her Board Certificate from the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties in 2021.
Research interest:
Periodontal aesthetic surgeries, regenerative periodontics, and implant dentistry.
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Dr. Mayar Fares Alshaalan
Qualifications & Specialty
Dr. Mayar Fares Alshaalan a General Dentist at the Dental Medicine and Surgery Department at Vision Medical College – Jeddah. She obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Dental Medicine and Surgery from Vision Colleges – Jeddah in the year 2021
Research Interest:
Cosmetic fillings, Pediatric Dentistry.
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Dr. Adi Hail Alsharari
General Dentist
Qualifications & Specialty
Clinical director at Vision Medical College – Jeddah. He obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Dental Medicine and Surgery from Vision Colleges – Jeddah in the year 2021
Research interest:
(fixed prosthetics, cosmetic fillings, endodontic treatment).
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Dr. Mohammed Anwar Almalsi, a general dentist in ( dental medicine and surgery) department, and in the dentistry program in vision college in Jeddah, in 2019.
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