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Muhammad Amber Fareed
- Associate Professor
- Ext: 5275
Dr. Muhammad Amber Fareed is a dedicated clinical academic with a strong commitment to research, academia, and clinical excellence. His professional journey reflects a consistent record of achievement across teaching, research, and scholarly endeavors. Dr. Fareed is known for his innovative approach to dental education, where he emphasizes creativity in teaching. He believes that dynamic and imaginative methodologies enhance the learning experience, making knowledge acquisition both engaging and effective. In addition to his classroom contributions, Dr. Fareed plays a significant role in shaping the educational journeys of undergraduate and postgraduate students in clinical academia and biomedical research, fostering a holistic learning environment. Before joining the esteemed faculty at Ajman University, Dr. Fareed gained valuable international experience in academic and clinical roles in the United Kingdom, Pakistan, the UAE, and the Sultanate of Oman. This diverse background has broadened his expertise and enriched his perspective on global dental practices and education. Dr. Fareed continues to contribute to the advancement of dental education and clinical practice at Ajman University.
Education
- SFHEA - Senior Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy, UK, 2025
- DipMedEdu - Diploma in Medical Education University of South Wales Cardiff, UK, 2023
- FDSRCPS - Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, Glasgow, UK, 2021
- FRACDS - Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons, Australia, 2020
- PhD - University of Birmingham, UK, 2009
- MSc - Queen Mary, University of London, UK, 2005
- BDS - de’Montmorency College of Dentistry, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan, 2001
SFHEA - Senior Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy, UK, 2025
DipMedEdu - Diploma in Medical Education University of South Wales Cardiff, UK, 2023
FDSRCPS - Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, Glasgow, UK, 2021
FRACDS - Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons, Australia, 2020
PhD - University of Birmingham, UK, 2009
MSc - Queen Mary, University of London, UK, 2005
BDS - de’Montmorency College of Dentistry, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan, 2001
Experience
- Professor of Restorative Dentistry, College of Dentistry, Gulf Medical University Ajman United Arab Emirates, 2022-2023
- Senior Lecturer in Adult Restorative Dentistry, Dental Biomaterials, and Prosthodontics, Oman Dental College, Muscat, Oman, 2015–2022
- Associate Professor/Head of Department, FMH College of Medicine and Dentistry, Lahore, Pakistan, 2013–2015
- Assistant Professor, FMH College of Medicine and Dentistry, Lahore Pakistan, 2009-2013
- Dental Specialist Private Practice, DHA Phase-III, Lahore Pakistan, 2009-2015
- Teaching Assistant, University of Birmingham, UK, 2007-2009
- Associate Dentist (Part-time) Private Practice, Lahore, Pakistan, 2002-2004
- Internship (House Job), Pujab Dental Hosptial Lahore, Pakistan, 2002-2003
Professor of Restorative Dentistry, College of Dentistry, Gulf Medical University Ajman United Arab Emirates, 2022-2023
Senior Lecturer in Adult Restorative Dentistry, Dental Biomaterials, and Prosthodontics, Oman Dental College, Muscat, Oman, 2015–2022
Associate Professor/Head of Department, FMH College of Medicine and Dentistry, Lahore, Pakistan, 2013–2015
Assistant Professor, FMH College of Medicine and Dentistry, Lahore Pakistan, 2009-2013
Dental Specialist Private Practice, DHA Phase-III, Lahore Pakistan, 2009-2015
Teaching Assistant, University of Birmingham, UK, 2007-2009
Associate Dentist (Part-time) Private Practice, Lahore, Pakistan, 2002-2004
Internship (House Job), Pujab Dental Hosptial Lahore, Pakistan, 2002-2003
Teaching Area
- DDS 402 - Clinical Prosthodontics I
- DDS 411 - Clinical Prosthodontics - II
- DDS 503 - Clinical Dentistry I
- MRD 602 - Biomaterials
- MRD 603 - Esthetic Dentistry
- MRD 609 - Seminars in Operative Dentistry
- MRD 710 - Clinical Practice II
- MRD 805 - Clinical Practice IV
- MRD 711 - Thesis Preparation MSRD
- MRD 709 - Thesis Research Proposal MSRD
DDS 402 - Clinical Prosthodontics I
DDS 411 - Clinical Prosthodontics - II
DDS 503 - Clinical Dentistry I
MRD 602 - Biomaterials
MRD 603 - Esthetic Dentistry
MRD 609 - Seminars in Operative Dentistry
MRD 710 - Clinical Practice II
MRD 805 - Clinical Practice IV
MRD 711 - Thesis Preparation MSRD
MRD 709 - Thesis Research Proposal MSRD
Research
- Dental Biomaterials Development and Characterization
- Cariology - Aesthetic Dentistry - Adhesion
- Biocompatibility Studies, Mechanical and Chemical Characterization
- Evidence-Based Dentistry, Digital Dentistry, and Patient-Centered Care
- Prosthodontics Advancements and Restorative Dentistry Techniques
- Medical Education in Dentistry, Assessment and Evaluation in Dental Education
Dental Biomaterials Development and Characterization
Cariology - Aesthetic Dentistry - Adhesion
Biocompatibility Studies, Mechanical and Chemical Characterization
Evidence-Based Dentistry, Digital Dentistry, and Patient-Centered Care
Prosthodontics Advancements and Restorative Dentistry Techniques
Medical Education in Dentistry, Assessment and Evaluation in Dental Education
Publications
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JournalKhattak O.; Hashem A.S.; Alqarni M.S.; Almufarrij R.A.S.; Siddiqui A.Y.; Anis R.; Ahmad S.; Fareed M.A.;, Deep Learning Applications in Dental Image-Based Diagnostics: A Systematic Review, Healthcare (Switzerland), Jun 2025
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JournalUllah R.; Shaikh M.S.; Shahani N.; Lone M.A.; Fareed M.A.; Zafar M.S. , Comparing ChatGPT and Dental Students' Performance in an Introduction to Dental Anatomy Examination: A Cross-Sectional Study, European Journal of Dentistry, May 2025
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JournalJafrani A.; Mehmood H.; Shaikh M.S.; Lone M.A.; Fareed M.A.; Zafar M.S. , A narrative review on the role of adipose-derived stem cells in periodontal regeneration, Journal of Dentistry, Mar 2025
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JournalChaudhary F.A.; Shakoor A.; Fareed M.A.; Khattak O.; Alqarni M.S.; Issrani R.; Alsharari T. , Association of sociodemographic and occupational stress factors with smoking behavior among healthcare professionals: The mediating role of physical exercise, Tobacco Induced Diseases, Feb 2025
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JournalKhan A.S.; Al Yahya N.H.; AL Qanbar H.A.; Alyousif Z.A.; Ahmed S.Z.; Fareed M.A.; Khan F.A.; Akhtar S.; Mostafa A.; Alqarni A.M.; Shah A.T., Monomer Leaching and Cytocompatibility Analyses of Bioactive Glasses-Based Dental Resin Infiltrants, Journal of Applied Polymer Science, May 2025
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JournalMaher N.; Mahmood A.; Fareed M.A.; Kumar N.; Rokaya D.; Zafar M.S., An updated review and recent advancements in carbon-based bioactive coatings for dental implant applications, Journal of Advanced Research, Jan 2025
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JournalKhan A.; Ahmad K.; Mudassir M.S.; Wadood A.; Massoud E.E.S.; Fareed M.A.; Rehman M.A.U., A study on the effect of tantalum penta oxide incorporation in PEEK-based composite coating: a detailed investigation of wear and corrosion resistance, International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, Jun 2025
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JournalKumar N.; Amin F.; Dahri W.M.; Khan S.; Zaidi H.; Rahman S.; Farhan T.; Zafar M.S.; Fareed M.A. , Impact of acidic beverages on composition and surface characteristics of human teeth: scanning electron microscopic, stereomicroscopic and energy dispersive x-ray analyses, BMC Oral Health, Jan 2024
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JournalNovel waste wool fabric reinforced alginate-gum hydrogel composites for rapid and selective Pb (II) adsorption, Carbohydrate Polymer Technologies and Applications, Feb 2024, doi: https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85208110524&doi=10.1016%2fj.carpta.2024.100601&partnerID=40&md5=fc8d0ceca1345dbc5045ed9e9fa7be87
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JournalThe Path to Sustainable Oral Healthcare to Foster Sustainability in Dentistry, European Journal of Dentistry, Mar 2024
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JournalAli T.W.; Gul H.; Fareed M.A.; Tabassum S.; Mir S.R.; Afzaal A.; Muhammad N.; Kaleem M. , Biochemical properties of novel Carbon nanodot-stabilized silver nanoparticles enriched calcium hydroxide endodontic sealer, PLoS ONE, May 2024
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Book ChapterKumar N.; Amin F.; Maher N.; Fareed M.A.; Zafar M.S. , Biomimetic coatings for the dental implants, Smart Biomimetic Coatings: Design, Properties, and Biomedical Applications, Elsevier
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JournalImplant biomechanics relating to the dental implant and prosthesis design: In-vitro strain gauge analysis and finite element analysis, AIP Advances, Jul 2024
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JournalRelationship of microvascular density and tumor-associated macrophages with orofacial squamous cell carcinoma progression, Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology and Oral Radiology, Nov 2024
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JournalZahra Shafqat, Nadia Munir, Naveed Inayat, Muhammad Adnan Khan, Muhammad Amber Fareed, Muhammad Sohail Zafar, Calcium Phosphate-Loaded Novel Polypropylene Glycol-Based Dental Resin Composites: Evaluation of In Vitro Bioactivity, J. Compos. Sci., Apr 2023, doi: https://doi.org/10.3390/jcs7040140
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JournalMuhammad Saad Shaikh, Muhammad Amber Fareed, Muhammad Sohail Zafar, Bioactive Glass Applications in Different Periodontal Lesions: A Narrative Review, Coatings, Mar 2023, doi: https://doi.org/10.3390/coatings13040716
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JournalKhan AA, Zafar MS, Fareed MA, AlMufareh NA, Alshehri F, AlSunbul H, Lassila L, Garoushi S, Vallittu PK, Fiber-reinforced composites in dentistry–An insight into adhesion aspects of the material and the restored tooth construct, Dental Materials, Vol: 39, pp.141 - 151, Feb 2023
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JournalAneela Qaiser, Anam Fayyaz Bashir, Ussamah Waheed Jatala, Aisha Arshad Butt, Zenab Yaasir, Muhammad Amber Fareed, Practices and Attitude of Dental Clinicians towards Dental Amalgam in Lahore, Pakistan Journal of Medical & Health Sciences, pp.Vol. 16 No. 11 (2022) - , Oct 2022, doi: https://doi.org/10.53350/pjmhs20221611066
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JournalGul, Nazish, Qura Tul Ain Idrees, Muhammad Amber Fareed, Salman Aziz Mian, et. al., Biological and Physicochemical Characterization of Self-Adhesive Protective Coating Dental Restorative Material after Incorporation of Antibacterial Nanoparticles., Polymer, Vol: 14, pp.Polymers 2022, 14(20), 4280; - Polymers 2022, 14(20), 4280;, Oct 2022, doi: https://doi.org/10.3390/polym14204280
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JournalKumar N, Ghani F, Fareed MA, Riaz S. et.al. , Bi-axial flexural strength of resin based dental composites – Influence and reliability of the testing method configuration, Materials Technology Advanced Performance Materials, Vol: 37, pp.Volume 37, 2022 - Issue 12 - , Feb 2021, doi: https://doi.org/10.3390/polym14204280
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JournalAmin, Faiza, Muhammad Amber Fareed, Muhammad Sohail Zafar, Zohaib Khurshid, Paulo J. Palma, and Naresh Kumar., Degradation and Stabilization of Resin-Dentine Interfaces in Polymeric Dental Adhesives: An Updated Review, Coatings, Vol: 12, pp.Coatings 2022, 12(8) - Coatings 2022, 12(8), , Aug 2022, doi: https://doi.org/10.3390/coatings12081094
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JournalKhan, Aftab Ahmed, Muhammad Amber Fareed, et al., Mechanical Properties of the Modified Denture Base Materials and Polymerization Methods: A Systematic Review., International Journal of Molecular Sciences, Vol: 23, pp.Int. J. Mol. Sci. 2022, 23(10), 5737 - Int. J. Mol. Sci. 2022, 23(10), 5737, May 2022, doi: https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms23105737
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JournalJanjua, O.S.; Shaikh, M.S.; Fareed, M.A.; Qureshi, S.M.; Khan, M.I.; Hashem, D.; Zafar, M.S. , Dental and Oral Manifestations of COVID-19 Related Mucormycosis: Diagnoses, Management Strategies and Outcomes., J. Fungi, Vol: 8, pp.J. Fungi, 2022,, 8, 44. - , Feb 2022, doi: https://doi.org/10.3390/jof8010044
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JournalIdrees QTA, Gul N, Fareed MA, Mian SA, Muzaffar D, Nasir M, Chaudhry AA, Akhtar S, Ahmed SZ, Khan AS., Structural, Physical, and Mechanical Analysis of ZnO and TiO2 Nanoparticle-Reinforced Self-Adhesive Coating Restorative Material, Materials, Vol: 14, pp.Materials. 2021; 14(24):7507. - , Oct 2023, doi: https://doi.org/10.3390/ma14247507
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JournalOral health status, oral hygiene behaviors, and caries risk assessment of individuals with special needs: a comparative study of Pakistan and Saudi Arabia , Oral health status, oral hygiene behaviors, and caries risk assessment of individuals with special needs: a comparative study of Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, PeerJ, Apr 2025
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JournalHydroentangled waste cotton non-woven based alginate hydrogel wound dressing for high wound exudates, Heliyon, Jul 2024
Khattak O.; Hashem A.S.; Alqarni M.S.; Almufarrij R.A.S.; Siddiqui A.Y.; Anis R.; Ahmad S.; Fareed M.A.;, Deep Learning Applications in Dental Image-Based Diagnostics: A Systematic Review, Healthcare (Switzerland), Jun 2025
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Ullah R.; Shaikh M.S.; Shahani N.; Lone M.A.; Fareed M.A.; Zafar M.S. , Comparing ChatGPT and Dental Students' Performance in an Introduction to Dental Anatomy Examination: A Cross-Sectional Study, European Journal of Dentistry, May 2025
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Jafrani A.; Mehmood H.; Shaikh M.S.; Lone M.A.; Fareed M.A.; Zafar M.S. , A narrative review on the role of adipose-derived stem cells in periodontal regeneration, Journal of Dentistry, Mar 2025
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Chaudhary F.A.; Shakoor A.; Fareed M.A.; Khattak O.; Alqarni M.S.; Issrani R.; Alsharari T. , Association of sociodemographic and occupational stress factors with smoking behavior among healthcare professionals: The mediating role of physical exercise, Tobacco Induced Diseases, Feb 2025
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Khan A.S.; Al Yahya N.H.; AL Qanbar H.A.; Alyousif Z.A.; Ahmed S.Z.; Fareed M.A.; Khan F.A.; Akhtar S.; Mostafa A.; Alqarni A.M.; Shah A.T., Monomer Leaching and Cytocompatibility Analyses of Bioactive Glasses-Based Dental Resin Infiltrants, Journal of Applied Polymer Science, May 2025
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Maher N.; Mahmood A.; Fareed M.A.; Kumar N.; Rokaya D.; Zafar M.S., An updated review and recent advancements in carbon-based bioactive coatings for dental implant applications, Journal of Advanced Research, Jan 2025
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Khan A.; Ahmad K.; Mudassir M.S.; Wadood A.; Massoud E.E.S.; Fareed M.A.; Rehman M.A.U., A study on the effect of tantalum penta oxide incorporation in PEEK-based composite coating: a detailed investigation of wear and corrosion resistance, International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology, Jun 2025
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Kumar N.; Amin F.; Dahri W.M.; Khan S.; Zaidi H.; Rahman S.; Farhan T.; Zafar M.S.; Fareed M.A. , Impact of acidic beverages on composition and surface characteristics of human teeth: scanning electron microscopic, stereomicroscopic and energy dispersive x-ray analyses, BMC Oral Health, Jan 2024
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Novel waste wool fabric reinforced alginate-gum hydrogel composites for rapid and selective Pb (II) adsorption, Carbohydrate Polymer Technologies and Applications, Feb 2024, doi: https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85208110524&doi=10.1016%2fj.carpta.2024.100601&partnerID=40&md5=fc8d0ceca1345dbc5045ed9e9fa7be87
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The Path to Sustainable Oral Healthcare to Foster Sustainability in Dentistry, European Journal of Dentistry, Mar 2024
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Ali T.W.; Gul H.; Fareed M.A.; Tabassum S.; Mir S.R.; Afzaal A.; Muhammad N.; Kaleem M. , Biochemical properties of novel Carbon nanodot-stabilized silver nanoparticles enriched calcium hydroxide endodontic sealer, PLoS ONE, May 2024
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Kumar N.; Amin F.; Maher N.; Fareed M.A.; Zafar M.S. , Biomimetic coatings for the dental implants, Smart Biomimetic Coatings: Design, Properties, and Biomedical Applications, Elsevier
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Implant biomechanics relating to the dental implant and prosthesis design: In-vitro strain gauge analysis and finite element analysis, AIP Advances, Jul 2024
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Relationship of microvascular density and tumor-associated macrophages with orofacial squamous cell carcinoma progression, Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology and Oral Radiology, Nov 2024
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Zahra Shafqat, Nadia Munir, Naveed Inayat, Muhammad Adnan Khan, Muhammad Amber Fareed, Muhammad Sohail Zafar, Calcium Phosphate-Loaded Novel Polypropylene Glycol-Based Dental Resin Composites: Evaluation of In Vitro Bioactivity, J. Compos. Sci., Apr 2023, doi: https://doi.org/10.3390/jcs7040140
Objective This study aimed to assess in vitro bioactivity of novel remineralizing dental composites loaded with calcium phosphate fillers and chlorhexidine in polypropylene glycol (PPG) resin matrix. Methods The stock monomer was prepared by adding 69.75% urethane dimethacrylate and 23.25% of the polypropylene glycol dimethacrylate with silica fillers, chlorhexidine (5 wt%), and varying levels of calcium phosphate fillers. The study groups were BC (basic composite), commercial control, CHX-CP5, CHX-CP10, and CHX-CP15, respectively. Bioactivity was assessed by placing samples in the simulated body fluid (SBF) for 7, 14, and 28 days and observed under the scanning electron microscope and energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy. Data were presented in mean and percentage with a 95% confidence interval. Intergroup analysis was performed using one-way ANOVA and the p-value was set ≤0.05. Results The SEM images showed the deposition of calcium phosphate on the surface of CHX-CP10 and CHX-CP15 after 28 days in SBF. Mineral deposits of calcium and phosphate were observed on the surface of the experimental formulation containing higher calcium phosphate fillers (CP10 and CP15) in EDX. Conclusion The addition of calcium phosphate fillers to the composites resulted in an apatite layer formed and demonstrated enhanced bioactivity in the presence of PPGDMA and CHX.
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Muhammad Saad Shaikh, Muhammad Amber Fareed, Muhammad Sohail Zafar, Bioactive Glass Applications in Different Periodontal Lesions: A Narrative Review, Coatings, Mar 2023, doi: https://doi.org/10.3390/coatings13040716
Tissue engineering in the orofacial region with bioactive components by the activation of immune complexes or other proteins is the current focus of biomaterials research. Consequently, natural ground materials and tissue components are being created. Bioactive glass is one of the most promising biomaterials and has bioactive properties making it suited for a range of different clinical dental applications, including the regeneration of hard tissues in the craniofacial region. This narrative review provides a summary of the favorable properties and recent applications of bioactive glass materials for the management of periodontal lesions. Bioactive glass mimics natural calcified tissues in terms of composition and has a bioactive role in bone regeneration. The present review concluded that bioactive glass materials have a promising potential for various periodontal applications including the repair of infrabony defects, gingival recession, furcation defects, and guided tissue regeneration. However, further in vivo studies and clinical trials are warranted to advance and validate the potential of bioactive glass for periodontal applications and translate its usage in dental clinics for periodontology.
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Khan AA, Zafar MS, Fareed MA, AlMufareh NA, Alshehri F, AlSunbul H, Lassila L, Garoushi S, Vallittu PK, Fiber-reinforced composites in dentistry–An insight into adhesion aspects of the material and the restored tooth construct, Dental Materials, Vol: 39, pp.141 - 151, Feb 2023
Objective This review aimed to highlight the insight into adhesion aspects within the components of the glass FRC (i.e., fiber and matrix) and between resin luting material and the glass FRC construction. Methods The fundamentals of semi-interpenetrating polymer network (semi-IPN) based FRCs and their advantages in forming a solid adhesive interface with indirect FRC restoration, dental adhesive, and luting cement are elaborated. The important resin matrix systems and glass fibers used in FRCs are discussed. This is principally based on a survey of the literature over Medline/PubMed, Web of Science, and Scopus databases and a review of the relevant studies and publications in scientific papers in international peer-reviewed journals for the specific topic of biomaterials science. The keywords used for the search approach were: adhesion, fiber-reinforced composite, glass fiber, and semi-interpenetrating polymer network. Results The polymer matrix systems of semi-IPN-based FRCs and formation of secondary-IPN layer are pivotal for bonding of multiphasic indirect dental constructs and repair. Additionally, describing areas of indication for FRCs in dentistry, explaining the adhesion aspects of FRC for the cohesion of the material itself, and for obtaining durable adhesion when the FRC construct is luted to tooth and remaining dentition. Current progress in the field of FRC research and future directions are summarized and presented. Significance By understanding the isotropic-anisotropic nature of fibers and the interfacial adhesion within the components of the FRC; between resin cement and the FRC construction, the clinically successful FRC-based multiphasic indirect tooth construct can be achieved. The interfacial adhesion within the components of the FRC and between resin luting material and the FRC construction play a key role in adhesion-based unibody dental restorations.
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Aneela Qaiser, Anam Fayyaz Bashir, Ussamah Waheed Jatala, Aisha Arshad Butt, Zenab Yaasir, Muhammad Amber Fareed, Practices and Attitude of Dental Clinicians towards Dental Amalgam in Lahore, Pakistan Journal of Medical & Health Sciences, pp.Vol. 16 No. 11 (2022) - , Oct 2022, doi: https://doi.org/10.53350/pjmhs20221611066
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Gul, Nazish, Qura Tul Ain Idrees, Muhammad Amber Fareed, Salman Aziz Mian, et. al., Biological and Physicochemical Characterization of Self-Adhesive Protective Coating Dental Restorative Material after Incorporation of Antibacterial Nanoparticles., Polymer, Vol: 14, pp.Polymers 2022, 14(20), 4280; - Polymers 2022, 14(20), 4280;, Oct 2022, doi: https://doi.org/10.3390/polym14204280
This study evaluated the physicochemical and antibacterial properties of EQUIATM coat liquid (E) after incorporation of zinc oxide (ZnO) and titanium dioxide (TiO2) nanoparticles. ZnO and TiO2 (1 wt.% and 2 wt.%) were dispersed in EQUIA coat. Principal component analysis (PCA) and cluster analysis were performed to visualize systemic variation. Antibacterial activity was evaluated by colony-forming units and crystal violet staining using Streptococcus mutans and Lactobacillus acidophilus after 24 h, 48 h, and 72 h, and the microstructure was studied by scanning electron microscopy. The weight change was analyzed at 1 and 21 days. The PCA for TiO2- and ZnO-based groups showed 100% variance at all spectral ranges at 600–800/cm and 800–1200/cm, whereas 1200–1800/cm and 2700–3800/cm spectral regions demonstrated 99% variance. The absorbance values were significant (p < 0.05) for both nanoparticles-based adhesives, and the specimens with 2 wt.% ZnO showed the maximum response by minimum bacterial attachment, and the control group showed the least response by maximum attachment. The weight change percentage was reduced after the incorporation of antibacterial nanoparticles. It is suggested that EQUIATM coat containing nanoparticles exhibits promising results, and it may be recommended to clinically use as an improved coating material.
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Kumar N, Ghani F, Fareed MA, Riaz S. et.al. , Bi-axial flexural strength of resin based dental composites – Influence and reliability of the testing method configuration, Materials Technology Advanced Performance Materials, Vol: 37, pp.Volume 37, 2022 - Issue 12 - , Feb 2021, doi: https://doi.org/10.3390/polym14204280
This study aimed to determine the effect of the testing method configuration on the bi-axial flexural strength (BFS) of three resin-based dental composites (RDCs). A total of 180 disc-shaped samples (12 mm diameter x 1 mm thickness) for each RDC were fabricated using split back nylon mould. The BFS was determined for specimens made in three commercial RDCs; microhybrid (MH), nanofilled paste (NFP) and nanofilled flowable (NFF) using the ring-on-ring (RoR; n = 90 for each RDC specimens) and ball-on-ring (BoR; n = 90 for each RDC specimens) configurations at a cross-head speed of 1 mm/min. RDC specimens of MH and NFP tested in the BoR configuration showed higher mean BFS values compared to those tested in the RoR configuration. (p < 0.001). The effect of test configuration on BFS values was insignificant for the specimens belonging to the NFF group (p = 0.207). Moreover, the Weibull modulus of NFF in the RoR configuration was statistically lower compared to those for NFF in the BoR configuration as the 95% confidence interval of Weibull modulus did not overlap. The specimen support and testing configuration significantly impacted the BFS value of the RDCs. The Weibull statistics appeared to be inappropriate for all kinds of RDCs.
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Amin, Faiza, Muhammad Amber Fareed, Muhammad Sohail Zafar, Zohaib Khurshid, Paulo J. Palma, and Naresh Kumar., Degradation and Stabilization of Resin-Dentine Interfaces in Polymeric Dental Adhesives: An Updated Review, Coatings, Vol: 12, pp.Coatings 2022, 12(8) - Coatings 2022, 12(8), , Aug 2022, doi: https://doi.org/10.3390/coatings12081094
Abstract Instability of the dentine-resin interface is owed to the partial/incomplete penetration of the resin adhesives in the collagen fibrils. However, interfacial hydrolysis of the resin-matrix hybrid layer complex activates the collagenolytic and esterase enzymes that cause the degradation of the hybrid layer. Adequate hybridization is often prevented due to the water trapped between the interfibrillar spaces of the collagen network. Cyclic fatigue rupture and denaturation of the exposed collagen fibrils have been observed on repeated application of masticatory forces. To prevent interfacial microstructure, various approaches have been explored. Techniques that stabilize the resin–dentine bond have utilized endogenous proteases inhibitors, cross linking agents’ incorporation in the exposed collagen fibrils, an adhesive system free of water, and methods to increase the monomer penetration into the adhesives interface. Therefore, it is important to discover and analyze the causes of interfacial degradation and discover methods to stabilize the hybrid layer to execute new technique and materials. To achieve a predictable and durable adhesive resin, restoration is a solution to the many clinical problems arising due to microleakage, loss of integrity of the restoration, secondary caries, and postoperative sensitivity. To enhance the longevity of the resin-dentine bond strength, several experimental strategies have been carried out to improve the resistance to enzymatic degradation by inhibiting intrinsic collagenolytic activity. In addition, biomimetic remineralization research has advanced considerably to contemporary approaches of both intrafibrillar and extrafibrillar remineralization of dental hard tissues. Thus, in the presence of biomimetic analog complete remineralization of collagen, fibers are identified.
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Khan, Aftab Ahmed, Muhammad Amber Fareed, et al., Mechanical Properties of the Modified Denture Base Materials and Polymerization Methods: A Systematic Review., International Journal of Molecular Sciences, Vol: 23, pp.Int. J. Mol. Sci. 2022, 23(10), 5737 - Int. J. Mol. Sci. 2022, 23(10), 5737, May 2022, doi: https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms23105737
Amidst growing technological advancements, newer denture base materials and polymerization methods have been introduced. During fabrication, certain mechanical properties are vital for the clinical longevity of the denture base. This systematic review aimed to explore the effect of newer denture base materials and/or polymerization methods on the mechanical properties of the denture base. An electronic database search of English peer-reviewed published papers was conducted using related keywords from 1 January 2011, up until 31 December 2021. This systematic review was based on guidelines proposed by the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA). The search identified 579 papers. However, the inclusion criteria recognized 22 papers for eligibility. The risk of bias was moderate in all studies except in two where it was observed as low. Heat cure polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) and compression moulding using a water bath is still a widely used base material and polymerization technique, respectively. However, chemically modified PMMA using monomers, oligomers, copolymers and cross-linking agents may have a promising result. Although chemically modified PMMA resin might enhance the mechanical properties of denture base material, no clear inferences can be drawn about the superiority of any polymerization method other than the conventional compression moulding technique.
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Janjua, O.S.; Shaikh, M.S.; Fareed, M.A.; Qureshi, S.M.; Khan, M.I.; Hashem, D.; Zafar, M.S. , Dental and Oral Manifestations of COVID-19 Related Mucormycosis: Diagnoses, Management Strategies and Outcomes., J. Fungi, Vol: 8, pp.J. Fungi, 2022,, 8, 44. - , Feb 2022, doi: https://doi.org/10.3390/jof8010044
It has been nearly two years since the pandemic caused by the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) has affected the world. Several innovations and discoveries related to COVID-19 are surfacing every day and new problems associated with the COVID-19 virus are also coming to light. A similar situation is with the emergence of deep invasive fungal infections associated with severe acute respiratory syndrome 2 (SARS-CoV-2). Recent literature reported the cases of pulmonary and rhino-cerebral fungal infections appearing in patients previously infected by COVID-19. Histopathological analysis of these cases has shown that most of such infections are diagnosed as mucormycosis or aspergillosis. Rhino-orbital-cerebral mucormycosis usually affects the maxillary sinus with involvement of maxillary teeth, orbits, and ethmoidal sinuses. Diabetes mellitus is an independent risk factor for both COVID-19 as well as mucormycosis. At this point, there is scanty data on the subject and most of the published literature comprises of either case reports or case series with no long-term data available. The aim of this review paper is to present the characteristics of COVID-19 related mucormycosis and associated clinical features, outcome, diagnostic and management strategies. A prompt diagnosis and aggressive treatment planning can surely benefit these patients.
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Idrees QTA, Gul N, Fareed MA, Mian SA, Muzaffar D, Nasir M, Chaudhry AA, Akhtar S, Ahmed SZ, Khan AS., Structural, Physical, and Mechanical Analysis of ZnO and TiO2 Nanoparticle-Reinforced Self-Adhesive Coating Restorative Material, Materials, Vol: 14, pp.Materials. 2021; 14(24):7507. - , Oct 2023, doi: https://doi.org/10.3390/ma14247507
This study aimed to modify an EQUIA coat (EC; GC, Japan) by incorporating 1 and 2 wt.% of zinc oxide (ZnO; EC-Z1 and EC-Z2) and titanium dioxide (TiO2; EC-T1 and EC-T2) nanoparticles, whereby structural and phase analyses were assessed using Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) and X-ray diffraction (XRD), respectively. Thermogravimetric analysis/differential scanning calorimetry, micro-hardness, and water absorption analyses were conducted, and the microstructure was studied by scanning electron microscopy/energy-dispersive spectroscopy. FTIR spectra showed a reduction in peak heights of amide (1521 cm−1) and carbonyl (1716 cm−1) groups. XRD showed peaks of ZnO (2θ ~ 31.3°, 34.0°, 35.8°, 47.1°, 56.2°, 62.5°, 67.6°, and 68.7°) and TiO2 (2θ ~ 25.3°, 37.8°, 47.9, 54.5°, 62.8°, 69.5°, and 75.1°) corresponding to a hexagonal phase with a wurtzite structure and an anatase phase, respectively. Thermal stability was improved in newly modified materials in comparison to the control group. The sequence of obtained glass transitions was EC-T2 (111 °C), EC-T1 (102 °C), EC-Z2 (98 °C), EC-Z1 (92 °C), and EC-C (90 °C). EC-T2 and EC-T1 showed the highest (43.76 ± 2.78) and lowest (29.58 ± 3.2) micro-hardness values. EC showed the maximum water absorption (1.6%) at day 7 followed by EC-T1 (0.82%) and EC-Z1 (0.61%). These results suggest that EC with ZnO and TiO2 nanoparticles has the potential to be used clinically as a coating material.
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Conference Presentation
- Poster Presentation Title: “Synergistic Biofabrication: 3D-Printed PEEK with Ag-Sr Doped Hydroxyapatite” at the 103rd General Session & Exhibition IADR/PER General Session & Exhibition June 25-28, 2025 Barcelona, Spain.
- Poster Presentation Title: “Composite Hydrogel for Potential Use in the Facial Wound Healing” at the 103rd General Session & Exhibition IADR/PER General Session & Exhibition June 25-28, 2025 Barcelona, Spain
- Invited Speaker: Fibre-Reinforced Composites: Current Concepts and Clinical Applications, RACDS International Committee CPD Series, July 2023
- Session Chair and Participant, 8th Annual Conference of the Pakistan Association of Dental Research (IADR Pakistan Section), 12–14 January 2023 (15 hours CPD)
- Poster Presentation and Attendance at the "Restorative Dentistry Conference" by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, Glasgow, Online, 9 February 2022
Poster Presentation Title: “Synergistic Biofabrication: 3D-Printed PEEK with Ag-Sr Doped Hydroxyapatite” at the 103rd General Session & Exhibition IADR/PER General Session & Exhibition June 25-28, 2025 Barcelona, Spain.
Poster Presentation Title: “Composite Hydrogel for Potential Use in the Facial Wound Healing” at the 103rd General Session & Exhibition IADR/PER General Session & Exhibition June 25-28, 2025 Barcelona, Spain
Invited Speaker: Fibre-Reinforced Composites: Current Concepts and Clinical Applications, RACDS International Committee CPD Series, July 2023
Session Chair and Participant, 8th Annual Conference of the Pakistan Association of Dental Research (IADR Pakistan Section), 12–14 January 2023 (15 hours CPD)
Poster Presentation and Attendance at the "Restorative Dentistry Conference" by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, Glasgow, Online, 9 February 2022
Memberships, Awards and Honors
- Winner of Study UK Alumni Awards 2022-2023 for the Science and Sustainability award category in the United Arab Emirates in August 2024.
- RACDS International Committee Member, Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons, Australia 2022-2026
- Member of the International Association for Dental Research (IADR) since 2006 - 2006-2025
- Alumnus of the Commonwealth Study Conference, Canada 2023: "Engaged Leadership for Inclusive Change," 2nd–19th June 2023, Canada
- Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Glasgow, UK
- Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons Sydney Australia
- Member of IADR Pakistan Section, Member of IADR UAE Section
- Student Representative, University of South Wales, Cardiff, UK, Diploma/MSc in Medical Education (Cohort 2021–2023)
- Member of the ITI Study Club