Othman Shibly
Othman Shibly
Education and Training:
- Dipl, Periodontology, American Board of Periodontology (2004)
- Fellowship, Clinical Research Methods, University of Washington (2003)
- Cert, Periodontology, SUNY at Buffalo, School of Dental Medicine (2003)
- DDS, Dentistry, SUNY at Buffalo, School of Dental Medicine (1999)
- MS, Oral Sciences, SUNY at Buffalo, School of Dental Medicine (1995)
- Postdoctoral Fellow, Periodontics, State University of New York at Buffalo (1992)
Employment:
- Visiting Faculty, University of King Saud, School of Dentistry, Saudi Arabia (2009-present)
- Visiting Faculty, University of King Abdulaziz, School of Dentistry, Saudi Arabia (2008-present)
- Visiting Faculty, Chonnam National University, School of Dentistry, Korea, Republic Of (2008-present)
- Visiting Faculty, Aleppo University, School of Dentistry, Syria (2006-present)
- Associate Director, Center for Clinical Dental Studies, SUNY at Buffalo (2004-present)
- Assistant Professor, SUNY at Buffalo (2004-present)
- Director, Preventive Dentistry, SUNY at Buffalo (2004-present)
- Visiting Clinical Scientist, National Research Center, Egypt (2004-present)
- Visiting Faculty, Beirut Arab University, School of Dentistry, Lebanon (2002-present)
- Coordinator, International Advanced Education Scholar Program, SUNY at Buffalo (1997-present)
- Visiting Faculty, Damascus University, Syria (1995-present)
- Director of International Visiting Scholar Program, SUNY at Buffalo (1995-present)
- Clinical Assistant Professor, Periodontics And Endodontics, SUNY at Buffalo (1993–2004)
- Clinical Scientist, Oral Biology, SUNY at Buffalo (1992–1993)
- Post Doctoral Fellow, Periodontics And Endodontics, SUNY at Buffalo (1991–1992)
- Clinical Coordinator for Post-graduate Programs, Department of Periodontology, Damascus University, Syria (1988–1991)
- Private Periodontal Practice, Dr. O. Shibly, Syria (1985–1991)
- Clinical Instructor, Department of Periodontology, Damascus University, Syria (1986–1987)
Awards and Honors:
- Recognition Award (2009)
- Certificate of Appreciation (2009)
- Community Service Award (2008)
- Religious Service Award (2008)
- Omicron Kappa Upsilon (2007)
- UB Student Association Appreciation Award 2007 (2007)
- Opsilon Kappa US National Dental Honor Society (2007)
- Outstanding Contribution to International Education Award (2005)
- Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology (2004)
- MSA of the State University of New York at Buffalo 2004 Appreciation Award (2004)
- Circle of Distinction Award (2002)
- Acknowledgement of Accomplishments in Teaching, Research and Clin Therapy (1992)
Grants and Sponsored Research:
- June 2008–December 2013
Immediate function of immediate shorty Nobel implants
Nobel Biocare AB
Role: Principal Investigator
$30,870 - January 2000–December 2009
Dental Education Training Programs
International Advanced Scholar Program
Role: Co-Investigator
$2,250,000 - May 2007–May 2009
Immediate loading of Implants in periodontally compromised patients
Nobel Biocare Sweden
Role: Principal Investigator
$99,000 - October 2005–May 2006
Clinical evaluation of a novel dentifrice for control of plaque and gingivitis
Novamin Technology, Inc
Role: Co-Investigator
$85,554 - January 2004–December 2004
Clinical Evaluation of a Rapid Whitening System
DenMat Corporation
Role: Co-Investigator - January 2004–December 2004
A Comparison of Atridox/Periostat to Non-surgical Periodontal Therapy
CollaGenex, Corporation
Role: Co-Investigator - June 2003–September 2003
NIH Training Award in Clinical Research Methodology
NIH Training Award
Role: Co-Investigator
$12,800 - January 2001–January 2002
The antiplaque/antigingivitis efficacy of a 1 Chlorhexidine Gluconate dentifrice
Colgate Palmolive Company
Role: Co-Investigator
$168,713 - September 2000–December 2001
Clinical evaluation of D. Sign - a one year study
Ivoclar North America Incorporated
Role: Co-Investigator
$34,896 - December 1999–October 2000
A clinical evaluation of a zinc citrate dentifrice
Unilever Home & Personal Care, USA
Role: Co-Investigator
$285,032 - May 2000–September 2000
A pilot study to characterize the incidence of dentinal sensitivity due to periodontal surgery
Block Drug Co., Inc.
Role: Co-Investigator
$11,043 - April 2000–September 2000
Evaluation of four dentifrices utilizing a once-daily brushing model
Church and Dwight Company, Inc.
Role: Co-Investigator
$66,503 - September 1998–June 2000
Protocol 925-0003: Clinical evaluation of dental stain removal by chewing gum
Warner Lambert Company
Role: Co-Investigator
$37,301 - January 1999–December 1999
A Clinical Comparison of Sage Antiseptic Rinse to Biotene Rinse and Cepacol Rinse
Sage Products
Role: Co-Investigator - January 1999–December 1999
A Clinical Evaluation of the Effect of Prophylactic Aspirin on Gingival Health
Colgate-Palmolive
Role: Co-Investigator - January 1999–December 1999
A Clinical Evaluation of an Automatic Flossing Device vs. Manual Flossing
Teledyne
Role: Co-Investigator - July 1997–July 1999
Targis Metal Clinical Research Study
Ivoclar, N.A.
Role: Co-Investigator
$35,000 - August 1998–April 1999
A clinical comparison of the pulse powered toothbrush and the sonicare toothbrush
John O. Butler Company
Role: Co-Investigator
$29,816 - January 1998–December 1998
The Evaluation of a 0.07 Triclosan Based Mouthrinse in the Treatment of Common Oral Ulcers
I-Dent International Corp.
Role: Co-Investigator - May 1997–December 1998
Clinical evaluation of the effect of a hydrogen peroxide mouthrinse, sodium bicarbonate containing Toothette Plus, and a mouth moisturizer on Oral Health in medically compromised patients (Cytological analysis)
Sage Products
Role: Co-Investigator
$50,275 - February 1998–July 1998
A clinical comparison of the pulse powered toothbrush, the sonicare toothbrush and the braun toothbrush
John O. Butler Company
Role: Co-Investigator
$22,724 - April 1997–January 1998
Clinical study for the evaluation of antigingivitis effectiveness
Den Mat Corporation
Role: Co-Investigator
$161,831 - September 1997–September 1997
Comparative assessment of plaque reduction after toothbrushing/flossing vs toothbrushing/rinsing procedures
Chesebrough-Ponds, Inc.
Role: Co-Investigator
$23,131 - September 1997–September 1997
Comparative assessment of plaque reduction after employing a brushing/flossing/rinsing regimen after using different ...
Chesebrough-Ponds, Inc.
Role: Co-Investigator
$27,176 - January 1996–December 1996
A Clinical Investigation of a Novel Gum Product Containing Sodium Bicarbonate
Church & Dwight Co., Inc.
Role: Co-Investigator - February 1996–October 1996
Comparison of manual toothbrushing
Braun Aktiengesellschaft
Role: Co-Investigator
$96,380 - September 1995–February 1996
A comparative clinical evaluation of a new powered toothbrush design vs a marketed manual toothbrush design vs a marketed electric toothbrush design
Minimum Corporation
Role: Co-Investigator
$60,000 - August 1995–January 1996
Clinical evaluation of the effect of an interproximal cleansing aid on plaque and gingival health
W.L. Gore and Associates, Inc.
Role: Co-Investigator
$35,885 - January 1994–December 1995
Clinical Effects Following Subgingival Administration of Chlorhexidine Gluconate (2.5 mg) in a Cross-Linked Gelatin Matrix in Patients with Chronic Periodontitis
Perio Products Ltd.
Role: Co-Investigator - January 1994–December 1994
A clinical investigation of an anti-tartar dentifrice
Chesebrough-Ponds, Inc.
Role: Co-Investigator
$198,312 - May 1994–October 1994
Clinical evaluation of two electric toothbrushes compared to manual brushing
Matsushita Electric Works
Role: Co-Investigator
$54,982 - December 1992–May 1994
Clinical evaluation of the effect of a stabilized stannous fluoride oral rinse on plaque and gingivitis reduction
Colgate Hoyt Laboratories
Role: Co-Investigator
$20,000 - January 1992–December 1992
Clinical Comparison of the Effect of Dental Floss and the
Arnell, Inc.
Role: Co-Investigator - January 1992–December 1992
A 12 Month, Multicenter, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial with a 12 Month, Open-Label Extension Evaluating the Effect of Low-Dose Doxycycline on Attachment Levels in Patients with Periodontitis
Health & Sciences Research, Inc.
Role: Co-Investigator - January 1992–December 1992
Clinical Evaluation of the Effects of Two Types of Dental Floss on Plaque and Gingival Health in Adolescents
W. L. Gore & Associates
Role: Co-Investigator - January 1992–December 1992
The Role of Chlorhexidine (Peridex) in Drug-Induced Hyperplasia
Proctor & Gamble
Role: Co-Investigator - January 1991–December 1991
Clinical Evaluation of the Effect of Two Types of Dental Floss on Plaque and Gingival Health
W.L. Gore and Associates
Role: Co-Investigator - February 2007
A multi-center clinical study to evaluate the safety and efficacy of the use of ozone for the management of fissure caries
CurOzone, USA/Kavo, USA
Role: Co-Investigator
$404,195 - August 2006
UB Tobacco Cessation Counseling Program
Roswell Park Cancer Institute
Role: Principal Investigator
$10,000 - July 2003
Brief motivational intervention to promote oral health
NIDCR
Role: Co-Investigator
$587,829 - April 2002
Clinical comparison of dental flossers
Warner Lambert Company
Role: Co-Investigator
$55,856 - Clinical Evaluation of a Power Flosser
Teledyne
Role: Co-Investigator
$28,000 - Clinical evaluation of a tooth whitener
Natural White
Role: Co-Investigator
$48,000 - Clinical evaluation of topical analgesics on toothache
Wyeth Labs
Role: Co-Investigator
$216,000
Journal Articles:
- AlGhamdi AS, Shibly O, Ciancio SG. Osseous Grafting Part I: Autografts & Allografts for Periodontal Regeneration - A Literature Review.. J Int Acad Periodontol. 2010; 12(2).
- AlGhamdi AS, Shibly O, Ciancio SG. Osseous Grafting Part II: Xenografts & Alloplasts for Periodontal Regeneration - A Literature Review.. J Int Acad Periodontol. 2010; 12(2).
- Shibly O. Effect of Tobacco Counseling by Dental Students on Patient Quitting Rate. J Dent Educ. 2010; 74(2).
- Shibly O, Khan A. Dental students‘ opinions on newly implemented tobacco cessation protocol. J Public Health Dent. 2009.
- Shibly O, Al Ghamdi A. Challenges for immediate implant placement in periodontally comprised patients. Clin Implant Dent Relat Res. 2009.
- Shibly O, Al Ghambi. Re-entry comparisons of bone regeneration between immediate vs delayed function in immediately placement of implants in periodontally compromised patients. Clin Implant Dent Relat Res. 2009.
- Shibly O, Kutkut A, Al Ghambi A, Patel N. Immediate implants with immediate loading vs immediate implants with delayed loading: 1 year report. Clin Implant Dent Relat Res. 2009.
- Shibly O, Kutkut A, Al Ghambi A, Patel N. Immediate implants with immediate loading vs immediate implants with delayed loading: 2 year report. Clin Implant Dent Relat Res. 2009.
- Shibly O, Ciancio SG, Aloufi F. Plaque biofilm accumulation on bonded versus banded teeth and a new index for monitoring plaque deposits in orthodontic patients. J Dent Hyg. 2009.
- Aloufi F, Ciancio SG, Shibly O. A comparison of plaque biofilm accumulation between bonded vs. banded teeth. J Int Acad Periodontol. 2009.
- Shibly O, Ciancio SG, Shostad S, Mather M, Boardman TJ. Clinical evaluation of an automatic flossing device vs. manual flossing.. J Clin Dent. 2001; 12(3).
- Ciancio SG, Shibly O, Mather M, Ho A, Al-Suwyed A, Al-Mubarak S. A comparative clinical evaluation of the Butler G.U.M Pulse Plaque Remover to a manual and electric toothbrush. Periodontal Insights. 1998; 5.
- Shibly O. Implants, Treatment and Maintenance. Biological Therapies in Dentistry. 1998.
- Felo A, Shibly O, Ciancio SG, Lauciello FR, Ho A. Effects of subgingival chlorhexidine irrigation on peri-implant maintenance.. Am J Dent. 1997; 10(2).
- Shibly O, Schifferle RE, Ciancio SG, Tarakji M, Mather ML. A clinical comparison of two electric toothbrush designs.. J Clin Periodontol. 1997; 24(4).
- Shibly O, Ciancio SG, Kazmierczak M, Cohen RE, Mather ML, Ho A, Bessinger M. Clinical evaluation of the effect of a hydrogen peroxide mouth rinse, sodium bicarbonate dentifrice, and mouth moisturizer on oral health. J Clin Dent. 1997; 8(5).
- Shibly O, Strychalski I. Cyclosporin and gingival enlargement. Periodontal Insights. 1997; 4(2).
- Felo A, Shibly O, Ciancio S, Lauciello F. Chlorehexidine irrigation and implant maintenance. Am J Dent. 1997; 10(2).
- Shibly O, Rifai S, Zambon JJ. Supragingival dental plaque in the etiology of oral diseases. Periodontol 2000. 1995; 8.
- Ciancio SG, Lauciello FR, Shibly O, Vitello M, Mather M. Clinical Effects of Listerine on Implant Maintenance. J Periodontol. 1995; 66.
- Hausmann E, Allen K, Norderyd J, Ren W, Shibly O, Machtei E. Studies on the relationship between changes in radiographic bone height and probing attachment.. J Clin Periodontol. 1994; 21(2).
- Ciancio SG, Shibly O, Mather M, Bessinger M, Severo NC, Slivka J. Clinical effects of a stannous fluoride mouthrinse on plaque.. Clin Prev Dent. 1992; 14(5).
- Ciancio SG, Shibly O, Farber GA. Clinical evaluation of the effect of two types of dental floss on plaque and gingival health.. Clin Prev Dent. 1992; 14(3).
- Shibly O. Progression of Periodontal Disease. Journal of Syrian Stomatology. 1991.
- Shibly O. Periodontal Treatment. Journal of Damascus University. 1991.
Books and Book Chapters:
- Shibly O. A timely exploration of balancing Islamic heritage with contemporary medical and health concerns. Muslim Medical Ethics: From Theory to Practice (Studies in Comparative Religion). 2008.
- Budiani D, Shibly O. Organ Transplants and Organ Trafficking in the Muslim World: Paving a Path for Solutions. Islamic Medical Ethics From Theory to Practice. 2008.
Abstracts:
- Shibly O, Patel N, Ciancio S. Comparing Immediate Implants with or Without Immediate Loading. J Dent Res. 2010.
- Patel N, Shibly O. Immediate implants with immediate loading vs immediate implants delayed loading. J Dent Res. 2009; 88.
- Shibly O, Khan A, Zambon JJ. Dental student attitudes toward tobacco cessation counseling. J Dent Res. 2008; 87.
- Lozier, EB, Gonzalez-Stucker Y, Blair, L, Shibly O, Cummings, KM. Evaluation of Two Smoking Cessation Protocols in the Dental Setting. J Dent Res. 2008.
- Shibly O, Zambon JJ, Cummings, KM. Effect of Tobacco Counseling by Dental Students on Quitting Rate. J Dent Res. 2007; (2486).
- Eggertsson H, Singh ML, Fabiano JA, Shibly O, Russell D, Papas AS, Ciancio SG, Zero D. Clinical calibration of ICDAS visual examination in two geographical locations. J Dent Res. 2006; 85(B).
- Eggertsson H, Papas A, Ciancio SG, Ferreira ZAG, Singh M, Shibly O, Fabiano JA, Eckert GJ, Zero DT. Clinical calibration by five examiners using ICDAS on occlusal surfaces, buccal pits and lingual grooves. Caries Res. 2005; 39(299).
- Araujo MWB, Ciancio SG, Baumgartner S, Donarummo Jr J, Garlapo DA, Mc Intyre FM, Monaco EA, Shibly O. Clinical evaluation of PFM crown with fluorapatite leucite glass-ceramic porcelain. J Dent Res. 2005; 84.
- Araujo MW, Garlapo DA, Mc Intyre FM, Monaco EA, Shibly O, Ho A, Ciancio SG. Clinical Evaluation of PFM Crown with Fluorapatite Leucite Glass-ceramic Porcelain. J Dent Res. 2004; 82.
- Bhambhani SM, Ciancio SG, Mather M, Shibly O. Clinical Evaluation of a Desensitizing Agent. J Dent Res. 2004; 82.
- Al-Ghamdi AS, Andreana S, Shibly O, Ciancio S. Bioactive Glass and Bioabsorbable Membrane with Doxycycline for Periodontal Defects. J Dent Res. 2004; 83.
- Shibly O, Ciancio SG, Mather M, Ho A. A clinical evaluation of gingival health following prophylactic aspirin usage. J Dent Res. 2000; 79(2783).
- Ciancio SG, Shibly O, Mather M, Al-Suwyed A, Al-Mubarak S, Ho A. Clinical comparison of the Butler GUM Pulse Plaque Remover to a manual and electric toothbrush. J Dent Res. 1998; 77(845).
- Al-Suyed A, Al-Mubarak S, Shibly O, Mather M, Ciancio SG. Clinical comparison of electronic and manual probes in detecting attachment level changes (A 12-month study). J Dent Res. 1998; 77(895).
- Shibly O, Ciancio SG, Schifferle RE, Tarakji M, Mather ML, Bessinger MA. Clinical comparison between two electric toothbrush designs.. J Periodontol. 1997; 68.
- Pucher J, Shibly O, Dentino A, Ciancio SG. Results of limited initial periodontal therapy to smokers and nonsmokers. J Dent Res. 1997; 76(321).
- Boulos W, Darwiche A, Shibly O, Ciancio SG, Hamad H. Effect of antibiotics on the treatment of juvenile periodontitis. J Dent Res. 1997; 76(1766).
- Boulos W, Darwishe A, Shibly O, Ciancio SG, Chalabi O, Tabbaa S. Effect of antibiotics on the treatment of rapidly progressive periodontitis. J Dent Res. 1997; 76(1767).
- Shibly O, Nashef MF, Andreana S, Ciancio SG, Kharchaf MO, Tabbaa S. Comparison of Manual and Automated Probing of Attachment Loss. J Dent Res. 1996; 75.
- Felo A, Ciancio SG, Lauciello FR, Kharchaf M, Vitello M, Shibly O. Chlorhexidine irrigation and implant maintenance. J Dent Res. 1996; 75(3045).
- Shibly O, Kharchaf M, Nashef MF, Ciancio SG, Mather M. Progression of periodontal diseases. J Dent Res. 1996; 75(1976).
- Shibly O, Ciancio SG, Rifai S. Comparison between bitewing and periapical radiographs. J Dent Res. 1995; 74 sp.
- Ciancio SG, Lauciello FR, Shibly O, Vitello M, Mather M. Clinical effects of Listerine on implant maintenance. J Dent Res. 1995; 74(1930).
- Shibly O, Ciancio SG, Tabbaa S. New technique to measure the volume of the furcation involvement. J Dent Res. 1994; 73.
- Shibly O, Ciancio SG, Anderson T, Bartz N, Mather M, Farber R. The role of 0.12% chlorhexidine gluconate in drug-induced hyperplasia. J Dent Res. 1994; 73.
- Hausmann E, Allen K, Machtei E, Norderyde J, Ren W, Shibly O. Radiographic Measurement of Crestal Bone Change in Untreated Periodontitis Subjects. J Dent Res. 1993; 72.
- Shibly O, Ciancio SG, Grossi S, Dunford R, Hausmann E. Comparison of clinical and radiographic measurements of periodontal attachment loss. J Dent Res. 1993; 72(1506).
- Mather M, Shibly O, Comeau R, Bessinger M, Cohen RE. Comparative efficacy of a sulcular oral hygiene brush and dental floss.. J Periodontol. 1992; 62.
- Carpio L, Dunford R, Hausmann E, Shibly O, Allen K, Christersson L. Evaluation of a Simple Radiographic Alignment System Appropriate for Routine Clinical and Research Use. J Dent Res. 1992; 71.
- Ciancio SG, Shibly O, Farber G. Clinical evaluation of a new polytetrafluoro-ethylene dental floss. J Dent Res. 1992; 71(963).
- Shibly O, Awwa I, Aladib S, Ciancio SG, Dunford R. Histological and clinical comparison of various periodontal treatment modalities. J Dent Res. 1992; 71(1521).
- Shibly O. Osteoporosis as a risk indicator for periodontal disease. Periodontal Insights..
Evaluative Studies and Case Reports:
- Shibly O, Cummings, KM, Zambon JJ. Resolution of Oral Lesions After Tobacco Cessation J Periodontol. 2008; 79(9).
Professional Memberships:
- American Dental Education Association ADEA (2005–present)
- Eighth District Dental Society (1999–present)
- Erie County Dental Society (1999–present)
- American Dental Association (1999–present)
- American Academy of Periodontology (1992–present)
- International and American Association for Dental Research (1992–present)
Presentations:
- "Cervical Lesions When to Restore and When to Graft" Greater New York Dental Meeting, Greater New York Dental (2009)
- "Comprehensive risk assessments" First Syrian American Conference, Essay Course, First Syrian American Conference (2009)
- "Tobacco Counseling Role of Dental Team in Helping Smokers Quit" Italian Dental Society, Essay Course, Italian Dental Society (2009)
- "Esthetic Crown Lengthening" King Faisal Specialty Hospital, Hands on Workshop, King Faisal Specialty Hospital (2009)
- "Ideal gingiva around natural teeth and implants" King Faisal Specialty Hospital, Essay Course, King Faisal Specialty Hospital (2009)
- "Solving Implant Problems" First International Dental Conference, Beirut Arab University, Essay Course, Beirut Arab University (2009)
- "Ideal Gingiva Around Implants" 6th Aleppo Dental Conference, Course, Aleppo University (2009)
- "Risk factors and dental treatment" Health Care Symposium, Essay Course, Health Care Symposium (2009)
- "Immediate implants with immediate loading vs immediate implants with delayed loading: 1-year report" IADR, IADR (2009)
- "Re-entry comparisons of bone regeneration between immediate vs delayed function in immediate placement of implants in periodontally comprised patients" Academy of Osseointegration, Academy of Osseointegration (2009)
- "Cervical lesions when to graft and when to restore seminar" Symposium at Riyadh University, Riyadh University (2009)
- "Treating advanced periodontal disease" King Saud University, Essay Course, King Saud University (2009)
- "Perio Restorative Interface" National Research Center, Essay Course, National Research Center (2008)
- "Tobacco Counseling, Role of Dental Team in Helping Smokers Quit" State University of New York at Buffalo, Continuing Education Course, State University of New York at Buffalo (2008)
- "Behavioral and Pharmacological Managements of Tobacco Users to Help Them Quit" Homs Dental Society, Homs Dental Society (2008)
- "Comprehensive Risk Assessment and It's Impact on Long Term Treatment Outcome" International Symposium, University of Chonnam, University of Chonnam (2008)
- "Periodontally Accelerated Orthodontic Treatment" International Conference, Damascus University, Damascus University (2008)
- "Periodontally Assisted Accelerated Orthodontics Treatment" Eighth District Orthodontic Society, Essay Course, Eighth District Orthodontic Society (2008)
- "Tobacco Counseling (Role of Dental team in helping smokers quit)" Allegany/Cattaraugus County Dental Society, Allegany/Cattaraugus County Dental Society (2008)
- "How to Change Short Term Fair Treatment Outcome to Long Term Excellent Outcome" Italian Hygienist Association, Italian Hygienist Association (2008)
- "Soft Tissue Grafting Around Implants" Syrian American Medical Society, Syrian American Medical Society (2008)
- "Students Attitude Toward Tobacco Counseling" IADR, IADR (2008)
- "Solving Implant Complications" Chautauqua Dental Conference, Chautauqua Dental Conference (2008)
- "CE Caffe-Creating the Ideal Soft Tissue Framework" State University of New York at Buffalo, Continuing Education Course, State University of New York at Buffalo (2008)
- "Creating the Ideal Soft Tissue Framework" University at Buffalo, Continuing Dental Education Course, University at Buffalo (2008)
- "Comparing Immediate Implant and Delayed Implants in the Anterior Zone" Academy of Osseointegration Conference, Academy of Osseointegration (2008)
- "Creating Ideal Gingiva" King Abdulaziz University, King Abdulaziz University (2008)
- "Comprehensive Risk Assessment and Tobacco Counseling" University at Buffalo & Italian Dental Society, Continuing Dental Education Course, University at Buffalo & Italian Dental Society (2007)
- "Soft tissue grafting to treat gingival recession" University of Manitoba, Seminar, University of Manitoba (2007)
- "New Classification for Immediate Implant Placement in the Esthetic Zone" World Conference on Implant Dentistry, World Conference on Implant Dentistry (2007)
- "Effect of Tobacco Counseling by Dental Students on Quitting Rate" AADR, AADR (2007)
- "Challenges for Immediate Implant Placement in Periodontally Compromised Patients" Academy of Osseointegration, Academy of Osseointegration (2007)
- "Tobacco Counseling, Role of Dental Team in Helping Smokers Quit" SUNY at Buffalo, Continuing Dental Education Course, SUNY at Buffalo (2006)
- "How the dental team can help their patients quit tobacco?" Allegany/Cattaraugus County Dental Society, Allegany/Cattaraugus County Dental Society (2006)
- "Alternative to fillings in the treatment of root lesions" Hama Dental Society, Hama Dental Society (2006)
- "Regeneration of Periodontal Hard and Soft Tissues" Chautauqua Dental Conference, Chautauqua Dental Conference (2006)
- "The Human and it's Others" Princeton University 2006 Annual Meeting, Princeton University (2006)
- "Tobacco Counseling, Role of Dental Team in Helping Smokers Quit" University of Florida, Essay Course, University of Florida (2006)
- "Perio/restorative interface" SUNY at Buffalo, Continuing Education Course, SUNY at Buffalo (2005)
- "Periodontal regeneration around implants" SUNY at Buffalo, Continuing Education Course, SUNY at Buffalo (2005)
- "The Impact of Culture and Faith on Organ Donation" Upstate New York Transplant Services, Inc, Upstate New York Transplant Services, Inc (2005)
- "Perio restorative consideration" SUNY at Buffalo, Continuing Education Course, SUNY at Buffalo (2004)
- "IRB and Gender Consent Issues in Clinical Trials in the Middle East" AADR, AADR (2004)
- "Clinical Comparison of the Butler G-U-M Pulse plaque Remover with Manual and Electric toothbrushes" AADR, AADR (1998)
- "Effect of antibiotics on the treatment of rapidly progressive periodontitis" AADR, AADR (1997)
- "Results of limited inital therapy in smokers and nonsmokers" AADR, AADR (1997)
- "Comparison of manual and automated probing" AADR, AADR (1996)
- "Progression of Periodontal Disease" AADR, AADR (1996)
- "Comparison between Bitewing and Periapical Radiographs" AADR, AADR (1995)
- "New Technique to Measure the Volume of the Furcation Involvement" AADR, AADR (1994)
- "The Role of 0.12 Chlorhexidene Gluconate in Drug Induced Hyperplasia" AADR, AADR (1994)
- "Comparison of Clinical and Radiographic Measurements of Periodontal Attachment Loss" IADR, IADR (1993)
- "Clinical Evaluation of a new Polytetrafluoroethelyene Dental Floss" AADR, AADR (1992)
- "Histological and Clinical Comparison of Various Periodontal Treatment Modalities" AADR, AADR (1992)
Service Activities:
- School of Dental Medicine Executive Council; Member (2007)
- School of Dental Medicine Minority Student Affairs Committee; Member (2006)
- Health Care Screening; Organizing and establishing health care screening from physicians and dentists for community services through interfaith communities. Co-Chair with Fr. Robert Stall.; Co-Chair (2009)
- Tobacco Industry Program; Program moderator and organizer; Counseling by a national expert, Dr. Alan Blum, from Alabam; Program Coordinator (2009)
- Scientific Committee for the First Syrian American and Canadian Dental Conference; Chair (2009)
- Walk a Thon to support Buffalo Food Bank; for community, raised more than $40,000 for food bank; Coordinator (2009)
- Keynote speaker at the memorial services for Cantor Suzane Wehle; lost in Airline Crash in Buffalo; Invited Participant (2009)
- City Sisterhood; Established between Buffalo and Bursa City in Turkey; Participant (2009)
- Jewish Youth Interfaith; for dialogue and community service; Co-Chair (2009)
- Journal of International Dental Hygiene; Reviewer (2008–present)
- Journal of the American Dental Association; Reviewer (2008–present)
- Youth Interfaith; for dialogue and community services, Temple Beth Am, Islamic Center of WNY and Amherst church community; Co-Director (2008–present)
- Al Nur Arabic and Islam School; Principal (2007–present)
- Inter Religious and Community Concerns; Chair (2007–present)
- Leading Dental School BOCA mission to Syria; to provide dental care for poor people; School Representative (2006)
- The Human and it's Others; Panelist and lecturer at the 2006 Annual Meeting at Princeton University, New Jersey, March 23-25, 2006; Panel Member (2006)
- Alliances of Homeless of WNY; Board Member (2006–present)
- Annual dinner for School auction charity; for Dental student organizations; Volunteer (2006–present)
- Coalition for Organ-Failure Solutions (COFS); Board Member (2006–present)
- Eastern CAMBRA Coalition (Caries Management by Risk Assessment); Member (2006–present)
- Journal of Modern Dentistry; London, UK; Editorial Board Member (2006–present)
- Middle East Research Ethics Training Initiative (MERETI); Collaboration between University at Buffalo and University of Maryland; Co-Director (2006–present)
- Inter Religious and Community Concerns; Co-Chair (2005–2008)
- Dental School Student Auction for ASDA and BOCA; SUNY at Buffalo; Contributor (2005–present)
- External Scientific Evaluator; for college of Health Science served on the promotion committee for Dr. Jaseem Al Ansari, Kuwait; Committee Member (2004)
- Buffalo Peace Center; Member (2002–present)
- Community and University Cultural and Friendship Dinner; Coordinator (2001–present)
- Network of Religious Communities of Western New York; Board of Governors; Board Member (2001–present)
- Building Bridges Youth Program; Al Nur School and Boston Middle School; Co-Director (2001–2004)
- Interfaith Community Youth Services; Co-Director (2001–2004)
- UB Annual Dinner; to promote cultural compatibility and respect of diversity; Volunteer (2001–present)
- Chautauqua Institution Program for the General Public; Guest Lecturer (2000–2008)
- Al Nur Arabic and Islam School; Principal (1993–2001)