Dr. Abdul Majeed Munir Ahmad ASSISTANT PROFESSOR

Personal Data

Nationality | Pakistani

Department | Restorative Dental Sciences (RDS)

Official UoD Email | amahmad@uod.edu.sa

Office Phone No. | 013- 33- 31443

Language Proficiency

Language Read Write Speak

Arabic

English

Others, Urdu, Punjabi

Academic Qualifications (Beginning with the most recent)

Date Academic Degree Place of Issue Address

2013 PG Diploma South Africa University of the Western Cape

2011 PhD South Africa University of the Western Cape

2007 PG Diploma South Africa University of the Western Cape

2006 MSc (Dent) South Africa University of the Western Cape

2000 BSc Pakistan Bahauddin Zakaryia University

1999 BDS Pakistan Nishtar Medical College

PhD, Master or Fellowship Research Title: (Academic Honors or Distinctions)

PhD Efficacy and safety of various tooth-whitening products with special reference to the three dimensional colour space (L*a*b*) measurements and the microhardness tests.

Master An in vitro study of microleakage and surface microhardness of nanocomposite restorative materials.

Fellowship

Professional Record: (Beginning with the most recent)

Job Rank Place and Address of Work Date

Assistant Professor College of Dentistry, University of Dammam

Dammam, Saudi Arabia

May 2012 to date

Lecturer (Undergrad/Postgrad) (Part-time)

Restorative Dentistry/

Department of Prosthodontics

Faculty of Dentistry, University of the

Western Cape

Cape Town, South Africa

04/2006 to 12/2011

Researcher (Part-time)

Restorative Dentistry/ Oral & Dental Research Institute

Faculty of Dentistry, University of the

Western Cape

Cape Town, South Africa

06/2007 to 12/2011

Dental Surgeon General Dentistry Dental Inn, Surgimed Hospital

Lahore, Pakistan 07/2002 to 12/2003

Medical Officer (Dental)

General Dentistry Water & Power Development Authority (WAPDA) Hospital

Lahore, Pakistan 09/2001 to 06/2002

Dental Surgeon General Dentistry Deen Dental Surgery, Multan, Pakistan 01/2001 to 08/2001

House Officer (Internship)

Operative Dent/ Prosthodontics/Oral Surgery/Orthodontics

Nishtar Hospital Multan, Pakistan 12/1999 to 01/2001

Administrative Positions Held: (Beginning with the most recent)

Administrative Position Office Date

Scientific Achievements

Published Refereed Scientific Researches (In Chronological Order Beginning with the Most Recent)

# Name of Investigator(s) Research Title Publisher and Date of Publication

1 AlShwaimi E, Bogari D, Ajaj R, Almas K, Majeed A

In vitro antimicrobial effectiveness of root canal sealers against E. faecalis: a systematic reveiw

J Endod, 2016; 42:1588-1597

2 Alshwaimi E, Majeed A, Ali AA.

Pulpal responses to direct capping with betamethasone/gentamicin cream and mineral trioxide aggregate: histologic and micro-computed tomography assessments.

J Endod, 2016;42:30-35.

3 Majeed A, Farooq I, Grobler SR, Rossouw RJ.

Tooth-bleaching: a review of the efficacy and adverse effects of various tooth whitening products.

J Coll Physicians Surg Pak. 2015;25:1-9.

4 Peck MT, Hiss D, Stephen L, Satti A, Majeed A.

Platelet-Rich Fibrin (PRF)-the effect of storage time on platelet concentration: research.

S Afr Dent J, 2015;70:448-451.

5 Majeed A, Farooq I, Grobler, S, Moola MH.

In vitro evaluation of variances between real and declared concentration of hydrogen peroxide in various tooth-whitening products.

Acta Odontol Scand, 2015;73:387-90.

6 Peck MT, Satti A, Majeed A. A retrospective analysis of early implant failure of the Adin Touareg-X dental implant system.

Int J Clin Dent Sci, 2014;5:30-35.

7 Al-Qatari K, Majeed A, Alshwaimi E.

Knowledge and use of cone-beam computed tomography among endodontists in Saudi Arabia.

Egy Dent J, 2013;59:4:1-6.

8 Alshwaimi E, Majeed A. Perceived quality, clarity, and accuracy of manually processed and self-developing radiographs in endodontics.

Int J Health Sci, 2013: 7:2:116-123.

9 Peck MT, Stephen LXG, Singh A, Patel N, Majeed A.

The use of leukocyte- and platelet-rich fibrin (L-PRF) to facilitate implant placement in bone deficient sites: A report of two cases.

S Afr Dent J, 2012:67:2:54-59.

10 Majeed A, Grobler SR, Moola MH.

Effect of four over-the-counter tooth-whitening products on enamel microhardness.

S Afr Dent J, 2011;66:412-415.

11 Majeed A, Grobler SR, Moola MH.

The pH of various tooth-whitening products on the South African market.

S Afr Dent J, 2011;66:274-277.

12 Peck MT, Stephen LXG, Marnewick J, Majeed A.

Palatal ulceration as the first sign of pulmonary tuberculosis: A case report.

Trop Doct, 2011 DOI: 10.1258/td.2011.110240.

13 Grobler SR, Majeed A, Hayward R, Rossouw RJ, Moola MH, Kotze TvanW.

A clinical study of the effectiveness of two different 10% carbamide peroxide bleaching products. A 6 month follow-up.

Int J Dent, 2011;2011:167525.

14 Peck MT, Africa CWJ, Stephen LXG, Marnewick J, Majeed A.

An in-vitro analysis of the antimicrobial efficacy of herbal toothpastes on selected primary plaque colonizers.

Int J Clin Dent Sci, 2011;2:28-32.

15 Grobler SR, Majeed A, Moola MH Rossouw RJ.

In vivo spectrophotometric assessment of the effectiveness of Nite White ACP 10% over a 6-month period.

Open Dent J, 2011;5:18-23.

16 Majeed A, Osman YI, Al-Omari T.

Microleakage of four composite resin systems in Class II restorations.

S Afr Dent J, 2009;64(10):484-488.

17 Grobler SR, Majeed A, Moola MH.

Effect of various tooth-whitening products on enamel microhardness.

S Afr Dent J, 2009;64(10):480-484.

18 Majeed A, Grobler SR, Moola MH, Rossouw RJ, van W Kotze TJ.

Effect of four different Opalescence tooth-whitening products on enamel microhardness.

S Afr Dent J, 2008;63(5):282-286.

Refereed Scientific Research Papers Accepted for Publication

# Name of Investigator(s) Research Title Journal Acceptance Date

1 Khan SQ, Khabeer A, AlHarbi F, ArRejaie A, Farooqi FA, Majeed A,

Frequency and status of root canal treated teeth among patients attended College of Dentistry, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia

Saudi J Med Med Sci May, 2016

2 Majeed A, E AlShwaimi

Push-out bond strength and surface microhardness of three calcium silicate-based biomaterials in root dentine.

Med Princ Pract November, 2016

Scientific Research Papers Presented to Refereed Specialized Scientific Conferences

# Name of Investigator(s) Research Title Conference and Publication Date

1 A Majeed, E Alshwaimi. Surface microhardness and push-out bond strength of calcium silicate-based biomaterials.

J Dent Res, (Pakistan division)

2 A Majeed, E Alshwaimi. Push-out bond strength of calcium silicate-based biomaterials in root dentin.

J Dent Res 94(Spec Iss A):2076, 2015 (www.iadr.org).

3 MH Moola, A Majeed,

SR Grobler.

In vitro spectrophotometric evaluation of the efficacy of four over-the-counter tooth-whitening products.

SEAADE-IADR, 2011 Singapore.

4 A Majeed, SR Grobler, MH Moola.

Clinical evaluation of two at-home tooth-whitening products using a spectrophotometer.

J Dent Res 90(Spec Iss B):0231 (Continental European Division), 2011

5 A Majeed, SR Grobler, MH Moola.

Effect of various tooth-whitening products on enamel microhardness.

J Dent Res 89(Spec Iss B):3847, 2010

6 A Majeed, SR Grobler, MH Moola.

Effect of over-the-counter tooth-whitening products on enamel microhardness.

J Dent Res 89 (Spec Iss C):30, 2010

7 YI Osman, A Majeed, W Caroline.

Influence of a bleaching agent on stained direct composite resin.

J Dent Res 89 (Spec Iss C):25, 2010

8 RJ Rossouw, SR Grobler, A Majeed.

Tooth Whitening Effectiveness of 10% Nite White over 6-Months.

J Dent Res 89(Spec Iss C): (East & Southern Africa Division), 2010

9 SR Grobler, R Hayward, A Majeed, MH Moola.

Comparison of the Whitening Effect of Two 10% Bleaching Products.

J Dent Res 89(Spec Iss C): (East & Southern Africa Division), 2010

10 YI Osman, M Elnour, A Majeed.

The effect of smear layer on root canal microleakage.

J Dent Res 89 (Spec Iss C):34, 2010

11 A Majeed. Effect of various tooth-whitening products on enamel microhardness.

J Dent Res 88(Spec Iss B):0003 (African Middle East Region), 2009

12 A Majeed, SR Grobler, MH Moola, RJ Rossouw.

Effect of home bleaching products and coca-cola on enamel microhardness.

J Dent Res 88(Spec Iss B):165 (British Division), 2009

13 RJ Rossouw, A Majeed, SR Grobler, YI Osman, MH Moola

Surface microhardness assessment of four composite resin restorative materials.

J Dent Res 88(Spec Iss B):0009 (African Middle East Division), 2009

14 YI Osman, M Salih, V Wilson, A Majeed.

Disinfection Methods: Effect on the Dimensional Accuracy of Gypsum Casts.

J Dent Res 88 (Spec Iss B):0065 (African Middle East Division), 2009

15 A Majeed. Effect of four different Opalescence tooth-whitening products on enamel microhardness.

J Dent Res 87(Spec Iss C):0003 (South African Division), 2008

16 A Majeed. Grobler SR, Moola MH.

Effect of four tooth-whitening products on enamel microhardness.

24th Pakistan National Dental Conference, 22nd – 24th December, 2008, Lahore, Pakistan.

17 YI Osman, M Elkhazine, A Majeed.

Analysis of coronal discoloration from commonly used obturation materials.

J Dent Res 87 (Spec Iss C):0065 (South African Division), 2008

18 MH Moola, SR Grobler, A Majeed.

The pH evaluation of various tooth-whitening products.

J Dent Res 86(Spec Iss B): 97816 (South African Division), 2007

19 A Majeed, YI Osman, SR Grobler, R Rahbeeni, MH Moola.

Spectrophotometric evaluation of colour reproduction by dental laboratories at UWC.

J Dent Res 85 (Spec Iss C):87768 (South African Division), 2006

20 A Majeed, YI Osman, SR Grobler, T Al-Omari.

Microleakage of nano/microhybrid composites in Class II restorations.

J Dent Res 85 (Spec Iss C):87445 (South African Division), 2006

21 S Cassim, YI Osman, V Wilson, A Majeed.

Evaluation of occlusal rests of metal-based removable partial dentures.

J Dent Res 85 (Spec Iss C):87523 (South African Division), 2006

Completed Research Projects

# Name of Investigator(s) (Supported by)

Research Title Report Date

1 A Majeed, Theeb Alquria

(Student Research) Radiographic evaluation of quality of root canal

obturations performed by undergraduate students. 2015/16

2 A Majeed, Hassan Al-Dabbus,

Abdulaziz Al-Ali, Ahmed Al-Madih (Student Research)

Solubility of Different Endodontic Sealers in two Organic Solvents.

2015/16

3

A Majeed, Khalid Abdulaziz Al-Odail, Tamim Abdullah Al-Falah,

Abdulaziz Adel Al-Marshoud, Mohammed Ibrahim Al-Muaybid

(Student Research)

Effects of acid etching procedures on the surface microhardness of calcium silicate-based cements.

2015/16

4 A Majeed, E AlShwaimi, MA

Nazir, K Almas (non-budgeted research)

A survey of the knowledge and practices of dental students about dentin hypersensitivity.

2015/16

5 Khan SQ, Khabeer A, AlHarbi F,

ArRejaie A, Farooqi FA, Majeed A

Radiographic evaluation of periapical status and prevalence of endodontic treatment in an adult

Saudi Population of Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia. 2015/16

6 A Majeed

(DSR, UOD)

Micro Computed Tomographic evaluation of root canal obturations by undergraduate students in pre-

clinical Endodontic course. 2014/15

7 E AlShwaimi., A Majeed

(DSR, UOD) Microhardness and push-out bond strength of

silicate based biomaterials in root dentin. 2013/14

8 A Majeed, SR Grobler, MH Moola

(UWC, SADA)

Efficacy and safety of various tooth-whitening products with special reference to the three

dimensional colour space (L*a*b*) measurements and the microhardness tests.

2011

9 A Majeed, YI Osman, MH Moola,

R Rahbeeni Spectrophotometric evaluation of colour

reproduction by dental laboratories at UWC. 2007

10 A Majeed, YI Osman An in vitro study of microleakage and surface microhardness of nanocomposite restorative

materials. 2006

Current Researches

# Research Title Name of Investigator(s)

1

The Effectiveness of Pre-operative Sub-mucosal Injection of Dexamethasone in Reducing Post-operative Pain in Teeth Diagnosed With Symptomatic Irreversible Pulpitis: a Double-Blind Prospective Randomized Trial.

Faisal Alonaizan, A Majeed

2 Antimicrobial effectiveness of irrigating solutions and laser assisted disinfection methods in endodontics: a clinical study.

A Majeed, E AlShwaimi

3 Incorporation of hydroxyapatite and tricaclicum phosphate nanoparticles into an endodontic sealer

A Majeed, A AlAodah, A AlQuraini

4 Efficacy of various dentifrices in remineralizing artificially induced demineralization in human enamel

K Almas, I Farooq, E AlShwaimi, A Majeed

Contribution to Scientific Conferences and Symposia

# Conference Title Place and Date of the Conference Extent of Contribution

Membership of Scientific and Professional Societies and Organizations

International Association for Dental Research

Saudi Dental Society, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia

Pakistan Medical & Dental Council (Registered Dental Practitioner), 3738-D

South African Dental Association (Past member)

Cape Society for Dental Implantology

Pakistan Dental Association

International Team for Implantology (Past member)

Teaching Activities

Undergraduate

# Course/Rotation Title No./Code Extent of Contribution (no. of lectures/Tutorials. Or labs, Clinics)

1 CCD DTEDU 631 1 Clinical session of supervision in Endodontics

2 Clinical Endodontics (Male & Female)

RDS 532 3 lectures, 2 Clinics per week

3 Preclinical Endodontics (Male & Female)

RDS 412 6 Lectures, 4 Labs per week

4 Internship Clinical supervision as requested for the management of difficult cases

Brief Description of Undergraduate Courses Taught: (Course Title – Code: Description)

1 CCD DTEDU 631: Comprehensive care dentistry course allows students to prepare, present and treat simple, intermediate and advance cases from start to finish.

2 Clinical Endodontics RDS 532: This course is to train the student to diagnose and perform the clinical aspects of the endodontic therapy. It allows the student to achieve higher experience in treating single and multi-rooted teeth in patients.

3 Preclinical Endodontics RDS 412: The purpose of the course is to impart knowledge and skills in students to perform fundamental operative procedures in the field of endodontics with confidence in order to prepare them for the treatment of patients in clinical endodontics

Postgraduate

# Course/Rotation Title No./Code Extent of Contribution (no. of lectures/Tutorials. Or labs, Clinics)

1 Saudi Board of Endodontics

Preclinical block course for 6 weeks 1 Clinical Supervision session per week

Brief Description of Postgraduate Courses Taught: (Course Title – Code: Description)

1 Saudi Board of Endodontics is a specialization program spread over 4 years of Clinical work with case presentations, literature reviews, surgical and non-surgical endodontic therapy of advance cases.

Course Coordination

# Course Title and Code Coordination Co-coordination Undergrad. Postgrad. From to

1 Clinical Endodontics RDS 532

2016 2017

2 Clinical Endodontics RDS 532

2015 2016

3 Clinical Endodontics RDS 532

2013 2014

4 Preclinical Endodontics RDS 412

2013 2013

Guest/Invited Lectures for Undergraduate Students

# Activity/Course Title and Code

Subject College and University or Program Date

1 BMAT 203

Lecture for 2nd year undergraduate students

Dental Materials (Dental

Cements)

College of Dentistry, University of Dammam, BDS program

Student Academic Supervision and Mentoring

# Level Number of Students From to

4th year BDS 06 2014 2015

3rd year BDS 06 2013 2014

Supervision of Master and/or PhD Thesis

# Degree Type Title Institution Date

Ongoing Research Supervision

# Degree Type Title Institution Date

Administrative Responsibilit ies, Committee and Community Service (Beginning with the most recent)

Administrative Responsibilities

# From To Position Organization

Committee Membership

# From To Position Organization

1 2015 date Member of the Research Unit College of Dentistry, University of

Dammam

2 2014 2015

Coordinator & member of Committee developing Postgraduate

Program Doctor of Science in Dentistry (DScD) in Endodontics,

College of Dentistry, University of Dammam

3 2013 2015 Member of NCAAA – Faculty and

Staff Employment Process Committee (FSEPC)

College of Dentistry, University of Dammam

4 2013 2014

Member of committee that developed Intended Learning

Outcomes (ILOs) for Pre-Clinical and Clinical Endodontics courses

New Curriculum

College of Dentistry, University of Dammam

Community Service

1 Treatment of patients requiring endodontic therapy at the clinics of College of Dentistry, University of Dammam, 2012 to date

2 Participated in Community outreach programs, Faculty of Dentistry, University of the Western Cape, Cape Town South Africa

3 Participated in school child dental health program by PDA & Pepsodent in 1999 & 2000

Scientific Consultations

1 Journal of Dentistry, Oral Disorders & Therapy

2 Pakistan Oral & Dental Journal (Member of Editorial Board)

3 Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research

4 Open Journal of Stomatology

5 Journal of Cranio-Maxillary Diseases

6 European Journal of Dentistry

7 European Journal of General Dentistry

8 Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dentistry

9 The Scientific World Journal

10 Current Drug Delivery

11 Journal of Family and Community Medicine

Volunteer Work

# From To Type of Volunteer Organization

Personal Key Competencies and Skills: (Computer, Information technology, technical, etc.)

1 Microsoft Office (Word, Powerpoint, Excel etc)

2 Electronic Library resources: Literature Searches, Databases, Journals etc

3 Statistical Software Packages: SPSS NCSS Epi Info Data Analysis Plus 5.0

4 Laboratory Equipment expertise: Scanning Electron Microscope

Micro Computed Tomography

Zwick Machine (shear and tensile bond strengths)

Specimen sectioning & polishing tools (Minitomes etc)

Thermocycling equipment

Digital and Analogue Microhardness Testers

pH and ion meters

Spectrophotometer, Spectroshade, Digital Photography

Last Update

07/11/2016