Dr. Ishrat-ul-Ebad Khan Institute of Oral Health Sciences (DIKIOHS)


Dr Ishrat-ul-Ebad Khan Institute of Oral Health Sciences (DIKIOHS) was established in the year 2006 for the enhancement of academic excellence, an increase of human resources, and the provision of excellent community health care.

Research


The following are the ongoing researches in the Orthodontics department:

  • Comparison of three different approaches on rate & canine retraction. A randomized controlled trial.
  • Comparison of different bracket recycling methods on shear bond strength (SBS).
  • Efficacy of three different intrusion technique.
  • Effect of PRP on the rate of canine retraction.
  • Effectiveness of three antimicrobial gels in management of gingivitis during fixed orthodontics treatment.
  • Three dimensional evaluation of root resorption of maxillary anterior after en-mass versus two steps space closure using CBCT.
  • Effects on maxillary anterior dentition following en-mass retraction using mini implants and various heights of anterior power arm.
  • Influence of low level laser therapy on the rate of orthodontic tooth movement and associated pain.
  • Comparison of slot size discrepancy in commercially available orthodontics bracket systems.
  • Sagittal and vertical changes after different extraction pattern in class II malocclusion.