2026 Publications

List of Publications in JCR/Web of Science/Scopus (2026)

JCR Impact Factor (Q1-Q2) JCR 2024

1) Nurdarina Ausi Zulkifli, Anani Aila Mat Zin, Zurina Hassan, Zulkifli Mustafa, Wan Norlina Wan Azman, Siti Nurma Hanim Hadie, Nurhafizah Ghani (2026). Stingless Bee Honey as a Therapeutic Strategy: Enhancing Neuroprotective and Cognitive Function in a Seizure Model Induced by Kainic Acid. Behavioural Brain Research, 496: 115857. [Q2].

2) Lidawani Lambuk, Aina Akmal Mohd Noor, Fatmawati Lambuk, Tuan Noorkorina Tuan Kub, Muhammad Zulfiqah Sadikan, Norhayati Yusop, Rohimah Mohamud, Nik Haszroel Hysham Nik Hashim (2026). Navigating the landscape of hepatitis B virus reactivation in HBsAg-positive and HBsAg-negative resolved infections: Current insights and future directions. American Journal of the Medical Sciences, 371(2): 188-199. [Q2].

3) Siti Nurnasihah Md Hashim, Sarahani Harun, Ahmad Sukari Halim, Suzina Sheikh Abdul Hamid, Thirumulu Ponnuraj Kannan, Khairul Bariah Ahmad Amin Noordin, Nazia Abdul Majid, Ahmad Azlina* (2026). Integrating biochemical cues and mechanical forces in stem cell-epithelial differentiation. Differentiation, 147: 100931. [Q2].

4) Galvin Sim Siang Lin, Abdul Rauf Badrul Hisham, Jonathan Jun Xian Yuen, Gan Jin, Jong-Eun Kim, Yunita Dewi Ardini, Fadzlinda Baharin, Mohd Haikal Muhamad Halil (2026). Outcomes of silver-modified atraumatic restorative technique (SMART) in carious primary teeth: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised clinical studies. Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry, 50(1): 49-65. [Q2].

5) Che Jusoh Che Awanis, Mohd Noor Norhayati, Zainab Mat Yudin (2026). Beyond the skin: Lived experiences and coping strategies of psoriasis patients in Malaysia. PLoS One, 21(1): e0329066. [Q2].

6) Aimi Syahidah Zulkipli, Normastura Abd Rahman*, Munirah Mohd Adnan, Jamilah Shaari, Wan Nor Arifin Wan Mansor (2026). Translation, Cross-Cultural Adaptation, and Psychometric Validation of the Malay Version of the Montreal Children's Hospital Feeding Scale for Screening Pediatric Feeding Difficulties in Malaysia. International Journal of Language & Communication Disorders, 61(1): e70198. [Q2].

7) Mohamed Zahoor Ul Huqh, Hashim Bin Yaacob, Suresh Kandagal Veerabhadrappa, Johari Yap Abdullah, Samiullah Dowlath Saheb, Syed Altafuddin Quadri, Anand Marya & Siddharthan Selvaraj (2026). Growth factor analysis in children with non-syndromic orofacial clefts: a systematic review. BMC Oral Health, 26: 311. [Q1].

8) Nurul Husna Azizul, Hermizi Hapidin, Hasmah Abdullah, Maryam Azlan, Azlina Ahmad & Ima Nirwana Soelaiman (2026). Tannic Acid and Pamidronate Synergistically Modulate Osteoblast and Osteoclast Activity in a Human Co-Culture Model. Bratislava Medical Journal, 127: 612–636. [Q2].

9) Afaf Syahira Ahmad Satmi, Nabeel Reza, Mohd Fadhli Khamis, Nasibah Mohamad, Johari Yap Abdullah, Muhamad Ilhami Mohd Ali Hanafiah, Ashwini M. Madawana (2026). Educational aspects of artificial intelligence in oral and maxillofacial radiology: Insights from a scoping review. BMC Medical Education, 26: 164. [Q1].

10) Muhammad Umar Aslam Khan, Saiqa Yousaf, Abdalla Abdal-Hay, Mohd Faizal Bin Abdullah*, Sahar Madani, Muhammad Shahzad Zafar, Goran M. Stojanovic, Lobat Tayebi (2026). Recent insight and perspective of marine-inspired biopolymers for wound healing applications – A review. Materials Today Sustainability 34: 101327. [Q1].

11) N.T. Snigdha, M.I. Karobari, Aimi Kamarudin*, N.A. Samsudin, Fadzlinda Baharin, N. Dziaruddin, A.A. Assiry, A.M. Luke, G.A. Scardina (2026). A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Regenerative Pulpotomy in the Treatment of Vital Primary Teeth. European Journal of Paediatric Dentistry, 27(1): 105-120. [Q1].

12)  Zeeshan Qamar, Nishath Sayed Abdul, Mahesh Shenoy, Cristalle Soman, R Naveen Reddy, Ahmed Heji Albaqawi, H.M.Khuthija Khanam, Nasser Hussein Shaheen, Mohammed Noushad, Sara Mohammed Haider Majhoom, Norhayati Luddin (2026). Knowledge, attitude and practice (KAP) of dentists regarding the use of digital workflow in pedo-prosthetic rehabilitation: a comparative study across three countries. Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry, 50(2): 58-66. [Q1].

13) Sanubari Tansah Tresna, Nursanti Anggriani, Herlina Napitupulu, Wan Muhamad Amir W. Ahmad, Asty Samiati Setiawan (2026). Mathematical Modeling for Contagious Dental Health Issue: An Early Study of Streptococcus mutans Transmission. Mathematics, 14: 704. [Q1].

14) Rika Amelia, Nursanti Anggriani, Wan Muhamad Amir W. Ahmad (2026). An Integrated Optimal Control Model for Simultaneous Tuberculosis Transmission and Stunting Prevention. Mathematics, 14: 1140. [Q1].

15) Norhidayu Ginon, Zainab Mat Yudin, Wan Muhamad Amir W Ahmad, Azidah Abdul Kadir, Mohd Noor Norhayati, Erinna Mohamad Zon, Norsiah Ali, Ahmad Fithri Azam Abdul Rahman, Nur Harnani Abdullah, Nadia Hamimah Kamaludin, Norazlin Zainuddin, Asma Amaran, Rosnani Kasim, Norzarina Ireny Mohd Nazri, Punitha Arinima, Mohamad Ariff Fahmi Ahmad Zawawi (2026). Assessing COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy in Malaysian pregnant women: Prevalence and influencing factors. PeerJ, 14: e21017. [Q2].

16) Rizwan Jouhar, Mohamad Syahrizal Halim*, Sayed A. Quadri, Muhammad Adeel Ahmed (2026). Evaluation of biofilm disruption on root dentin following conventional and nanoparticle-enhanced photodynamic therapies using scanning electron microscopy and FIJI-based image analysis. Discover Nano, 21: 93. [Q2].

17) Yaxin Wang, Rozita Hassan*, Liyana Ghazali, Shanshan Cai, Anani Aila Bt Mat Zin, Sanhui Yang, Linxian Zeng (2025). Micronucleus Formation in Oral Mucosal Cells Following Dental X-ray Exposure: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Dentomaxillofacial Radiology, 55: 235–251. [Q1].

18) Mohammed Mousa, Belal Elmarhoumy, Mahmoud Salloum, Abdalwhab Zwiri, Mohammed Sghaireen, Thamir Bahattab, Ahmed Almutairi, Njoud Almuzaini, Johari Abdullah (2026). Influences of TiO2 and SiO2 nanofillers on the hardness and surface roughness of maxillofacial silicone elastomers after two years of outdoor tropical weathering: An in vitro study. PLoS One 21(4): e0344522. [Q2].

19) Matheel AL-Rawas, Omar Abdul Jabbar Abdul Qader, Galvin Sim Siang Lin, Yew Hin Beh, Muhammad Annurdin Sabarudin, Yee Ang, Jun Fay Low, Johari Yap Abdullah*, Tahir Yusuf Noorani* (2026). Human versus artificial intelligence: investigating ability of young academics from research and non-research institutions to identify ChatGPT-generated dental research abstracts. Scientific Reports, 16: 12287. [Q1].

20) Wang Yi, Johari Yap Abdullah*, Umi Mardhiyyah Mat Ali & A S M Rafiul Haque (2026). Diagnostic, predictive, and therapeutic approaches for impactedcanines: a systematic review and meta-analysis. BMC Oral Health, 26: 682. (Q1).

21) Suheel Manzoor Baba, Nik Rozainah Nik Abdul Ghani*, Mohammed Alqarni, Johari Yap Abdullah, Shabina Shafi (2026). Assessment of canal centering and dentinal integrity following root canal preparation with different NiTi file systems: An in vitro CBCT and stereomicroscopic study. Medicine, 105: 17(e48483). [Q2].

22) Li Su, Qichao Kang, Xu Zhang, Dan Li, Chen Luo, Zhe Tang, Jingwen Wang, Norma Ab Rahman* (2026). Comparison of root resorption severity after fixed and invisible orthodontic treatment in patients with four first premolar extractions: A retrospective study. Medicine, 105: 18(e48605). [Q2].

23) Wan Haiera Wan Nor, Noraini Mohamad*, Norkhafizah Saddki, Zainab Mat Yudin, Tengku Alina Tengku Ismail, Zaharah Sulaiman (2026). Determinants of delayed initiation of breast milk expression among mothers of premature infants in Kelantan, Malaysia. PeerJ, 14: e21159. [Q2].

24) Maysaa Fakhro, Amer Sakr, Lina el Bitar, Paul Nahas, Mohd Fadhli Khamis, Mohd Firdaus Yhaya & Kah Haw Chang (2026). Exploration of the usage of dental composite resin and the perception of its potential implications in forensic odontology among Lebanese dentists. Scientific Reports, 16: 13269.  [Q1].

25) Jonathan Joseph J Naesarajoo, Johari Yap Abdullah*, Richard Avoi, Sofan bin Zenian, Zamzuri Idris & Jafri Malin Abdullah (2026). Role of ethnicity in the determination of the transverse sigmoid sinus Junction (TSSJ): A prospective hospital-based radiological study in adult Sabah, East Malaysia. Scientific Reports, 16: 14458. [Q1].

-- Maaz Anwer Memon, Wan Nazatul Shima Shahidan, Noriko Mizusawa, Thirumulu Ponnuraj Kannan, Rizwan Mahmood, Khairul Mohd Fadzli Mustaffa & Usman Ashraf (--). MicroRNAs as diagnostic biomarkers in periodontitis: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Odontology, (Article in Press).

-- Nafeesa Mohamad Jilani, Hayati Samsudin, Mohd Firdaus Yhaya (--). A dual-feature active packaging: Antimicrobial releaseand CO₂ scavenging for fresh produce preservation. Journal of Food Measurement and Characterization (In Press) (Q2).

-- Nor Faharina Abdul Hamid, Tong Wah Lim, Zainab Mat Yudin (--). Trends and Research Hotspots in Technology-Enhanced Dental Education: A Bibliometric Analysis. European Journal of Dental Education (In Press) (Q2).

-- Miaoqing Zhuang, Intan Idiana Hassan, Wan Muhamad Amir W Ahmad, Azidah Abdul Kadir, Furong Li, Yunjie Tong, Yang Guan, Jiajia Yin (--). The roles of health literacy and social support in self-management among older adults with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in China. BMC Pulmonary Medicine [Q2].

Web of Science (Q3-Q4, ESCI) JCR 2024

1) Yee Yng Shiow, Tang Liszen, Wan Muhamad Amir W Ahmad, Mohamad Nasarudin Adnan, Farah Muna Mohamad Ghazali (2026). Evaluating the Functionality and Accessibility of TL Sharps Bin among Experienced Dental Surgeons and Medical Practitioners: A Cross-Sectional Study. Pesquisa Brasileira em Odontopediatria e Clínica Integrada, 26: e240226.

2) Maysaa Fakhro, Paul Nahas, Mohd Fadhli Khamis, Mohd Firdaus Yhaya, Kah Haw Chang (2026). Awareness of forensic odontology among Lebanese dentists: Implications for dental education and training. Journal of Forensic and Legal Medicine, 117: 103057. [Q3].

3) JIAO LI, NURHAYU AB RAHMAN, SUHARNI MOHAMAD and GUANG YANG (2026). A prognostic model for human papillomavirus‑negative head and neck squamous cell carcinoma based on a novel ferroptosis‑related gene signature: Development, validation and elucidation of its relationship with the immune microenvironment. Oncology Letters, 31: 72.

4) Wan Muhamad Amir W Ahmad*, Mohamad Nasarudin Adnan, Farah Muna Mohamad Ghazali, Nor Azlida Aleng, Nurfadhlina Abdul Halim, Mohamad Shafiq Mohd Ibrahim (2026). Predictive Analysis of Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma Patient Status Using Machine Learning: A Focus on Lifestyle and Demographic Factors. Pesquisa Brasileira em Odontopediatria e Clínica Integrada, 26: e250008.

5) Yu Zhang, Mohamad Arif Awang Nawi, Ramizu Shaari, Akram Hassan* (2026). Preparation and Properties of Electrospinning Carrier Loaded with Taraxasterol-Bovine Serum Albumin-Chitosan Protein Nanoparticles. Annals Abbasi Shaheed Hospital & Karachi Medical & Dental College, 31(1): 03-11. [ESCI].

6) Alif Zaidany Bin Zahari, Chew Kah Hup, Ahmad Hashridz Bin Ruslan* (2026). Prevalence of Malocclusion in Prehistoric, Iron Age, Medieval, and Bronze Age Populations: A Systematic Review. Annals Abbasi Shaheed Hospital & Karachi Medical & Dental College, 31(1): 106-118. [ESCI].

7) Shiwei Che, Noor Huda Ismail, Melissa Wan Yun Ooi, Raja Azman Raja Awang (2026). Socket-Shield Technique and Concentrated Growth Factors for Implant Placement in the Esthetic Zone: A Two-Year Case Report. Clinical Case Reports, 14: e72126. [ESCI].

8) Jacqueline Ann Allosias, Huwaina Abd. Ghani*, Siti Nor Fazliah Mohd Noor, Norhayati Luddin, Nurul Syamimi Othman (2026). Piper betle Phytochemical Analysis and Cytotoxicity Evaluation of Combined Bioactive Glass – P. betle on Dental Pulp Stem Cells. Global Journal of Medical, Pharmaceutical, and Biomedical Update, 21(1): 1-11. (ESCI).

9) Eraaja Rajeshwari Murthy, Mohd Firdaus Yhaya, Johari Yap Abdullah, Nurulezah Hasbullah (2026). Kenaf Reinforced Polyamide Composite Materials: A Systematic Review. Journal of Polymer & Composites, 14(02): 158-169. [ESCI].

10) Rabiatul Adawiyah Mohamad Noor, Hanim Afzan Ibrahim, Wan Muhamad Amir W Ahmad, Muhammad Hafiz Hanafi, Muzaimi Mustapha, Kannan Thirumulu Ponnuraj & Nur Karyatee Kassim* (2026). Association of peripheral blood brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) levels with the use of technology-assisted stroke rehabilitation: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Biomarkers in Medicine, 20(5): 297-310.  [Q3].
 

-- Fan Wang, Xuejiao Jia, Zhao Meiling, Fahmi Oscandar, Hadhrami Ab Ghani, Marzuki Omar, Su Li, Li Sha, Junping Zhen, Yuan Yuan, Bin Zhao, Johari Yap Abdullah (--). A Meta-Analysis of the Diagnosis of Condylar and Mandibular Fractures Based on 3-dimensional Imaging and Artificial Intelligence. The Journal of Craniofacial Surgery (Ahead of Print). [Q3].

-- Arshad F. J. Al-Kaabi, Johari Yap Abdullah*, Yanti Johari, Abdul Manaf Abdullah, Mohd Firdaus Yhaya, Nurulezah Hasbullah (--). Thermal and mechanical evaluation of untreated kenaf fiber-reinforced nylon for FDM 3D-printed dental prostheses. Journal of Reinforced Plastics and Composites [Ahead of Print] [Q3].

-- Rahma Hazim Alhussainy, Norma Ab Rahman*, Abbas AlZubaidi, Hakam H. Alfakhry, Basaruddin Ahmad, Fakhri Alfatlawi, Bahaa Ali Sameer (--). CBCT-based evidence on alternate expansion-constriction (AEC) protocols with micro-implant assisted/skeletal expanders (MARPE/MSE): A scoping review. Oral Radiology (Article in Press).

-- Nur Al Amin, Johari Yap Abdullah, Fahmi Oscandar, Mohd Faizal Bin Abdullah, Al Mahmud, A. S. M. Rafiul Haque & Norliza Binti Ibrahim (--) Prevalence and demographic associations of degenerative mandibular condylar changes in a Bangladeshi cohort: a CBCT study. Oral Radiology. [Q3].

Scopus

1) Karam Ahmed, Nik Rozainah Nik Abdul Ghani, Okba Mahmoud (2026). An Analysis of the Physicochemical Properties of Total Fill Bio Ceramic Root Canal Sealer Loaded with Chitosan Nanoparticles. Journal of Nanostructures, 16(1): 261-268.

2) Muna H. Shakhshir, Divya Vanoh, Ruhaya Hasan, Sa’ed H. Zyoud (2026). Associations of malnutrition and functional impairment with psychological distress among hemodialysis patients. Discover Social Science and Health, 6:10.

3) Mohd Abdul Ghani NA, Noraini Mohamad, Abdul Kadir A, Samri SB, Salim AA, Abdullah NH (2026). Prolonged Fever and Unremitting Back Pain in Elderly Patient: A Case of Disseminated Tuberculosis with Spondylodiscitis. IIUM Medical Journal Malaysia, 25(1): 167-170.

4) Hanim Afzan Ibrahim, Siti Aisyah Zulkipeli, Haslina Taib, Tuan Nadrah Naim Tuan Ismail, Nik Aloesnisa Nik Mohd Alwi, Nurul Huda Abdullah, Nur Karyatee Kassim* (2026). Serum Vitamin D Levels and Their Association with Periodontal Parameters in Periodontitis Patients from Northeastern Peninsular Malaysia. Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science, 25(1): 118-124.

5) Fatimah S.A. Rahman, Dasmawati Mohamad*, Nor A.F. Azlisham, Hasnah Osman (2026). Biological evaluation of resin-modified glass ionomer cement containing coumarin derivatives for dental application. Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences, 21(1): 149—158.

6) Khairani Idah Mokhtar, Nur Sazwi Nordin, Basma Ezzat Mustafa, Azlini Ismail, Mohamad Zakkirun Abdullah, Norzaiti Mohd Kenali, Ahmad Muzammil Zuberdi, Ismail Zainol, Azlina Ahmad (2026). Data of small molecule compounds and insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1) detected in Deer Antler Velvet of Malayan Deer (Cervus timorensis). Data in Brief, 64: 112339.

7) O.B.T. Al-Tekreeti, Matheel AL-Rawas, Johari Yap Abdullah, S.J. Jassim, M.H. Mahmood (2026). Radiological evaluation of the morphology of the greater palatine grooves of the hard palate in the Iraqi population utilising CBCT. Morphologie, 110: 101115.

8) Esraa Fadhil Abass, Abdalbseet A. Fatalla, Matheel AL-Rawas, Johari Yap Abdullah (2026). Impact of Mouthwash Immersion on 3D-Printed Resin Material: A Comprehensive Evaluation of Surface Hardness, Surface Roughness, Wettability, and Characterization Using FTIR and FE-SEM Techniques. Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dentistry, 18(2): e199-e207.

9) Abdul Qader OAJ, Reza N, Matheel Al-Rawas, Marzuki Omar, Johari Yap Abdullah (2026). Redefining head and neck cancer treatment with targeted therapy: Current landscape and emerging directions. Babcock University Medical Journal, 9(1): 42-53.

10) Gisele Soh Jing Wen, Nur Julia Nabila Nasir, Norshamiza Abu Bakar, Nur Fatiha Ghazalli, Norhayati Yusop* (2026). Comparative Analysis of Different Fixation and Dehydration Methods for Cells Seeded on Gel-Based Scaffolds using Scanning Electron Microscopy. Malaysian Journal of Fundamental and Applied Sciences, 22: 117−124.

11) Mithaq R. Mohammed, Abdalbseet A. Fatalla, Matheel Al-Rawas, Yanti Johari (2026). Effects of Gadolinium Oxide Nanoparticles and Curing Techniques on the Acrylic Mechanical Properties. Dentistry 3000, 14(1): 1-5.

12) Quanquan Ren, Umi Mardhiyyah Mat Ali*, Norma Ab Rahman (2026). A new perspective on the etiology of impacted maxillary canines: Timing factors not to be ignored—a review. Saudi Dental Journal, 38: 26.

13) Mohammad Majduddin Sulaiman, Nur Haneena Abdul Halim, Jana Abdulla, Chanel Chau Xue Rou (2026). Technique Tip: Composite Injection Moulding for Predictable Aesthetic and Functional Outcomes. Dental Update, 53: 134–136.

14) Ashwini M. Madawana, Ahmad Hashridz Ruslan*, Mohamad Arif Awang Nawi (2026). Maxillary protraction effectiveness in adolescents with cleft palate: A systematic review and network meta-analysis. Dental Journal, 59(1): 14–24.

15) Nadia Munir, Raja Azman Raja Awang*, Naveed Inayat, Ghazala Suleman, Nawshad Muhammad, Noor Huda Ismail, Muhammad Sohail Zafar, Muhammad Zeeshan Munir, Abdul Samad Khan (2026). Assessment of a novel antifungal ionic liquid-mediated silicone denture base soft liner. Frontiers in Dental Medicine, 7: 1734528.

16) Mohmed Isaqali Karobari, Abdul Habeeb Adil, Azhar Iqbal, Hamza Arshad, Fatima Zahra, Fahad Umer, Irfan Maqbool, Venkata Suresh Venkataiah, Tahir Yusuf Noorani (2026). Analysis of root canal anatomy configuration in permanent anterior teeth among the Pakistani subpopulations using cone-beam CT. Frontiers in Oral Health, 7: 1750120.

17) Kugendran V Rajendran, Mohd Faizal Abdullah, Nurhayu Ab Rahman, Aimi Kamarudin (2026). Vascular Vexation: The Diagnostic Journey of an Adolescent Tongue Swelling. International Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry, Volume 19 Issue 4: 524-527.

18) Tianhao Qin, Norma Ab Rahman*, Hazama Mohamad (2026). The relationship between airway obstruction and malocclusion prevalence: A systematic review. Journal of International Oral Health, 18: 16-25.

19) Siti Suhailah Zahari, Roshan Peiris, Ruhaya Hasan, Nik Aloesnisa Nik Mohd Alwi & Nurhafizah Ghani* (2026). Social media as a learning platform for dental undergraduates in Universiti Sains Malaysia. Asia-Pacific Scholar, 11(2): 37-48.

20) Normastura Abd Rahman*, Noorul Afiqah Kamarul Zaman, Munirah Mohd Adnan (2026). Content and Face Validation of the Malay Questionnaire on Facilitators and Barriers for Primary Caregivers During Toothbrushing of Their Children with Cerebral Palsy. Journal of Health Science and Medical Research, 44(3): e20251283.

21) Sahal Alforaidi, Maen Zreaqat, Rozita Hassan (2026). Effects of Miniscrew-Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion (MARPE) on the Facial Soft and Hard Tissues: A Correlation Study. FACE. Volume 7, Issue 1, pp. 96–102.

22) Abdul Qader OAJ, Reza N, Matheel Al-Rawas M, Marzuki Omar, Johari Yap Abdullah (2026). Redefining head and neck cancer treatment with targeted therapy: Current landscape and emerging directions. Babcock University Medical Journal, 9(1): 42-53.

23) Nursharlina Sharan, Nuranis Nabilah Shaperi, Pui Yee Lee, Norhafizah Saari, Nur Karyatee Kassim, Nur Syamsina Ahmad, Nurulezah Hasbullah* (2026). Effects of 12 Weeks of Interval Training on Body Composition in Overweight and Obese Dental Students. Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science, 25(2): 539-547.

24) Wan Muhamad Amir W Ahmad*, Farah Muna Mohamad Ghazali, Mohamad Nasarudin Adnan, Nor Azlida Aleng, Firdaus Mohamad Hamzah (2026). A case study employing non-parametric regression to develop a novel triglycerides model based on HDL levels using non-normally distributed data. Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science, 25(2): 566-575.

25) Fadzlinda Baharin, Siti Nuramira Izzati Che Abdullah, Nik Rozainah Nik Abdullah Ghani, Aimi Kamarudin (2026). Comparative evaluation of nano-hydroxyapatite–silica modified glass ionomer cement as a luting agent for stainless steel crowns using the Hall technique: An in vitro study. Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dentistry, 18(4): e464-e468.

26) Shakilla Nur Asimah Mat Hussin, Shahmir Hayyan Sanusi, Mohd Zulkarnain Mohd Zakri, Ola Barakat Al-Batayneh, Sarliza Yasmin Sanusi (2026). Effectiveness of Eggshell Waste as Toothpaste Abrasive Agent with Optimal Toothbrushing Parameter. International Journal of Integrated Engineering, 18(2): 56-57.

27) Ali Nima Ahmed Hussein, Mustafa Mahdi Jassim, Rola Waleed Abdul-Razaq, Abdalbseet A Fatalla, Matheel Al-Rawas, Mustafa Shakir Mahmood (2026). Palatal Depth, Anchoring Holes, and Denture Cleanser Types on Adaptation of Acrylic Denture Bases. Dentistry 3000, 14(1): 1-5.

28) Tahir Yusuf Noorani, Sohaib Fadhil Mohammed, Abdul Fattah Nongman, Rabihah Alawi, Mohmed Isaqali Karobari (2026). Fabrication and characterization of a bioactive glass and tricalcium silicate incorporated resin‑based root canal sealer. Journal of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, 29: 524-530.

29) Yun Cai, Liping Wang, Raja Azman Raja Awang* (2026). The Effect of Personalized Oral Health Education on Oral Hygiene Behavior and Periodontal Health: A Meta-Analysis and Systematic Review. International Journal of Dentistry, 2026: 7955459.

30) Nurulaqmar Iwani Samsudin*, Marlena Kamaruzaman, Afiq Azizi Jawami (2026). Microcomputed tomography imaging of extracted mandibular premolar root apices: Radiographic considerations of periapical findings. Saudi Endodontic Journal, 16: 251-257.

31) Nor Azura Juhari, Normastura Abd Rahman*, Munirah Mohd Adnan (2026). Association Between Chronic Diseases, Geriatric Syndromes, and Oral Health Problems in Older Adults Towards Strategising Optimum Oral Health Care: A Narrative Review. Malaysian Journal of Medicine and Health Sciences, 21(6): 1358.1 - 1358.15.

32) Alhakam A. Aljarrah, Rosmaliza Ramli, Tuan Nadrah Naim Bt T Ismail, Wan Amir Nizam Wan Ahmad, Wan Nazatul Shima (2026). Gc–ms Analysis and Cytotoxic Evaluation of Cosmos Caudatus Extracts in Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma (OSCC) Cells. Malaysian Journal of Medicine and Health Sciences, 21(6): 1396.1 -1396.9.

33) Maisara Mhd Zain, Basaruddin Ahmad, Azirrawani Arifin, Mohd Zulkarnain Sinor (2026). The Acceptance of the Electronic Payment System for Healthcare Services at Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia. Malaysian Journal of Medicine and Health Sciences, 21(6): 1390.1 -1390.12.

34) Noorul Afiqah Kamarul Zaman, Normastura Abd Rahman, Munirah Mohd Adnan, Muhammad Nazmi bin Abdul Majid (2026). Facilitating Factors, Barriers and the Associated Factors Towards Toothbrushing Among Primary Caregivers of Children With Cerebral Palsy in Kelantan. Malaysian Journal of Medicine and Health Sciences, 21(6): 1410.1 -1410.18.

35) Rebecca Xin Yi Choy, Wan Azman Wan Sulaiman, Che Zubaidah Bt Che Daud, Hamidah Mohd Zainal, Johari Yap Abdullah (2026). Surgical Outcome of Fronto-Orbital Advancement Using Less Rigid Fixation on the Anterior Cranial Fossa in Patients with Craniosynostosis. Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Plastica, 41: s00461820099.

36) Nani Draman, Che Nur Ain Che Abdullah, Noraini Mohamad*, Zainab Mat Yudin, Wan Muhamad Amir W Ahmad, Ritzzaleena Rosli Mohd Rosli, Chee Yong Chuan (2026). Evaluation of Alpha-Lipoic Acid and B Vitamins on Quality of Life and Metabolic Parameters Among Diabetic Patients with Symptomatic Distal Symmetric Polyneuropathy: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Current Diabetes Reviews, 22: e15733998451787.

37) Aimi Syahidah Zulkipli, Normastura Abd Rahman, Munirah Mohd Adnan, Jamilah Shaari, Sharon Smart (2026). The Perception, Behaviour, and Preferred Features of Mobile Applications Screening Tools for Pediatric Feeding Disorders Among Caregivers and Speech Therapists. Journal of Health Science and Medical Research, 44(4): e20251296.

--Yusuf Wada, Hafeez A. Afolabi, Ahmad Adebayo Irekeola, Kizito Eneye Bello, Chan Yean Yean & Zaidah Abdul Rahman (--). Prevalence of latent tuberculosis infection in Malaysia: the first systematic review and metaanalysis. BMC Infectious Diseases (In Press).

-- Hanim Afzan Ibrahim, Wan Majdiah Wan Mohamad, Noraini Mohamad, Nur Karyatee Kassim, Tuan Nadrah Naim Tuan Ismail, Wan Suriana Wan Ab Rahman, Zainab Mat Yudin, Srijit Das, Siti Rosmani Md Zin (--). Insight into Molecular Mechanisms and Pathways Related to the Association of Periodontal Disease and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Endocrine, Metabolic & Immune Disorders - Drug Targets (Ahead of Print).

-- Nurulasmak Mohamed, Norkhafizah Saddki*, Azizah Yusoff, Nurhayu Ab Rahman, Hasnah Hashim, Anilawati Mat Jelani (--). Reluctance of people living with HIV in Malaysia to disclose status in dental settings: a cross-sectional study. Journal of HIV/AIDS & Social Services (Ahead of Print).

-- Neeraj Kumar Fuloria · Shivkanya Fuloria · Mahendran Sekar · Omji Porwal · Mohammed Tahir Ansari · Anupam Biswas · Kamal Narain · Sangita Biswas · Sumita Bhatia · Mogana Das Murtey (--). Regenerative Engineering of Fibrotic Diseases: Mechanistic and Clinical Advances with Bone Marrow Mesenchymal Stem Cells. Regenerative Engineering and Translational Medicine (Ahead of Print).

-- Teck Cheng Yap, Ramani Thiagarajah, Johari Yap Abdullah, Mohd Sofan Zenian, Song Yee Ang, Ab Rahman Izaini Ghani, Zamzuri Idris, Jafri Malin Abdullah (--). Preoperative ipsilateral thalamic volume reduction as a prognostic marker in malignant middle cerebral artery infarction undergoing decompressive craniectomy. Journal of Cerebrovascular and Endovascular Neurosurgery (article in press).

-- Marini Ramli, Zefarina Zulkafli, Adibah Daud, Mohd Muhaimin Kambali, Azly Sumanty Ab Ghani, Wan Suriana Wan Ab Rahman, Mohd Nazri Hassan, Noor Haslina Mohd Noor, Shafini Mohamed Yusoff, Salfarina Iberahim, Rosnah Bahar (--). The Prevalence of Transfusion-Transmitted Infections among Blood Donors at Kuala Terengganu and Its Associated Factors. Journal of Health Science and Medical Research (In Press).

-- Al Kaabi AFJ, Abdullah JY, Johari Y, Abdullah AM, Yhaya MF, Hasbullah N (--). Enhancing surface properties of FFF 3D printed nylon reinforced with kenaf fibres for dental prosthesis construction: An ANOVA-based analysis. Plastics, Rubber and Composites: Macromolecular Engineering (In Press).

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