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Maha Fouad

Maha Fouad

Assistant Professor – Program Director, Technology of Prosthetic Dentistry, Field of Applied Health Science

Biography

Dr. Maha Fouad is a distinguished dental professional specializing in fixed prosthodontics, with a remarkable academic and clinical journey demonstrating a strong commitment to restorative dentistry specialization and advanced prosthodontic techniques research.

With a passion for both teaching and research, Dr. Maha has made continuous contributions to the dental academic community across various universities. Her leadership roles have been pivotal in shaping the academic landscape of dental education.

From 2020 to 2022, Dr. Maha served as the Director of the Continuous Education Center at the Faculty of Dentistry, Ahram Canadian University, where she played a crucial role in enhancing professional development opportunities for dental professionals. Prior to this, she held the position of Head of the Fixed Prosthodontics Department at Ahram Canadian University from 2015 to 2020, where she led initiatives aimed at advancing the field of prosthodontics and fostering excellence in clinical practice.

In addition to her administrative roles, Dr. Maha has been actively involved in student development, serving as the Supervisor of the Scientific Association of Dental Students at Ahram Canadian University. Her dedication to mentorship and education has positively impacted the next generation of dental professionals.

With over 20 years of teaching experience, Dr. Maha continues to play a significant role in shaping the future of dentistry. Currently, she holds the esteemed position of Program Director of Technology of Prosthetic Dentistry/Field of Applied Health Sciences at Galala University, where she leads initiatives to integrate cutting-edge technologies and advancements in prosthetic dentistry into the academic curriculum.

Dr. Maha’s unwavering commitment to excellence in education, research, and clinical practice underscores her status as a respected leader in the field of fixed prosthodontics. Her dedication to advancing the field and nurturing the next generation of dental professionals is truly commendable.

Qualifications

  • PhD – Crown and Bridge Prosthodontics, Ain-Shams University 2012
  • MSc – Fixed Prosthodontics, Cairo University 2002
  • BDS – Oral and Dental Medicine, Cairo University 1994
  • Program Director – Technology of Prosthetic Dentistry, Field of Applied Health Sciences, Galala University, September 2023 – present.
  • Associate Professor of Fixed prosthodontics – Faculty of Dentistry, Galala University, June 2023 – present.
  • Lecturer of Fixed prosthodontics – Faculty of Dentistry, Galala University, January 2023 – June 2023.
  • Lecturer of Fixed prosthodontics – Modern University for Technology and Information, February 2022 – December 2022.
  • Director of the Continuous Education Center – Faculty of Dentistry, Ahram Canadian University, November 2020 – February 2022.
  • Supervisor of Scientific Association of Dental Students – Faculty of Dentistry, Ahram Canadian University January 2016 – February 2022.
  • Head of Fixed Prosthodontics Department – Ahram Canadian University, March 2015 – November 2020.
  • Lecturer of Fixed Prosthodontics – Ahram Canadian University, February 2015 – February 2022.

Publications

Effect of surface treatment and length of glass fiber post on the fracture resistance of endodontically treated teeth. Egyptian Dental Journal, 2015; 61(3): 3467:3475.

Effect of surface finishing protocols on color and translucency of zirconia lithium silicate glass ceramic after thermomechanical aging and different staining solutions. Egyptian Dental Journal, 2020; 66(4): 2491-2502.

Wear resistance and surface roughness of two types of monolithic glass-ceramics: An in vitro study. Egyptian Dental Journal, 2021; 67(2): 1537-1547.

Marginal adaptation related to margin design of CAD/CAM ceramic crowns. Egyptian Dental Journal, 2023; 69: 447-455.

Clinical and radiographic evaluation of crown margin shifting concept. A new technique for re-establishing the biological width. Egyptian Dental Journal, 2023; 69: 697-704.

Shear bond strength of different zirconia generations bonded with self-adhesive resin containing MDP. Ain Shams Dental Journal, 2022; 28: 1-9.

Cyclic loading of veneer-supported fixed dental prosthesis versus conventional resin bonded prosthesis for restoring missing central incisor: An in-vitro study. Ain Shams Dental Journal, 2022; 29:22.

Toward More Sustainable Dental Practice. International Journal of Oral Health (IJOH), 2023;3(3): ISSN: 2770-0631.

Failures in Fixed Dental Prostheses: A Clinical Survey on Causes and Longevity. Journal of Dental Science Research Reviews & Reports (J Dental Sci Res Rep), 2024;6(1): ISSN: 2754-4893: 1:4.

Assessing the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the quality of evidence reported in the leading orthodontic journals. APOS Trends Orthod., 2024; DOI 10.25259/APOS_43_2024.

Area Of Research

  • Dental materials, Ceramic restorations fracture strength, Wear and marginal adaptation of fixed restoration, Color variations of restorative materials, Occlusal veneers bonding ability.
  • Fixed Prosthodontics Materials, All ceramic restorations, Fracture strength of ceramic materials, Wear, Marginal adaptation, color variation, Occlusal veneers bonding ability.

Projects

  • Supervised more than 20 graduation projects (research studies) For the 5th year students Faculty of Dentistry ACU.
  • Galala Coordinator of Youth for Development Initiatives, Organized by Ministry of Planning and Economic Development.

Awards/Honorable Mentions

Speaker and organizer of number of scientific days, conferences, and research events nationally and internationally.

Academic Positions

  • Program Director – Technology of Prosthetic Dentistry, Field of Applied Health Sciences, Galala University, September 2023 – present.
  • Associate Professor of Fixed prosthodontics – Faculty of Dentistry, Galala University, June 2023 – present.
  • Lecturer of Fixed prosthodontics – Faculty of Dentistry, Galala University, January 2023 – June 2023.
  • Lecturer of Fixed prosthodontics – Modern University for Technology and Information, February 2022 – December 2022.
  • Director of the Continuous Education Center – Faculty of Dentistry, Ahram Canadian University, November 2020 – February 2022.
  • Supervisor of Scientific Association of Dental Students – Faculty of Dentistry, Ahram Canadian University January 2016 – February 2022.
  • Head of Fixed Prosthodontics Department – Ahram Canadian University, March 2015 – November 2020.
  • Lecturer of Fixed Prosthodontics – Ahram Canadian University, February 2015 – February 2022.

Non-academic Jobs

  • Quality assurance Co-director, Faculty of Dentistry, Ahram Canadian University.
  • CAD-CAM Director, Faculty of Dentistry, Ahram Canadian University.
  • Manager and operator of Unique Beauty Clinic.

Activities

  • The 1st International Dental Congress of Arab Dental Federation”. 12-14/12/2018.
  • “The Annual Conference Of the 4th Egyptian Dental Day” Kasr Al-Ainy Conference Center – Cairo University. 1/3/2019.
  • “The 3rd Egyptian Fixed Prosthodontic Conference” Faculty of Dentistry – Cairo University. 17-18/10/2019.
  • “The Egyptian Dental Day” (EDD20) in National Training Institute. 6/11/2020.
  • El-Monira Hospital. 24/11/2020.
  • The Egy. Health Exhibition and Conference Al-Manarah Convention center 9/9/2021
  • The Egyptian Dental Day (EADS) Friday 25/3/2022 Princess Fatma Convention center.
  • ADC22 Arab Dental Congress Al-Kasr Al Ainy- Cairo University- Egypt 7/11/2022.
  • EDD 2023.17/3/2023 Princess Fatma Convention center.
  • Galala International Dental Congress, 27-29/ September/2023.
  • “Discover Implantology through failure and success” BIOTEC 1st seminar in the Middle East in cooperation with BIOTEC International France. 9/6/2006
  • “Contemporary Fixed Prosthodontics Course”, Presented by Prof. Dr. Rosenstiel. 15th Alexandria International Dental Congress 18/11/2006.
  •  “Basic Course Hands-on (Oral tronics)”. ESSDI (Egyptian Scientific Society for Dental Implantologists). 7Th International Implantology Conference 10-12/April/2007.
  • “All About CAD/CAM in One Day”. Scientific Program of Fixed Prosthodontics Department, Faculty of Oral and Dental Medicine, Cairo University. 18/June/2012.
  • The Advances in CAD/CAM Technology, Future University. 19/12/2012.
  • The “Greater New York Dental Meeting” New York – USA. 24-26/12/2014.
  • The “Facial Rejuvenation” 1st International Conference Nahda University – Egypt & Glasgow University – UK. 30/10-2/11/2015.
  • The “Managing Institution Change” The American University in Cairo. 22/12/2015. and Supervising the Scientific Day (Dreams Come True) On 5th of May 2016 Project Title (Smoking Cessation).
  • The First Egyptian Dental EDD Conference 25/3/2016.
  • The Endodontic Rotary Workshop “3rd Giza Dental Symposium”. 1/4/2016.
  • “International Dental Show” Cologne – Germany. 21-25/3/2017.
  • Organizing and Supervising the scientific event, The Debate, Ahram Canadian University. 3/5/2017.
  • The 5th International Dental Congress “Faculty of Dentistry – Cairo University”. 4-7/4/2017.
  • The 18th International Dental Congress “Egyptian Dental Association”. 22-24/11/2017.
  • The training course CAD/CAM in Bensheim Germany “Meditech Dentsply Sirona”. 8-16/3/2018.
  • “Basic Digital Dental Photography Workshop” Ahram Canadian University. 25-27/6/2018.
  • The Education Programs and Courses Specifications and Evaluations of Learning outcomes for H.E. Institutes. 17-19/9/2018.
  • “The MENA Summit” CAD/CAM “Dentsply Sirona”. 27-29/9/2018.
  • The “International Dental Show” Cologne – Germany. 12-16/3/2019.
  • The “4th International Giza Dental Symposium”. 17-19/4/2019.
  • The BOTOX, FILLERS, PRP & MESOTHERAPY COURSE “Dental Educational Society”. 2019.
  • The “29th International Annual Conference of the Egyptian Women’s Dermatologic Society” (EWDS 2020) 16-17/12/2020.
  • Diploma in Cosmetology from Federation of Arabic Teachers (The Arabic Institute of studies) & American University for Continuing Learning. 25/7/2020 till 10/10/2020. Grade: Excellent
  • The Scientific Meeting Organized by Macro Pharmaceutical 15/12/2020.
  • Judge in the Practical Competition and Poster Competition at The Egyptian Dental Day (EADS) Friday 25/3/2022 Princess Fatma Convention center.
  • The Research Connect Online Workshop (British Council) 5-15/12/2022.
  • FLDC Critical Thinking Online Workshop 30-31/1/2023.
  • FLDC International Publications Online Workshop 1-2/2/2023. 10 am-1 pm.
  • FLDC Blended Leaning Online Workshop 1-2/2/2023. 7-10pm.
  • Co-Ordinator’s of Youth for Development initiative Organized by Ministry of Planning and Economic Development and the Ministry of Higher Education (Galala University).
  • Organizing Galala International Dental Congress, 27-29/ September/2023.
  • The AI Foundations: Prompt Engineering course. ASU Career Catalyst. Arizona State University 13/November/2023.
  • The AI Foundations: Scripting Chat GPT with Python Course ASU Career Catalyst.  Arizona State University. 15/November/2023.