Dr. Afaf Zia, Aligarh Muslim University, India
Dr. Afaf Zia, BDS, MDS, is an accomplished dental professional based in Aligarh, India. With over 8 years of experience as an Assistant Professor at Dr. Z.A Dental College, AMU, she specializes in Periodontics and Community Dentistry. Dr. Zia’s expertise extends to research, with ongoing projects focusing on bone health in PCOS and Periodontitis. She has published extensively in international and national journals, presented at prestigious conferences worldwide, and actively contributes to academia as an editor and reviewer. Dr. Zia is dedicated to dental education, research, and community service, exemplifying excellence in dentistry. š¦·āØ
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Education and QualificationĀ
Beginning her academic voyage with the All India Secondary School Examination (AISSE) in March 1999, Dr. Afaf Zia excelled at the International Indian School, Jeddah (IISJ), KSA, securing an impressive 84.4%.Continuing her pursuit of knowledge, she completed her Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSSC) in June 2001 from Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), India, with distinction, attaining 81.5%Determined to specialize in dentistry, Dr. Zia enrolled at AMU, where she earned her Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) degree in March 2007, achieving commendable academic success with 67.3%.Undeterred by challenges, she pursued higher education, obtaining a Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) degree from AMU in June 2012, showcasing her dedication and commitment with a respectable 66%.š Dr. Afaf Zia’s educational journey reflects her steadfast pursuit of excellence, marked by consistent achievements and a passion for learning. š
Work Experience
Dr. Afaf Zia has been a dedicated Assistant Professor in the Department of Periodontics & Community Dentistry at Dr. Z.A Dental College, AMU, Aligarh. With unwavering commitment and expertise, she has contributed significantly to the academic and clinical spheres of dentistry for over 8 years and 6 months.š„ Dr. Zia’s tenure as an Assistant Professor reflects her passion for nurturing the next generation of dental professionals while making impactful contributions to periodontics and community dentistry. Her steadfast dedication and leadership have enriched the academic environment, fostering excellence in dental education and research. š¦·
Research Focus
- Oral biomarkers in the diagnosis and progression of periodontal diseases š¦·āØ
- Effect of passive ultrasonic irrigation and manual dynamic irrigation on smear layer removal from root canals in a closed apexĀ in vitroĀ model šš±
- Mental nerve paresthesia secondary to initiation of endodontic therapy: a case reportš”š
- Tissue engineering-the promise of regenerative dentistryš§¬š¦·
- Necrotizing periodontitis in a heavy smoker and tobacco chewerāA case report š¬š¦·
- Endodontic irrigant as a root conditioning agent: An in vitro scanning electron microscopic study evaluating the ability of MTAD to remove smear layer from periodontallyĀ ā¦ā¦ š§«š¬
- Effect of inflammation on bones in diabetic patients with periodontitis via RANKL/OPG system-A review š©ŗš¦“
- Case Report Management of Gingival Recession using Coronally Advanced Flap combined with Bracket Application: A Case Report šš©āāļø
- Acute gingival bleeding as a complication of falciparum malaria: A case reportš©øš¦·
- Bone markers and bone mineral density associates with periodontitis in females with poly-cystic ovarian syndrome šš¦“