Abdul Rahman M. Saleh
  • Abdul Rahman M. Saleh

  • Associate Professor
  • Ext: 6348

I received my DDS, MSc and PhD from the University of Baghdad, Iraq. I have more than twenty years in Academic Teaching as well as Clinical Experience. Currently, I am Associate Professor in Restorative Dentistry Department, Ajman University. I have been privileged to work in both the preclinical and clinical Restorative dentistry courses of both undergraduate and MSc Program. I have involved in preparing and revising many courses in both DDS and Master Program in Restorative Dentistry. I have authored a number of scientific abstracts and articles in the area of interest.

Education
  • PhD - (Doctor of Philosophy in Conservative Dentistry). Baghdad University, Iraq, 2006.
  • MSc – (Master of Science in Conservative Dentistry). Baghdad University, Iraq, 1999.
  • BDS - (Bachelor of Dental Surgery). Baghdad University, Iraq, 1992.
Experience
  • Program Coordinator of Master of Science in Endodontics 2019-Present College of Dentistry, Ajman University, UAE
  • Associate Professor 2014 – Present College of Dentistry, Ajman University , UAE.
  • Assistant Professor 2007 - 2013 College of Dentistry, Ajman University , UAE.
  • Assistant Professor 2006- 2007 College of Dentistry, University of Science and Technology, Sanaa, Yemen.
  • Lecturer 2000-2002 College of Dentistry, Baghdad University, Baghdad, Iraq.
  • 2016- Examiner for MFD examination of the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland.
Teaching Area
  • Seminar in Operative Dentistry, MSc in Restorative Dentistry
  • Clinical Practice, MSc in Restorative Dentistry
  • Research Thesis, MSc in Restorative Dentistry
  • Esthetic Dentistry MSc in Restorative Dentistry
  • New trends, MSc in Restorative Dentistry
  • Biomaterial, MSc in Restorative Dentistry
  • Clinical Operative Dentistry, DDS
  • Preclinical Endodontic , DDS
  • Preclinical Operative , DDS
  • Clinical Practice, DDS
Research
  • Main research interests are nickel-titanium instrument shaping ability, nickel-titanium instrument fracture mechanics and endodontic disinfection.
  • Modern Endodontic Materials with an emphasis on new endodontic medicaments and sealers and their use in clinical practice.
  • Research interests are in endodontic instrumentation and obturation as well as restoration of endodontically treated teeth.
Publications
Conference Presentation
  • Alkhatri R, Saleh A, Kheder W, El-Mowafy O, Fracture resistance of root filled teeth restored with different post and core materials using CAD/CAM technology, Original Scientific Research Poster presentation R078, 19th Biennial ESE Congress - Vienna, Austria, 11–14 September 2019.
  • Saleh, AR. Repair versus Replacement of Restorations – Criteria for Decision Making and Clinical Tips: Presented at the Evidence Based Dentistry & Changing Managements at Ibin Sina Dental CME Continuing Medical Education Programme of Ajman Specialty General Hospital , Ajman, UAE, 5-6th October 2017.
  • Biennial Congress of Endodontic held by European Society of Endodontology, 14-16 September 2017, Brussels, Belgium.
  • Training Course on “ Clinical experience with the axiom system, how to work easily with conical connections”, Dubai, UAE, 29th April 2017.
  • 8TH Dental Facial Cosmetic International Conference, Dubai, UAE, November 2016.
  • Saleh, AR. Evidence Based and Clinical Cosmetic Dentistry. Presented at Professional diploma course in Cosmetic Dentistry, Erbil, Iraq, 2013.
  • UAE International Dental Conference and Arab Dental Exhibition (AEEDC) Dubai, UAE, 2016.
  • Saleh, AR. Keys For Predictable Root Canal Therapy Presented at the Evidence Based Dentistry& Changing Managements at Ibin Sina Dental CME Continuing Medical Education Programme of Ajman Specialty General Hospital , Ajman, UAE, 2015.
  • Train The Trainer course, Dentsply Maillefer Certified Trainer, Switzerland, 2015.
  • Facial Pain, Dubai Educational Seminar, Neuro Spinal Hospital, Dubai, May, 2015.
  • 4th UAQ Dental Day, Umm Al Quwain- Cultural Center, October 2015.
Memberships, Awards and Honors
  • Professional Diploma in Implant Dentistry, American Academy of Implant Dentistry, 2019
  • • Member of BAIRD ( British Academy of Implant and Restorative Dentistry) (from 2013- till now).
  • • Member of ESOCD (European Society of Cosmetic Dentistry) (from 2013- till now
  • • UAE Ministry of Health (MOH) - Specialist Practice License (from 2011- till now).
  • • Member of Iraqi Dental Association (from 1992- till now).
  • • Appreciation for participation as examiner in the Part II MFDS exam, held at AUST, Ajman, UAE, 2016.
  • • Certificate of Appreciation as Poster Judge UAE International Dental Conference and Arab Dental Exhibition (AEEDC) Dubai, UAE, 2015.
  • • Certificate of Appreciation as Judge 2nd International Students Dental Conference, Sharjah, UAE, 2014.
  • • Certificate of Appreciation for supervising the Best Scientific Paper Titled Flowvib…New Innovative Irrigation Device in Endodontic by AUST, Ajman, UAE, 2013.
  • • Certificate of Appreciation for external Examiner in Clinical Endodontic by AUST, Fujairah, UAE, 2013.
  • • Appreciation for participation in the open discussion form “Zirconia-The Truth” Panel Member. 4th CAD/CAM & Computerized Dentistry International Conference, Dubai, UAE, 2010.
  • • Awarded and acknowledgement as the best PhD staff member chosen by the university evaluation system at Medical Science College, UST, Yemen. 2006-2007.