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AMH Directions

Our friendly and efficient staff will at once put you at ease and you will soon forget any anxiety you may have when you come to the dentist! We provide quality dental treatment at affordable prices. We also help the needy by doing charity dental work.

The services we provide our Dentists include specialties such as: Cosmetic, Endodontic (root canals), Orthodontic and Pediatric Dentistry are the leading specialists in their respective fields around the Island.

We have three general dental practitioners and one dental hygienist in the Manama dental center. With 5 part time dentists. We also have 4 general practitioners in the Saar Dental Center headed by Dr. Jeff Smith.

The Dental staff are very committed to community dental health care, and which is visit schools, institutes and companies to offer free health care lectures and promote dental hygiene. This has been especially promoted by our Practice Administrator and hygienist Sawsan Al Thaqafi.

Our young staff continually like to keep updated on the latest techniques and technology. We hold bimonthly Continuing Dental Education lectures for the staff and encourage our assistants and receptionists to take part in presentations.

We have made it easier for you to make appointments if you happen to be in the Manama hospital by providing hotlines in different departments which connect you to us directly. All you have to do is pick up any hotline in the waiting areas and you can make an appointment with any of our receptionists: Hanan, Yolanda and Mohammed. The dental clinic is located in the 2000 Building, across the pedestrian walkway on the second floor.

DR. ZAHRA MAJEED

Title:

Chief of Dental Services

Specialty:

General Dental Practitioner

Training /Schooling:
Dentistry at Bristol University (Dental School) 1998
College of Dental surgery, Manipal India 1988-1992

Certificates / qualifications:

Bachelor of Dental surgery

Dr. Zahra recently promoted to Chief of Dental Services. She has been working at AMH for the past 7 years.

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Dr. Sarita Zita D'Souza

Specialty:

Prosthodontics: Crown & Bridge, Removable,  complete and partial dentures, cosmetic dentistry

Training / Schooling:

Government Dental College & Hospital, Bombay, India

A. B. Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences, Mangalore, India

Certificates /Qualifications:

B.D.S Bachelor of Dental Surgery

M.D.S Prosthodontics

Personal Introduction:

Dr. Sarita joined the dental department at AMH in May of 2006.  She is a prosthodontist which means a dentist who specializes in replacing missing teeth.  This includes crown and bridge: complete and removable partial dentures.

Prior to joining AMH, Dr. Sarita worked in India as well as a dental hospital here in Bahrain.  Besides Prosthodonics, she enjoys practicing general and cosmetic dentistry

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DR. SHAHLA ABDULBARI ABDULGHAFFAR

Specialty:

Dentistry

Training / Schooling:

Manipal academy for higher education

Certificates /Qualifications:

Bachelor of Dental Surgery

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 Dr. Sajni Vaidya

Specialty:

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Personal Introduction:

Dr. Sajni Vaidya recently joined AMH as a Cosmetic and Pediatric Dentist.
She graduated from Govt. Dental College and Hospital, Mumbai University, in
 1977 and practiced there for 12 years in her private dental practice,
before coming to Bahrain in 1989.
She did her Post-graduation in Cosmetic and Pediatric Dentistry from David B. Kriser  College Of Dentistry, New York University, U.S.A. in 2000.
In Bahrain, she has worked in  the Ministry Of Health primary health care centers, SMC; and the BDF Hospital, before joining the International Hospital Of Bahrain, where she worked for 10 years as a Senior Specialist Dentist.
At AMH, although she caters to the general Dental needs of her patients, her main interest lies in Improving smiles and thereby adding to the confidence of her patients. She is also very interested in promoting Preventive Dentistry in children

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Dr. Husain Al Wejdani

Specialty:

Training/ Schooling:

Manipal Academy of higher education, Manipal, India

Certificates and Qualifications:

Personal Introduction:

Dr. Husain joined AMH in 2005.  He completed his BDS from Manipal Academy of Higher Education.  Before joining AMH he worked with the Ministry of Health for 7 years.  He practices general dentistry but especially enjoys oral/surgical procedures.  Dr. Husain is currently in the process of certifying himself as an implantologist and is studying through New York University.

Dr. Nosheen Hussain

Specialty:

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Personal Introduction:

Dr. Andlib Tarique

Specialty:

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Personal Introduction:

Your guide to BRUSHING

Brushing method

Point the brush toward the gum at an angle of (45 degrees), rotate the brush bristles at the edge of the gum and roll it downwards for upper teeth and the opposite for lower teeth.

Use the same angulation with
the brush for the areas toward the tongue.

Use the brush in a vertical position for the inside surfaces of front teeth. In this way, the brush comes into contact with the edge of the gum perfectly.

The biting surfaces can be brushed in any horizontal direction to help reach the deep fissures and grooves.

Remember to:

• Use a soft or medium brush
• Brush 2 - 3 times daily
• Brush your tongue.
• Use a fluoride tooth- paste.
• Spend at least 2 minutes for brushing your teeth.
• Change your brush when you feel the bristles start to fray.

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Your Guide to Flossing

Why do you need to floss?

Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss in adults. It is mainly caused by plaque (bacteria) that accumulates on tooth surfaces, at the gum line and in between teeth.

The toothbrush helps clean the areas toward the gum line and biting surfaces, but the area between teeth is more difficult to clean because the brush does not reach this area. The earliest stage of gum disease is often characterized by bleeding, tenderness, swelling and redness of the gums. These symptoms will progress to advanced stages of disease unless the amount of accumulated bacteria is controlled by oral hygiene aids.

Flossing is one of these aids to help prevent gum disease and cavities between teeth. It is advised to use it once a day before brushing.

The Flossing method is demonstrated in the following pictures:

1- Wrap the floss around the middle fingers and use the thumb and index fingers to control it to reach upper or lower teeth.

2- Slide the floss between teeth in a horizontal motion (back and forth) until the floss is free to move.

2- Then hold it to one side in a C shape and rub the tooth in an upward movement. Do the same thing to the other adjacent tooth while you still have the floss there. There is a 1-3 mm space between the gum and the tooth that you can clean.

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What is a mouth protector?

A mouth protector is a plastic removable appliance adapted to fit comfortably to the shape of the upper teeth. An athlete should wear a mouth protector to prevent injuries to the mouth and surrounding structures during sporting activities.

Why do I need to use a mouth protector?

It is very important to use a mouth protector to:
1. Protect the teeth from any fractures.

2. Cushion the jaw and keep teeth separated to avoid any injuries to the tongue and cheeks.

3. Help to prevent and reduce the rate of concussion by absorbing the shock from a blow to the face.

When should my child wear a mouth protector?

Most contact sports require a mouth protector. Whenever a child is involved in a contact sport activity, it is advisable to use a mouth protector.

*Different kinds of mouth protectors.
Mouth protectors may be available in sports stores. The most protective and protective mouth protectors are those custom made in a dental center.

For more information please contact the Department of Dental Services, The American Mission Hospital.

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AMH Dental Hygiene Service:

The Dental Services at American Mission Hospital provide a preventive dental program to the Bahraini community. This program includes educational lectures and presentations addressed to a variety of groups and associations. Also, clinical preventive services are provided to school children to protect their teeth from cavities.

These services include:
fissure sealant program(photo), Fluoride treatments,
dental prophylaxis, oral hygiene instructions and school programs(photo).

Also, The dental hygienist participates in a variety of activities and health events. Companies and societies in Bahrain benefit from the educational program that is offered by AMH, Educating staff in Bahraini companies about their dental health is an important aspect in the dental hygiene program.

Different offers are made to special groups according to the needs of the group; Whether it is a school, summer camp, exhibition audience or people with special needs.

Pregnant mothers are another group that participate in the dental hygiene free examination program.
The American Mission Hospital (Dental services) believes that approaching community members in different fields to educate them and provide preventive services is the best way to prevent dental diseases.

This role is applied by the dental hygiene service at AMH

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