Assoc.Prof. Rania Salama

Dr. Rania Salama is an Associate Professor, Biomaterials Department, Faculty of Dentistry, Cairo

University, Egypt. She graduated from the Faculty of Dentistry, Cairo University. She pursued her

postgraduate studies: M.Sc. and PhD Degrees, in Dental Materials Science from the same faculty. She also

spent a year as an intern at Plasma Chemistry Lab, Department of Chemistry, University of Bari, Italy as

part of the d’Agostino plasma group where she conducted her PhD research under the supervision of

Professor Pietro Favia. She was awarded the best PhD thesis in the Faculty of Dentistry for the year 2012.

She has several international publications in the field of plasma technology as well as dental biomaterials.

Her research interest focuses on tissue engineering and the development of new biocompatible biomaterials

for use in the dental and maxillofacial region.

Title

Plasma Technology: The Next Frontier in Dentistry

Abstract

Plasma technology has emerged as a groundbreaking innovation with immense potential for

transforming dental practice. Its antimicrobial properties, tissue regeneration capabilities,

enhanced wettability qualities and sterilization effectiveness make it a valuable tool that has been

widely investigated for years in the laboratory. With the development of chairside atmospheric

pressure plasma devices, transitioning from the laboratory to clinical practice has become possible

providing innovative solutions to common challenges in the daily dental practice. This presentation

will provide a comprehensive overview on the diverse range of applications of plasma in almost

all fields of dentistry. Plasma technology may offer solutions to challenges such as the difficulty

of bonding to zirconia, poor wettability of dental implants, delayed wound healing, compromised

outcome in tissue engineering, alongside other challenges in the field of restorative dentistry. Case

studies reporting the adjunct effect of plasma during treatment of common oral diseases such as

periodontitis and candidiasis will be showcased. Light will be shed on the potential future

perspectives of plasma technology in dentistry. Furthermore, safety and usage guidelines together

with potential risks and mitigation strategies will be discussed, ensuring that dental professionals

can confidently integrate plasma technology into their daily dental practice. By harnessing the

power of plasma, dental professionals can provide more efficient, patient-friendly, and successful

treatments, ultimately improving oral health outcomes.