Dr Haidar Hassan, DDS, MFDS RCPS(Glasg), FFGDP(UK), Dip ImpDent RCS(Eng), MSc Oral Imp, MSc Aesth Med, PhD, FDSRCS(Eng)

Profile

Dr Hassan graduated from the University of Gothenburg (Sweden) and has subsequently completed two Master’s degrees: one in Oral Implantology (distinction) and another in Aesthetic Medicine (distinction). In 2018, he completed his PhD at the University of Gothenburg. Dr Hassan is a Clinical Senior Lecturer and Module Lead in Aesthetic Medicine at the Blizard Institute (Queen Mary University of London) and a Senior Lecturer/Examiner/PhD supervisor at King Juan Carlos University (Madrid, Spain).

He is also a visiting clinical researcher at the Department of Natural Sciences (Middlesex University of London). He has received a Diploma in Oral Implantology and a Fellowship from the Royal College of Surgeons (England).

In 2019, Dr Hassan was awarded the British Council of Aesthetic Medicine Quality Research Award for his clinical paper on “Injectable platelet rich fibrin (i-PRF) in Aesthetic Medicine”. His research interests include regenerative treatments/materials, platelet-rich derivates (PRF/allogenic growth factors), and oral implants.

Teaching

Dr Hassan is a substantive clinical senior lecturer/module lead in aesthetic medicine, Centre for Cell Biology and Cutaneous Research, Blizard Institute, Queen Mary University of London and a clinical senior lecturer/examiner/PhD supervisor at the European Oral Implantology MSc Program at University King Juan Carlos (Madrid, Spain). He is a visiting clinical researcher at the Department of Natural Sciences, Faculty of Science and Technology, Middlesex University (London).

Research

Publications

• “Botulinum Toxin A in Dentistry and Orofacial Surgery - An evidence-based review: Part-I. Therapeutic applications and adjunctive treatment”, Academic Plastic Surgery, Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Queen Mary      University, Centre for Cutaneous Research, Blizard Institute of Cell and Molecular Science, London, United Kingdom, EBD, MSS-2021-021

• “Botulinum Toxin A in Dentistry and Orofacial Surgery - An evidence-based review: Part-II.  Cosmetic applications”, Academic Plastic Surgery, Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Queen Mary University, Centre for Cutaneous Research, Blizard Institute of Cell and Molecular Science, London, United Kingdom, EBD, MSS-2021-022 

• “Injectable platelet-rich fibrin for perioral rejuvenation as assessed by 3D lip volume imaging”. Academic Plastic Surgery, Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Queen Mary University, Centre for Cutaneous Research, Blizard Institute of Cell and Molecular Science, London, United Kingdom, Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, JOCD 14394.

• “Injectable Platelet-Rich Fibrin For Facial Rejuvenation: A Prospective, Single-Center Study”, Academic Plastic Surgery, Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Queen Mary University, Centre for Cutaneous Research, Blizard Institute of Cell and Molecular Science, London, United Kingdom, Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, JOCD 13692. 

• “Interproximal in situ plaque pH in relation to caries before and after short-term use of 1.5% arginine toothpaste”, Department of Oral Microbiology and Immunology and Department of Cariology, Sahlgrenska Academy, Gothenburg University, Sweden, Department of Natural Science, School of Science and Technology, Middlesex University, London, United Kingdom, IJDOH, ISSN 2378-7090, 2020.

• “Effect on final pH from sugar fermentation by plaque bacteria isolated from caries-free and caries-active individuals after frequent sugar and alkali rinses”, Department of Oral Microbiology and Immunology, Sahlgrenska Academy, Gothenburg University, Sweden, IJDOH-20-447, 2020.

• “Effect of acid and alkali formation on pH in the dental biofilm with reference to caries”, Department of Oral Microbiology and Immunology, Sahlgrenska Academy, Gothenburg University, Sweden, ISBN: 978-91-629-0512-5.

• “Rapid urease test (RUT) for evaluation of urease activity in oral bacteria in vitro and in supragingival dental plaque ex vivo”, Department of Oral Microbiology and Immunology, Sahlgrenska Academy, Gothenburg University, Sweden, BMC Oral Health. 2018;18:89-95.

•  “Site-specific dental plaque pH in 13 years old Thai school children”, Department of Oral Microbiology and Immunology, Sahlgrenska Academy, Gothenburg University, Sweden, Clin Oral Investig. 2015 Dec; 19(9): 2179-2186.

• “Plaque pH in caries free and caries active individuals before and after one-week daily rinses with sugar and urea solution”, Department of Oral Microbiology and Immunology and Department of Cariology, Sahlgrenska Academy, Gothenburg University, Sweden, Caries Res. 2015;49(1):18-22.

• “pH and bacterial profile of dental plaque in children and adults of a low caries population”, Department of Oral Microbiology and Immunology, Sahlgrenska Academy, Gothenburg University, Sweden, Anaerobe. 2014;27:64-70.

• “The anti-caries effect of a food extract (Shiitake) in a short-term clinical study”, Multicentre European project, Journal of Biomedicine and Biotechnology, 2012:217164.

• “The strip method: a simple chair- side method for Plaque pH assessment”, Department of Oral Microbiology and Immunology and Department of Cariology, Sahlgrenska Academy, Gothenburg University, Sweden, Caries Res 2010;44:341–344.
  
• "Topical growth factors and home-based microneedling for facial skin rejuvenation". J Cosmet Dermatol. 2022 Aug;21(8):3469-3478.
• "Impact of botulinum toxin for facial aesthetics on psychological well-being and quality of life: Evidence-based review". J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg. 2022 Dec;75(12):4450-4463
• "Is More Better? Benefits of Hyaluronic Acid Soft Tissue Filler on the Psychological and Social Related Quality of Life Dimensions", Aesthetic Surgery Journal, 2022, https://doi.org/10.1093/asjof/ojac086