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A dedicated research team, including Prof. Ibrahim bin Sulaiman Al-Shahrani and Dr. Ali bin Hassan Al-Haizai, Orthodontist and Maxillofacial Consultant at King Faisal Medical City in Abha, has secured their second patent from the Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property. This breakthrough involves an adjustable orthodontic bracket that enhances treatment precision, reduces material waste, and preserves tooth root integrity—modernizing a technique that remained unchanged for 50 years. This achievement marks another milestone in their ongoing efforts since 2019, following their first patent in 2020 for a height-adjustable orthodontic tool. Their innovations aim to refine orthodontic technologies, making treatments more efficient and patient-friendly.

Dr. Nasser AlQahtani graduated with a BDS from KKUCOD (2009) and an MDS from Indiana University (2015). He is a distinguished Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists in Canada in Prosthodontics (2015) and has earned multiple prestigious fellowships: Associate Fellow of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (2018) Fellowship in Maxillofacial Prosthesis, Indiana University (2016) Fellowship in Implant Dentistry, Loma Linda University (2017) Awards & Recognitions 2013 – The Lester Furnas Graduate Prosthodontics Award for Academic Excellence, JFJ Society, Chicago, USA. 2015 – The JFJ Scholarship Award for Academic Achievement, Technical, and Clinical Performance, JFJ Society, Chicago, USA. 2015 – The Carl J. & Ida J. Andres Scholarship Award for Outstanding Resident, JFJ Society, Chicago, USA. 2015 – Indiana Dental Association Best Clinical Case Report Award, Indiana University School of Dentistry Research Day, USA. Dr. Nasser AlQahtani continues to contribute significantly to postgraduate education, research, and advancements in prosthodontics and implant dentistry.

Dr. Alfaifi, a distinguished graduate of the College of Dentistry at King Khalid University (2015–2016), has excelled in his academic and professional journey. After completing his pre-specialization training, he pursued advanced studies in the USA, earning dual supervision for his master’s thesis at Loma Linda University and the University of Washington. His contributions include high-impact research publications, numerous scientific presentations, and leadership roles, including serving as Head of Graduate Students (2021–2022). He also played a key role in teaching and mentoring at the American Academy of Implant Dentistry. Dr. Alfaifi’s achievements include passing the Canadian Board exam (2022), earning the American Fellowship in Prosthodontics, and becoming one of Saudi Arabia’s pioneers in digital dentistry. His groundbreaking work was recognized with the Hans Scobal Award for excellence in complex case treatment, gaining national media attention, including coverage by the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) and appearances on Saudi TV programs.

Dr. Majid Al Toman, a distinguished graduate of King Khalid University (2015), pursued advanced prosthodontic education at Loma Linda University, USA. His journey includes a Master of Science in Prosthodontics (2021), multiple research accolades, and board certifications from the American Board of Prosthodontics and the Royal College of Dentists of Canada. He has contributed extensively through research, teaching, and international presentations. In 2022, he further specialized in Advanced Implantology and Digital Dentistry, solidifying his expertise in the field. Dr. Al Toman continues to inspire as a Fellow of the American College of Prosthodontists.

Prof. Nabeh Al-Qahtani, consultant periodontist and dental implant surgeon, along with Dr. Mukhatar Ahmed Javali and Dr. Mohasin Abdul Khader, has been awarded a patent by the Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property for an innovative device that simultaneously measures chronic gum disease and diabetes. The invention, a portable device with a glass capillary tube and a digital display conceptualized in 2016 and developed over two years, aims to ease the burden on diabetic patients during dental visits. The concept was first approved by King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology in 2018, marking a significant step in dental and medical innovation.