Faculty of Dentistry
Faculty of Dentistry
The Precision Measurment unit at the Faculty of Dentistry, Ain Shams University is a specialized facility focused on high-precision dental laboratory services, material testing, and oral cancer detection.
Key Specialized Services
The unit provides a range of technical and diagnostic services for both clinical and research purposes:
● Material Testing: It offers precise measurement of materials used in or resulting from dental research for a pre-determined fee.
● Tumor Diagnostics: Specializes in histological examination of samples and identifies tumor markers within the field of oral pathology to support early diagnosis.
● Radiographic Imaging: Provides dental diagnostic imaging and issues official diagnostic reports.
● New Technology Assessment: Evaluates imported and local dental materials for companies and suppliers.
Laboratory Equipment
The unit is equipped with advanced technology to ensure accurate measurement results:
● Mechanical Properties Testing Device: For assessing the general strength and durability of dental materials.
● Thermal Stress Device: Used to test material behavior under varying temperatures.
● pH Measurement Device: Specifically for measuring acidity and alkalinity in dental samples
Operational Mission
Beyond patient care, the unit supports the academic community by:
● Assisting faculty members and postgraduate students with scientific research and data collection.
● Hosting training courses on how to operate precision measuring devices.
● Issuing certified documentation for measurements and microscopic diagnosis results.