Mrs. Ikram Salim, University of Turku, Finland
Mrs. Ikram Salim is currently a Ph.D. candidate in the Finnish Doctoral Program in Oral Science (FINDOS) at the Department of Cariology and Restorative Dentistry, Institute of Dentistry, University of Turku, Finland (2022-2023). She holds a Master’s degree in Advanced Endodontics from the University of Siena, Italy, and a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from Ajman University, United Arab Emirates (2012-2017). Her research interests and academic focus are centered on oral health, with a special emphasis on cariology and restorative dentistry.
Education:
Ph.D. Candidate
Finnish Doctoral Program in Oral Science (FINDOS)
Department of Cariology and Restorative Dentistry, Institute of Dentistry, University of Turku, Turku, Finland
January 2019 – June 2025
Master’s in Advanced Endodontics
University of Siena, Siena, Italy
January 2022 – September 2023
Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)
Ajman University, United Arab Emirates
September 2012 – July 2017
Professional Profiles:
Scopus Profile
ORCID Profile
Professional Experience:
FINDOS Position, Finnish Doctoral Program in Oral Science (FINDOS), Institute of Dentistry, University of Turku, Finland (02.2022 – 12.2023)
University Teacher (Teaching and Research Staff), Department of Cariology and Restorative Dentistry, Institute of Dentistry, University of Turku, Finland (09.2022 – 12.2022)
University Teacher (Teaching and Research Staff), Department of Cariology and Restorative Dentistry, Institute of Dentistry, University of Turku, Finland (09.2021 – 12.2021)
Researcher, Faculty of Medicine, Institute of Dentistry, University of Turku, Finland (11.2020 – 12.2020)
University Teacher (Teaching and Research Staff), Department of Cariology and Restorative Dentistry, Institute of Dentistry, University of Turku, Finland (01.2020 – 06.2020)
Research Interests:
Cariology
Restorative Dentistry
Oral Health
Dental Education
Salivary Diagnostics
Dental Biomaterials
Top Notable Publications:
Effect of solvent pretreatments on intraradicular bond strength of bioactive cements
Authors: Salim, I.A., Salim, A.A., Scarabello Stape, T.H., Mutluay, M.M., Tezvergil-Mutluay, A.
Published in: International Journal of Adhesion and Adhesives, 2025, 138, 103952
The inhibitory effects of various ions released from S-PRG fillers on dentin protease activity
Authors: Salim, I., Seseogullari-Dirihan, R., Imazato, S., Tezvergil-Mutluay, A.
Published in: Dental Materials Journal, 2023, 42(1), pp. 99–104
Citations: 3
Composite repair: On the fatigue strength of universal adhesives
Authors: Stape, T.H.S., Tulkki, O., Salim, I.A., Mutluay, M.M., Tezvergil-Mutluay, A.
Published in: Dental Materials, 2022, 38(2), pp. 231–241
Citations: 10
Incorporation of dimethyl sulfoxide into experimental hydrophilic and hydrophobic adhesive resins: evaluation of cytotoxic activities
Authors: Salim Al-Ani, A.A.S., Salim, I.A., Seseogullari-Dirihan, R., Tjäderhane, L., Tezvergil-Mutluay, A.
Published in: European Journal of Oral Sciences, 2021, 129(1), e12756
Citations: 5
Conclusion:
Mrs. Ikram Salim’s research aligns strongly with the criteria for the Best Researcher Award, particularly due to her contributions to advancing the field of dental adhesives, bioactive cements, and dental material science. She demonstrates an innovative approach to dental research, collaborates with esteemed scientists, and publishes in high-impact journals.