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Explore selected scientific work authored or co-authored by Prof. Ass. Dr. Zana Sllamniku Dalipi, with short summaries and links to the original publications.

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In focus · Literature review · 2022

Vitamin D, calcium and gum health

A review of published research on vitamin D and calcium in periodontal health, with particular attention to women, including during pregnancy.

Dentistry Journal · 2022; 10(7):120

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Selected publications

4 articles

2025

Survey study

E-cigarettes and oral health awareness

A study of dentists’ knowledge and perceptions of e-cigarettes, exploring the role of oral health professionals in public awareness and education.

Dentistry Journal · 2025; 13(3):119

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Original title: Knowledge and Perceptions of Dentists Regarding E-Cigarettes: Implications for Oral Health and Public Awareness and Education
Authors: Donika B. Shabani, Linda J. Dula, Zana Sllamniku Dalipi, Mirlinda S. Krasniqi, Aida Meto
DOI: 10.3390/dj13030119
About this study: This study examines professional knowledge and perceptions. It does not test a dental treatment.

2023

Case report

Following a complex oral condition over nine months

A clinical report describing the assessment, treatment and follow-up of a patient with orofacial granulomatosis, an inflammatory condition affecting the mouth and face.

Clinical Medicine Insights: Case Reports · 2023; 16

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Original title: Treatment of Orofacial Granulomatosis—9-Month Follow-up: A Case Report
Authors: Mirlinda Sopi Krasniqi, Zana Sllamniku Dalipi, Donika Kastrati Dragidella, Labinota Kondirolli
DOI: 10.1177/11795476231160046
About this study: A single-patient report describes one clinical experience. Its outcome cannot establish how well a treatment works for everyone.

2022

Literature review

Vitamin D, calcium and gum health

A review of published research on vitamin D and calcium in periodontal health, with particular attention to women, including during pregnancy.

Dentistry Journal · 2022; 10(7):120

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Original title: Calcium and Vitamin D Supplementation as Non-Surgical Treatment for Periodontal Disease with a Focus on Female Patients: Literature Review
Authors: Zana Sllamniku Dalipi, Fatmir Dragidella
DOI: 10.3390/dj10070120
About this study: This is a review of existing literature, not a new clinical trial. Decisions about supplements depend on individual clinical assessment.

2017

Observational study

Gum health and pregnancy outcomes

Research in Kosovo examining the association between periodontal disease and preterm birth or low birthweight.

Acta Stomatologica Croatica · 2017; 51(1):33–40

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Original title: The Association between Periodontal Disease and Preterm Low Birthweight in Kosovo
Authors: Kastriot Meqa, Fatmir Dragidella, Metush Disha, Zana Sllamniku-Dalipi
DOI: 10.15644/asc51/1/4
About this study: An observed association does not prove that gum disease causes these pregnancy outcomes.

Summaries are provided for general information. The original publications are in English and retain their original titles.