Joseph HOBEICHE

Assistant Professor
Responsable du DU - Occlusodontie - Faculty of Dental Medicine

+961 (1) 421 000 joseph.hobeiche@usj.edu.lb

Throughout his career, Professor Hobeiche has established himself as a leading expert in the field of cosmetics, prosthodontics and TMD with over 30 years of experience and over 5000 treated cases between Lebanon and Qatar. He obtained his dental degree from Saint Joseph University, Lebanon and further advanced his education by completing postgraduate studies at Aix-Marseille University, earning a Diploma in Fixed Prosthodontics and a Diploma in Temporomandibular Disorders.He holds a PhD in Prosthodontics as well as a Master in Health Management from the University of Paris DAUPHINE.Currently, Professor Hobeiche serves as a clinical professor at Saint Joseph University, Beirut - Lebanon and is the head of the Occlusion and TMD Unit. He also holds the position of Head of the TMD department at the Lebanese Military Hospital. His extensive experience in prosthodontics and esthetic dentistry has been honed through his work in both Beirut and Doha, Qatar where he serves as the head of prosthodontics at the Royal Medical Center. He is a Fellow of several prestigious international dental associations such as the International College of Dentistry, Pierre Fauchard Academy, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, and Occlusion College of France.He is recognized for his exceptional skills and knowledge in his field and has been invited to speak at numerous national and international conferences, sharing his expertise with other professionals. He is a published author in peer-reviewed indexed journals (PubMed) and has been a mentor to many young dentists, dedicating himself to the education and professional development of the next generation.

Education

Degree University Country Year
Doctorat d'université - Biologie et matériaux du milieu buccal Université Saint-Joseph de Beyrouth Liban 2008
MBA Université Saint-Joseph de Beyrouth Liban 2005
D.E.A - Biologie et matériaux du milieu buccal Université Saint-Joseph de Beyrouth Liban 2005
Diplôme d'université - Occlusodontie Université Aix-Marseille II 1991
Diplôme d'université - Thérapeutiques des édentations totales Université Aix-Marseille II 1990
Doctorat d'exercice - Chirurgie dentaire Université Saint-Joseph de Beyrouth Liban 1989

Research themes

OROFACIAL Pain

TMD 

TMJ 

FIXED Prosthodontics

Publications and communications

-          Abdo A , Halawi D , Haddad C , Hobeiche J . Accuracy of Virtual Articulators and Mounting: A Systematic Review and Meta Analysis. AFPF Vol. 256 (no 12, Year 2023).

 

-          Aoun Y, Ejbeh R, Youssef A, Hobeiche J. Salivary biomarkers as potential diagnostic tool for temporomandibular disorders: A comprehensive review. Cranio. 2023 Jul 12:1-10

 

-          Youssef, A., Hobeiche, J., El Zoghbi, A. et al. Bruxism and implant: where are we? A systematic review. Bull Natl Res Cent 46, 172 (2022).

-          El Zoghbi, A., Halimi, M., Hobeiche, J. and Haddad, C., 2021. Effect of occlusal splints on posture balance in patients with temporomandibular joint disorder: A prospective study. J. Contemp. Dent. Pract22, pp.615-619.

-          Hobeiche J,Mario Haddad, Jaafar Sabeh, Manar Baccour. T.M.J  anterior disc displacement with reduction : Diagnosis and management using the anterior repositioning splint. Accepted for publication in the JLDA-journal of the Lebanese Dental association 2019.

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