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Factors influencing the implementation of interceptive Orthodontic treatment at the level of the general dentist: 24 case studies from the Metropolitan area of Tshwane, South Africa
(University of Western Cape, 2019)
General dentists in practice (both public and private) are often reluctant to perform interceptive orthodontic procedures on patients that present to their practices. As interceptive orthodontic treatment (IOT) can be of ...
An in vitro study of post-restorative bleaching: effect on microleakage
(University of the Western Cape, 2010)
Aim and Objectives: To assess the effect of bleaching on the marginal integrity of Class V composite resin restorations. To determine the effect of a 6% hydrogen peroxide over the counter and a 38% hydrogen peroxide in-office ...
Periodontal status and associated factors in adults with hearing impairment
(University of the Western Cape, 2019)
Hearing impairment contributes significantly to the global burden of disabilities and has reported to be a prevalent disability in South Africa. The hearing impaired population has been associated with low levels of oral ...
The effect of thermal-cycling on the bond strength of a two step and single-step dentin bonding agent
(University of the Western Cape, 2010)
The aim and objective of this study was to determine the bond strength of a twostep and a single-step dentin bonding agent and to determine the effect of repeated thermal-cycling from 50C and 550C on the bond strength ...
The effect of resin based coatings on fluoride release of glass ionomer cement, an in vitro study
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)
The use of glass ionomer cement (GIC) restorative materials assists in the prevention of dental
caries due to its long-term fluoride release. However, poor physical strength is one of the main
drawbacks of GIC. A surface ...
The effect of cigarette smoking on whole stimulated salivary flow rate and pH
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)
Introduction: Saliva is a significant biological fluid involved in the maintenance of good oral health. Cigarette smoking exerts detrimental effects on oral health and has been shown to affect saliva, but with no consensus ...
The accuracy of the mental foramen position on panoramic radiographs and CBCT
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)
Data was analysed from 31 archived cone-beam computed
tomography (CBCT) images and Digital panoramic radiographs (DP) for the same patients
taken on the same x-ray machine (Carestream CS9000 3D). The position and ...
Quality of life change in patients on the third molar surgery waiting list at Tygerberg Oral Health Centre
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)
Aim: To assess the change in the quality of life of patients while on the third molar surgery waiting list. Introduction: A large number of patients routinely present at the Tygerberg Oral Health Centre for removal of ...
The prevalence and severity of periodontal disease in Type II diabetics
(University of the Western Cape, 2011)
Introduction: The relationship between Periodontal Disease and Type II diabetes has been reported in recent literature. More recent studies suggest that further research is required into the relationship of glycaemic control ...
A study to determine the accuracy of Gustafson’s method of age estimation on adult teeth when applied to a sample of the population of the Western Cape
(2013)
Teeth are often used to assist in the identification of human bodies after death,
especially in cases where the body is badly burned or decomposed, as teeth are
usually preserved for a long period of time, even after ...