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Oral physiological pigmentation in a Western Cape sample
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)
Oral physiological pigmentation presents with great variability with respect to sites, forms,
patterns and contrasts in colour. Knowledge of the existence of pigmented lesions and their
significance remained unclear for ...
An in-vitro study of antifungal activity of gymnemic acid
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)
Candida species are frequently isolated from oral mucosal surfaces of healthy individuals and
is the most common genus responsible for up to 75% of all candidal infections. The most
common problems associated management ...
Accuracy and reliability of traditional measurement techniques for tooth widths and arch perimeter compared to CAD/CAM
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)
Background: Plaster models form an integral part of the traditional orthodontic
records. They are necessary for diagnosis and treatment planning, case presentations
as well as for the evaluation of treatment progress. ...
Diabetic status of patients presenting for dental treatment
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)
The prevalence of Diabetes mellitus (a non-communicable disease) is
increasing worldwide. In 2008, it was declared one of the major non-communicable
diseases in South Africa, affecting 4.6% of the population (cited in ...
Knowledge and practice of emergency doctors regarding traumatic dental injuries
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)
Traumatic dental injuries (TDI's) are an important public health problem in children and adolescents
worldwide. The emergency center (EC) serves as the spearhead to the hospital as it has to deal with
a broad spectrum of ...
The in vitro antimicrobial activity of advanced platelet rich fibrin (A-PRF) against microorganisms of the oral cavity
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)
In recent years, the development and use of autologous platelet rich concentrates (PC's) has
gained traction within the rapidly progressive, multidisciplinary field of regenerative
medicine. A PC subtype, marketed as ...
The antimicrobial efficacy of a carbohydrate derived fulvic acid as a pre-periodontal procedure mouth rinse
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)
The aim of this study was to assess whether a mouthwash containing carbohydrate derived
fulvic acid, is effective in reducing the salivary microbial count pre-operatively. Endeavours
have been made to reduce the risk of ...
Orofacial manifestations of Burkttt's Lymphoma in Malawi
(University of the Western Cape, 2010)
Burkitt's lymphoma (BL) accounts for 40-50%o of all childhood malignancies in Malawi. It is a highly
aggressive, fast growing, mature B-cell non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma (NHL). It has one of the highest proliferation rates of ...
The design, implementation and evaluation of a management information system for public dental services
(University of the Western Cape, 2014)
In order to manage public dental services, information is required about what work is being performed by the staff at the various clinics.
Tally sheets have been used in the past to record treatment procedures but this ...
The prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders among dentists in KwaZulu- Natal
(University of the Western Cape, 2013)
Occupational hazards are common among many professions and dentistry is no exception. Occupational hazards include percutaneous injuries, inhalation of noxious chemicals, noise and musculoskeletal disorders (MSD). Despite ...