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The antimicrobial efficacy of three chlorhexidine mouth rinses: an in-vitro analysis
(University of the Western Cape, 2014)
Different chlorhexidine (CHX) preparations and formulations are available in local markets. Some preparations contain anti-discoloration systems (ADS), additional antimicrobials like cetylpyridinium chloride (CPC), or ...
An evaluation of Shandon Papspin liquid based oral test utilizing a novel cytologic scoring system
(University of the Western Cape, 2010)
Background and Aims: While a single “high quality” oral liquid based cytology (LBC) study has shown a high sensitivity and specificity for the technique in detection of oral dysplasia and malignancy, the high unit cost of ...
Implementation of oral health policies in African countries: South Africa and Nigeria as case studies
(University of Western Cape, 2014)
This study has shown conclusively that the oral health policy processes has not achieved the desired goals in both South Africa and Nigeria, and that greater advocacy for oral health is required in both countries.
Comparison of an intra-oral approach using a contra-angle hand piece with the transbuccal technique for mandibular angle fracture repair
(University of the Western Cape, 2010)
Purpose: To compare the intra-oral approach using a contra-angled hand
piece with the standard transbuccal approach in the treatment of mandibular
angle fractures.
Patients and Methods: Thirty patients with isolated ...
Testing of the Phillips dental age estimation tables on a sample of black children from Mpumalanaga, South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 2011)
A number of dental age estimation methods have been developed over the years
ranging from the frequently used age estimation of Demirjian et al (1973) and
Moorrees et al (1965) to the less frequently used age estimation ...
Management of defective dental Amalgam restorations-a mixed-methods study
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)
Much variation exists in the practice of dentistry with regard to the
diagnosis of caries and the recommendations for treatment. Even though criteria
for the selection of 'faulty' restorations often appear ill-defined, ...
Evaluation of sterilising methods for re-implantation of orthodontic mini-implants
(The University of the Western Cape, 2017)
Re-implantation of mini-implants would be financially advantageous in
orthodontics and could encourage an increase in use of these devices. An
analysis of the bacterial contamination after different sterilising methods
has ...
Knowledge, attitudes and behaviour of PHC nurses with regard to oral HIV in Bisho district in Eastern Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)
Primary Health Care Nurses play an important role in HIV care. HIV related
oral manifestations have been present since the beginning of AIDS pandemic (Shiboski et al,
2009). There are studies that have shown 60 -70% of the ...
Salivary creatinine as a diagnostic tool for evaluating patients with chronic kidney disease
(The University of the Western Cape, 2017)
BACKGROUND Preliminary studies have shown the potential use of saliva in the diagnosis of
chronic kidney disease (CKD). For saliva to completely replace serum as a diagnostic and
monitoring tool for CKD, studies must be ...
Parent's perception of psychosocial factors associated with health compromising behaviours related to oral health among adolescents in South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)
Even though the composition of the family unit has undergone considerable change in
recent decades due to a variety of socio-economic developments, it remains the first
learning environment for the child. The influence of ...