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Palatal rugae patterns in a sudanese population sample
(2013)
Palatal Rugae Patterns in a Sudanese Population Sample Palatal rugae are ridges resulted from symmetrical and irregular mucosal folds of tissue and located in the alveolar third of the palate. Palatal rugae identification ...
The comparison of two doses of intranasal midazolam sedation in a paediatric dental emergency clinic
(University of Western Cape, 2011)
The aim of the study was to compare two doses of intranasal midazolam (INM) 0.3
mg/kg and 0.5 mg/kg in terms of effectiveness and recovery time. Design:-This study was a Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT) and Triple blinded ...
Complete denture occlusion: intra and inter observer analysis
(University of Western Cape, 2014)
Aim: The aim of this study was to investigate the accuracy, intra- and inter-observer
reliability of identifying occlusal markings made by articulating paper on complete
dentures intra-orally. Methods: A series of ...
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 ...
An in vitro study of the properties of GICs with bioactive biomaterial modification
(University of the Western Cape, 2019)
The fluoride release and chemical adherence to tooth structure remain the most desirable
features of glass ionomer restorative cements (GICs). Although the physical properties for
multi-surface restorations are well-defined, ...
Synthesis and characterization of biopolymer nanoapatite composite electrospun bioactive scaffold: A potential application for guided tissue/bone regeneration
(University of the Western Cape, 2019)
Search for an ideal scaffold for guided tissue/bone (GTR/GBR) regeneration continues as
till now none of the commercially available GTR/GBR membrane fulfils the desired
criteria. Currently, a variety of new materials and ...
The prevalence and pattern of mid facial fractures at Tygerberg oral health centre
(University of the Western Cape, 2019)
Background: Changing trends have been observed in the prevalence, etiology, imaging
practice and pattern of presentation of mid facial fractures in different geographical regions.
Conventional (plain) radiographs remain ...