Browsing Magister Scientiae Dentium - MSc(Dent) (Orthodontics) by Issue Date
Now showing items 1-19 of 19
-
Perception of occlusal appearance in 11 to 12 year-old school children in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of the Western Cape, 2004)A public orthodontic system generally is designed to prioritize patients so that those who have the greatest need receive treatment. The aim of this study was to compare the subjective perceptions of the occlusal appearance ... -
Applicability of tooth size predictions in the mixed dentition analysis in a Kenyan sample
(University of the Western Cape, 2004)Mixed denticentition space analysis forms a critical aspect of early orthodo However, the applicability of these methods in other ethnic groups has been varied and questionable. The aim of this study is to evaluate the ... -
A critique of the index of the complexity, outcome and need
(University of the Western Cape, 2005)The development of a uniform method of epidemiological assessment and grading of malocclusion has been of interest for several decades. Recently, Daniels and Richmond (2000) proposed a new orthodontic index namely the Index ... -
Oral lesions in hiv/aids patients before and after haart treatment
(2009)The initiation of highly active antiretroviral therapy has shown to result in successful suppression of viral replications followed by an increase in CD4 lymphocytes, a partial recovery of T-cell specific immune responses ... -
Factors influencing sorption, solubility and cytotoxicity of a heat cured denture base polymer
(2010)Objectives:Substances leaching from denture- base polymers have been associated with cytotoxicity and allergic reactions. This study examined the effect of polishing,mixing ratios, water immersion temperatures and different ... -
Accuracy of orthodontic digital study models
(University of the Western Cape, 2012)Background: Plaster study models are routinely used in an Orthodontic practice. With the recent introduction of digital models, an alternative is now available, whereby three dimensional images of models can be analyzed ... -
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 ... -
Influence of orthodontic caregiver behaviour on the perceived satisfaction of patients during orthodontic treatment.
(University of the Western Cape, 2014)Influence of orthodontic caregiver behaviour on the perceived satisfaction of patients during orthodontic treatment. Dr. F.J. du Raan M.Sc. (Orthodontics) thesis, Department of Orthodontics, University of the Western Cape. ... -
The perceived and normative orthodontic treatment need of a group of South African children
(University of the Western Cape, 2015)Introduction: Improvement of aesthetics is often the reason patients seek orthodontic treatment. The ability to accurately assess aesthetic treatment need from the viewpoint of the patient is necessary. The threshold for ... -
Micro-leakage and Enamel demineralisation : a comparative study of three different adhesive cements
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)Introduction: Micro-leakage and enamel demineralization is still a major challenge in dental practice. It can lead to formation of demineralization lesions around and beneath the adhesive–enamel interface (Mali et al., ... -
Bond strength of metal orthodontic brackets to all ceramic crowns
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)Aim: The aim of this study was to evaluate, in-vitro, the shear bond strength (SBS) and the resultant failure pattern after debonding of metal orthodontic brackets bonded with TransbondTM XT adhesive resin cement and RelyXTM ... -
Orthodontic treatment need in children aged 12-14 years in Mombasa, Kenya
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)A public orthodontic system generally is designed to prioritize patients so that those who have the greatest need receive treatment. The aim of this study was to compare the subjective perceptions of the occlusal appearance ... -
Orthodontic treatment need and demand in the Upington area of the Northern Cape Province
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)When considering a person's self-esteem, behavioural patterns and personal interactions, the one feature having the most impact is their physical appearance. In an ideal world, every person should have a fair opportunity ... -
The orthodontic treatment needs in children aged 12-15 years in a school in Khomas region, Namibia
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)In modern day dentistry, aesthetics forms an integral part of our social perception almost as much as functionality. Malocclusion has been brought to the forefront of developmental anomalies as it can affect mastication, ... -
Soft tissue profile changes in patients treated with non-extraction versus second premolar extraction protocols - using the Damon system
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)Orthodontic treatment has the ability to improve the aesthetics and the function of patients. In order to create space, orthodontic treatment often requires removal of teeth. The most common teeth removed for orthodontic ... -
Accuracy of Orthodontic bracket adaptation
(University of the Western Cape, 2019)Background: A close marginal adaptation between the tooth and the bracket base is important since it provides the space for the adhesive. In order to withstand and resist the orthodontic forces exerted as well as everyday ... -
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 ... -
Effects of premolar extraction on airway dimensions: A retrospective cephalometric appraisal
(University of the Western Cape, 2020)Aim: The aim of this study was to assess the effect of retraction of anterior teeth on pharyngeal airway dimensions, after orthodontic treatment of bimaxillary protrusion cases by means of the extraction of four ... -
Is conventional sugar-free chewing gum effective in the management of orthodontic pain associated with fixed appliances? A randomised clinical trial comparing the pain-reducing effects of sugar-free chewing gum versus a placebo medicament
(University of the Western Cape, 2020)Background and aim: Managing orthodontic pain traditionally involves the prescription of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs combined with other analgesic medication. Sugar-free chewing gum has been advocated in the ...
