Browsing Magister Scientiae Dentium - MSc(Dent) (Restorative Dentistry) by Title
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Does the use of lasers as an adjunct to conventional endodontic treatment yield better results than conventional treatment alone? an overview of systematic reviews
(University of the Western Cape, 2023)The goal of endodontic treatment is to eliminate microbial infection and diseased dental pulp tissue residue from inside the root canals. This is routinely accomplished by mechanical preparation and chemical irrigation. ... -
The effect of dentine-bonding agents on the microleakage of provisional crowns
(University of the Western Cape, 2005)The use of provisional acrylic crowns is common practice with prosthodontic treatment. Provisional crowns are prone to marginal leakage and poor retention due to weak interim cements. The aim of this study was to assess ... -
Effect of different resin cements on shear bond strength of CAD-CAM crowns fabricated from hybrid materials.
(University of the Western Cape, 2021)CAD/CAM crowns have become popular due to the many advantages associated with this technology. Optimal bonding adhesion is crucial for the durability of these indirect restorations and many factors influence this crucial ... -
The effect of temperature on the linear dimensional stability of elastomers
(University of the Western Cape, 2012)Sometimes, dental impressions need to be transported to distant laboratories. It has been reported that the temperature in a vehicle can reach up to 66C when the outdoor temperature is 38C. These temperatures may be ... -
Evaluation of dentine damage after rotary NiTi preparation
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)NiTi rotary instruments have shape memory and are highly flexible and super-elastic. These properties of the metal alloy allows for ease of root canal preparation to ultimately result in a root canal preparation that has ... -
Fracture resistance of endodontically treated maxillary premolars restored with horizontal glass fiber post: An in vitro and finite element analysis
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)Maxillary premolars are subjected to a combination of vertical and lateral occlusal forces. Furthermore, premolars present with an anatomical shape and unfavorable crown to root ratio, making them more prone to fractures ... -
Green synthesised Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles and their antifungal effect on Candida albicans Biofilms
(University of Western Cape, 2020)Candida albicans is a clinical fungal isolate that is most frequently isolated from different host niches, and is implicated in the pathogenesis of several fungal infections, including oral candidiasis. The pathogenesis ... -
Heat transmission along the surface of dental implant
(University of the Western Cape, 2009)Objectives: Temperature changes along an implant body have not been widely studied. The objectives of this in vitro study were (i) to establish if the temperature of the abutment influences the temperature of the implant ... -
In vitro antibacterial activity of three root canal sealers against Enterococcus Faecalis
(University of the Western Cape, 2020)The goal of root canal treatment is to eradicate microorganisms in the root canal system of the tooth. However; it has been found that no method of tooth preparation is efficient in eliminating all microorganisms present ... -
The in vitro effect of a tooth bleaching agent on coffee and wine stained teeth
(University of the Western Cape, 2008)Summary: Aim: The aim of this laboratory study is to assess the efficacy of a tooth bleaching agent by evaluating the degree of color change with the use of a spectrophotometer and not by the usual subjective, visual ... -
An in vitro study of microleakage and surface microhardness of nanocomposite restorative materials
(University of the Western Cape, 2005)The demand for posterior aesthetic restorations has dramatically increased in recent years. Several new materials have been developed with improved aesthetic, adhesive and mechanical properties. However, microleakage ... -
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 ... -
An in-vitro evaluation of repair protocols applied to composite resin
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)The shift towards minimally invasive dentistry has meant that dental practitioners are now undertaking procedures that are conservative and preserve as much of the existing tooth structure as possible. Repairing composite ... -
An in-vitro evaluation of the efficacy of oral devices to remove dental biofilm from three prosthodontic materials
(University of the Western Cape, 2019)Introduction: The evolution of Dentistry witnessed an increase in fixed prostheses as opposed to removable ones. Zirconia (ZrO2) and Lithium disilicate (LDS) are becoming the material of choice in implant or tooth retained ... -
An in-vitro study assessing the color stability of different provisional crown and bridge restorative materials
(2006)The aim of this study was to investigate the color stability of two provisional restorative materials used in crown and bridge cases upon exposure to different tea staining solutions and to evaluate the effectiveness of a ... -
An in-vitro study assessing the effect of smear layer on root canal microleakage
(2008)The aim of this study was to compare the sealing ability of AH Plus sealer to the canal wall in the presence and absence of the smear layer. -
An in-vitro study of the fatigue resistance and structural integrity of different aesthetic posts.
(University of the Western Cape, 2024)Aim: The aim of the study was to assess and determine the fatigue resistance of different fiber posts and to observe their ultrastructures through scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Objectives: To assess and compare the ... -
Influence of a bleaching agent on stained direct composite resins
(University of the Western Cape, 2008)Despite the phenomenal strides in research of dental resin composites regarding their physical and mechanical properties, discolouration, either intrinsic or extrinsic still remains a major drawback and is one of the ... -
The influence of mixing ratio on the fatigue behaviour of fibre reinforced polymers
(University of the Western Cape, 2013)Statement of the problem: Fibre reinforcement of polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) denture base material is known to improve the strength, as well as the fatigue behavior, of the material. The powder liquid (P/L) ratio of ... -
Influence of variations in ceramic thickness and bonding substrate on the fracture resistance of lithium disilicate restorations
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)Restorative dentistry aims to replace lost or damaged tooth structure with durable and life-like alternatives. To accommodate the inherent limitations and weakness of the restorative materials, preparation techniques ...