Browsing Magister Scientiae Dentium - MSc(Dent) (Restorative Dentistry) by Author "Geerts, Greta"
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An in-vitro study of a modified bioactive orthodontic cement
Moodley, Tashia (University of the Western Cape, 2017)Introduction: Demineralization of the enamel surface adjacent to bonded orthodontic brackets during treatment is an ongoing drawback, especially when manifested as white spot lesions. Enamel demineralization is initiated ... -
Fracture resistance of endodontically treated maxillary premolars restored with horizontal glass fiber post: An in vitro and finite element analysis
Abdulrab, Saleem (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 ... -
The influence of mixing ratio on the fatigue behaviour of fibre reinforced polymers
Stuhlinger, Martin Ernst (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 ... -
Relationship of TMD diagnosis and self-reported biopsychosocial status of patients attending the TMD clinic
Ahmed, Omer Abdelrahim Sidig (University of the Western Cape, 2018)Background: This study aimed to investigate a possible relationship between the diagnosis of TMD and biographical, psychological and social status of patients. Materials and Method: All records of patients who attended ... -
Towards a novel toothpaste: the effect of gum Arabic-silver nanoparticles on the oral biofilm
Ahmed, Omnia Abdelmoneim Khidir (University of the Western Cape, 2024)Background: Oral health is an integral part of overall health and wellbeing of a human being. Over 3 billion people worldwide suffer from poor oral health or dental disease. Oral disease may cause discomfort, pain, ...