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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 ...
Relationship of TMD diagnosis and self-reported biopsychosocial status of patients attending the TMD clinic
(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 ...
A Clinical Study to Determine the Factors That May Influence Results in Non-Surgical Endodontic Retreatments
(University of the Western Cape, 2010)
When faced with a failing or failed root treatment, the dentist must decide whether the tooth can be retreated and saved or extracted. The dentist's decision to retreat is often based on the x-ray presenting a failing root ...
The colour stability of various glass ionomer cements
(University of the Western Cape, 2019)
Introduction: Together with bonding to both enamel and dentine, an ideal restorative material would display physical properties similar to that of natural tooth tissue and would not be prone to degradation as a result of ...