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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 ... -
The incidence of dental anomalies in a Qatari population sample
(University of Western Cape, 2021)There is no data specific to the Qatari population on the incidence of dental anomalies. The aim of this study was to investigate the incidence of dental anomalies in a Qatari population sample of patients between 6 and ... -
Incidence of plasmablastic lymphoma in HIV positive and negative patients at a tertiary hospital in South Africa (2005-2017)
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)The aim of the study was to investigate and describe the incidence of Plasmablastic Lymphoma (PBL) diagnosed at the Divisions of Anatomical Pathology and Haematopathology at Tygerberg Hospital from 2005 to 2017, and to ... -
Incidence, trends of prevalence and pathological spectrum of head and neck lymphomas at national health laboratory services- Tygerberg
(University of the Western Cape, 2007)MChD (Oral Pathology) minithesis, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Western Cape Among malignant lesions, lymphoma ranks second only to squamous cell carcinoma in frequency ... -
Incidental calcifications s of the head and neck on CBCT scans
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)One of the most notable additions to the dental imaging armamentarium is the introduction of cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) scanning in general dental practices. The multi-planar functionality of CBCT allows for ... -
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 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. ... -
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 ... -
The influence on masticatory performance of jaw movements, chewing side preference, occlusal contacf area, muscle activity and jaw tremor
(University of the Western Cape, 1996)The primary function of the jaws and teeth in mammals is chewing and swallowing. In man there are additional functions of speech, non-verbal communication and cosmetic appeal. Chewing is a complex operation requiring both ... -
The inter-canine distance in the maxilla and mandible for sex determination in a sample of adults from Khartoum Teaching Dental Hospital, Sudan
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)In forensic odontology, sex determination is one of the key parameters and is a crucial element in identification of a deceased individual by a forensic investigator. Canines are considered an excellent tool to distinguish ... -
The interaction between physical sign, and chronic pain depression and nonspecific physical symptoms, in patients with temporomandibular
(University of the Western Cape, 1997)There are both physical and emotional components which are associated with the chronic pain of TMD patients. One of the difficuhies in making an accurate assessment of each component, is the lack of objective criteria ... -
Interceptive orthodontic treatment need among children attending dental clinics in the Tygerberg sub-district
(2013)Background In the Western-Cape province, orthodontic treatment provided to government patients is limited to tertiary hospitals such as the Tygerberg Oral Health Centre (TOHC). This results in growing waiting lists which ... -
Intralesional autogenous fat injection in oral submucous fibrosis
(University of the Western Cape, 2021)Oral submucous fibrosis (OSMF) is a chronic disorder characterized by the fibrosis of the mucosal lining of the upper digestive tract involving the oral cavity, oropharynx, hypopharynx and the upper third of the oesophagus. ... -
An investigation into the compatibility of some irreversible hydrorocolloid impression materials and dental gypsum products
(University of the Western Cape, 1983)This was based on a similar procedure described by Morrow et al (1971) but differed ln several respects. By photographing the gypsum casts through a stereomicroscope at constant signification and using a constant light ... -
An investigation into the role of histological parameters in the prediction of the prognosis for tl and t2 oral squamous cell carcinomas
(University of Western Cape, 1998)TI and T2 squamous cell carcinomas of the head and neck have an unpredictable prognosis that often pose therapeutic problems. Sophisticated methods such as cytometric DNA analysis, immunocytochemistry and detection of ... -
"An investigation of the oral health of a selected group of preschool children in the Western Cape"
(University of the Western Cape, 1987)The dental clinic of the University of the Western Cape provides oral health care for many preschool children. The clinical observation was that these children presented with rampant dental caries. A recent report compi1ed ...