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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 ... -
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 ... -
Factors that influence the dental attendance of children under thirteen years of age at two community dental clinics in the Western Cape, South Africa.
(University of the Western Cape, 2000)AIMS AND OBJECTIVES: Most children presenting to dental clinics have pain of varying intensity that usually, has been endured for long periods of time. A study done at Cardiff in the United Kingdom, found that only 15% of ... -
Fast track assessment of the conscious sedation patient at the pre treatment consultation in a dental day clinic
(University of Westen Cape, 2005)This thesis covered the fast track assessment of the referred dental patient for conscious sedation in a day clinic. The assessment took in consideration patient information, medical history, anatomical observations, ... -
Forensic Radiographic Identification Using Manipulated Digital Dental Images
(University of the Western Cape, 1996)A technique was developed for the assessment of forensic identification using dental radiographs. The technique involved the digitisation of dental radiographs, cutting of a horizontal section from an antemortem radiograph ... -
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 ... -
The fracture resistance of structurally compromised roots using different post systems
(University of the Western Cape, 2002)The structurally compromised root presents a great challenge to the restorative dentist. The amount of tooth structure that remains after endodontic therapy and post preparation is of prime importance and the strength of ... -
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 ... -
The handling of undated pig embryos and foetuses as a prelude to histological studies of morphogenesis in the oral region
(University of the Western Cape, 1976)The author is interested in the morphogenesis of the oral region including the nasopalatine complex. With the intention of undertaking a study of the· embryological development in this area, perusal of available literature ... -
Hard tissue features associated with the presence of impacted mandibular third molars
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)Different pathology associated with impacted wisdom teeth in the oral cavity showed that it is prevalent and may lead to varied dental complications. This study adopted a descriptive cross-sectional retrospective analytical ... -
Head Injuries: Risk factors and consequences
(University of the Western Cape, 2002)Injuries, and head injuries in particular, are a common cause of childhood, adolescent and young adulthood morbidity and mortality. The risk factors for injuries in general have been well researched. But it remains uncertain ... -
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 ... -
The history of dentistry in South Africa since 1900
(University of the Western Cape, 1983)Nineteenth Century dentists in South Africa were brought under the provision of legislation in Natal and the Transvaal (1896) and the Cape Colony and the Orange Free State (1899). By the end of the Nineteenth Century a ... -
Immediate versus delayed surgical management of septic mandibular fractures
(University of the Western Cape, 2015)Aim: The aim of the study was to compare immediate and delayed surgical management of septic mandibular fractures. Introduction: Infected mandible fractures can be treated via diverse protocols. Two recognized protocols ... -
The Impact of Fixed Orthodontic Treatment on the Oral Health- Related Quality of Life in Adolescents
(University of the Western Cape, 2023)This study aimed to determine whether fixed orthodontic treatment impacts on the oral healthrelated quality of life (OHRQoL) in adolescents aged 11-16 years. Oral health determinants, as well as demographic and psychosocial ... -
Impact of HMAIDS on Mortality among the Inpatients at Motebang Hospital, Lesotho
(University of the Western Cape, 2004)This was a descriptive retrospective study of the mortality trends among inpatients at Motebang Hospital in Lesotho. The hypothesis was that AIDS had modified the mortality pattern so predictably that its impact could be ... -
Implementation of oral health policies in African countries: South Africa and Nigeria as case studies
(University of Western Cape, 2014)This study has shown conclusively that the oral health policy processes has not achieved the desired goals in both South Africa and Nigeria, and that greater advocacy for oral health is required in both countries. -
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 ... -
An in vitro assessment of the bacterial sealing capacity of narrow diameter implants with Morse-taper abutment connections
(University of Western Cape, 2020)Background: Lack of appropriate bone thickness is a common clinical limitation for tooth replacement, often requiring narrow implants, which have shown better results when combined with Morse taper connections. Little is ... -
An in vitro assessment of the bacterial sealing capacity of narrow diameter implants with Morse-taper abutment connections.
(University of Western Cape, 2020)Lack of appropriate bone thickness is a common clinical limitation for tooth replacement, often requiring narrow implants, which have shown better results when combined with Morse taper connections. Little is known about ...