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The validity of bite mark evidence for legal purposes
(University of Western Cape, 2021)Bite mark evidence has been admitted into US courts since the 1870s. It quickly gained popularity after the conviction of W.E. Marx in 1974 for manslaughter using primarily bite mark evidence. However, since the development ... -
Volumetric change due to polymerization in dental resins as measured with an electronic mercury dilatometer
(University of the Western Cape, 2014)To determine the total volumetric change and the relative speed of shrinkage of bulk fill flowable composites during polymerization. The volumetric change that occur during the polymerization of dental composite restorations ... -
Volumetric change due to polymerization in dental resins as measured with an electronic mercury dilatometer
(University of the Western Cape, 2014)Objectives: To determine the total volumetric change and the relative speed of shrinkage of bulk fill flowable composites during polymerization. Background: The volumetric change that occur during the polymerization of ... -
Volumetric changes of maxillary sinus post augmentation using CBCT
(University of Western Cape, 2020)By evaluating the air volume of the maxillary sinus pre-operatively (Reading 1 – V1) and postoperatively, 3-6 months later (Reading 2 – V2) the changes using different augmentation materials will be ascertained. Additionally, ... -
Water sorption and solubility of resin filled composites
(University of the Western Cape, 2015)Resin filled dental composite materials has been introduced into dental practice since mid-1960s as an aesthetic restorative material for anterior teeth (Bowen, 1962 cited in Peutzfeldt, 1997). Since then, they have undergone ... -
Xerostomia and hyposalivation in HIV positive patients with and without HAART
(University of the Western Cape, 2014)Introduction: Xerostomia and reduced salivary flow have been reported often enough among HIV positive patients. Strong associations have also been established between HIV infection and oral effects of reduced salivary flow ...