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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 ...
Oral healthcare of the patient receiving chemotherapy and/or marrow transplant
(University of the Western Cape, 1996)
Between September 1992 and August 1995, all patients with haematological malignancies who
were treated as in-patients in the Haematology Unit at Groote Schuur Hospital received a twice
weekly, oral and perioral examination. ...
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 ...
The prevalence of oral symptoms and perceived needs of HIV positive persons in Cape Town, South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 1996)
The Human Immunodeficient Virus (HIV) is escalating in South Africa at an alarming rate. The impact of HIV today and in the future could have grave consequences for the South African population as it affects adults in their ...
Oral health care of the patient receiving Chemotherapy and/or bone marrow transplantation
(University of the Western Cape, 1996)
Between September 1992 and August 1995, all patients with haematological malignancies who were treated as in-patients in the Haematology Unit at Groote Schuur Hospital received a twice weekly, oral and perioral examination. ...