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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 ...
The effects of diferent reinforcements on the fracture toughness of provisional restorative materials
(University of the Western Cape, 2006)
One of the most critical aspects of successful crown and bridgework is temporary restorations. Failure of temporary restoratins often affects the patient's confidence and mau result in unscheduled appointments for repair. ...
Dentine permeability and cytotoxicity of a dentine bonding agent
(University of the Western Cape, 2006)
The objectives of this study were to create an in vitro situation which closest resembled the clinical situation by inclusion of human dentine discs at a specified anatomic location as barrier and evaluating if comparable ...
Chewing gum therapy in third molar surgery
(University of the Western Cape, 2006)
The aim of this study was to determine how effective a chewing gum regime is in treating the common minor complaints of third molar surgery. The efficacy of a six-day chewing gum regimen in reducing pain, swelling and ...
The association between periodontitis and end-stage renal disease
(University of the Western Cape, 2006)
Patients who are in end-stage renal disease (ESRD) experience a significantly increased rate of atherosclerotic complications. Inflammation plays a central role in the pathogenesis of these complications. The major acute ...
Assessment of tooth movement in the maxilla during orthodontic treatment using digital recording of orthodontic study model surface contours
(University of the Western Cape, 2006)
The aim of this project was to measure changes in dimension of the first three primary rugae and to evaluate tooth movement in the maxilla during orthodontic treatment in patients treated with and without premolar extractions.
Photoelastic stress patterns produced by the angled distal implants in the All-on-Four concept
(University of the Western Cape, 2006)
The purpose of this study was to investigate the stress produced around the angled distal implants under simulated occlusal loading in the All-on-Fourª concept by means of two-dimensional photoelastic stress models.
Do complete dentures improve the quality of life of patients?
(University of the Western Cape, 2006)
Few studies have documented the impact of complete dentures on patients’ oral health-related quality of life. Objectives: The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between gender, age, socioeconomic ...
The prevalence of early childhood caries in the Southern Cape Karoo region
(University of the Western Cape, 2006)
Dental caries is a huge problem among the previously disadvantaged population. Early childhood caries is a problem with infants. This thesis contained information concerning the parents knowledge about their children's ...
Comparison of an essential oil mouth rinse and chlorhexidine on 4-day interproximal plaque regrowth
(University of the Western Cape, 2006)
Dental plaque is the most important etiological factor of periodontal diseases. Mechanical plaque control is the most effective way in preventing periodontal diseases. Chemical plaque control methods (such as mouthrinses) ...