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The neutral zone for mandibular complete dentures: A clinical trial
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)
Rehabilitation of edentulous jaws without the option of osseointegrating implants will remain the only treatment option within reach of many older patients for the foreseeable future. Many routine prosthodontic procedures ...
Evaluation of resin-based fissure sealants placed under field conditions
(University of the Western Cape, 2015)
BACKGROUND: The application of dental sealants is a recommended procedure to prevent and control dental caries. However, despite strong evidence for the safety and effectiveness of dental sealants, their use still remains ...
Dental fluorosis and parental knowledge of risk factors for dental fluorosis
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)
Introduction: Dental fluorosis is a developmental disturbance of enamel that results from ingestion of high amounts of fluoride during tooth mineralization. Drinking water remains the main source of fluoride. Other sources ...
Compliance of public dental clinics in the Umgungundlovu district with norms and standards in the Primary Health Care Package for South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)
BACKGROUND: The majority of South African citizens are dependent on the State Health Care system for their wellbeing. Dental services are part of this system. The first line of intervention for oral disease is the primary ...
Patient satisfaction with health services in a rural district hospital
(University of the Western Cape, 2015)
BACKGROUND: The concept of consumer satisfaction is gaining momentum across all business sectors worldwide. In keeping with this trend, health care systems are now also being reviewed to assess patient satisfaction with ...
The neutral zone for mandibular complete dentures : a clinical trial
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)
Rehabilitation of edentulous jaws without the option of osseointegrating implants will remain the only treatment option within reach of many older patients for the foreseeable future. Many routine prosthodontic procedures ...
Knowledge, attitude & practice of non-dental health care providers in relation to the oral manifestations of HIV/AIDS in Butha-Buthe district, Lesotho
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)
BACKGROUND: The scourge of HIV and AIDS on the people of Lesotho is a huge public health problem faced by the country’s Ministry of Health and in 2005 the national adult HIV prevalence rate was 23% (WHO, 2009). It is ...
A comparative analysis of traditional dental screening versus tele dentistry screening
(University of the Western Cape., 2016)
Background: Teledentistry is the use of information and communications technology (ICT) to provide oral health care services and enhance oral health care delivery to communities in geographically challenged areas. The ...
Dental fluorosis and parental knowledge of risk factors for dental fluorosis
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)
Introduction: Dental fluorosis is a developmental disturbance of enamel that results from ingestion of high amounts of fluoride during tooth mineralization. Drinking water remains the main source of fluoride. Other sources ...
Assessment of a framework for the allocation of primary dental services
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)
Background: Standardized and evidence-based resource allocation frameworks for timely provision of primary dental services may support equitable distribution of comprehensive dental care. However, such frameworks, which ...