Browsing Magister Scientiae Dentium - MSc(Dent) (Prosthodontics) by Issue Date
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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. ... -
Disinfection procedures: effects on the dimensional accuracy of Gypsum casts
(University of the Western Cape, 2007)The aim of the study was to assess the dimensional accuracy of Gypsum models following chemical disinfection of the impressions and to compare it with the accuracy of gypsum models exposed to microwave irradiation disinfection. ... -
The efficacy of rotary and manual instruments in root canal debridement
(2009)It has been shown that the use of both manual and rotary instruments result in the formation of a smear layer and debris during root canal treatment. The amount that is formed depends on the type of instrumentation used ... -
The reliability and validity of the facial anthropological device
(2010)It is generally agreed that the most troublesome procedure during the fabrication of complete dentures is the measurement of the Vertical Dimension at rest. The aim of this study was to test the reliability and validity ... -
Interceptive orthodontic treatment need among children attending dental clinics in the Tygerberg sub-district
(2013)Background In the Western-Cape province, orthodontic treatment provided to government patients is limited to tertiary hospitals such as the Tygerberg Oral Health Centre (TOHC). This results in growing waiting lists which ... -
Complete denture occlusion: intra and inter observer analysis
(University of Western Cape, 2014)Aim: The aim of this study was to investigate the accuracy, intra- and inter-observer reliability of identifying occlusal markings made by articulating paper on complete dentures intra-orally. Methods: A series of ... -
Efficacy of Low-Level Laser Therapy In Treatment of Temporomandibular Myalgia: A Randomized Controlled trial.
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)Background: Objective: The objective of the study was to compare pain and functional limitation of temporomandibular myalgia patients, before and after low-level-laser treatment (LLLT). Methods: This was a prospective, ...
