Browsing Magister Scientiae Dentium - MSc(Dent) (Restorative Dentistry) by Title
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Ability of 5th year Students to Detect Early Interproximal Caries
(2021)Objective: The objectives of this study were to evaluate the diagnostic capability of 5th year students using digital imaging, conventional bitewing radiographs (BW), printed film on paper and to compare the results with ... -
Accuracy in reproduction of bounded edentulous saddle areas using different cast fabrication methods: A comparison
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)A common patient-request when presenting to restorative clinicians is replacement of missing teeth either by means of a fixed partial denture (FPD) or a removable partial denture (RPD). For decades, dental casts have been ... -
An in-vitro evaluation of the physical properties of a new bulk-fill composite
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)Dental composite is a synthetic resin that is used as a tooth coloured restorative material in dentistry. It became the material of choice in the dental field due to its superiority in strength and aesthetics (Garcia et ... -
An in-vitro study of a modified bioactive orthodontic cement
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)Introduction: Demineralization of the enamel surface adjacent to bonded orthodontic brackets during treatment is an ongoing drawback, especially when manifested as white spot lesions. Enamel demineralization is initiated ... -
Analysis of coronal discoloration from commonly used obturation materials
(University of the Western Cape, 2007)The objective of this study was to assess coronal discoloration due to four commonly used endodontic sealers with gutta-percha, using spectrophotometric analysis. Extracted human teeth were obturated with the experimental ... -
Antifungal and cytotoxic potential of green synthesized silver nanoparticles
(University of Western Cape, 2021)The rate at which the population is ageing is much faster than in the past. An increase in age results in an increase in oral diseases. One of the most common types of oral diseases in the elderly are fungal infections ... -
Antifungal and mechanical properties of tissue conditioner containing plantderived component: an in vitro study
(University of the Western Cape, 2023)This study investigated the use of alternate material, their associated risks when placed within the removable dental prostheses. Denture stomatitis is a multifactorial condition affecting up to 70% of denture wearers, ... -
Clinical evaluation of shade improvement after in-office vital bleaching
(University of the Western Cape, 2010)Tooth discoloration has increased the demand by patients to pursue aesthetic treatment options. Bleaching is considered a conservative approach in performing an aesthetic treatment for discolored teeth; however colour ... -
Clinical evaluation of shade improvement after in-office vital bleaching
(University of the Western Cape, 2010)Tooth discoloration has increased the demand by patients to pursue aesthetic treatment options. Bleaching is considered a conservative approach in performing an aesthetic treatment for discolored teeth; however colour ... -
A Clinical Study to Determine the Factors That May Influence Results in Non-Surgical Endodontic Retreatments
(University of the Western Cape, 2010)When faced with a failing or failed root treatment, the dentist must decide whether the tooth can be retreated and saved or extracted. The dentist's decision to retreat is often based on the x-ray presenting a failing root ... -
Colour comparison of two composite materials to natural tooth structure: an in vitro study
(University of the Western Cape, 2013)This in vitro study compares the ability of two composite materials Filtek Supreme XTE™ (3M, ESPE) and CeramX™ Duo (Dentsply) against extracted tooth structure using the modern two layering concept. Fifty six extracted ... -
The colour stability of various glass ionomer cements
(University of the Western Cape, 2019)Introduction: Together with bonding to both enamel and dentine, an ideal restorative material would display physical properties similar to that of natural tooth tissue and would not be prone to degradation as a result of ... -
A comparative study to evaluate patient satisfaction with conventional dentures and implant retained overdentures
(University of the Western Cape, 2006)The edentulous jaw is a common feature in elderly patients that had lost their teeth during life due to local reasons such as poor oral hygiene and dental caries as well as periodontal disease. Hence these patients are the ... -
Comparison between immediate and conventional implant loading for fixed and removable prosthesis
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)Literature states that different loading systems have been explored; and are used depending on the clinical situation. The success with each of these systems also differs with regards to quality of bone, the length and ... -
Comparison of retentive properties of two attachment systems in mandibular overdentures - an in vitro study
(2013)Aim: The aim of this study is to test and compare the retentive properties of two types of attachments i.e. Locator® and OT equator in a mandibular overdenture placed over 2 implants. -
Comparison of time taken and breakage of six different endodontic systems to prepare molar teeth
(University of the Western Cape, 2006)The purpose of this study was to determine duration time, breakage and apical displacement, whilst using six different endodontic filing systems to prepare molar teeth. A total of 96 molar teeth were used in the study, ... -
Current prevalence and preferences for immediate loading of fixed completearch implant-supported prostheses: A survey among South African Prosthodontists
(University of Western Cape, 2021)Edentulism negatively impacts patients quality of life. A fixed complete-arch implant-supported prosthesis is proven to restore function and aesthetics and is associated with high patient satisfaction. An immediate ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
Do patients' expectations influence their satisfaction with complete dentures?
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)Background: Most edentulous patients have expectations regarding complete dentures that are not only dependant on past experiences but also the information they received from others. These expectations may impact on the ...
