Browsing Faculty of Dentistry by Author "Peck, M. Thabit"
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The antimicrobial activity of four herbal based toothpastes against specific primary plaque colonizers
Peck, M. Thabit (University of the Western Cape, 2007)Aim: To determine whether there was any significant difference in the antimicrobial activity of 4 herbal toothpastes against cultures of 3 primary plaque colonizers (Streptococcus mutans, Streptococcus sanguinis and a ... -
The antimicrobial efficacy of three chlorhexidine mouth rinses: an in-vitro analysis
Abdalrahman, Basheer Mohamed (University of the Western Cape, 2014)Different chlorhexidine (CHX) preparations and formulations are available in local markets. Some preparations contain anti-discoloration systems (ADS), additional antimicrobials like cetylpyridinium chloride (CPC), or ... -
Comparison of retentive properties of two attachment systems in mandibular overdentures - an in vitro study
Satti, Asim Alsadig (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. -
The effect of storage time on the platelet concentration of Choukroun's platelet rich fibrin (PRF)
Peck, M. Thabit (University of the Western Cape, 2011)Wound healing is a complex process characterised by the repair and reconstitution of lost or damaged tissue. By the mid 1990s, several methods were proposed to enhance wound healing of surgical sites by introducing high ... -
A radiographic analysis of the anterior palate as a donor site for bone harvesting
Abofatira, Mohamed Farag (University of the Western Cape, 2015)Autologous bone grafting in conjunction with dental implant therapy is a well-accepted procedure in oral and maxillofacial rehabilitation. A variety of intraoral donor sites, such as the mandibular symphysis, the mandibular ...