Browsing Magister Chirurgiae Dentium - MChD (Orthodontics) by Title
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Efficacy of enamel sealants in preventing demineralisation
(University of the Western Cape, 2008)To compare the efficacy of two fluoride containing materials, namely, FluorSure and Duraphat, in protecting the enamel around and underneath the orthodontic brackets against decalcification. -
Evaluation of sterilising methods for re-implantation of orthodontic mini-implants
(The University of the Western Cape, 2017)Re-implantation of mini-implants would be financially advantageous in orthodontics and could encourage an increase in use of these devices. An analysis of the bacterial contamination after different sterilising methods has ... -
Evaluation of the friction generated by self-ligating and conventional bracket-systems in various bracket-archwire combinations: An in vitro study
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)The aim of the study is to compare the frictional resistance generated between two types of self-ligating brackets; Smart-Clip Metal SL (3M Unitek) and Damon Clear SL (Ormco), with conventional stainless steel brackets, ... -
Incidence, trends of prevalence and pathological spectrum of head and neck lymphomas at national health laboratory services- Tygerberg
(University of the Western Cape, 2007)MChD (Oral Pathology) minithesis, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Western Cape Among malignant lesions, lymphoma ranks second only to squamous cell carcinoma in frequency ... -
An oral health-related quality of life assessment of cleft patients at the Wentworth Foundation Clinic (Kwazulu-Natal)
(University of the Western Cape, 2020)An analysis of the oral health related quality of life (OHRQoL) of patients with orofacial clefts at the Wentworth Foundation in Durban, KZN is presented. Objectives: To assess whether the OHRQoL of orofacial cleft patients ... -
Perception of occlusal appearance among schoolchildren in Limpopo Province
(University of Western Cape, 2011)The aim of this study is to determine the perceptions of different occlusal appearance observed by schoolchildren aged 13 -16yrs in the Capricorn District of Limpopo Province in South Africa. The study determined ... -
The prevalence of occlusal traits in a selected Western Cape population
(University of the Western Cape, 1993)state funded programmes are essential to provide a treatment for the dentally handicapped. To address this need a study was undertaken under the auspices of the Orthodontic Department of the University of the Western Cape ... -
A radiographic comparison of the proclination of mandibular incisors between Class II extraction and non-extraction cases using the Damon® self-ligating system
(University of Western Cape, 2021)The stable position of the mandibular incisors, and the extent to which their spatial position may be changed in the sagittal plane, represents a key point in determining orthodontic treatment goals and objectives. According ... -
Research related to Pathoses of the oral mucosa in South Africa (1964 - 1995)
(University of the Western Cape, 1995)Investigations of pathoses of the oral cavity encompass a relatively wide spectrum of diseases, abnormalities, tumours and tumour-like conditions affecting and occurring in the dental hard tissues and supportive structures, ... -
A retrospective study comparing the Holdaway and Ricketts Visual Treatment Objectives (VTOs) to orthodontic treatment outcomes
(The University of the Western Cape, 2017)Traditionally orthodontic treatment planning was predominantly based on the dental occlusion without too much emphasis on and consideration for facial proportions and aesthetics. Predicting treatment outcomes has always ... -
The soft-tissue profile preferences of a group of lay persons and professionals
(University of the Western Cape, 2008)Although facial aesthetics has always been a part of orthodontic diagnosis and treatment planning, the criteria for facial evaluation have been somewhat arbitrary. They are often based on parameters from the field of art ... -
The prevalence of occlusal traits in a Western Cape population
(University of Stellenbosch, 1988)At the University of the Western Cape there has been a rapid increase in the number of patients requesting orthodontic therapy. The Extent of the problem in this area is not known as no studies have been undertaken in this ... -
Trends in skeletal maturation patterns in a Western Cape sample
(University of the Western Cape, 1987)Skeletal age assessment is not only an important aspect in orthodontic treatment planning, but is also widely used in forensic medicine and physi cal anthropology. Vari aus studi es have shown that chronological age may ... -
Trends in skeletal maturation patterns in a Western Cape sample
(University of the Western Cape, 1987)Skeletal age assessment is not only an important aspect in orthodontic treatment planning, but is also widely used in forensic medicine and physi cal anthropology. Vari aus studi es have shown that chronological age may ...