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An implant-supported auricular prosthesis: a team effort between two South African tertiary institutions
(South African Dental Association, 2002)
Primary osseo-integration with cranio facial implants is so reliable that it may be considered routine. Arcu ri ef nl.' reported that the use of titan ium endosseous screw implants proved to be a successful, predictable, ...
The influence of powder liquid ratio on the flexural strength of fibre reinforced acrylic resin material
(South African Dental Association, 2009)
Introduction: Often the powder liquid (P/L) ratio of polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) resins is changed to modify the handling properties of the material. While it is known that this may influ ence the mechanical properties ...
Effect of various tooth-whitening products on enamel microhardness
(South African Dental Association, 2009)
Objectives: The purpose was to evaluate the effect of various tooth-whitening products on the South African market, containing carbamide peroxide (CP) or hydrogen peroxide (HP), on enamel microhardness. Methods: Enamel ...
The impact of new complete dentures on oral health-related quality of life
(South African Dental Association, 2007)
OBJECTIVE: To investigate the relationship between complete dentures and oral health-related quality of life (OHRQol). METHOD: Seventy-six patients were conveniently selected from the waiting list for complete dentures. ...
Effect of four different Opalescence tooth-whitening products on enamel microhardness
(South African Dental Association, 2008)
OBJECTIVES: The purpose was to evaluate the effect of various Opalescence tooth-whitening products on enamel.
METHODS AND MATERIALS:
Enamel blocks were exposed to Opalescence PF 10% Carbamide Peroxide (n = 10), Opalescence ...
Aesthetic clasp design for removable partial dentures: A literature review
(South African Dental Association (SADA), 2005)
Removable partial dentures (RPD) are an effective and affordable treatment option
for partial edentulism. If the main reason
for seeking treatment is the need for
improved aesthetics, treatment should be
geared towards ...
The use of light-cured acrylic resin for custom trays by undergraduate dental students: A survey
(South African Dental Association (SADA), 2008)
This study aims to evaluate the acceptance of light-cured acrylic
resin for custom trays by dental students. A questionnaire addressing the use and handling
properties of both light-cured (Megatray, Megadent, Germany)
and ...
The effect of different reinforcements on the fracture toughness of materials for interim restorations
(Elsevier, 2008)
STATEMENT OF PROBLEM. Fracture of an interim fixed partial denture (FPD) may jeopardize the success of the interim prosthodontic treatment phase and cause patient discomfort.
PURPOSE. The purpose of this study was to ...
Mapping an appropriate health promotion approach for crèches in an informal settlement
(John Wiley & Sons Ltd, 2005)
People living in informal settlements in South Africa experience the double burden of poverty and ill health. Wallacedene, an informal settlement was highlighted in the media as being a socially and otherwise deprived ...
Oral health care for children attending a malnutrition clinic in South Africa
(John Wiley & Sons, Inc, 2007)
Most health problems dealt with at a primary care level have an oral health impact, making it vital for oral health services to find means to integrate with other facility-based programmes at primary health care (PHC) ...