Research Publications: Recent submissions
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Antibacterial and anti‑inflammatory efficacy of n‑acetyl cysteine in endodontic treatment: A scoping review
(BMC, 2022)This scoping review systematically summarized the available evidence about the efficacy of N-acetyl cysteine (NAC) as an intracanal antibacterial and/or anti-inflammatory.PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and Google scholar ... -
Module evaluation for emergency remote teaching: An oral hygiene case study during the Covid-19 pandemic
(South African Medical Association, 2022)The COVID-19 pandemic resulted in the disruption of academic programmes globally, thereby compelling contact universities to adopt a reactionary mode of programme delivery.[1,2] South African (SA) universities were ... -
Managing vertical dimensions in patients with Amelogenesis Imperfecta: A case report
(Wiley Open Access, 2022)Amelogenesis imperfecta (AI) is a heterogeneous group of conditions character-ized by inherited developmental defects of enamel. Patients with AI often have progressive and severe loss of occlusal vertical ... -
The practicality of the use of liquid biopsy in early diagnosis and treatment monitoring of oral cancer in resource- limited settings
(MDPI, 2022)An important driving force for precision and individualized medicine is the provision of tailor-made care for patients on an individual basis, in accordance with best evidence practice. Liquid biopsy(LB) has emerged as ... -
comparison of aerosolized hydrogen peroxide fogging with a conventional disinfection product for a dental surgery
(PMID, 2020)The study aimed to determine the efficacy of adding a 12% hydrogen peroxide dry hydrogen peroxide vapor fogger system as an additional layer of infection control in a dental surgery. -
The application of the Cameriere’s methodologies for dental age estimation in a select KwaZulu-Natal population of South Africa
(MDPI, 2022)The estimation of an individual’s age is a fundamental component of forensic odontology. Literary reports found that the efficiency of Cameriere methodology for age estimation varied among many population groups. Therefore, ... -
The prevalence of human papillomavirus–positive oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma at one of the largest tertiary care centers in Sub-Saharan Africa
(College of American Pathologists, 2022)Limited data exist on the prevalence of human papillomavirus (HPV)-positive oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma in sub-Saharan Africa. OBJECTIVE.—: To determine the prevalence of HPV-positive oropharyngeal squamous cell ... -
Antimicrobial efficacy of silver nanoparticles against Candida albicans: A systematic review protocol
(Public Library of Science, 2021)Introduction Denture-induced stomatitis is one form of candidiasis. It is characterised as inflammation and erythema of the oral mucosa underneath the denture-bearing areas and clinically classified into three types according ... -
Oral manifestations of syphilis: Report of four cases
(MDPI, 2022)Syphilis is an infectious disease caused by Treponema pallidum. Syphilis can present with an array of oral manifestations at different stages of disease progression. This article reports on four cases of syphilis with ... -
How to develop IoT cloud e-health systems based on fiware: A lesson learnt
(MDPI AG, 2020)Nowadays, the penetration of sensors and actuators in different application fields is revolutionizing all aspects of our daily life. One of the major sectors that is taking advantage of such cutting-edge cheap smart ... -
Broad Spectrum Anti-Bacterial Activity and Non-Selective Toxicity of Gum Arabic Silver Nanoparticles
(MDPI, 2022-02-04)Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) are the most commercialized nanomaterials and presumed to be biocompatible based on the biological effects of the bulk material. However, their physico-chemical properties differ significantly ... -
Perceptions of academic staff about mentoring in a Faculty of Dentistry in a public university in South Africa
(Scielo, 2021-07)INTRODUCTION: Mentoring programs contribute to the development and retention of academics in dental education. OBJECTIVES: To describe the perceptions of academic staff of the Faculty of Dentistry, University of the Western ... -
Analyzing Complete Denture Occlusal Contacts: Accuracy and Reliability
(Quintessence Publishing, 2016-02)The aim of this study was to investigate the accuracy and reliability of interpreting occlusal markings made by articulating paper on complete dentures intraorally. Clinical teachers at a training hospital interpreted ... -
Surgical placement of implants – experiences, practices and opinions of South African Prosthodontists
(2012-04)It is generally accepted that dental implant-treatment is "restorative" driven: the virtual blueprint of a prosthesis determines the position and number of implants to be placed. Competent interdisciplinary team-work is ... -
Fracture resistance of endodontically treated premolars with fibre-reinforced composite restorations.
(Dennis Barber Ltd, 2011-03)This study investigated the fracture resistance and failure mode of endodontically treated premolars restored with a glass fibre-reinforced composite resin. Endodontically treated maxillary premolars were divided in 4 ... -
Stress patterns around distal angled implants in the all-on-four concept configuration
(Quintessence Publishing, 2009-08)Purpose: The All-on-Four concept advocates immediate loading and the placement of distal implants at an angle. The purpose of this study was to do a qualitative descriptive analysis of stress patterns around the distal ... -
Effect of an antifungal denture liner on the saliva yeast count in patients with denture stomatitis: a pilot study.
(Wiley, 2008-09)Although in vitro studies on the release of antifungal agents from tissue conditioners have been done, no in vivo research on the topic could be found. The purpose of this study was to determine the in vivo effect of an ... -
A comparison of the accuracy of two methods used by pre-doctoral students to measure vertical dimension
(Elsevier, 2004-01)Statement of problem. Measuring vertical dimension is a soft-tissue measurement. Therefore, inaccuracy may occur. Purpose. The purpose of this study is to compare the accuracy of the Willis gauge method with the ... -
Gelingualiseerde okklusie in die Suid-Afrikaanse konteks.
(2002)The search for the ideal artificial tooth arrangement that maximizes denture stability, comfort, aesthetics, and function has occupied the dental literature for many years and still continues to do so. Of the many occlusal ... -
Plant Extract-Synthesized Silver Nanoparticles for Application in Dental Therapy
(MDPI, 2022-02-08)Oral diseases are the most common non-communicable diseases in the world, with dental caries and periodontitis causing major health and social problems. These diseases can progress to systematic diseases and cause disfigurement ...