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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 ... -
Gender and race distribution of dental graduates (1985 - 2004) and first year dental students (2000 - 2005) in South Africa
(South African Dental Association, 2005)This paper, written at the close of a decade of democracy in South Africa, sets out to analyse the demographic profile of dental graduates from 1985-2004 at the five Faculties/Schools of Dentistry in South Africa. A ... -
‘Going virtual’: Innovative online faculty development during COVID‑19
(Health and Medical Publishing Group, 2021)In response to the national lockdown in South Africa due to the COVID‑19 pandemic, educational institutions adapted their programmes to meet the challenges of the disruption in teaching and learning. In line with this ... -
A green synthesis of zinc oxide nanoparticles using Musa paradisiaca and Rooibos extracts
(Elsevier, 2022)This study describes the single pot synthesis of zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs) using a mixture of Aspalathus linearis and Musa paradisiaca for use against the fungi Candida albicans. These nanoparticles are known to ... -
Guidelines for the selection of tooth whitening products amongst those available on the market
(South African Dental Association, 2013)Background: Several tooth whiteners are available on the market, and the ideal choice should be determined by ef ficacy and optimal clinical results. Objectives: The purpose of this study was to compare the reported ... -
Handling medical emergencies
(South African Dental Association, 2015)Medical emergencies can occur at any time in the dental surgery. Routine dental operations and procedures that generally cause no harm or distress to fit and normal patients may give rise to symptoms, alarming and of ... -
How do I comment ethically on the work of colleagues?
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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 ... -
The imaging characteristics of odontogenic myxoma and a comparison of three different imaging modalities
(Elsevier, 2013)OBJECTIVE. To report the imaging characteristics of odontogenic myxoma (OM) and compare the different imaging modalities used. STUDY DESIGN. The radiological images of 33OMcases were retrospectively analyzed. The radiographs ... -
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. ... -
Impact of removable partial dental prostheses on the oral health-related quality of life of a South African cohort with varied distributions of missing posterior teeth
(Wiley, 2017)PURPOSE: To determine the impact of removable partial dental prostheses on satisfying the daily functioning and quality of life (QoL) of adult patients with different distributions of missing posterior teeth. MATERIALS ... -
Impact of Removable Partial Dental Prostheses on the Oral Health-Related Quality of Life of a South African Cohort with Varied Distributions of Missing Posterior Teeth
(UWC, 2017)Purpose: To determine the impact of removable partial dental prostheses on satisfying the daily functioning and quality of life (QoL) of adult patients with different distributions of missing posterior teeth. Materials and ... -
Impacts of tooth loss on ohrqol in an adult population in Cape Town, South Africa
(MPDI, 2021)Background: Tooth loss is an important component of the global burden of oral disease, greatly reducing the quality of life of those affected. Tooth loss can also affect diet and subsequent incidences of lifestyle diseases, ... -
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 importance of communication between members of the dental team
(South African Dental Association (SADA), 2013)A patient, accompanied by the daughter with whom she lived, visited a dentist for extraction of her six remaining lower teeth. She had last been to the practice two years earlier, when two teeth were extracted without ... -
In vitro antimicrobial comparison of three commercially available chlorhexidine-based oral rinses
(South African Dental Association, 2016)INTRODUCTION: Commercially available chlorhexidine (CHX) formulations differ in their CHX concentrations (0.2% and 0.12%) as well as in various additives including alcohol, antimicrobials such as cetylpyridinium chloride ... -
In vivo spectrophotometric assessment of the tooth whitening effectiveness of Nite White 10% with amorphous calcium phosphate, potassium nitrate and fluoride, over a 6-month period
(Bentham Science Publishers, 2011)To clinically evaluate the effectiveness of Nite White 10% carbamide peroxide with amorphous calcium phosphate, potassium nitrate and fluoride over a 6-month follow-up period. Nite White was applied nightly for 14 days, ... -
In vivo study of aerosol droplets and splatter reduction in dentistry
(MDPI, 2021)Oral healthcare workers (OHCW) are exposed to pathogenic microorganisms during dental aerosol-generating procedures. Technologies aimed at the reduction of aerosol droplets and splatter are essential. This in vivo study ... -
The influence of horizontal glass fiber posts on fracture strength and fracture pattern of endodontically treated teeth: A systematic review and meta-analysis of in vitro studies
(Wiley, 2022)This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to summarize available evi-dence regarding the effect of horizontal glass fiber posts (HGFPs) on fracture strengthand fracture pattern of endodontically treated teeth (ETT) ...
