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Browsing Theses and Dissertations (Orthodontics) by Title
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Williams, Wayne Phillip
(University of Pretoria, 2007-01-05)
The use of sodium hypochlorite (NaOCI) as an endodontic irrigation solution is effective in eliminating microorganisms from the root canals of human teeth. The purpose of this in vitro study was to evaluate the antimicrobial ...
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Van den Berg, Johannes Jacobus
(University of Pretoria, 2014-11)
Recently, self-ligating brackets have gained popularity among clinicians
around the world (Pandis et al., 2010, Berger, 2008). A passive self-ligating
system utilizes a passive self-ligating slot, which is supposed to ...
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Monehi, Serufe Emily
(University of Pretoria, 2014)
Orthodontic attachments must be able to bond to a wide range of tooth and prosthetic surfaces. Despite the high prevalence of fluorosis in many parts of South Africa (Louw A, Chikte U 1997), only limited information is ...
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Coetzee, Cobus Emelius
(University of Pretoria, 2007-01-05)
Please read the abstract in the section 00front of this document
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Laher, Ashraf
(University of Pretoria, 2007-01-05)
Please read the abstract in the section 00front of this document
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Mogoregi, Pitso Fairbridge
(University of Pretoria, 2010)
Load deflection rate (LDR) refers to the amount of force produced per unit deflection. A buccal retractor on a removable orthodontic appliance is commonly used to retract an upper canine. The traditional unsupported 0.7mm ...
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Cucu, Marcel
(University of Pretoria, 2007-01-05)
Please read the abstract in the section 00front of this document
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Drummond, Robert John
(University of Pretoria, 2004-11-07)
The aim of this study was to evaluate the prevalence and severity of malocclusion and orthodontic treatment needs in a sample of 12-year-old South African school children using the Dental Aesthetic Index (DAI), and to ...
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Mzizana, Nondumiso Yvonne Helen
(University of Pretoria, 2010-08-26)
A well balanced and harmonious soft tissue profile is an important consideration in orthodontic diagnosis and treatment planning. The purpose of this study was to determine the soft tissue profile norms in Tswana subjects, ...
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Hattingh, Johannes
(University of Pretoria, 2004-11-07)
The aim of orthodontic treatment is to provide the patient with a good static and functional occlusion. During research that was conducted to complete a seminar on the static and functional aspects of occlusion, the author ...
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Dippenaar, Alfred Meyer
(University of Pretoria, 2005-03-02)
Inaccuracy in landmark identification is regarded as the most important source of error in cephalometry. Better definition of landmarks should therefore contribute to better clinical decisions and research validity. This ...