• A micro-computed tomographic evaluation of maxillary first molar accessory root canal morphology in a Black South African subpopulation 

  Jonker, Casper Hendrik; Van der Vyver, Peet J.; Lambourn, Guy; Oettle, Anna Catherina (Nihon University School of Dentistry, 2024-09)

  PURPOSE : The aim of this study was to investigate the accessory root canal morphology of maxillary first molars in a Black South African subpopulation. METHODS : Micro-computed tomography was used to investigate 101 ...
• A comparison of preparation times between manual, rotary, and reciprocating files in primary molar pulpectomy 

  Middleton, Ilana; Vorster, Martin; Van der Vyver, Peet J. (Wolters Kluwer Medknow, 2024-01)

  AIM : To compare preparation times using manual, rotary, and reciprocating files during pulpectomy treatment of primary molars. SETTINGS AND DESIGN : This study was an in vitro, randomised, cross-sectional ...
• Resolution of apical periodontitis-induced mental nerve paresthesia through nonsurgical endodontic retreatment : a case report 

  Buchanan, Glynn Dale; Smit, Chane; Gamieldien, Mohamed Yasin; ElSheshtawy, Ahmed S. (Elsevier, 2023-07)

  Paresthesia is a potential consequence of unsuccessful root canal treatment. Persistent infection resulting in apical periodontitis may enlarge sufficiently to involve the mental neurovascular bundle. The case presented ...
• Assessment of the prevalence of radix entomolaris and distolingual canal in mandibular first molars in 15 countries : a multinational cross-sectional study with meta-analysis 

  Hatipoglu, Fatma Pertek; Magat, Guldane; Hatipoglu, Omer; Al-khatib, Hanan; Elatrash, Anas S.; Abidin, Imran Zainal; Kulczyk, Tomasz; Alkhawas, Bellah Ahmed Mohamed; Buchanan, Glynn Dale; Kopbayeva, Maira; Surendar, Sugumaran; Javed, Muhammad Qasim; Madfa, Ahmed A.; Burklein, Sebastian; Mimica, Sarah; Bhatti, Usman Anwer; Maratovna, Tulegenova Indira; Palma, Paulo J.; Martins, Joao Filipe Brochado (Elsevier, 2023-10)

  AIM : The aim of this study was two-folded: i) to assess the prevalence of Distolingual Canal (DLC) and Radix Entomolaris (RE) in Mandibular First Molars (M1Ms), using Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) images and ii) ...
• A micro-computed tomographic evaluation of maxillary first molar root canal morphology in Black South Africans 

  Jonker, Casper H.; L'Abbe, Ericka Noelle; Van der Vyver, Petrus Jacobus; Zahra, Daniel; Oettlé, Anna C. (Nihon University School of Dentistry, 2024-07)

  PURPOSE : This study was conducted to investigate the root canal anatomy of maxillary first molars in Black South Africans. METHODS : Micro-computed tomography was used to investigate 101 maxillary first molars (53 teeth ...
• In vitro comparison of the physical and mechanical properties of an ormocer with an ormocer-based composite and a nanocomposite restorative material 

  Jansen van Rensburg, Karien; Kritzinger, Dorette; Arnold, Samantha; Buchanan, Glynn Dale (Wiley, 2023-10)

  OBJECTIVES : To compare an ormocer with a first generation ormocer‐based composite and a nanocomposite in terms of surface roughness, surface hardness, and microleakage. MATERIALS AND METHODS : An ormocer (Admira Fusion), ...
• Apexification of dens evaginatus in a mandibular premolar : a case report 

  Van der Vyver, Petrus Jacobus; Vorster, Martin; Buchanan, Glynn Dale (Wiley, 2023-05)

  Dens evaginatus (DE) is an uncommon anomaly affecting mandibular premolars, frequently requiring endodontic intervention. This report documents the treatment of an immature mandibular premolar presenting with DE. Early ...
• Management of a permanent lateral incisor with a talon cusp and immature apex : a case report 

  Van der Vyver, Petrus Jacobus; Potgieter, Nicoline; Vorster, Martin (Wiley, 2024-01)

  This case report focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of a maxillary lateral incisor affected by a talon cusp, a rare developmental dental anomaly. The case presented with irreversible pulpitis and an immature apex. ...
• Investigation of mandibular second molar root and canal morphology in a Black South African population using cone-beam computed tomography and two classification systems 

  Buchanan, Glynn Dale; Gamieldien, Mohamed Yasin; Fabris-Rotelli, Inger Nicolette; Van Schoor, Albert-Neels; Uys, Andre (Nihon University School of Dentistry, 2023)

  PURPOSE : To investigate the root and canal morphology of mandibular second molars, including anatomical variations, in a Black South African population using two classification systems. METHODS : Cone-beam computed ...
• Errors in clinical diagnosis : a narrative review 

  Vally, Zunaid Ismail; Khammissa, Razia Abdool Gafaar; Feller, Gal; Ballyram, Raoul; Beetge, Mia-Michaela; Feller, Liviu (Sage, 2023-08)

  Diagnostic errors are often caused by cognitive biases and sometimes by other cognitive errors, which are driven by factors specific to clinicians, patients, diseases, and health care systems. An experienced clinician ...
• The effect of different access cavity designs in combination with WaveOne Gold and TruNatomy instrumentation on remaining dentin thickness and volume 

  Vorster, Martin; Van der Vyver, Petrus Jacobus; Markou, George (Elsevier, 2023-01)

  INTRODUCTION : The purpose of this study was to evaluate and compare 2 different access cavity designs in combination with 2 popular single-file preparation systems to see which combination preserves dentin, more specifically ...
• A cone-beam computed tomography study of canalis sinuosus and its accessory canals in a South African population 

  Beckenstrater, Michael A.; Gamieldien, Mohamed Yasin; Smit, Chane; Buchanan, Glynn Dale (Springer, 2024)

  OBJECTIVES : Canalis sinuosus (CS) is a clinically relevant structure in the anterior maxilla. The present study aimed to determine the prevalence and distribution of CS and its accessory canals (ACs) in the South African ...
• Race in health research : considerations for researchers and research ethics committees 

  Van Staden, Werdie; Nienaber, A.; Rossouw, T.; Turner, A.C. (Astrid); Filmalter, Cecilia Jacoba; Nel, Jan Gert; Bapela, S.; Beetge, Mia-Michaela; Blumenthal, Ryan; Castelyn, Camille De Villebois; De Witt-Jordaan, T.W. (Wilma); Dlagnekova, Antonia; Kotze, Carla; Mangwane, S.; Napoles, Lizeka; Somers, R.; Sykes, Leanne M.; Van Zyl, W.B.; Venter, Marietjie; Uys, Andre; Warren, Nichola (South African Medical Association, 2023-04)

  This article provides ethical guidance on using race in health research as a variable or in defining the study population. To this end, a plain, non-exhaustive checklist is provided for researchers and research ethics ...
• An in vitro, SEM and micro-CT comparison of dentinal tubule penetration and void formation by four bioceramic sealers in premolars 

  Shabalala, Lotive (University of Pretoria, 2023)

  Introduction: Bioceramic sealers are receiving substantial attention because of their favourable physicobiological properties. Studies have shown that the use of materials containing calcium-silicates results in the formation ...
• A study of mandibular premolar root and canal morphology in a Black South African population using cone-beam computed tomography and two classification systems 

  Buchanan, Glynn Dale; Gamieldien, Mohamed Yasin; Fabris-Rotelli, Inger Nicolette; Van Schoor, Albert-Neels; Uys, Andre (Nihon University School of Dentistry, 2022)

  PURPOSE : An investigation of the configurations of mandibular premolar roots and canals in a population of Black South Africans. METHODS : Cone-beam computed tomography analysis of 772 mandibular premolars was performed, ...
• Root and canal morphology of the permanent anterior dentition in a Black South African population using cone-beam computed tomography and two classification systems 

  Buchanan, Glynn Dale; Gamieldien, Mohamed Yasin; Fabris-Rotelli, Inger Nicolette; Van Schoor, Albert-Neels; Uys, Andre (Nihon University School of Dentistry, 2022-10)

  PURPOSE : This study investigated the root and canal morphology of the permanent anterior dentition in a Black South African population. METHODS : In total 2,343 permanent anterior teeth were evaluated using cone-beam ...
• The effect of different molar access cavity designs on root canal shaping times using rotation and reciprocation instruments in mandibular first molars 

  Vorster, Martin; Van der Vyver, Petrus Jacobus; Markou, George (Elsevier, 2022-07)

  INTRODUCTION : The aim was to compare the glide path and final preparation times of WaveOne Gold and TruNatomy in conjunction with two different endodontic access cavity designs in extracted human molar teeth. METHODS : ...
• Comparing obturation quality and preparation times of different pulpectomy preparation techniques in primary molars – an In vitro study 

  Middleton, Ilana (University of Pretoria, 2023)

  The purpose of this in vitro study was to evaluate and compare obturation quality and preparation times after root canal shaping between manual, rotary and reciprocating files during pulpectomy treatment in primary molars. ...
• Effect of different endodontic access cavity designs in combination with WaveOne Gold and TruNatomy on the fracture resistance of mandibular first molars : a nonlinear finite element analysis 

  Vorster, Martin; Gravett, Dewald Zane; Van der Vyver, Petrus Jacobus; Markou, George (Elsevier, 2023-05)

  INTRODUCTION : This study evaluated the effect of traditional and conservative endodontic access cavity designs in combination with WaveOne Gold and TruNatomy instrumentation systems on the fracture resistance of mandibular ...
• Root and canal morphology of maxillary second molars in a Black South African subpopulation using cone-beam computed tomography and two classifications 

  Buchanan, Glynn Dale; Gamieldien, Mohamed Yasin; Fabris-Rotelli, Inger Nicolette; Van Schoor, Albert-Neels; Uys, Andre (Wiley, 2023-09)

  This study investigated the root and canal morphology of maxillary second molars in a Black South African population using high-resolution cone-beam computed tomography. In total, 386 maxillary second molar teeth were ...

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