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Browsing 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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Moshaoa, Mpule Annah Lerato; Taunyane, Keitumetse; Hlongwa, Phumzile
(AOSIS, 2023-12-20)
BACKGROUND : Good record-keeping is fundamental in clinical practice and essential for
practising dental practitioners and those in training.
AIM : This study aimed to evaluate the level of compliance with clinical ...
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Choma, Ntwampe M.; Madiba, Thomas Khomotjo; Sethusa, Peter M.S.
(South African Dental Association, 2022-06)
BACKGROUND : Patients seek orthodontic treatment mainly to improve their facial aesthetics and obtain an acceptable smile. It is purported that orthodontic extraction treatment may result in narrow buccal corridors which ...
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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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Nel, W.R.; Dawjee, Salahuddien M.
(South African Dental Association, 2012-09)
It behoves an orthodontist to regard patients seeking treatment for malocclusion as valued customers who should remain satisfied clients. However, without patient cooperation, few medical or dental therapies, including ...
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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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Omar, Shazia; Dawjee, Salahuddien M.
(South African Dental Association, 2018)
Small areas of demineralised enamel, commonly referred to as white spot lesions (WSLs), constitute an important clinical problem in Orthodontics following treatment with fixed appliances. They are the result of an imbalance ...
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Ghabrial, Emad; Wiltshire, William; Zietsman, Seugnet; Viljoen, Ella
(South African Dental Association, 1998-08)
This survey was undertaken to determine the occlusal status of a selected group of urban Zambian Black 9-12 year old children at 5 different schools in the same geographical area in order to determine their need for ...
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Choonara, S.A.
(South African Dental Association, 2008-08)
No abstract available.
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Nzabonimana, Emmanuel; Malele-Kolisa, Yolanda; Hlongwa, Phumzile
(Dove Medical Press, 2024-09)
BACKGROUND : Mobile technology health application (mobile Apps) can assist people manage their health and wellness, encourage healthy lifestyles, and provide valuable information whenever necessary.
OBJECTIVE : This study ...
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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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Hlongwa, Phumzile; Moshaoa, Mpule Annah Lerato; Musemwa, Charity; Khammissa, Razia Abdool Gafaar
(MDPI, 2023-02)
Panoramic radiography is frequently performed for new patients, follow-ups and treatment
in progress. This enables dental clinicians to detect pathology, view important structures, and assess
developing teeth. The objective ...
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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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Dawjee, Salahuddien M.; Dawjee, M.M.
(South African Dental Association, 2019-04)
Clefting of the lip and palate is one of the most common congenital malformations encountered worldwide. It affects about 1 to 1.6 per 1000 live births and is more common in males than in female, occurring more frequently ...
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Dawjee, Salahuddien M.; Becker, Piet J.; Hlongwa, P.
(South African Dental Association, 2010-10)
Successful orthodontic treatment is based on a clear perception by the clinician of a patient’s facial preference and treatment
needs. Bimaxillary protrusion is a normal facial trait seen in the Black population and the ...
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Carim, R.; Mahomed, F.; Ngwenya, S.; Rokhotso, E.
(South African Dental Association, 2015-06)
Keratocystic odontogenic tumour (KCOT) is of clinical importance
because of its pronounced tendency to recur.
Among the factors that complicate KCOT management
are its protean radiological presentations. KCOT ...
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Dawjee, Salahuddien M.; Julyan, J.C.; Krunauw, J.C.
(South African Dental Association, 2014-03)
INTRODUCTION: Lip tape therapy or lip taping is a widely
used tissue approximation technique in cleft lip babies. Various
tapes have been tested and used worldwide. Allergic
reactions and skin irritation are the most ...
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Weber, J.H.; Botha, Piet; Dawjee, Salahuddien M.
(South African Dental Association, 2019-11)
INTRODUCTION : The MARA (Mandibular Anterior Repositioning Appliance) is a fixed functional appliance used in the treatment of mandibular deficiencies.
AIMS AND OBJECTIVES : To demonstrate the clinical capabilities, ...