Thesis (M.S.)--University of Michigan, 1959.

Thesis (M.S.)--University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, 1972. / Typescript (photocopy). eContent provider-neutral record in process. Description based on print version record. Includes bibliographical references (leaves 54-56).

Thesis( Masters degree(Dental Technology))--Peninsula Technikon, Cape Town, 2003 / This study explored the oral pathological conditions and related normal aberrations found within an edentulous sample group of the Western Cape of South Africa. The initial literature review concentrated on similar epidemiological surveys from a national and international perspective, from which a research framework was formulated and then applied to the chosen sample size. Statistical analysis revealed the mean age of the sample group as 57,3 +1- 1 years and that the male, female ratio was 1:2.16. Results indicated that the percentage of healthy individuals were 78%. Normal aberrations such as mobile alveolar ridge (flabby ridge) (2,6%), oral mucosal pigmentation (1,9%), chronic cheek chewing (1 %), torus mandibularis and palatinus (0,5%) had the highest incidence. Twenty three percent exhibited some sort of oral pathological condition such as denture stomatitis (7%), ulcerations (5,2%), angular cheilitis (1,8%), white lesions (4,4%), and denture-related hyperplasia (1,9%) were the most prevalent. Systemic diseases were recorded in 38,2% of patients: hypertension (22,7%), heart disorders (6,6%), diabetes mellitus (6,5%) and asthma (4,4%) were the most common. Individuals that exhibited oral pathoses were found to be wearing older dentures than individuals who replace their dentures more regularly. No significant difference was found between the age of the denture and the age of the patient. The empirical investigation revealed that the number of prominent oral conditions was low for the Western Cape of South Africa and could perhaps be incorporated into an educational module for dental technologists. A better understanding of such oral pathological conditions may aid communication and patient service between the parties involved. The concept of a more collaborative approach between the dentist and the dental technologists was discussed. Reference is made to a community service model that focuses more specifically on the needs of the poorer edentulous individuals of the Western Cape.

AIM: This systematic review enumerated the criteria used to determine the survival and success of the rehabilitation of the immediately loaded completely edentulous maxilla with surgically guided implant placement and restoration via fixed prostheses. By identifying these variables, the authors of this review hope to propose a new set of criteria that addresses current expectations of success and facilitates a better comparison of rehabilitation protocols. MATERIALS AND METHODS: The electronic databases PubMed and ScienceDirect were searched for clinical studies of restoration of complete maxillary implant supported fixed dental prostheses. The analysis was confined to prospective studies with a minimum follow-up of 3 years and a minimum number of 10 patients published prior to June 24th, 2021. RESULTS: An initial total of 781 publications was screened from the database searches. After further screening by title and abstract using PRISMA protocol and defined inclusion/exclusion criteria, nine (9) articles were reviewed. Analysis for survival and success criteria resulted in the following: 1. It was difficult to define a conclusion from the selected articles since there was little uniformity as to study design and the criteria used to evaluate the data. 2. High implant and implant supported fixed prosthesis survival could be achieved in the short-term (less than 5 years) when at least 4 implants were placed. 3. The type of surgical guide used for implant placement did not affect the survival and success of implants and implant supported fixed prostheses. 4. Immediate loading of the prostheses did not affect the success and survival of implant and implant supported fixed prostheses. 5. Widely accepted and reproducible criteria should be established to facilitate a better comparison of future materials, rehabilitation protocols. 6. The author proposes the following: Proposed Success Criteria (Ramesh 2023) Successful (Optimal Health): 1. No pain or tenderness associated with function 2. 0 mobility 3. Radiographic bone loss of 20% or less of implant length from initial surgery 4. No bleeding on probing or exudate 5. <4 mild/moderate complications Satisfactory: 1. No pain associated with function 2. 0 mobility 3. Radiographic bone loss 20-40% of implant length 4. Peri-implant mucositis Compromised: 1. May have sensitivity associated with function 2. 0 mobility 3. Radiographic bone loss >40% of implant length 4. Peri-implantitis Failed (clinical or absolute failure): Any of the following: 1. Pain associated with function 2. Mobility 3. Uncontrolled exudate 4. No longer in mouth 5. Non-restorable *This criteria borrows concepts from the Pisa Consensus 200 7. The following list of considerations is necessary to include in all future implant study designs. Proposed necessary factors: 1. Standardized protocols a. Guide design b. Guide fabrication c. Defining conventional versus other methods 2. Maintenance intervals a. Recall with yearly data collection b. Maintenance visits (at least twice yearly) 3. Individual implant review findings 4. Consistent follow up (as previously defined on page 41) a. Must include all the necessary variables to determine implant success 5. Implant location a. Anterior: cuspids and forward b. Posterior: bicuspids and back 6. Implant details - brand, length, diameter 7. Prosthesis design and fabrication, dictated by existing or regenerated bone base

Magister Scientiae Dentium - MSc(Dent) / Three dental laboratories in the Cape Town Metropole that were known to fabricate “flexible” or NMCDs for dental practices were identified and were invited to participate in the study. Their participation consisted of emailing photographs of completed metal-frame, acrylic and flexible RPDs and their casts prior to sending them to the practices for delivery to patients. Specimens were collected until a total of 20 metal-frame, 20 acrylic resin and 20 flexible RPDs were received. A design was drawn for each submitted RPD. For each RPD, an “ideal” design was drawn, using the image of the cast. This was done by two observers, who are experienced members of staff in the Department of Restorative Dentistry (Prosthetics), independently. The designs from both observers were later compared for similarity. Where differences existed in the designs, these were resolved by means of discussion until agreement was reached. Each ideal design served as the control for each clinical design.The number of rests, their configuration, the type of support, number of clasps, the presence of indirect retention, cross-arch stabilization, the number of teeth whose periodontal tissues were covered by design components for each design among the different denture type groups, and corresponding control designs were identified and reported. The ratios of teeth replaced/teeth covered per denture type groups and per classification, and corresponding control designs were compared.

Diss. (sammanfattning) Göteborg : Göteborgs universitet, 2007. / Härtill 5 uppsatser och 1 appendix.

Thesis (M.S.)--University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, 1974. / Typescript (photocopy). Includes bibliographical references (leaves 34-36). Also issued in print.

Thesis (M.S.)--University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, 1978. / Typescript (photocopy). Includes bibliographical references (leaves 36-38). Also issued in print.

Thesis (M.S.)--University of Michigan, 1976.

Thesis (doctoral)--Katholieke Universiteit te Nijmegen, 1988. / Includes bibliographical references (p. 177-183).