Dental Procedures in SA have a set range of the rates you can expect to pay. There are many factors at play when you’re looking for the best dentist to fit your needs and pockets. It’s good to know what you are getting yourself into before agreeing to an appointment. The last thing anyone wants […]
Maintaining a healthy calcium level is essential. A massive 99% of your body’s calcium is in your bones and teeth. Before adulthood, your body requires a regular intake of calcium. It is constantly rebuilding and strengthening your bones. What is calcium? According to Medical News Today, it is a nutrient that all living organisms need. […]
Stress and anxiety contribute to chronic conditions. Usually, these conditions include high blood pressure, heart disease and diabetes. However, now it can also damage your dental health. There are a number of dental problems which have been linked to high levels of anxiety and stress. Clenching and grinding your teeth Bruxism describes someone who unconsciously […]
Healthy baby teeth are essential! Baby smiles with open-mouth gummy joy or one or two-tooth mirth are genuinely an uplifting sight to behold. Nobody can resist the charm of a friendly, happy baby! Cute as all the smiles are, as soon as your baby starts teething, it is time to take care of his or […]
Throughout the pandemic, we have been made to believe that COVID-19 mainly affected the lungs. However, according to reports, the virus is having an impact on oral health as well. Everyone reacts differently to the coronavirus. Some people lose their sense of taste and sense of smell (anosmia). Others experience sky-high fevers, difficulty breathing or […]
A dental appointment is something you’ll need to book at some point in your life. Having proper scheduling and planning incorporated into the running of a dental practice will make a world of difference in the service customers receive. Most companies run smoother with a structured, nowadays digital scheduling app to keep track of everything […]
Many Ayurveda, Chinese and other ancient medicines have been popularised in the last decade or so, and oil pulling is one of the favourites. Celebrities, influencers, and even some Western doctors have become more open to natural medicine possibilities – and the trends are fast catching on. Oil pulling is a technique to remove toxins […]
When a toothache strikes, it can wreck your day. Usually, toothache comes with infection, inflammation and a range of other symptoms such as a bad taste and smell in the mouth. Other symptoms include redness, swelling of the gums and mouth, sharp pain when you bite. Some people experience sensitive or tingly teeth and pain […]
A dental hygienist – also referred to as an oral hygienist – is a licensed dental professional, registered with a dental association or relevant regulatory body. According to Wikipedia, registered dental hygienists must have either an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited college or university, before completing clinical and written board examinations. In […]
When your teeth are in tip-top shape, you feel confident to face the world with a smile! Dentistry is continuously evolving to find new, more effective ways to repair people’s damaged teeth. Restoration techniques There are three ways of doing dental restoration; direct restoration, indirect restoration and dental bonding. One happens inside the mouth, while […]
