Major factors in dentistry are the type of anaesthetic used and how it is administered. Notorious for inflicting pain, dentists are usually very unpopular, especially with children. This has prompted dental technology to manufacture non-invasive alternatives to numb patients, before surgeries and other seemingly unpleasant procedures. Generally, before extracting a tooth, or performing root canal […]
If you have ever lost a permanent tooth, especially in the front of your mouth, you may have considered an implant at some point. There are many alternatives to replacing a tooth, or filling a large gap between one’s teeth. Dental implants has been one of the more popular options. But what is a dental […]
Of the few Dental Insurance Providers on the market in South Africa these days, there are some who offer ‘specialised dentistry’ cover in their dentistry plans. Firstly, what is basic dentistry? This is also referred to as conservative dentistry, which is the straightforward diagnosis, prevention and treatment of tooth and gum diseases. Basic dentistry also […]
Root canal surgery is one of the most well-known, and yet the most unpopular dental procedures amongst patients. Many people associate the procedure with intense pain, whether they have had the procedure done to them or not. It is safe to assume that almost everyone has heard a horror story of a friend of a […]