Make 2019 the year that you get your dental hygiene in order! Many people neglect their oral hygiene, thinking that they only need to visit the dentist when they have toothache or cavities! But oral care should be part of your daily routine. Recently, scientists linked oral hygiene to heart disease and several types of […]
Artificial Intelligence has been making breakthroughs in the health industry for many years and much of that development has been implemented in the field of dentistry. It has been projected by healthcare experts that many things will change in dentistry in the next few years, especially when it comes to how technology will be used […]
Many people believe that their medical aid will cover all aspects of their health needs, including their dental expenses. This is, however, not completely true. Yes, medical aid does offer some cover on certain basic procedures such as check-ups and cleanings, but the cover is quite limited and usually depletes faster than suits most families. […]
There is a definite misconception, especially among children, that going to the dentist is a scary ordeal. In fact, most people avoid going to the dentist at all, which means that once they do build up the courage to brave the dental chair, their oral hygiene is far worse than it would have been had […]
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 […]
Affinity Dental is one of the fastest growing dental insurance providers in South Africa. Dental insurance is an innovative new product that assists with the cost of dental work, and Affinity is one of the leading providers of this service, offering an extensive package to fit each pocket. What do most dental insurers provide? WebMD […]
While adult toothpaste is generally boring old mint flavour, children’s toothpaste always looks so enticing; especially when they are in fun flavours like strawberry and bubble-gum. Besides the flavour palette, many people are curious as to whether there really is a chemical difference between children and adult toothpastes, or whether it’s just a ploy to […]
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 […]