The COVID-19 pandemic has affected the population in a multitude of different ways. While sometimes it feels like the world has come to a complete standstill, your children’s dental health should still be a top priority. Your Child’s Dental Health During COVID-19 The COVID-19 pandemic has been a stressful time for everyone, and your children […]
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Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) is commonly used to treat cavities (caries) and prevent them from spreading and growing. This treatment is often used as an alternative to drilling, and is great for anyone who may feel uncomfortable with invasive dental instruments. As popular as SDF is, not many people know much about its uses, and
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By ADA American Dental Association Nutrition tips for pregnancy Did you know that a baby’s teeth begin to develop between the third and sixth months of pregnancy? That’s why making smart food choices now can help set your child up to be Mouth Healthy for Life. During your pregnancy a sufficient quantity of nutrients—especially vitamins
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Nutrition and dental health are exceptionally important factors in your child’s overall wellbeing. While the right toothbrush, correct brushing technique and daily flossing are vital in a child’s oral care routine, healthy eating habits also play an essential role. Here at Wiggly Teeth, specialised children dental practitioners in Pretoria, we are passionate about encouraging positive
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“The only constant is change” – Heraclitus of Ephesus. Becoming a parent comes with a lifetime of changes and unexpected twists. The little human that’s in your care is on a continuous growth journey and they’ll need you to understand the discomfort it comes with often. Ask any parent about the terrible twos and they’ll
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Once your child has their baby teeth, that can only mean one thing – it’s time to start going to the dentist! While many people have a dislike or fear of dentists stemming from unpleasant experiences, taking care of your teeth is an important habit to teach your children. There’s really no need to be
What It Is General anaesthesia (GA) is a controlled, reversible state of unconsciousness used to perform dental procedures on children who are extremely anxious, have special needs, or require extensive dental work. During GA, the child is fully asleep and unaware, which allows the dentist to complete a wide range of procedures in a single
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A dental filling or restoration is a restorative material that’s used artificially to restore the morphology, integrity, and function of missing tooth structures. The structural loss of a tooth usually is as a result of external trauma or cavities. Dental fillings can be made using a variety of materials. They include: Dental Amalgam Amalgam is one of
Our training as dentists teaches us to save a teeth when possible. There are times when this is not possible, and this is when a tooth extraction is the best option. Wiggly Teeth provides tooth extraction services in Pretoria East. Q. When is a dental extraction necessary? Generally speaking, the best option is to save teeth with procedures
What It Is Restorative dentistry focuses on treating tooth decay or damage by restoring the tooth’s function, appearance, and integrity. Fillings are the most common restorative treatment and are used to fill cavities caused by tooth decay, wear, or trauma. These treatments are tailored to the specific needs of the tooth and the patient, such
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