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A patient with special needs may be affected by medical, developmental, physical or cognitive conditions with special considerations when receiving any medical treatment, including dental care.  This kind of care requires compassion, understanding and kindness, and it’s understandable why parents or carers of children with special needs would want them to receive the most specialised […]

Dental trauma to baby teeth is not uncommon. It is most frequent in young children between the ages of two and four years old. Usually, this is the period when children are learning to walk and explore, often falling or bumping into objects in their environment, causing injury to the teeth.  Should Dental Help Be

Dental Plaque Biofilm is an interesting topic of discussion in the oral health community. At Wiggly Teeth, we believe that education and understanding the varying factors that can affect your oral health is the most effective way of preventing dental caries (tooth decay). What Is A Biofilm? A biofilm essentially serves as a protective space

It might be a surprising revelation that while we breathe through both our mouth and nose, it is always best when we take in oxygen through our nose. This is due to several factors, such as the hairs that line our nose defending us against pathogens, bacteria, and dirt. Our noses also warm the air

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

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

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

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

“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

Every parent has a story to tell whenever they need to bring their children to the dentist. Almost, if not all, kids would do everything in their power to resist their parents when they need to visit a dentist. As a result, tempers will flare and you will have to deal with unruly children for a