posted: Apr. 11, 2022.

Have you ever wondered what to do when braces emergencies happen?  Types of Orthodontic Emergencies Orthodontic Emergencies are also known as “Braces Emergencies” are rare but if it happens, the first step Read more

posted: Mar. 06, 2022.

Thumb sucking is common and normal in young children. In fact, many babies begin to suck their fingers while still in the womb. This is a normal and healthy part Read more

posted: Feb. 11, 2022.

Many people feel some sort of anxiety or fear when visiting the orthodontist, which often leads to a “get in and get out” mentality during appointments. This rush and lack Read more

posted: Jan. 11, 2022.

A mouthguard is an oral device made of soft plastic or laminate. There are different types with an aim to protect your teeth, tongue, gums, and cheeks from teeth grinding, trauma, Read more

posted: Nov. 24, 2021.

Will my teeth move again after my brace treatment is one of the most common questions asked by our patients.The simple answer is YES. Your teeth can move back after Read more

posted: Oct. 09, 2021.

The Axeos 2D/3D specialist system is the latest addition to PretoriaSmile’s practice. With a large volume and high image quality for practices with a broad treatment offering, this is one Read more

posted: Sep. 14, 2021.

“Will teeth grinding affect my braces?” is a common question from soon-to-be brace-wearers and, but before we discuss that, let’s have a look at the causes of tooth grinding, and Read more

posted: Aug. 22, 2021.

Choosing the best brace colours is admittedly, not always easy!  Orthodontic appliances can be uncomfortable and some treatments like the traditional metal braces can be downright unsightly. Fortunately, elastic bands for Read more

posted: Jun. 23, 2021.

What to Do If You've Lost or Broken Your Retainer? You’ve just retraced your steps for the last hour looking for your retainer. Where could it be? You just had it Read more

posted: May 26, 2021.

Are you thinking about getting Invisalign in South Africa? Whether you are just looking or have officially decided to get Invisalign, congratulations on your process to a better and more Read more

posted: Dec. 15, 2020.

If you are thinking about getting your teeth straightened because they are overlapping, crowded or crooked, you may have been told about black triangles. What are they? Here we will Read more

posted: Dec. 14, 2020.

Just because you have braces, doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy Easter treats! As Easter quickly approaches in April, many of our patients—and their parents—have asked about what kinds of treats Read more

posted: Dec. 07, 2020.

Teeth whitening has increased in popularity over the last decade. We see celebrities flashing their iridescent smiles on social media all the time. For many patients, after their braces are Read more

posted: Dec. 06, 2020.

Tips on getting through the first week with braces What was once a bracing new innovation in dental care has now become something like a rite of passage for many. As such, Read more

posted: Nov. 09, 2020.

Did you know that you may need to see more than one type of dental professional for your oral health? Most people are familiar with general dentists and regularly visit Read more

posted: Oct. 30, 2020.

Food and Braces If you have just had metal braces applied to your teeth, you may be wondering what your diet will look like for the duration of your orthodontic treatment. Read more