Info for Parents
Oral health related to diabetes
There is a direct link between oral health and systemic conditions, like diabetes, respiratory disease and cardiovascular disease. Therefore, it’s of utmost importance to exercise good oral health in the presence of one or more of these underlying systemic diseases.
Oral hygienist, Sarie Liebenberg, educates us on oral health related to diabetes and whether you should go to a dentist during COVID-19.
10 ways to take care of your child's milk teeth & why it's so important
Parents often ask me: “Why should I take care of my toddler’s milk teeth? They’re just going to fall out anyway.”
Here are 5 important reasons why it’s important to take care of your toddler’s primary (also called deciduous, milk or baby) teeth and 10 tips on how to do it.
Why children grind their teeth & what you can do about it
Everything you need to know about your teeth and gums during pregnancy
Periodontal disease (gum disease) of a pregnant mother is one of the risk factors for preterm delivery and/or low birth weight of a newborn baby. For this reason it’s important for every expecting mother to take care of her oral health during pregnancy.
Some of the oral conditions that occur during pregnancy can be very uncomfortable, and if not taken care of, can be the beginning of lots of oral health problems in the future.
When should you take your child to the dentist for the first time?
The impact your child's food and drink choices (yes, even the healthy ones!) have on their teeth
This is why you should NEVER let your child fall asleep with a bottle
7 ways to make brushing your toddler's teeth easier
Even though getting your toddler to brush their teeth can be tricky, with a little determination and innovation from your side, your child will never have to have a bad dental experience.
These 7 tips should make brushing your toddler’s teeth a little easier.
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about the author
As a lecturer at a very glamorous Finishing School, my career made a 180 degree turn when I decided to give up modeling, make-up and etiquette rules for something much less appealing, plaque and cavities!
For me, it turned out to be a passion I did not know I had.
Soon I’ve realized it’s much more than working on someone’s mouth, but it’s restoring confidence, creating opportunities and being a part of the making it all happen, not only for the patient, but also for myself.