Leading the Way: Inspiring Women in Dentistry
Although they were once kept out of the profession, women have become a hugely influential part of the dental community. This is especially evident in the area of paediatric dentistry, where many women have made their mark. In fact, it was a woman, Minnie Evangeline Jordon, who pioneered the concept of paediatric dentistry at the […]
Root Canal Treatment Explained
Root Canal Treatment is the treatment of the inside of a tooth to heal or prevent infections, thereby saving teeth.
Oral Health & Chronic Disease – Using Technology to Get to The Root of The Problem
There are few things worse than a toothache. Did you know that a number of patients come into the practice completely unaware that they have an oral abscess? An abscess is caused by the buildup of bacteria inside the pulp chamber, causing pain and swelling. Of course, this is just one of many oral conditions […]
A Collaboration of Excellence – A Treatment Case Study by Dr Sheryl Smithies & the Enamel Clinic Team
As a member of Enamel Clinic’s multidisciplinary family, Dr Smithies enjoys collaborating with the rest of the team when treating patients. This teamwork results in excellent results as her expertise is complemented by the unique skill sets and experience of Enamel Clinic’s different dental experts. The following case is an excellent example of the benefits […]
Do you need a ROOT CANAL RETREATMENT?
A root canal treatment can fail. Sometimes the tooth does not heal completely due to one or several causes. In these circumstances, the tooth in question will either need retreatment of the initial treatment that was performed or in severe circumstances when a tooth is really not salvageable, an extraction. Why would you consider doing […]
