15 From the Practice

Dental Advice & Insights

01 Restorative

The End of Amalgam: Why We No Longer Place Mercury Fillings

Amalgam was the standard for decades. Here is why modern materials have replaced it, and what your options are if you still have old fillings.

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02 Industry

NHI and Private Dentistry in South Africa: What Patients Need to Know

The National Health Insurance Bill continues to reshape the healthcare landscape. We look at what it means for patients who choose private dental care.

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03 Occlusion

Why You Should Be Sleeping With a Michigan Bite Splint

Stress-related grinding is more common than most patients realise. Here is what it costs your teeth, and what to do about it.

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04 Smile Design

The Loudest Aesthetics Are Not the Most Luxurious

The era of the obvious veneer is over. Why the most sophisticated cosmetic dentistry today is the work you cannot see.

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05 Oral Health

Oil Pulling: What the Evidence Actually Says

A clinical perspective on an ancient practice — what it can and cannot do for your oral health.

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06 Finance

Making Your Dream Smile More Accessible Than You Think

We've partnered with MediWallet so treatments like veneers, implants and full mouth rehabilitation can be spread over time.

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07 Restorative

Restoring Damaged or Missing Teeth With Gentle, Holistic Dentistry

Many patients arrive unsure where to begin and leave relieved that they finally found a team that understands.

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08 General

Is ADI More Expensive Than Other General Dentists? Here's the Truth.

Our general dental treatments are priced in line with standard South African fees. The difference is in the experience.

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09 Finance

Is Cosmetic Dentistry Covered by Medical Aid? Here's What Patients Need to Know.

The honest answer is no, and there's a good reason for that. What you are actually investing in when you choose cosmetic dentistry.

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10 Invisalign

How to Tell If Your Invisalign Aligners Are Authentic (And Why It Matters)

Not all clear aligners are created equal. How to verify your aligners are genuine Invisalign, and why it makes a difference.

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11 Crowns

Unhappy With Old Dental Crowns? Here's What You Need to Know Before Upgrading.

Why veneers cannot replace existing crowns, and how modern porcelain crowns offer a far more natural, lifelike result.

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12 Veneers

How Do You Know When It's Time to Replace Your Veneers?

Veneers are designed to last, but they don't last forever. The clinical signs that suggest it may be time for a refresh.

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13 Implants

What Really Happens During a Dental Implant Consultation?

A walk-through of the consultation, imaging, planning and surgery that sits behind a predictable implant result.

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14 Smile Design

Patient-Driven Smile Design at ADI: Precision, Predictability, and Natural Results

Every smile begins with one principle: it must be patient driven. Your goals, your features, your expectations sit at the centre of the design process.

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15 Veneers

Who Is a Good Candidate for Contact Lens Veneers?

Ultra-thin porcelain veneers, designed digitally and bonded with minimal preparation. Here is who they suit best.

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