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MAKE GREAT CHOICES ABOUT YOUR DENTAL CARE

In order to maintain your based on affordability and time and clenching of teeth, as well as
oral health, the Crown Dental that you have available or in eliminate jaw joint pain.
Studio practice hygienists which you require results,” says Crown Dental Studio uses
are on hand to provide Mateenah Amod, one of the
cleaning and polishing practice’s dental hygienists. FASTBRACES® which is an
treatments, preventative alternative technology to
fluoride applications, as well If a whitening procedure is conventional orthodontic
as stain-removing brightening not able to obtain the desired treatment plans to address many
of the teeth problems encountered.
treatments. effect, then there are several
other options available including
In addition, by having regular porcelain veneers, composite If you want straight teeth
three to six monthly professional bonding and dental implants. without the disadvantage
teeth cleans, plaque and tartar of having braces then clear
build-up from your teeth, that Veneers aligners are virtually invisible
your regular brushing may miss, Dental veneers are an easy way trays that are manufactured
will be removed. The bacteria to address a variety of physical from transparent, strong medical
in plaque uses sugars in the and aesthetic problems and can grade plastic and are generally
foods you eat to create acids improve the appearance of your undetectable by other people.
which slowly soften and dissolve teeth. “They can make it possible A series of aligners or trays are
the hard enamel covering your for people to have perfect smiles, custom-made to fit over your teeth
r Fareed Amod is a dentist certain words. Missing, stained, teeth. You will only feel pain and which is often important for and gradually straighten crooked
with an entrepreneurial or crooked teeth can lead to sensitivity when the decay goes building confidence in one’s teeth, gaps or rotation in an
Dspirit. Crown Dental people not smiling. A good smile through the enamel and reaches appearance,” explained Amod. organised manner.
Studio is one of the few truly 24- can have a positive effect on job the softer dentin layer underneath.
hour dental practises in Durban interviews, meeting a new partner, It is at this point that a filling or a Dental veneers are cemented to “I can be the best dentist in the
which is not limited to emergency making new friends and having a crown is generally required before the front surfaces of your natural world but no-one can interfere
dentistry treatment. confident professional appearance. further infection, an abscess or teeth. These devices are commonly with God’s work. If you take care
In addition, tooth and bone loss used to hide flaws in teeth such as: of your oral hygiene, you are doing
Amod says, “We believe we can prematurely age people’s faces tooth loss occurs resulting in more your share of the work and then I
are the only ones that are open by causing wrinkles as well as complex treatments. ■ Broken or chipped teeth can do mine. We offer long term
24 hours a day. The practice’s facial sagging. ■ Gaps between teeth care of your teeth and we will
hours of operation help fill unmet Whitening Procedures when orthodontics (braces) are be happy to produce a detailed
patient needs. Our business model “We attempt to educate our Teeth whitening is one of the not suitable treatment plan to transform your
not only streamlines patient patients from a young age most often requested cosmetic ■ Poorly formed teeth smile,” concluded Amod. 
care, but also prioritises patient and focus on rejuvenating our dental procedures. Crown ■ Discoloured teeth (which cannot
convenience by providing care at patients’ teeth and gums rather Dental Studio has multiple tooth be corrected by whitening) Dr Amod is one of a few dentists in
a time that is convenient to them. than them needing a therapeutic whitening offerings, which range ■ To improve a single discoloured the country, who at risk to his life, is
A big part of our ability to provide intervention. Although putting off from a basic entry level, to various tooth offering emergency work during the
service excellence comes from going to the dentist is tempting, interim levels and to a top of range lockdown period.
having the full range of dental there can be many unpleasant package. Orthodontic Treatment
services available to our patients consequences from skipping As each person’s teeth are Straightening cooked teeth T: +27 81 207 8621
all under the one roof.” check-ups. By properly brushing different, Crown Dental Studio and correcting a bad bite with E: info@dramod.co.za
your teeth twice daily, regularly offers a complimentary tooth orthodontic treatment can W: www.dramod.co.za
Dental Hygienists flossing and maintaining a healthy whitening consultation to potentially correct speech
Teeth perform several functions diet, you will not have a problem evaluate your teeth and assess impediments and breathing
that are important for our daily and can actively prevent gum your expectations. “Based on problems; improve chewing and
lives. They enable us to bite and disease and tooth decay from these findings, I will then make eating; reduce tooth decay and
chew our food, to pronounce developing,” says Amod. customised recommendations gum infection; eliminate grinding

FIVE WAYS TO STAY FIT AND HEALTHY DURING LOCKDOWN

lthough movement individuals and families to try our emotions to get the better of us
outdoors is limited during some of these ‘at-home’ health which means we reach for certain
Athe national lockdown, practices.” foods that we often wouldn’t.
maintaining a health and fitness While it’s okay to enjoy a comfort
regime is incredibly beneficial for 1. Take a brisk walk around the meal every now and again, we
both mind and body. Renishaw house or garden should all be eating fresh, healthy,
Hills, a mature lifestyle estate Contrary to popular belief, you whole foods during lockdown. Our
in Scottburgh on the KwaZulu- can walk around the house or your diets impact our health and our
Natal South Coast, is empowering garden. Many people are adopting moods, so it is important to make
residents and local communities the ‘2km challenge’ in which they sure that we eat in a way that’s in
with useful tips on remaining do 2km a day in the confines the best interest of both. Don’t
healthy and safe during this time. of their own property. Many of forget your grains for fibre, fresh
today’s smartphones have a step fruit and vegetables for vitamins
“We are just over the half-way counter to help you keep track of and minerals and enough water to
mark of lockdown and Renishaw the distance you cover. stay hydrated.
Hills is offering supportive tips
and ideas to keep us going during 2. Don’t forget about resistance 4. Keep in touch with those close catch up, laugh together and Organisations like the South
this time,” explained Phil Barker, exercises to you make sure you’re still connected. African Depression and Anxiety
managing director of Renishaw Resistance training is good for We might be separated Group (SADAG) are also ready to
Property Developments, developers muscle strength and retaining geographically but that doesn’t 5. Talk to someone if you need assist on 011 234 4837.
of Renishaw Hills. “Even though mobility. While these are mean we can’t still keep in touch. help For more information about
many of us are confined to our normally performed with light A daily chat or video call with At a time like this, those who this community-minded lifestyle
homes, there are so many easy weights and resistance bands, an old friend or family member struggle with anxiety, loneliness development located on the
techniques to ensure we keep grocery staples like tinned food, is a wonderful way to keep your and depression can really feel KZN South Coast, visit www.
prioritising our fitness and health. bags of rice and bottles of water spirits up. There are even free the pressure. It’s important to renishawhills.co.za. Renishaw Hills
Exercise and engagement are are a great alternative. apps like Houseparty that allow remember that mental health is sales’ consultants are available for
vital for improving immunity, as you to interact with several a priority too. If you have a loved online meetings and are ready to
well as ensuring good mental and 3. Eat well and stay hydrated members of the family at once. one that is prone to any of the share all necessary information
physical health, and we encourage During this time, it’s common for This is a great opportunity to above, reach out to them daily. with interested parties. 

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