Dr. Louis Botha

06/08/2020

01/07/2020

This is what the nerves connected to teeth look like. They come from the maxillary nerve, which itself comes from the trigeminal nerve, a mixed nerve (made of both motor neurons and sensory neurons) that extends over the entire face.

25/06/2020

Wisdom teeth are the third molars and the last teeth in the jaw of the set of adult dentition. I thought a summary on wisdom teeth was needed to clear some little mysteries about them.

14/11/2019

Smoking can lead to tooth staining, gum disease, tooth loss, and mouth cancer.

16/09/2019

You may know that stress can cause upset stomachs and headaches, but did you know it can cause tooth decay? Here's what to know and what you can do to protect your smile.

10/09/2019

Teeth whitening remains the most requested cosmetic dental procedure by those who want to boost their confidence or to look their best.

17/02/2019

The recent documentary on Netflix, Root Cause, is causing quite a stir. Many are questioning the safety and validity of root canals and their possible connection to the "c" word—yes, cancer. Periodontist Dr. Scott Froum and Endodontist Dr. Omar Ikram debunk accusations made in the documentary on t...

28/11/2018

16/08/2018

When I watch my toddler brush her teeth, I marvel at how self-sufficient she seems. Wasn't she just a baby like a second ago? While she certainly looks grown-up wielding a toothbrush, I know there some things we still need to work on. If she had her…

01/02/2018

Sensitivity from tooth whitening is always transient. If there is any sensitivity caused by whitening, it goes away within one to two days after treatment.