Anyone who's tried to get across Pretoria or Johannesburg at rush hour — or planned an appointment around load shedding — knows that time is one of the biggest hidden costs of dental treatment. Traditionally, a single crown or veneer meant at least two visits: one for...
What is a Biteplate? Biteplates are specially designed plastic devices that are worn in the mouth overnight. Biteplates are made using an impression or scan of your mouth and teeth and are unique from person to person. They are designed to protect your teeth, jaw, and...
Electric vs Manual Toothbrush: Is the Oral-B iO Series Worth It? When it comes to brushing your teeth, one common question is: Do I really need an electric toothbrush, or is a manual one good enough? Let us break it down in a simple, honest way.What’s Special About...
Dental implantology has evolved dramatically over the past decade. Today, precision, safety, and patient comfort are no longer optional—they are expected. One of the most significant advancements driving this transformation is the Navident EVO dynamic navigation...
Introduction Maintaining good oral hygiene isn’t just about brushing your teeth twice a day. Flossing is an essential part of keeping your mouth healthy, yet many people overlook this crucial step. At our dental practice, we’re committed to helping our patients...
Missing a tooth (or several)? You’ve probably heard about dental implants — So, What Are Dental Implants?What is a Dental Implant? A dental implant is an artificial tooth root, usually made of titanium, that’s placed into your jawbone. It acts as a foundation for a...
Bad breath, also known as halitosis, is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide. While it can be embarrassing or uncomfortable to talk about, the good news is that it’s always treatable. At Dr Ivan Marx Inc, we help patients understand the bad...
Exploring the Transformative Power of Cosmetic Dentistry While some people feel free to smile confidently, exposing two rows of perfectly shaped, glistening white teeth, others are too embarrassed to follow their example. Perhaps the latter have missing, misshapen or...
“What I want more than anything to have a successful career … my teeth have ruined it all. I can’t get a decent job… I don’t see friends, I don’t smile. I am so defeated.” This heart-breaking anonymous online post highlights the brutal reality of living with dental...
As medical knowledge gallops ahead, so does the understanding that the body operates as a single, whole organism. More and more we are discovering links between what appear to be disparate parts of the body, and as such we are examining the link between periodontal...