Durban Dental Centre
Durban started life as a house and was converted into a dental practice in 1966 and housed 3 surgeries. In 1992 it was totally refurbished and extended by Mr Wood and today it boasts 7 surgeries, 3 of which are dedicated to our hygienists.Environmentally FriendlyThe practice has ensured measures to be environmentally friendly. All surgeries have digital x-ray equipment which benefits patients considerably by reducing exposure to radiation, this benefits the environment because chemicals (which are poisonous) normally used to develop the x-rays are no longer needed.The OPG machine is housed in it’s own room which is surrounded by lead lined plaster and a leaded glass window. The practice was one of the first in the country, to fit amalgam traps well before the EU requirement. Amalgam slurry containing mercury used to be dumped into drains every week, now it is collected in traps and disposed of safely.
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| The team has a holistic approach to dentistry, by considering the teeth as only part of the whole body. Referral to supplementary specialists will often enhance the health of the mouth, jaws head and neck. Today the centre plays host to 3 dentists, 4 hygienists, 5 nurses and 3 receptionists and our aim is to provide a relaxing and friendly atmosphere. |
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