Werner Joubert Dental

18/03/2026

Following on the previous implant post. Once again, a single front tooth. Super challenging
In 2008 I saw a patient for a second opinion on a recently restored implant on a front tooth at another Dentist. She was unhappy with the appearance, size, shape, dark gum tissue, uneven gum line between the two front teeth, color etc.
In summary: I removed the crown (and cement left behind), changed the metal abutment to a Zirconia abutment and temporary crown to allow me to manipulate the gum tissue profile to match the adjacent front tooth. Then finalized the implant with a new full ceramic crown.
This was done in 2008. Our Patient then moved away and was in Australia for some time. Saw her again briefly in 2021 and then again yesterday.
Nothing was done to any front teeth over the last 18 yrs.
In 18yrs nothing has changed, perfect stability of the gum tissue and bone levels. Yes, there is a need for maintenance on the adjacent fillings but the implant, crown and soft tissue a super success. Not survival but long term success.

13/02/2026

For a young lady, a missing front tooth is her worst nightmare. Management is difficult because of the very high esthetic demand. When you see the happy, confident and radiant bundle of energy, you know it was worth it.

This is not a case presentation or in-depth discussion but just some snap shots of the process over time.

Can I criticize, yes always, but very happy to, with the help of "my" excellent orthodontist and oral surgeon, to have made a difference in some one's life.

23/11/2025

It is a privilege and with great pride that I can announce an added professional service to enhance the already high-end esthetic and cosmetic component of my practice.
Facial esthetics comprise of so much more than intra-oral and teeth. As a dentist my primary expertise, education and competency lies within the mouth. I strongly believe that when you move to the rest of the face and outside the mouth, you need a medical, higher level of education and expertise.
With this in mind, Dr Ingrid, a medical doctor that qualified Cum Laude at the University of Stellenbosch in 2021, with a special interest and expertise in facial esthetics, will provide this exiting enhanced service to patients at my practice. Dr Ingrid will utilize one of my surgeries to consult and perform facial esthetics and procedures.
We are very excited and privileged to welcome Dr Ingrid.
Consultation appointments can be scheduled directly with Dr Ingrid at: [email protected]

08/11/2025

Credit when credit is due. Thank you Alistair from Acsoft for a beautiful installation. Alistair is a master in network solutions , computer and installations. Now my patient can be part of and be involved in the 3D digital scanning and treatment planning experience. With seamless wireless communication with the 3D printing station in the surgery next door. Next level dentistry with the ability to 3D print anything dental. Thank you OralPlus, 3D Wax Worx and Acsoft

04/11/2025

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16/09/2025

Happy and sad day in my practice. My first generation intra oral scanner has served me well for many years and has been replaced with the latest release, cordless, super quick Intra oral scanner. With the rapid progress of digital technology in the dental field you have to invest to stay relevant and to be able to provide your patients with the very best practices and procedures to provide the ultimate results.
This newly released scanner is cordless, weighs "nothing" and scans a full arch in less than 1 min with incredible detail. Apart from the awesome software and processing ability the training and backup is next level... thank you Mark, PANDA and Oralplus

So, from now on much less yucky impressions and more digital scanning for a better experience and ultimate outcomes.

03/09/2025

Professional whitening does work.

21/08/2025

It is so satisfying to help a patient achieve a great smile and function and when you see, what you envisaged, comes to fruition with your patient and his family ecstatic with the results. This is so rewarding.

21/08/2025

I see more facial injuries from hocky than any other sport. Mouth guards do not totally prevent injuries but will certainly minimize the damage or trauma.

This is an example of a hockey injury. Our patient is still in braces. I saw him as an emergency after the trauma. My Orthodontist removed the front brackets, I restored the two front teeth then the patient went back to have the brackets replaced. After the completion of the ortho treatment I shall redefine micro and macro anatomy on these emergency restorations.

30/01/2025

Often patients, for many possible reasons, do not opt for implants in the molar areas. Once you have lost n few molars and experienced the loss of previous chewing ability you will understand the craving for stable and good functioning molars. Dentures are the most cost-effective solution but to have a stable denture you usually need strong metal clasps to help with stability and retention. These clasps unfortunately mostly show in your smile and can irritate lips and soft tissue. One solution is to integrate precision attachments into the partial denture and adjacent crowns. This creates an incredible stable partial denture and not showing any attachments or clasps. This way you can create a pretty smile, good function and lots of confidence

04/12/2024

En soms doen ek bietjie orto. Meestal verwys ek na n uitstekende Ortodontis maar soms om verskeie redes, doen ek n paar self. Dis sooo lekker om die trane van blydskap te sien wanneer ons klaarmaak.