Dental Professional
Prabashen Ragasviran
Prabashen Ragasviran is a dental professional at Catford Dental in Phoenix. Special interest in biomimetic, restorative and aesthetic dentistry.
Qualifications
- BDT (UKZN)
- PgDip Public Health (UP)
- PgDip Advanced Restorative & Aesthetic Dentistry (RAA)
HPCSA registration TT009490.
Areas of practice
Special interest in biomimetic, restorative and aesthetic dentistry.
This describes where Prabashen concentrates, not a specialist registration. Specialist titles in South Africa require separate registration with the HPCSA.
Where you will find them
- Catford Dental — 167 Stonebridge Drive, Stonebridge, Phoenix
Patient information reviewed
Prabashen has read and approved the following patient information. Each page carries the date it was last reviewed.
- Are dental X-rays safe?
- Can a missing tooth be replaced without crowning the teeth either side?
- Can early tooth decay be reversed?
- Can I avoid a root canal?
- Contact
- Do baby teeth really matter?
- Do cavities in baby teeth need treating?
- Do I really need to floss?
- Do wisdom teeth always need to be removed?
- Do you do gold teeth, gold crowns or gold caps?
- Do you do virtual consultations?
- Does diabetes affect my gums and teeth?
- Does getting a filling hurt?
- Does medical aid cover dental treatment in South Africa?
- Does mouthwash replace brushing and flossing?
- Does my child need a mouthguard for sport?
- Electric or manual toothbrush — which is better?
- How can I soothe my teething baby?
- How do I care for my dentures?
- How do I ease a toothache, and when is it urgent?
- How do older adults keep their teeth healthy?
- How does saliva protect your teeth?
- How does smoking affect my mouth and teeth?
- How long does a dental bridge last?
- How long does it take to get dentures, and what happens at each visit?
- How long should I wait to brush after eating?
- How much does a dental crown cost in South Africa?
- How much fluoride toothpaste should my child use?
- How should I brush my teeth properly?
- I have a white sore patch on my gum — is it a mouth ulcer, and what helps?
- I have cracked a tooth — what should I do?
- If you are anxious about treatment
- Is fluoride safe, and what does it do?
- Is gum disease reversible?
- Is it safe to see the dentist while pregnant?
- Is professional teeth whitening safe, and does it work?
- Is there an alternative to a dental crown?
- Is thumb-sucking bad for my child's teeth?
- Is vaping safer for my teeth than smoking?
- My filling, crown, cap or inlay came out — what now?
- My tooth was knocked out — can it be saved?
- Paying over time
- Privacy
- Should I replace my old silver fillings?
- Should I rinse with water after brushing?
- What actually causes cavities?
- What advanced dental treatments are available?
- What are clear aligners, and how long do they take?
- What are composite veneers, and how do they compare with porcelain?
- What are dental sealants, and does my child need them?
- What are the warning signs of mouth cancer?
- What can be done about a tooth that is damaged, discoloured or missing?
- What can cosmetic dentistry change about my teeth?
- What causes bad breath, and how do I fix it?
- What causes teeth grinding, and how is it treated?
- What happens at a dental check-up and clean?
- What happens to the teeth either side of the gap when you get a bridge?
- What is a dental abscess, and is it an emergency?
- What is a dental implant, and how long does it take?
- What is a root canal, and do I need one?
- What is biomimetic dentistry?
- What is composite bonding, and how long does it last?
- What is dry socket, and how do I avoid it?
- What is Guided Biofilm Therapy, our ultra-comfortable cleaning?
- What is gum contouring, and is it safe?
- What is the difference between a filling and an inlay or onlay?
- What is the difference between plaque and tartar?
- What is vital pulp therapy?
- What should I do after a tooth is removed?
- What should I do in a dental emergency?
- What wears teeth down, and can it be fixed?
- When do babies start teething, and how can you help?
- When does a tooth need to be removed?
- When should a child first see a dental professional?
- When should I start brushing my child's teeth?
- Why are my teeth sensitive, and what helps?
- Why do my gums bleed when I brush?
- Why does a dry mouth harm my teeth?