About
Dr Tebogo Lerato Hlongwa

“Good Oral Health is the Foundation of a Beautiful Smile”

Dr Tebogo Lerato Hlongwa had a passion for beauty from an early age, but she decided to pursue a career in dentistry. Her practice encompasses all aspects of Dentistry with a special interest in Cosmetic/Aesthetic Dentistry (crowns, veneers and teeth whitening) and Orthodontics. She also specializes in paediatric dentistry and has a passion for treating little ones.

In 1996, Dr Hlonga completed a Bachelor of Dental Therapy degree. In 2001, she obtained a Bachelor of Dental Surgery at the Medical University of Southern Africa. She is currently studying towards a Comprehensive Fixed Orthodontics Course at McGann Postgraduate School of Dentistry.

Dr Hlonga completed her community service at Klerksdorp General Hospital in 2002. From 2002 to 2012, she worked at Central Wits Clinics in Soweto. In 2012, she realised her dream of opening up her own dental practice called “Exclusive Dental” in Northgate.

Dr Hlonga believes that the total transformation of a beautiful smile involves the teeth, skin and face. She has a keen eye for perfection and attention to detail, which makes her well versed in creating aesthetically pleasing smiles.

Dr Hlongwa strongly believes in patient education, quality service delivery and long-term patient relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of dental therapy degree
  (Medical University of Southern Africa - 1996)
• Bachelor of dental surgery
  (Medical University of Southern Africa - 2001)
• HIV/ AIDS Management Certificate (Damelin - 2006)
• Management Certificate in project management (Damelin - 2006)
• Project management (University of the Witwatersrand P&DM - 2007)
• Master’s degree in Management (University of the Witwatersrand P&DM - 2012)
• Certificate in Botox and Fillers (Allergan - 2012)
• Certificate in Botox and Fillers (Healthy Aging Training Institute - 2014)