About Us
Meet the Doc
Dr Botha qualified as a dentist at the University of Pretoria in 1972 and after a 2 year stint in England as general dentist, he came back to Pretoria in 1974 to qualify as a specialist Orthodontist 4 years later (1977). He practiced in association with Dr Fanie Nel for 3 years and left when the previous building was demolished to make way for the present Brooklyn Dens building at Brooklyn Circle, thus escaping the double move that would have been necessary. Since then he has been practising in association with Dr Bertus van Niekerk to the present.
We moved to the present location at Xcelpark in 1988. Dr Botha was also the first Orthodontist that offered a specialised orthodontic service in the Western Transvaal (North West Province) and a branch practice was maintained in Potchefstroom for 26 years before it was transferred to Dr. Alfred Dippenaar in 2003.
Academic Involvement: Dr Botha had close ties with the University of Pretoria until 2020, where he acted as a consultant to the Post Graduate facility at the Dental School, Dept of Health Sciences. During the period 1999-2009 he held the post of Head of Post Graduate Studies in this department, training and coordinating the training of future orthodontists. This was done on a part time basis with the help of other local orthodontists. The post of Head of Post Graduate Training was vacated in 2009 in order to concentrate full time on private practice and to make way for a full time head of the department, Dr. P. Hlongwa. Dr Botha continued as a consultant on a bi-weekly basis, eventually under Prof. S. Dawjee who has been appointed the new full time Head of the Department of Orthodontics in 2010.
Dr Botha is a founding member of the PRETOS ORTHODONTIC STUDY CLUB whose six members have been meeting regularly since 1991 in order to stay abreast of new developments as well as to discuss unusual clinical cases. It is in fact practice policy that the staff should fire Dr. Botha if it is found that we are not staying up to date with meaningful new developments! Dr Botha is also a past president of the South African Society of Orthodontists (SASO).
Dr Piet Botha has a special interest in Functional Jaw Orthopaedics as well as Adult Orthodontic Treatment.
Meet the Team
Vanessa
Since 2003
I am a qualified dental assistant but i am the chief receptionist- the heart of the practice. I love working with people and making them happy. It is a privilege for me to work with Dr Botha and I do my best to schedule patients in such a manner that nobody‘s time is wasted-not an easy task but I love the challenge and have been doing this in Dr Botha’s practice for the past 14 years.
Sarie
I got the responsibility looking after the finances of the whole practice and making sure that everything runs smoothly. I also do all the medical aid payments. To be healthy is my passion, and it works well to make sure the “Boss” is in good condition! Being a qualified dietitian helps a lot to keep blood pressure within a healthy range, which is very good for interpersonal relationships at the practice and at home as well!
Annelie
Since 2013
I am a Dental Assistant and typist in Dr. Botha’s practice. My main duty is to look after our new patients. I also do Dr Botha’s quotations as well as the typing of his dental reports to referring dentists. This is my 17th year in Orthodontics and I still enjoy the interaction with patients and to experience the satisfaction of all involved after the treatment is completed.
Hettie
Since 2007
I am still proud to be one of the “A” team after joining the practice 9 years ago. All financial enquiries and discussions are handled by me and it is my duty to keep the financial wheel running, all the time. I enjoy my work and it is a pleasure to be of service to the wonderful people that have treatment with us.
Jerry
Since 1990
I started as a delivery man but became a full member of the team over the past number of years. This makes me the longest serving member of the team. I make sure that the mail goes out and the practice is neat and tidy. I do my work with pride because I enjoy it. It is a pleasure to be of service to staff and patients with a cup of coffee/tea and a smile.;-)
Liesel
Back from the break running her family.
Renee
Since 2002
I qualified at the University of Stellenbosch as an Oral Hygienist. I have been working in an orthodontic practice for the past 25 years- the last 14 years with Dr Botha. It is very satisfactory to see how patients grow from often shy and timid children to confident young adults once the treatment is completed. We try to create a relaxed atmosphere without sacrificing attention to detail and I enjoy interacting with patients and parents.
Selina
Since 2007
I am a qualified assistant maintaining the flow and assisting with patients under treatment as well as with new patients. I help with the records and post and organize it on the computer. I love working with people and helping were I can. The neatness of the rooms is part of my responsibilities. Work is my pleasure, I enjoy every moment!
Trudie
Since 1992
After being part of a team improving people’s lives for the past 25 years, I still find my energy from the positive impact orthodontics have on their lives. I cannot think of a single person that regretted treatment after the result had been reviewed. Interacting with people, wanting to improve their quality of live on a regular basis is a blessing. Patients become friends and together we reach life changing goals. As one spends most of your time at work, work becomes a playground for the game that you play!