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Healthy food choices for when you can’t brush your teeth
- 01/07/2018
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No CommentsSometimes you might be in a situation where you can’t brush your teeth. Perhaps you’ve gone on holiday and forgotten your toothbrush at home, or maybe you’ve had a busy morning and didn’t find time to give your teeth a quick clean. Whatever the situation, you can help the situation by choosing the right foods
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How to look after a temporary dental filling
- 01/06/2018
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If your dentist has just given you a temporary dental filling, then you might be wondering how to take care of it. Don’t worry – we have all the information you need! In this post, we’ll discuss what a temporary filling is and how you can take care of yours until your next dental visit.
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Receding gums: Symptoms, causes and treatments
- 01/05/2018
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You already know about the importance of keeping your teeth healthy – but did you know that it’s also important to look after your gums too? That’s because your gums can recede if you don’t take care of them properly, and this can cause problems such as bad breath and sensitivity. In this post, we
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Teeth whitening – is it safe and am I suitable for it?
- 01/04/2018
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Teeth whitening is by far one of the most popular dental treatments. Many of our patients are interested in it as a way to remove stains and bring life back to their smiles. So in this post, we’ll answer some of your frequent questions about teeth whitening. Is teeth whitening safe? When performed by a
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Public Health England releases a free toolkit for dentists
- 01/03/2018
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Change4Life The toolkit is part of the Department for Health’s campaign called “Change4Life”. The aim is of this campaign is to get people to eat healthier and live longer. Part of the Change4Life campaign is the slogan “100 calorie snacks, two a day max”. In other words, children should eat just two snacks per
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Answers to our frequently asked questions about Invisalign
- 01/02/2018
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How long does Invisalign take? Can adults use Invisalign? Is Invisalign expensive? These are just some of the questions about Invisalign that we hear from our patients. So, in this post, we’ll answer some of your about this revolutionary orthodontics technology. What problems can Invisalign correct? One reason patients seek Invisalign is to solve dental
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What do dental hygienists do?
- 01/01/2018
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When you visit your dentist, you might get referred to a dental hygienist. This is especially likely if you have tartar on your teeth or problems with your gums. However, you might be unsure about what a ‘dental hygienist’ actually is and how the role differs from that of your dentist. So, in this post,
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Ten tips to keep your children’s teeth healthy
- 01/12/2017
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The health of children’s teeth in Britain is getting worse. According to recent figures, each year around 30,000 children aged ten and under have a decayed tooth removed. What’s more, this figure is rising by about 3% each year. Given the state of children’s teeth, we’ve come up with a few tips for parents on
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Let’s talk about braces
- 01/11/2017
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Did you have braces as a teenager? You might remember feeling a bit like Jaws in Moonraker with all that metal in your teeth. Thankfully, teenagers nowadays have it a lot easier because braces technology has leapt forward since then. Today’s adolescents can opt for invisible braces that are made of clear plastic. Braces are
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Seven snacks that are good for your teeth
- 06/10/2017
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Snacks that are good for your teeth When you’re feeling hungry between meals, reach for a healthy snack instead of a snack that will give you cavities. In this post, we’ll list some of the sinless snacks that will appease your appetite without harming your teeth. Smile and say cheese Cheese is a great
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