In total, adults can expect to get four wisdom teeth: one on each side of the top and the bottom jaw. Occasionally known as ‘third molars’, wisdom teeth are the last to come through and their arrival, which can sometimes be late into your twenties, is not always welcome. In some cases there...
When it comes to whiter teeth, even those with an impeccable oral hygiene routine will suffer from some level of discolouration eventually. Conveniently, there are a number of quick and easy teeth whitening methods to lighten the colour of your teeth without causing any damage to the tooth surface.
Misaligned teeth can undermine your confidence, make you smile less and affect your personal and social life. Fortunately, there are many orthodontic teeth straightening solutions available that will leave you with a beautifully straight teeth and confidence to smile more. These include Inman...
A dental implant is modern way of replacing missing teeth. It takes the form of a titanium post that fixes into your jawbone and is topped by an artificial tooth. The crown of your dental implant will be almost indistinguishable from the rest of your teeth, and will work like a normal tooth -...
Mouth ulcers are a very common problem and can appear for many reasons. Usually they last only one to two weeks and disappear by themselves, often caused by biting the cheek or damage from tooth brushing or food. Occasionally mouth ulcers last longer or are repeated frequently and can be caused...
Toothache can have various causes, from grinding your teeth at night, to tooth decay, a dental abscess or problems with your wisdom teeth. If your toothache is persistent and/or recurring, you should see a dentist as soon as possible. Following an assessment, your dentist will recommend a...
Accidents are part of life and dental injuries can happen in a wide variety of ways. Children can be prone to picking up knocks along with sports injuries resulting in broken teeth. Sometimes you can suffer from a chipped tooth or a cracked crown simply by biting down on something unexpectedly...
Dental anxiety is common can be experienced in varying degrees of severity, from a feeling of uneasiness at having to visit the dentist to a highly prohibitive phobia. While it is common for people to be wary of dental work (with outmoded images of the dentist drill), avoiding regular check-ups...
Tooth fillings and dental crowns are two of the most common ways of helping with the wear and tear of teeth over time, as well as the effects of tooth decay. There are a number of options, including composite and amalgam fillings, and gold or porcelain crowns. You can also have an inlay or an...
You should visit the dentist every 6-12 months for a full examination/check-up where the dentist will check the health of your teeth, gums and mouth. You should also expect the dentist to ask you about your general health, diet and if you have experienced any problems with your teeth since you...
A root canal treatment is performed if you have an infection in the core of your tooth. Common symptoms include sore and swollen gums, toothache, pain when eating or drinking, and facial swelling. Despite common concerns a root canal treatment is not painful, and a timely treatment can save a...
Tooth decay, also known as dental decay or dental caries, is an extremely common problem that is thought to affect one in three adults in England. Although widespread, tooth decay is often easily preventable. Symptoms often only appear when the tooth decay becomes more serious however, so it is...
