Articles

Temporomandibular (jaw) joint problems
By Nick Maxwell / July 21, 2021

Temporomandibular (jaw) joint problems

What are they? The joint between your upper and lower jaws, just in front of your ears, is called the...

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Healthy Eating
By Nick Maxwell / July 14, 2021

Healthy Eating

Why does healthy eating matter? Your general health and your resistance to may diseases depend a lot on eating a...

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Mouth Cancer
By Nick Maxwell / July 7, 2021

Mouth Cancer

What is it? Mouth cancer is a dangerous abnormal growth that can affect any part of the mouth. What are...

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Endodontic (root canal) treatment
By Nick Maxwell / June 30, 2021

Endodontic (root canal) treatment

What is it? Teeth are held in the jaws by their roots. Front teeth normally have one root, but teeth...

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Silver fillings
By Nick Maxwell / June 23, 2021

Silver fillings

What are they? A filling replaces part of a tooth that has been lost because of decay or through accidental...

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Tooth whitening
By Nick Maxwell / June 16, 2021

Tooth whitening

What is it? Like hair and skin, teeth vary in colour. Some are yellower or darker than others, even when...

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Periodontal (gum) diseases
By Nick Maxwell / June 9, 2021

Periodontal (gum) diseases

What are they? The simplest form of gum disease, gingivitis, is often a reaction to a build up of plaque...

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Crowns
By Nick Maxwell / June 2, 2021

Crowns

What are crowns? The crown of a tooth is that part which is visible in the mouth. An artificial crown...

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Fluoride
By Nick Maxwell / May 26, 2021

Fluoride

What is fluoride? Fluoride is a natural mineral that is very effective in protecting teeth against decay. How does fluoride...

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National Smile Month
By Nick Maxwell / May 19, 2021

National Smile Month

National Smile Month runs between 17th May and 17th June and is all about promoting good oral health and the...

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