One of the most common questions patients ask dentists in the UK concerns the difference between NHS and private dentistry. Citizens of the United … [Read more...]
The (Partial) Science Behind Fear of the Dentist
It’s often said that to reduce fear and anxiety in relation to just about anything, the key lies in better understanding it. Which should mean that … [Read more...]
Dealing with Dental Emergencies Abroad
The problem with dental emergencies is that they aren’t particularly forgiving when it comes to their arrival. Dental emergencies can put a real crimp … [Read more...]
10 Interesting (Yet Largely Useless) Teeth Trivia Titbits
Let’s face it - facts and figures door necessarily have to be useful to be interesting. If they did, there’d be no point in things like the Guinness … [Read more...]
False Teeth: How to Ease the Transition
It’s never particularly thrilling to face the prospect of wearing false teeth. On the plus side, research suggests that more adults than ever before … [Read more...]
Can Dentist Visits Really Be Fun for Kids?
For every parent, attempting to make the dentist at least that little bit less terrifying for kids represents a difficult and on-going challenge. … [Read more...]
Saving Money at the Dentist
Let’s face it – there aren’t many people who genuinely consider visits to the dentist to be an absolute pleasure. One or two out of every thousand … [Read more...]
Why Your Dentist Wants You to Quit Smoking
While it may not be a particularly pleasant thought to consider, tobacco represents the single biggest cause of preventable death and disease in the … [Read more...]
How to Reduce the Pain and Discomfort of Braces
It’s probably safe to say that very few people would choose to wear braces, if there were given any kind of say in the matter. They may have come a … [Read more...]
Dental News Roundup – The End of Fillings, Hold Your Breath!
It’s no secret that each and every day, experts from all over the world issue fresh warnings about what is and is not good for our teeth. One minute … [Read more...]
