Braces vs clear aligners
Fixed braces and clear aligners compared on visibility, what they can fix, comfort, cleaning, NHS availability and the importance of retainers.
Fixed bracesClear aligners
Compare dental treatments
When there’s more than one way to fix a problem, it helps to see the options side by side. These tables cover what each involves, the trade-offs and NHS availability, so you can have a better conversation with your dentist.
Composite bonding vs veneers
Composite bonding and veneers compared: drilling, durability, repairs, number of visits and when each makes sense.
Composite bondingVeneers
Crowns vs veneers
Full-coverage crowns and front-surface veneers compared: what each fixes, how much tooth is removed, strength, NHS availability and longevity.
CrownsVeneers
Electric vs manual toothbrush
What the evidence says about electric and manual toothbrushes - plaque, gum health, technique, features and cost - and who benefits most from each.
Electric toothbrushManual toothbrush
Implants vs bridges vs dentures
The three main ways to replace missing teeth compared: fixed or removable, effect on other teeth, treatment time, NHS availability and longevity.
Dental implantsBridgesDentures
Metal vs ceramic braces
Traditional metal braces and tooth-coloured ceramic braces compared: appearance, durability, staining, what they can treat and NHS availability.
Metal bracesCeramic braces