At-home aligners: what to know before you order
A balanced look at 'direct-to-consumer' clear aligners sent to your home: what they can and can't do, what the UK dental regulator expects, the questions to…
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Dental guides
Practical, evidence-based advice for looking after your teeth and getting the dental care you need in the UK.
Choosing an electric toothbrush
What the evidence says about electric toothbrushes, the difference between oscillating-rotating and sonic brushes, and which features are worth paying for.
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Dental anxiety: how to make visits easier
Why so many people feel nervous about the dentist, practical ways to feel more in control, and what help – including sedation – is available if fear is…
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Dental emergencies: what to do and who to call
When to call 999 or go to A&E, when to get an urgent dental appointment or call NHS 111, and exactly what to do if an adult tooth is knocked out, based on…
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Diet and your teeth: sugar, acid and smart swaps
How sugar and acidic food and drink damage teeth, how much sugar is too much, the hidden sources to watch for, and simple habits that protect your enamel.
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Flossing and interdental cleaning: a practical guide
Why cleaning between your teeth matters, how to use floss and interdental brushes properly, where water flossers fit in, and what the research actually shows.
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How to brush your teeth properly
A calm, step-by-step guide to brushing well: how long, how often, which toothpaste, and the small habits (like spitting rather than rinsing) that make…
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How to find an NHS dentist
Practical steps for finding NHS dental care in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, what to do if nobody is taking patients, and how to get help…
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Looking after children's teeth
From the first tooth to the teenage years: when to start brushing, how much fluoride toothpaste to use, first dental visits, fluoride varnish, sealants and…
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NHS vs private dentistry: what's the difference?
What NHS dental care covers, how charges work in each UK nation, when private treatment might make sense, and your rights when a practice offers both.
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