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A dentist fields some of the questions teenagers who are worried about their teeth are posting on Yahoo Answers If you have a dental query do you (a) phone a friend for advice, (b) research the answer yourself or (c) seek expert help from a dentist? Well, according to new research many people experiencing dental…

A London dentist talks about why patients shouldn’t see the new Oral-B Pro Expert toothpaste as the only weapon in their fight against plaque and tartar It looks much the same as any tube of toothpaste. It tastes much the same as any brand of toothpaste. But its manufacturers claim that it does far more…

As new research examines a link between gum disease and female fertility, it seems like a good time to ask a dentist some questions about how to combat gum disease For years, women trying for a baby have been advised to stop smoking, eat healthily and cut down on their drinking. But the importance of…

Education, anaesthetics and DVD goggles – a dentist talks about some of the ways of helping nervous patients Actress Jennifer Aniston has been in the news recently, talking about how her dentist plays guitar to put patients at ease. Of course, not every dentist can play guitar to take their patients mind off their worries…

The advantages and disadvantages of white and silver dental fillings. Plus: an expert discusses the supposed risks of silver fillings and reveals the pros and cons of replacing fillings for cosmetic reasons When I was at school I remember that a return from a visit to the dentist would be greeted with the question “How…

A TV presenter unveils her new invisible braces, an invention which takes the pain out of dental injections and a look at how National Smile Month revealed what makes us happy and how to put old toothbrushes to good use June is proving to be a busy month for interesting dental news, and we’re only…

An expert with five years’ experience of seeing the benefits of Botox answers some commonly-asked questions about this increasingly-popular beauty treatment The subject of Botox treatment has a lot of myths surrounding it so I conducted a short interview with an expert who regularly administers the treatment. I didn’t know that such a short appointment…

How natural-looking is a dental implant? Which people aren’t suitable candidates for dental implants? “How much does a dental implant cost? A dentist answers these and other commonly-asked implant-related patients’ questions Dr Leonard Linkow is widely-acknowledged as the ‘father’ of dental implants. He placed his first dental implant in 1952, just four months after he…

Dental attendance statistics, the emergence of electric toothbrushes and a poll to find out the most attractive physical feature – just three of the five reasons why the UK should be upbeat about dental health With the news headlines dominated by depressing talk of ash clouds and super-injunctions, it is easy to forget that we…

Life at Ethicare dental is a mixed bag. I just spent a very fun and interesting morning at Brandlehow primary school in Putney where I have just finished speaking to about 150 6-11 yr olds followed by about 140 3-5 yr olds in their morning assembly. It was my first time speaking to such a…

A dental expert on why veneers are just one of many useful options available to people looking to enhance their smile Having confidence in your teeth’s appearance can give you confidence in your daily life. While veneers can help you smile with confidence it is important to find out what having a veneer entails before rushing…

Ronnie Wood’s new teeth, Aussie kids’ dental health and why brushing your teeth while driving is a bad idea Ronnie Wood’s dental secrets revealed The mystery of why rock star Ronnie Wood’s teeth have remained so pearly white – despite years of him living the high life – has been solved. Speaking to the Guardian,…