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Sensitive teeth
What are sensitive teeth? Having sensitive teeth can mean anything from getting a mild twinge to having severe discomfort that can continue for...
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Root canal treatment
What is root canal treatment? Root canal treatment (also called ‘endodontics') is needed when the blood or nerve supply of the tooth (called...
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Relaxation and sedation
Is there anything that can help me with my fear of the dentist? Yes. Some people are so frightened of the dentist that they will not go for dental...
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Preventive care and oral hygiene
What is preventive dentistry? Preventive dentistry is the modern way of helping you keep a healthy mouth. It helps you to keep your teeth, and...
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Pit and fissure sealants
What are sealants? Sealants are a safe and painless way of protecting your teeth from tooth decay. A sealant is a protective plastic coating,...
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Paying for dental treatment in the UK
Why do I have to pay my dentist when I don’t pay my GP? Charges for NHS dental treatment were introduced in 1951 to help cover the...
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Orthodontic treatment
What is orthodontic treatment? Orthodontic treatment is a way of straightening or moving teeth, to improve the appearance of the teeth and how...
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Oral care products
How often should I clean my teeth? It is important that you brush last thing at night and at least one other time during the day, with a...
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My teeth
What are my teeth for? Your teeth do different jobs. They help you to cut up and chew your food when you are eating. They help you to talk and...
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My fear of the dentist
Why am I afraid of the dentist? Being 'afraid of the dentist' may mean different things to different people. It will probably help if you work...
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Mouth ulcers
What are mouth ulcers? Ulcers are painful sores that appear inside the mouth. They are usually red or yellow. They are different from cold sores,...
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Mouth cancer
What is mouth cancer? Most people have heard of cancer affecting parts of the body such as the lungs or breasts. However, cancer can appear in the...
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Medical conditions and oral health
What does my medical history have to do with my oral health? Some medical conditions and drugs can affect your oral health. Or they may affect the...
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Living with my brace
How long will I have to wear the brace? It really depends on how much work there is to do and how far your teeth need to be moved....
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Lichen planus
What is oral lichen planus? Lichen planus is a long-lasting disease, which can affect the mouth and sometimes other areas of the body. When it...
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Knocked out teeth
What is an avulsed tooth? An avulsed tooth is one that has been knocked out. A tooth can be knocked out by a blow to the mouth, or an accident...
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Jaw problems and headaches
What is dental occlusion? Dental occlusion is another name for the way your teeth meet when your jaws bite together. What kind of problems might...
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Implants
What are dental implants? A dental implant is used to support one or more false teeth. It is a titanium screw that can replace the root of a tooth...
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Healthy gums and healthy body
Could the health of my mouth affect my general health? Yes. There are new findings which support something that dental professionals have...
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Gum disease
What is gum disease? Gum disease is described as swelling, soreness or infection of the tissues supporting the teeth. There are two main forms of...
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Geographic tongue
What is a geographic tongue? Geographic tongue is a common condition. It appears on the top and sides of the tongue, and sometimes on the...
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Fluoride
What is fluoride? Fluoride is a natural mineral that is found in many foods and in all drinking water. The amount of fluoride in water varies from...
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Drugs, alcohol and your oral health
Can using drugs affect my teeth and oral health? Yes. The use of illegal drugs, such as Methamphetamine (meth, speed, ice, glass and crystal),...
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Dry mouth
What is dry mouth? Your mouth needs saliva to be able to work properly. Saliva keeps your mouth moist, and it helps to break down your food and...
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Different filling materials
I need a filling - what types are there? There are a number of different fillings, including: Amalgam (silver coloured). Composite...