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Sometimes toothache strikes at the most inconvenient of hours – you could be out and about or just about to fall asleep. If you’re unable to see your dentist straight away, for whatever reason, there are a few remedies you can try before your dentist can help you. It should be noted that all remedies […]

You see your dentist at every check-up and come to feel at ease with the way they work. If your dentist refers you to an oral surgeon for treatment, you may feel apprehensive at thought of seeing someone you aren’t familiar with. An oral surgeon, however, is trained to perform dental surgeries that you general

No matter whether you’re a nervous patient or not, finding a dentist that you can trust to deliver expert care shouldn’t be difficult. We’ve compiled some top tips to help you find a dentist that will deliver great patient care. General Dental Council Firstly, it should be noted that all dentists should be registered with

There are no two ways about it, pain in your mouth is always unpleasant. There are various things that may cause toothache and a variety of treatments available. If you are experiencing toothache, you should always consult a dentist to minimise any longterm damage and get you out of pain as soon as possible. What

Once all your permanent, adult teeth have come through, you should have 32 teeth in total. Your adult set of teeth will be made of various types of teeth; 8 incisors 4 canines, also called cuspids 8 premolars, also called bicuspids 12 molars, including 4 wisdom teeth Incisors The eight incisors sit at the front

On the 1st July 2018, the NHS published new rules that meant dentists could no longer use mercury amalgam fillings in children under 15, pregnant or breastfeeding women. The controversy surrounding fillings containing mercury has been popular since they became regularly used in the 1830s. Whilst it is still a dental solution used by many,

When you sign up to a dental practice, you’ll be asked for a variety of information. From your name, address and contact details to the medication you take and any allergies you have. Considering that fact that you provide this information to us, we thought it would be nice for us to share five facts

Alcohol may be consumed in moderation and as part of a balanced diet. When consumed in excess, however, alcohol can begin to take its’s toll on the body and this may be manifested in many ways. Alongside complications in the body, alcohol can also cause problems with the teeth. This month is sober October, so

The NHS states that every year around 6,800 people are diagnosed with mouth cancer. This statistic equates to 2% of all cancers diagnosed. November is mouth (oral) cancer action month and in the latest post from Love-Teeth Dental Practice, we take a look at some of the most common symptoms that are associated with mouth

Figures show that many people are unhappy with the colour of their teeth. Whilst it has become popular to have pearly white teeth, having slightly darker teeth does not mean they are any less cared for. In fact, the colour of teeth can vary, depending on the thickness of the enamel. Aside from the colour