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What is wisdom tooth removal?

The removal of wisdom teeth is a relatively safe and common dental procedure.

Wisdom teeth are the teeth found at both ends of the upper and lower jaws. The removal of wisdom teeth is a relatively safe and common dental procedure. When you need to remove a painful wisdom tooth, your dentist will guide you through the entire process. When to consult a […]

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What is root canal treatment?

Root canal treatment is one of those procedures that you're unlikely to know much about until you're scheduled for it yourself.

You may have heard a friend previously telling you they were due for a root canal treatment, or perhaps you’ve overheard the phrase in conversation in a dental clinic. There’s a good chance you will have heard of it, but not such a great chance that you know what it […]

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Can fluoride improve your dental health?

Fluoride improves dental health by helping to prevent tooth decay so it is added to toothpaste and, in some areas, to the water supply.

What should you know about fluoride? Fluoride is a mineral usually found in water and some foods, including tea and fish. Fluoride improves dental health by helping to prevent tooth decay so it is added to toothpaste and, in some areas, to the water supply. What is tooth decay? Tooth […]

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How to look after your teeth correctly

Your teeth are important because they help in chewing, in swallowing, and in speech. However, too many people take dental health for granted which leads to gum and teeth problems.

Your teeth are important because they help in chewing, in swallowing, and in speech. However, too many people take dental health for granted which leads to gum and teeth problems. The teeth also shape the contours of the face. That is why healthy teeth are so important. Moreover, a set […]

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How to prevent tooth decay

Tooth decay is entirely preventable and the best way to avoid it is to brush teeth with a fluoride toothpaste twice a day, for at least two minutes.

Tooth decay is caused by plaque, which dissolves the outer layers of the teeth. It is also known as dental caries. Plaque is a white, soft substance that sticks to teeth; it is made up of the bacteria from decomposing food and saliva. It rarely causes any symptoms until it […]

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Can a healthy diet improve your oral health?

A healthy diet is incredibly important for the functioning of our whole body, but it is particularly crucial for the health of our teeth.

A healthy diet is incredibly important for the functioning of our whole body, but it is particularly crucial for the health of our teeth. What constitutes healthy diet and how can we ensure that we get the nutrients, vitamins and minerals we need for strong, white, and cavity-free teeth? The […]

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Why is it important to visit your dentist regularly?

5 Reasons to Visit Number 18 Dental in Notting Hill, London

Visiting your dentist for regular check-ups and dental hygiene can help prevent many dental problems as well as to help you maintain good general oral health. Don’t wait until you have toothache before you call your dentist. 1. Prevent gum disease Gum disease is one of the main causes of […]

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Why is flossing crucial for your dental health?

Many people never learned to floss as children. But flossing is critical to healthy gums and it's never too late to start.

Many people never learned to floss as children. But flossing is critical to healthy gums and it’s never too late to start. A common rule of thumb says that any new habit becomes second nature after only three weeks. If you have any questions, ask your dentist or your dental […]

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Taking care of your teeth

Thanks to better at home care and people cleaning & flossing throughout the day, more people are keeping their teeth throughout their lives.

Some diseases and conditions can make dental disease and tooth loss more likely. But most of us have a good deal of control over whether we keep our teeth into old age. The most important thing you can do is to brush and floss your teeth each day. Most mouth […]

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Are you looking for the best tooth replacement option?

Do you have a missing tooth and would like to replace it?

Would you like to have strong and durable teeth that would feel wonderfully natural and would be easy to look after? Number 18 Dental practice can offer you an advanced and long lasting teeth replacement solution called dental implants. Dental implants are one of the most reliable and durable teeth […]

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We're a dental practice in Notting Hill providing general and specialist dentistry within state of the art facilities.

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