Blog category: Dental hygiene & oral health


Are your sinuses causing you toothache?

Throbbing teeth, jaw pain and tension headaches? You might be suffering from sinus toothache.

While most of us have been basking in the hot weather, for others it’s been a different story. With rapid temperature changes and the pollen count high, colds and sniffles have been rife. So if you’ve noticed toothache or discomfort in your upper teeth, it could be down to your […]

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Are office treats ruining your teeth?

During a stressful week at work, many of us indulge in a bit of sugar therapy. But has our office ‘cake culture’ got out of hand?

Are you a cookie fiend? Is your boss a doughnut dealer? Whether it’s colleagues’ birthdays, retirement parties or just a treat to celebrate the end of the working week – the workplace is becoming a site of sugar temptation! And now, one senior dentist has spoken of the health risks this […]

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Get checked out before you check-in

Are you jetting off this summer? Bring the family in to get checked up before you check in!

With summer just around the corner, family schedules can run a little out of sync. But whether you’re planning some quality time with the kids or hopping to the continent, niggling tooth ache, swollen gums or a cracked filling can cause worry and disruption when you’re trying to relax. That’s […]

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Pucker up for International Kissing Day

Whether you’re already involved or you’re looking for The One – we’ll show you how to make your mouth irresistible this International Kissing Day!

Pucker up! This year, International Kissing Day falls on Wednesday 6 July. That means there’s still time to show your teeth some TLC ahead of a romantic getaway – or even just a night in with the latest boxset! Flash those pearly whites Want to dazzle your date with a […]

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5 tips to eat healthy, smile healthy

A healthy body often starts with what you put in your mouth. This National Healthy Eating Week, we’ve got some quick fixes to help you get your diet on track ahead of summer.

This National Healthy Eating Week (13-17 June) is a great chance to make some healthier choices for your body, which can have huge benefits for your teeth. But if you’ve been struggling to eat well, these 5 tips will help turn things around… Fruit over smoothies They seem like an […]

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Electric or manual: which is best?

We’ve all seen the adverts claiming electric toothbrushes are the only way to get a truly clean mouth. But should you believe the hype?

Are you a stickler for your manual toothbrush or an electric convert? Many people have used a manual toothbrush their whole lives and claim that there’s nothing wrong with their smile. But adverts for electric toothbrushes are often packed with some convincing statistics for their products. And there’s some truth […]

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Show us your smile!

Join us this National Smile Month by taking time out to prioritise your oral health ahead of summer and tweeting us a selfie of your national smile!

What better reason to smile than the start of summer? And with National Smile Month falling between May 16th and June 16th, there’s even more reason to get those pearly whites out! The Oral Health Foundation is the brains behind National Smile Month, which aims to improve lives by raising awareness […]

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Is teeth grinding stressing you out?

Teeth grinding can cause serious problems for your teeth and may be a sign of other health issues. Speak to your dentist before it grinds you down!

Teeth grinding (or bruxism) affects around 6 million people in the UK. While episodes may come and go for many of us, persistent grinding can lead to discomfort, tension and further health problems. What is teeth grinding? In 80% of cases, teeth grinding occurs during sleep and you or your […]

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So you think you can rinse?

Mouthwash can help freshen your breath while protecting your mouth against tooth decay and gum disease…but do you really know how to use it?

Rinsing your mouth with dentist-approved mouthwash can help keep your smile in tip-top shape. But have you been using it all wrong? Here’s our top tips for getting the most out of your mouthwash: Spread it out Use mouthwash as an interim measure after eating, instead of after brushing your […]

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Gum disease getting you down?

Gum disease might have a scary name, but when tackled head on and early enough, you can help to save your smile!

You’re not alone! Most people suffer from gum disease at some point. The best way to treat it is to know what causes it and to act on it. So, what is gum disease? Gum disease is an inflammation that affects the gumline around the teeth. It is caused by […]

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