Blog category: Healthy eating & lifestyle


Kick a dental bad habit this New Year

Is there one particular bad habit you want to curb in the new year for better dental hygiene? Here are our top suggestions for a healthier mouth in 2017.

New Year is such a great time! Everyone is much more positive after a relaxing holiday with family and friends, which tends to put us in a more reflective mood. If you want to break a bad habit for a healthier you in 2017, you might find our solutions to […]

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Stevia: sweet holiday baking without sugar

Planning on baking for the holidays? Stevia is the latest alternative to sugar that could help you enjoy a treat without ruining your dental routine and diet.

The holidays are almost upon us, and whether you’re baking a chocolate yule log or a handmade babka – you might already be worrying about ruining your healthy eating plan. But have you thought about swapping sugar for healthier alternatives? Swap sugar for sweetener We associate holiday foods with lots […]

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Are you dreaming of a white smile for Christmas?

Is there a natural way to get whiter teeth in time for Christmas? Number 18 Dental has the lowdown.

A white Christmas might be unlikely in Notting Hill, but you can get a whiter smile to show off in those family Christmas photos. But is there a way to get whiter teeth naturally? We explore the options. Teeth whitening toothpaste Some teeth whitening toothpastes and chewing gums can help […]

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Take a #BlueLipSelfie for Mouth Cancer Action Month!

Mouth cancer kills more people than testicular cancer and cervical cancer combined. Will you join us in being #MouthAware this November?

Have you noticed a lot of blue lips around lately? And not just because the temperatures have taken a nosedive! This November is Mouth Cancer Action Month, and as part of the campaign to raise awareness of this disease, #BlueLipSelfies have been doing the rounds on social media. In the […]

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How harmful are the bacteria in our mouths?

Our mouths contain around 20 billion microbes! But can they make us ill and will good oral hygiene help us keep on top of them?

It’s almost cold and flu season, and we’ll be hearing the usual good advice to wash our hands thoroughly to prevent passing on viruses. But if the average human mouth is already home to between 34 and 72 different strains of bacteria – around 20 billion microbes at any one […]

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8 tricks to treat yourself this Halloween

Feel like indulging this Halloween but don’t want to give your teeth a fright? We’ve got some ghoulishly good tips for fun and healthy snacks that will satisfy the whole family!

Who doesn’t love Halloween? It’s the perfect time to gather round in front of the fire and tell ghost stories. But there is another scary side. Did you know that in 2014, a survey conducted in America found that emergency visits to the dentist rose by 80% on 31st October? […]

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10 ways to overcome fear of the dentist

It might be the season of fright but for some of our patients fear of the dentist lasts all year long. If that's you, we’ve got some top tips to get you back in the dentist’s chair

Does the thought of going to the dentist leave you spooked? We want all our patients to feel as relaxed as possible. That’s why we’ve put together 10 tips and facts to take the fright out of your visit. You’re not alone! Did you know one in four people have […]

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4 ways to cut your mouth cancer risk

Are you at risk of mouth and throat cancer? The good news is they can be prevented with simple lifestyle changes. Read our guide to learn how to reduce your risk.

You might be surprised that mouth and throat cancer is the eighth most common type of cancer in the UK. What’s more, around 91% of cases are linked to lifestyle. This Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Week (19-23 September), we’re shining a light on how you can prevent this disease. […]

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7 apps to get kids eating healthily

It’s not easy getting kids to eat their 5 a day or watch their sugar intake, so we’ve sourced the best apps to help them learn by themselves.

Recent research by Public Health England found that 31.2% of children aged 2 to 15 were classed as either overweight or obese. September is Childhood Obesity Month and we want to highlight how what we eat affects more than just our teeth. With these fun and educational apps for children […]

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Are you making this wine mistake?

A glass of wine can be the ideal way to unwind at the end of a long day. But many of us make this crucial mistake after drinking a glass…

If you enjoy a nice glass of red, you’re probably only too aware of the major downside associated with it – a mouth that resembles the inside of a wine bottle! That’s when many people usually reach for the toothbrush, but if that includes you, then you might want to […]

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