Author name: Dale

How often have you brushed for a minute and spent the next 5 minutes squinting at the mirror, hoping your teeth are now instantly whiter… Probably, many times; but don’t worry because that’s normal.  A survey by the Oral Health Foundation found that 32% of Brits wish they had whiter teeth. In fact, 66% have […]

Research suggests that people are more attuned to the appearance of their teeth than ever before and the rise of cosmetic dental procedures backs this up. In 2023 alone, over 30% of Brits under the age of 35 underwent at least one cosmetic procedure with an average spend of £3677. This was money spent purely

Brushing is probably the first personal hygiene habit we learn as children. Indeed, this simple understated tool has the power to fight cavities and prevent bad breath and bleeding gums, all at once.  But however attached you get to your toothbrush you need to know when it’s time to say goodbye. Finding that sweet spot

So you’ve completed your implant journey—congratulations! It took time, yes, but consider this the smartest investment in your smile. Implants have transformed the way we replace teeth and their natural look and feel is second to none. Moreover, they’re built to last.  But before you start feeling invincible, let’s get real for a second —

With statements like “Whiten teeth from the comfort of your home” or “Your dream smile is just an order away”, whitening teeth using over-the-counter teeth whitening products here in the UK, appears a formality. Or are we just paying for glorified toothpaste in fancy packaging? In truth, the world of OTC whitening is a minefield

We all know the old-school drill—brush twice a day, floss, and don’t overdo the sugar—but let’s be real—if it were that simple, no one would get cavities, right? The issue is that cavities or caries are a huge issue. Here are some stats to back it up. Tooth Cavities—A Growing Epidemic According to a 2021

A recent survey has shown that 43% of adults would like to straighten their smiles, yet we still hesitate. Maybe it’s due to the cost and the time commitment. Perhaps it was because we wore clumsy-looking metal braces when we were younger, but now our teeth have moved again. Short-term orthodontics can offer a solution

Did you know the UK population is rapidly ageing? In 2022, 19% of people were 65 years of age or over and this percentage is projected to increase to 27% by 2072. With an increased ageing population comes the need for better dental care. As we age, gums and teeth face more than the usual

Stress is a ‘silent force’ typical to every human being, and its impacts are devastating. A 2024 survey, for example, reported that  85% of adults experience stress which is a weekly occurrence in over a third of people. Yet, not only does extreme stress pose a risk to our mental health, but it can also