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4 Trendy TikTok Dental Hacks That Aren't Actually A Good Idea

Want whiter teeth, a better smile or less swelling? Avoid these quick fixes circulating on TikTok.
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Why You Really Should Be Cleaning Your Toothbrush

Toothbrushes can harbour bacteria, saliva and other contamination. Dentists explain how to clean them.
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When Will Routine NHS Dentist Appointments Return To Normal?

Since June, dental practices have been steadily reopening across the UK. But many people still can't get an appointment.
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Gum Disease Is 'Often Missed'. These Are The Warning Signs.

It’s thought 90% of adults in the UK have some form of gum disease. So what do you need to know?
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Grin And Bear It: Why We’re Having Avoidable Tooth Extractions

Dentists reopened in June, but a lack of PPE means basic treatments are still unavailable. For some, losing teeth is the only option.
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Is Your Teeth Whitening Treatment Doing You More Harm Than Good?

As BBC News uncovers the scale of illegal teeth whitening practices in the UK, here's how to check yours.
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Thinking About Getting Veneers? Here's What You Need To Know

Love Island's Connor revealed he got veneers in Thailand by a "random dentist". Here's how the process works.
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Kids Under Five Are Having Rotting Teeth Extracted – But It's Preventable

It's the most common hospital procedure in children.
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Street Dentists Are Giving Homeless People A Reason To Smile With Teeth MOT

"They behave as if I’ve given them the moon."
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Can Pregnancy Cause Tooth Loss? Stacey Solomon Reveals How Her Teeth Were 'Destroyed'

'If you follow this advice, there is no reason to assume that teeth will be damaged during pregnancy.'
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