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What are the signs of fluoride deficiency and how do I treat it?
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What are the signs of fluoride deficiency and how do I treat it?

It’s long been known that fluoride has the ability to reduce tooth decay. In fact, it even helps to repair tooth decay when decay is still in its early stages. This makes fluoride one of the best ways to fight cavities. However, some people don’t get enough fluoride, and this can lead to dental cavities...

How disclosing tablets can help you fight plaque
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How disclosing tablets can help you fight plaque

Plaque is a sticky film of bacteria that can cause dental problems such as cavities and tooth decay. Unfortunately, many of our patients have problems with plaque as it’s a very common issue among the population. The good news, however, is there are a variety of methods you can use to fight plaque. The obvious...

How to protect your kids’ teeth this Easter
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How to protect your kids’ teeth this Easter

Parents across the country know how hard it is to limit their children’s’ intake of sugar at Easter. That’s why we’ve come up with simple five tips to protect your children’s teeth from the Easter bunny. Be smart about the Easter egg you buy You don’t have to buy each child an extravagant egg that...

Cavities – causes and treatments
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Cavities – causes and treatments

Cavities are one of the most common dental problems we see at Unique Smiles. They happen in children as well as adults, and they’re also one of the biggest causes of tooth loss. In this post, we’ll explain the causes of cavities as well as what you can do to treat them. What are cavities?...

How to look after your oral health if you have diabetes
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How to look after your oral health if you have diabetes

Diabetes is a condition where a person’s blood sugar levels are too high. When our blood sugar levels go out of control, it can cause a wide range of problems, including problems with our teeth and gums. In fact, dental problems and diabetes often go hand in hand. In this post, we’ll discuss the most...

How to prevent tooth decay in older children and young adults
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How to prevent tooth decay in older children and young adults

Late childhood and early adulthood can be a tough time. Children this age begin to go through puberty, which makes them prone to mood swings and tantrums. They are also more susceptible to peer pressure at this age and may become withdrawn from their parents. Given the challenges of late childhood and early adulthood, one...

Make your smile sparkle this Christmas with teeth whitening
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Make your smile sparkle this Christmas with teeth whitening

It’s almost Christmas again, an occasion for good cheer, festivities and spending time with the family. It also means good food and relaxing from work (even if just for a couple of days!). But what will you do if your loved ones want to take a family photo on Christmas day? When you hear the...

Do Brits really have bad teeth?
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Do Brits really have bad teeth?

A common joke in the US is that British people have bad teeth. In one Simpsons episode, for example, a dentist shows Lisa “The Big Book of British Smiles”, a book containing horrific pictures of Brits with large crooked teeth, including Prince Charles, Sherlock Holmes and Buckingham Palace guards. And in the Austin Powers films,...

Dental Bridges
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Dental Bridges

White or tooth coloured fillings provide a healthier, more natural alternative to traditional silver amalgam fillings. They also allow for a minimally invasive restoration meaning more of your natural tooth can be preserved.

Five dental tips for your holidays
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Five dental tips for your holidays

So you’ve got your flip flops on and your plane tickets booked, it’s time for your new holiday! But wait – you didn’t forget about your teeth, did you? Because one thing that people often overlook before a holiday is the health of their teeth. It’s easy to take care of them when you’re at...