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Restore your smile with a dental bridge.

What is a dental bridge?

Crowns can repair cavities and damage, but when you’ve lost a tooth, a dental bridge can restore your smile. Read on to find out more.

Dentists are here to help.

Why are some people scared of the dentist?

A fear of the dentist can make people go years, even decades without an appointment. So, why do so many people have this phobia? And how can it be helped.

An ill-fitting retainer can cause mouth ulcers.

All about mouth ulcers

Most of us have experienced a mouth ulcer at one time or another. While they’re usually nothing to worry about, it’s worth knowing a bit about them.

Do you take care of your tongue?

Taking care of your tongue

Teeth and gums may be the main focus, but your whole mouth needs attention for the best possible clean. Don’t skimp on the tongue!

Don't wait for tooth decay to turn into an abscess.

What is an abscess?

If left untreated, tooth decay can worsen and an abscess might form. Read on to find out exactly what this means, and how to stop it from happening.

Is gargling part of your oral hygiene routine?

Mouthwash through the ages

How much do you know about the history of mouthwash? Read on to find out more, and a few pointers for choosing your own gargle.

Are your teeth causing you problems?

3 common causes of toothache

Many people will suffer from a toothache at one time or another. This can be caused by a number of different issues, and in this blog we’ll discuss three.

Flossing is key to a great smile.

Dental floss through the ages

In the next instalment of our series on the history of dental technology, we take a peek back to the origins of dental floss, and how it’s evolved.

Wear your smile with pride.

What is smile design?

Many people underestimate the importance of a smile. If you’re not happy with yours, get in touch with City Dentists and ask about Smile Design.

Are you looking after your gums?

Understanding and preventing gum disease

Many people suffer from gum disease, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Minimise the risk by taking care of your teeth and regularly visiting your dentist.

Fillings can keep teeth strong.

Different types of dental fillings

Fillings are one of the most common dental procedures performed worldwide, you may even have a few yourself. Do you know what they’re made of?

Toothpaste has a storied and sparkling history.

Toothpaste through the ages

In a recent blog we talked about the history of the toothbrush. That’s only one side to the story though, so read on to learn about toothpaste.

Beware of certain foods that may stain your teeth after bleaching.

Keeping your teeth white after bleaching

Teeth whitening is a great way to boost confidence and get a smile sparkling, so it’s important to take good care of your pearly whites after the treatment.

Plug the gap and keep your teeth looking healthy with a dental implant.

3 reasons to replace missing teeth

A missing tooth can have more damaging effects than a simple gap in your smile. Visit City Dentists to have a dental implant, and avoid further damage.

How much do you know about your toothbrush?

Toothbrushes through the ages

Your toothbrush may seem like the simplest tool in the world, but it’s taken 5,000 years of refinement to get there. Read on to learn about the history.

Keep chewing surfaces clean with fissure sealants.

Prevent decay with fissure sealants

Fissure sealants help to protect the nooks and crannies of your teeth from bacteria buildup. Read on to find out more, and how you can stay protected.

Are you taking the best care of your teeth?

Why do I need to see a dental hygienist?

Even if you feel like your teeth are perfectly clean, a trip to the dental hygienist is a great way to give you the tools to keep them that way.

Face your fear and keep your teeth healthy with sedation dentistry.

Facing your fears with sedation dentistry

Many people have a fear of going to the dentist, but staying away can result in long-term damage to your oral health. Sedation dentistry can help.

Do you know the difference between enamel and dentine?

The structure of teeth

Teeth are one of the most important organs in your body. How much though, do you really know about then? Read on to find out what teeth are made of.