News & tips

Plain advice on everyday problems and treatments, from bad breath and sensitive teeth to implants and nerves in the chair.

When to see a dentist
6 February 2020
Toothache, bleeding gums, a sore that won’t heal and the other signs that mean it’s time for a check.
Afraid of the dentist?
4 October 2019
How laughing gas (nitrous oxide) helps nervous patients relax in the chair while staying awake.
Baby bottle tooth decay
20 September 2019
Why baby teeth get cavities, how sugary drinks and shared spoons cause them, and the habits that prevent them.
Bad breath
3 September 2019
What causes bad breath, from bacteria and dry mouth to gum disease, and what keeps it away.
Sensitive teeth
22 August 2019
Why ice cream or hot coffee can hurt, and the treatments that help, from a special toothpaste to a crown.
Dental implants
22 March 2019
What an implant is, whether it hurts, how long it takes, and how it compares with dentures and bridges.
Keeping teeth white
22 October 2017
Why few people have naturally white teeth, and what brushing, whitening and veneers can each do about stains.
A balanced smile
22 October 2017
What GlamSmile weighs when it designs veneers: tooth colour, the gums, proportions and the line of your lower lip.
Lipstick and your smile
22 October 2017
How the colour of your lipstick and the way you line your lips change how white your teeth look.
Your teeth and your age
25 September 2017
How worn, yellowing teeth can make a face look older, and what veneers change.

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