Everything You Need To Know About Wisdom Teeth?

Let’s face it, wisdom teeth are something that us humans have come to dread. In fact
according to EZ Teether, as much as90% of all UK 20 year old’shave at least one wisdom
tooth that hasn’t erupted at all, or has erupted partially. So this begs the question…why
would we be given teeth that cause us so many problems? Well, the answer goes way back
to our ancestors.
Why we have wisdom teeth? – Blame our ancestors!
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What (And When) To Eat After Dental Cleaning

What (And When) To Eat After Dental Cleaning
On more than one occasion when a patient has completed their dental cleaning with us,
we’re often asked ‘what can I eat and how long do I need to wait?’ This is an understandable
concern. After all, no one wants to immediately undo the 20-30 minutes of hard work
needed to get their teeth looking and feeling great, agreed?
Of course, if you’re one of those patients who tend not ...
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6 Healthy Foods That Are Also Great For Your Teeth

If you’re one of many millions of people trying to shed a few pounds after the festive period, then don’t worry, you’re not alone. According to the latest news, us Brits spend a staggering £2.8 billion on trying to get healthy. So if you are looking to eat healthier then it’s good to know that there are certain foods which are not only good for your body, but also great for
your teeth. Let’s take a closer look.

Leafy greens

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Why A Cold Winter Could Affect Your Teeth

Why A Cold Winter Could Affect Your Teeth
If the long-range weather forecast is to be believed, the UK could experience its coldest winter in
10 years. While you can prepare for this by wearing extra layers of clothes when you’re outside,
what about your teeth? Did you know that the cold weather can affect them too?
We’ve probably all experienced pain in a sensitive tooth when something too hot or too cold
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Invisalign vs Clear Braces – What’s The Difference?

Many adults considering straightening their teeth understandably prefer to do so discreetly. However, there seems to be some confusion between two of the most popular choices – Invisalign and Clear Braces. This isn’t surprising because if you’ve searched online then you’ve probably discovered that Invisalign tends to crop up in the search results for clear braces. Here at 44 Dental, we’re often asked if they’re one and the same thing. In fact, they’re two options which treat different dental problems ...

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Back to School Dental Check – Why It’s So Important

Can you believe that there’s only 2 weeks left of the school holidays? How time flies! This is the time when children feel a mixture of excitement and anxiety at the thought of starting school and being away from home, while older children too  have mixed emotions. While you’ve probably been busy kitting out the kids with new school uniform, shoes, and bags, there’s every chance that the thought of a dental check-up may have slipped your mind.

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How to Remove Stains On Teeth? What Are My Options?

A smile can attract people and put them at their ease but if you’ve got stained teeth then chances are you spend most of your time hiding your smile. If you’re embarrassed by the stains on your teeth, then the good news is that there are several options to improve them.

 

Before discussing how to get rid of brown stains on teeth it helps to understand more about the different types of teeth stains.

 

Extrinsic Stains

 

When most people talk about stained teeth ...

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5 Porcelain Veneer Facts You Really Should Know

If the term ‘porcelain veneer’ is unfamiliar, then chances are you’ve heard of the term ‘dental veneers’ or ‘dental porcelain laminates’. Don’t worry because they’re one in the same thing. Consisting of a thin customised, tooth-coloured shell, they’re designed to fit over the front of an existing tooth.

 

Perfect for covering up a wide range of teeth imperfections, porcelain veneers are bonded permanently (well…almost) to your teeth. As a result they’re a highly efficient way of creating a flawless smile. That ...

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Time to Call it Quits – 4 Key Ways That Smoking Affects Your Oral Health

In light of ‘National No Smoking Day’ that’s held in the UK on the second Wednesday in March every year, we thought we’d get on board and show our support by focusing on the dangers that tobacco poses to our oral health. By now, most people are already aware of the dangers that smoking can have on the body – but here are four ways that that smoking affects your oral health too:

  1. Smokers are 7 to 10 times more likely ...
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My Jaw Keeps Clicking – Should I Be Worried?

If your jaw has suddenly started to click or pop while you eat or yawn – aside from being
annoying – it might be causing you to worry. The clicking may be accompanied by pain and
you might feel that you can’t open your jaw fully, which can be pretty scary. But don’t worry,
a clicking or popping jaw is actually quite common – which isn’t surprising when you think
just how much work ...
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