We all know the importance of looking after our teeth. It is drummed into us from an early age by our parents, our schools and by health and dental practitioners, and, our childhood visits to the dentist were often commemorated with stickers and smiles after a quick examination and polish. And yet, tooth decay is a massive problem in the UK for both adults and children, with almost 1 in 3 adults in the UK experiencing some kind of tooth decay, with 23.7% of 5 year old children surveyed had experience of dentinal decay, with the figure going up to 30.6% in the North West, according to Government figures from…

Our health will always be the most valuable thing in our lives. It is the one thing that cannot be created or bought, which makes it so important in the eyes of many. It is through good health that individuals can have happy and successful futures.  Whilst most focus on the health of their eyes or organs, it seems it can be quite easy to forget about dental health. As a parent, it is vital to teach little ones about the importance of good dental health.  It doesn’t mean that you need to be a professional to ensure they are doing a good job, but instead, instil positive daily habits…

Are you considering a dental implant to replace your missing tooth? A dental implant is an effective long-term solution for restoring one’s smile. It is important to understand the cost structure involved before undergoing this procedure. This post provides an in-depth look into its price and what may influence the overall expense of getting a dental implant. It will adequately prepare you to make an informed choice! What Is a Dental Implant? A dental implant is surgically implanted into the jawbone that acts as an artificial tooth root and provides a strong foundation for mounting replacement teeth, bridges or dentures. How Does it Work? Dental implants replace teeth that are…

 Grills or Grillz, also known as fronts or golds originated in the Hip-hop Culture.  It is a type of jewelry worn in front of the teeth, usually made of precious metal accompanied with precious stones and is generally detachable. They are the perfect way to show off your wealth by just literally smiling. Grills started way back in the early 1980’s when New York rappers started wearing them. And now even though the grills bandwagon has not reached its peak, it is slowly rising into mainstream fashion. You can find many celebrities today buying gold teeth grills. Some out of curiosity and others follow their ghetto gospel religiously. Here are…