If you’ve been putting off straightening your teeth because you don’t fancy a mouth full of metal, you’re not alone. Invisalign has become the go-to option for adults and teenagers who want straighter teeth without anyone necessarily knowing they’re having treatment. But before booking anything, most people want to understand exactly how Invisalign works, what…

Red gingiva: what it means, what is causing it, and when it needs professional attention Healthy gum tissue is a specific colour, and it is not red. If the gingiva around your teeth has become red, whether in a localised area or across the whole arch, it is signalling an inflammatory response. Something is happening…

Rotten teeth: what is actually happening inside the tooth, what can be done, and why acting sooner always costs less The phrase rotten teeth is not a clinical term, but it is a deeply human one. It describes what decay looks like and feels like from the inside of the experience: a tooth that has…

False teeth: what the options are, how they work, and what to expect at every stage False teeth is one of those phrases that covers a broader range of options than most people initially realise. When people say false teeth, they often mean dentures, the removable replacements for missing teeth that have been a part…

Dental check up: what is it, what is included, and why it matters more than most people thinkA dental check up is one of those appointments that is easy to keep putting off, because it does not feel urgent. Nothing hurts. There is no obvious problem. The thinking goes: if something were wrong, you would…