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Tooth replacement

When teeth are missing, it can affect the way the rest of your teeth bite together. Replacing missing teeth can improve both your appearance and dental health. Treatment options include dentures, bridges and implants.

Dental hygiene

Good oral hygiene is very important to help prevent tooth decay and gum disease. It involves cleaning your teeth at least twice a day with fluoride toothpaste, visiting the dentist and hygienist regularly, and limiting the amount of sugar in your diet.

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Dental anxiety

Dental anxiety is feeling nervous about, or being fearful of, visiting a dentist. It can sometimes be a barrier to people getting dental treatment. It's common and can affect people of all ages.

Root canal treatment

Root canal treatment (also known as endodontic therapy) aims to clean, shape and fill the entire root canal of a tooth. It involves removing inflamed or dead nerves and blood vessels from the centre of your tooth.

 

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