Dental advice and information
Find information on dental symptoms, and what treatments we offer.
Check your symptoms, or see what treatment is available
Dental symptoms
If something doesn’t feel right, or you’re experiencing pain, we can help you find out what could be causing it.
Dental treatments
Whether you’d like to restore your smile or you’re looking for help and advice, find the treatment that’s right for you.
Help with pain and discomfort
Bleeding gums or gum disease
Bleeding gums can be caused by over-brushing, but can also be a sign of gum disease.
Abscesses
Abscesses cause inflammation and swelling, and can be very painful. They are usually caused by an infection and can get worse if left untreated.
Toothache
Toothache can be a sign of problems with your teeth or gums.
Missing teeth
Missing teeth can cause difficulty biting, chewing and eating. They can also cause issues with your other teeth.
Treatments to restore your smile
Teeth whitening
Get a brighter smile and boost your confidence. Find a whitening treatment that’s right for you.
Patient story: Saving Molly’s smile
Molly’s story | Watch in under 3 minutes
Molly came to Dental Excellence after a car accident left her with damaged teeth on one side of her face, leaving her with a lack of confidence and unable to eat properly. We were able to restore her smile ready for a very special occasion.
as head butler at howard house self-presentation has always been of paramount importance to me however there has always been something missing
i had a car accident about 10 years ago
lost a lot of the teeth on the left hand side of my face and i'd had various problems with my teeth
and i couldn't eat properly and i couldn't smile properly and i did a lot of this all the time
when i was talking and it just wasn't good enough
i hated it it made me miserable when molly came to see us she couldn't eat she covered her mouth
when she smiled it really affected her life um and it's really nice from our point of view we see loads and loads of people like that
that we get the chance to make a massive difference to their lifestyle
i had lots of appointments where i'd come in and they'd talk things through with me
and they'd x-ray things they'd show me things on x-rays and they kept me part of it all the way through there was never a point
when i wasn't sure what was going on or what was going to happen next they always made sure
that i knew what was happening and why it was happening and what the end result would be well molly
actually first came across us at my other practice over in farsi initially
she came there for a consultation and that's classic really if the ethos behind dental excellence clinically she's a challenging case due to the bone loss that she'd experienced there were no surprises nothing happened that i wasn't expecting to happen except it didn't hurt
and i thought it would i always thought i wouldn't be one of the people that cried
and i did i cried when they showed me my teeth i'd given the guys a deadline all the way through they had to have everything done in time for me to go to buckingham palace to meet the queen
and they hit the deadline and the swelling had gone and the teeth were done and everything looked perfect and then i fell over and broke my arm and went in a full pot my arm is sling which wasn't the plan but the teeth were great
and i smiled all day and had lots of photographs taken and i felt a million dollars i've just got all my confidence back they offered me new teeth and a good smile
and i got new teeth in the fab smile

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If you’re looking for treatment or help with a dental issue, you can book an appointment in one of our Bupa Dental Care practices.
Find a Bupa dentist that’s close to you, and book your appointment online or over the phone.
How can we help you?
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Get in touch by filling in our contact form. Our team will be happy to answer any questions you might have.
No, orthodontics for adults is becoming more and more common. We can talk through your options with you.
Whitening can be an important part of a smile makeover. We always check the suitability of your teeth, as it may not be recommended for some patients with high sensitivity. It’s important to know that we may not be able to treat all of your teeth: whitening can’t alter the colour of fillings, crowns, veneers, for example. Your dentist can explain and suggest any options open to you.
Yes, we try our best to accommodate all emergency appointments, however they are subject to availability, so please contact your local practice for details.
We understand that some people struggle with dental treatment, so we have lots of ways to help put you at ease. Please just tell us how you feel and what worries you, and then we can work together to decide on the right approach.
Nowadays, your dentist doesn’t necessarily have to refer you before you can see a hygienist, so please ask. But do remember to keep seeing your dentist for regular check-ups, as well.
We may be able to arrange a finance plan. Please contact your local practice for further information.
Yes, the majority of our practices are self-referral, which means you can get in touch with your local practice, register directly and book an appointment. We have a small number of specialist practices, which require a dentist referral.
Many of our practices offer extended opening times, including evening and weekend appointments. Get in touch with your local practice to check availability.
You can get in touch at any time to enquire about availability. You can pop in, call us or if you're a new patient, check our online availability.
Generally, we recommend regular check-ups. However, the intervals vary on a case by case basis. Your Bupa Dental Care dentist will talk to you about when and how often we need to see you.
Fillings repair small holes in your tooth enamel. If they aren’t filled, the decay will deepen. You’ll start to feel pain, and you could end up needing root canal treatment, which is much more significant and costs more. So although you might not feel pain right now, it’s best to repair these holes as soon as possible.
Veneers and crowns are similar in that they can be made from porcelain or ceramic and can be colour matched to your own teeth. However, a veneer is a very thin layer which is bonded to the front of your tooth, whereas a crown covers the entire tooth. You may need a crown because of the amount of damage or discolouration. Your dentist can advise you on the right course of action for your bespoke needs.
Your teeth can start to slowly move back to where they were before, so we recommend carefully following the advice of your dentist in order to maintain the new position of your teeth.
No, Bupa Dental Care practices are open to everyone. If you do have Bupa dental insurance, at selected practices we can guide you through how to claim.
First, please check that our practice offers the services you’re looking for, then simply use the referral form on our contact page. Do feel free to give us a call and tell us what you’re looking for.
Your dental practice will be happy to do this for you. Please search for your practice and contact them using the general enquiry form. They may ask you to complete the Patient Record Transfer Request Form.
Your dental practice will be happy to send you a copy. Please search for your practice and contact them using the general enquiry form.
Bupa Dental Care is a trading name of Oasis Dental Care Limited. Registered in England and Wales No: 00478127. Registered office: Bupa Dental Care, Vantage Office Park, Old Gloucester Road, Hambrook, Bristol, United Kingdom BS16 1GW.
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