Medical articles of Tooth decay

01/05/2025
Dr Mark Hughes
Cosmetic dentistry
Tooth erosion and reconstruction: how Ozempic may be impacting your smile
Ozempic is an exciting new treatment for both diabetes and obesity. However, evidence is emerging that this drug may be contributing to tooth erosion. In this article, a cosmetic dentist explains how tooth erosion occurs, and the techniques used to correct it.
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16/01/2025
Dr David Bloom
Restorative and cosmetic dentist
Why you might want a full mouth rehabilitation
A full mouth rehabilitation can be a life-changing solution for individuals experiencing significant dental issues. Whether you are struggling with severe tooth wear, missing teeth or misalignment, this comprehensive dental treatment restores function, aesthetics and overall oral health. It’s not just about improving your smile; it also ensures that your teeth and jaw work harmoniously, improving your quality of life.
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20/12/2024
Dr Anne Korkis
General & Cosmetic Dentist & Facial Aesthetics
Dental erosion: How to prevent tooth structure loss
Dental erosion is a serious oral health concern that can lead to the gradual loss of tooth structure. Understanding its causes, how it differs from other forms of tooth wear, its available treatments, and prevention strategies is essential for maintaining a healthy smile. Dr Anne Korkis, leading general and cosmetic dentist and facial aesthetics clinician, provides an expert insight.
24/06/2024
Written by Top Doctors
What are the different steps of the full mouth rehabilitation procedure?
Full mouth rehabilitation, also known as full mouth reconstruction or restoration, involves a series of dental procedures aimed at improving the health, function and aesthetics of the entire mouth.
20/11/2023
Dr Adi Moran
Endodontist
Expert insight: How do endodontists diagnose the cause of oral pain?
Highly respected endodontist Dr Adi Moran shares his expert insight on diagnosing the source of dental pain in this informative article.
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02/11/2023
Dr Adi Moran
Endodontist
Dental pain: Diagnosis, treatment and key advice on when to see a specialist
We hear from highly respected endodontist Dr Adi Moran on the causes of dental pain and when to seek specialised care for a toothache. The leading expert also outlines the crucial elements necessary for successful root canal treatment, including the importance of top quality instruments and equipment.
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23/05/2023
Mr Mohammed Anabtawi
Maxillofacial Surgeon
Wisdom tooth extraction: Your questions answered by an expert
In this informative guide for patients, we hear from highly respected consultant oral and maxillofacial surgeon Mr Mohammed Anabtawi on wisdom tooth extraction, including when it is required, how it is performed and expert advice on aftercare.
17/06/2022
Dr Amit Mohindra
Implant & Restorative Dental Surgeon
Ask an expert: What are the benefits of dental implants?
Highly esteemed dentist Dr Amit Mohindra explains how best to care for dental implants and discusses their advantages in this informative guide.
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23/07/2021
Dr Behnoosh Bidar
Dentist
Detecting, removing and preventing tooth decay: this is how it works!
Hardly visible to the naked eye can lie interdental decay (in between the teeth). Decay in the interdental space is the most common type of decay in adult dentition and usually goes unnoticed for a long time. As a result, quite a bit of tooth substance can already be damaged when it is finally detected. In this article, expert dental surgeon Dr Behnoosh Bidar describes all we need to know about tooth decay.
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15/02/2021
Professor Christian Mehl
Specialist in Prosthodontics
My inlay fell out, what do I do?
Although dental inlays are made of ceramic - a very resistant material with a good long-term survival rate - they can still fall out in some cases. In this article, Professor Christian Mehl, a prosthodontics specialist at Wimpole Street Dental Clinic in London, explains what you need to know if this happens.
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