Medical articles from Dr Mark Hughes

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01/05/2025

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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22/04/2020

Dr Mark Hughes

Cosmetic dentistry

Invisalign® braces: what results can I expect?

Ugly braces are a thing of the past thanks to the Invisalign system, which uses virtually invisible aligners to move and straighten your teeth. But, how well do they really work in comparison to traditional metal braces? One of London's leading cosmetic dentists Dr Mark Hughes answers this and more.

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05/08/2019

Dr Mark Hughes

Cosmetic dentistry

Dental implants: what are my options?

Dental implants are well-established in both complex restorative and cosmetic dentistry as a way to replace teeth that are missing or beyond repair. Top dentist Dr Mark Hughes is here to talk about the advantages and options dental implants offer.

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13/05/2019

Dr Mark Hughes

Cosmetic dentistry

Dental bonding: how does it work?

A smile can work wonders for your confidence. If you have tooth damage or discolouration then you may feel a little embarrassed to say cheese. We've asked expert cosmetic dentist Dr Mark Hughes to explain how to get your smile back through the used of cosmetic bonding, a simple procedure to repair and refine teeth.

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26/03/2019

Dr Mark Hughes

Cosmetic dentistry

Is your toothache a tooth abscess?

If you’re experiencing a sudden, throbbing pain in your gum, accompanied by swelling, increased pressure and a bad taste in your mouth, you might have an abscess. Dr Mark Hughes, renowned dentist and founder of Harley Street Dental Studio explains what causes a tooth abscess, who is more likely to get an abscess and what we can all do to avoid one.

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15/03/2019

Dr Mark Hughes

Cosmetic dentistry

Invisible braces and teeth straightening

Been told that you need to have your teeth straightened but worried about having metal braces? Our expert dentist Dr Mark Hughes explains how invisible braces are the way to go!

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14/02/2019

Dr Mark Hughes

Cosmetic dentistry

The best teeth whitening option for you

Do you have discoloured or stained teeth? Teeth whitening can actually be one of the most effective and easy ways to completely transform your smile. Discover from a professional cosmetic dentist, Dr Mark Hughes, how teeth whitening can help to restore your beaming smile and what his whitening treatment of choice is.

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30/01/2019

Dr Mark Hughes

Cosmetic dentistry

Porcelain veneers – how to get a Hollywood smile

Have you ever wondered why celebrities all seem to have perfect, dazzling smiles? If you are looking to achieve a bright, uniform smile, then you should consider porcelain veneers. Dr Mark Hughes, an award-winning cosmetic dentist, explains how porcelain veneers work, how they can be used, and the pros and cons of this dental treatment.

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05/09/2018

Dr Mark Hughes

Cosmetic dentistry

How do Invisalign braces work?

Invisalign is an orthodontic system that uses aligners to straighten the teeth. Traditional orthodontic treatments use braces and wires, but invisalign uses removable aligners that are more discreet and make cleaning the teeth a lot more manageable. Dr Mark Hughes , a leading cosmetic dentist in the U.K tells us how invisalign braces work and if they can fix an overbite.

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22/06/2018

Dr Mark Hughes

Cosmetic dentistry

How do veneers work and how much do they cost?

Veneers are hand-crafted applications that cover the front of the teeth to improve their size, shape and colour. Dr Mark Hughes, a top dentist, explains how they work.