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What are the top reasons to avoid DIY orthodontics?

What is DIY orthodontics and why should you avoid getting treatment this way?

Dr Jonathan Sandler, President of the British Orthodontic Society, answers these questions and more.

Always seek orthodontic treatment from a trained clinician.

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No Smoking Day: A breath of fresh air for oral health

13 MAR 2024 - No Smoking Day is an annual health awareness day in the UK that encourages smokers to quit.
Understanding the link between mental health, smoking, and oral health

07 MAR 2024 - If you or a loved one is living with a mental illness, it’s important to understand the risks associated with smoking.
HPV Sign away Campaign encourages the uptake of vaccines

4 MAR 2024 - Today is International HPV (human papillomavirus) Awareness Day, the Oracle Cancer Trust is asking parents to sign the Year 8 HPV Vaccine consent forms.
Sugar and obesity: A sweet but dangerous connection

4 MAR 2024 - Today, as we unite to observe World Obesity Day 2024, it’s crucial to shed light on one of the most significant contributors to the global obesity epidemic – sugar.

This is Safe Brace

Dr Ben Atkins explains what you can expect from the new Safe Brace campaign.
How can orthodontic treatment benefit my wellbeing?

Deciding to get orthodontic treatment is a choice that can benefit you in a number of different ways.
What questions should patients seeking treatment be asking?

There are various aspects of treatment to take into consideration when looking for orthodontic treatment.
What is the process behind getting orthodontic treatment?

According to Dr Anshu Sood, considering your options is very important when seeking orthodontics.
Is DIY orthodontic treatment unsafe?

Never cut corners or gamble on your oral health - that's the message from Dr Jonathan Sandler, President of the British Orthodontic Society.
What are the consequences of DIY orthodontics?

It is vital that if you are considering orthodontic treatment, you only seek it from a suitably trained and qualified clinician.
How to make sure you make the best choice for your orthodontic treatment

There are more choices available than ever before, so how do you make sure you make the right one?
What is the positive impact of orthodontic treatment?

When done professionally and safely, orthodontic treatment can be very beneficial for an individual.
How much should I pay for orthodontic treatment?

When considering your options for orthodontic treatment, this is one question you may find yourself asking.

What to do following an extraction

General advice about what to do after having teeth taken out. Includes what precautions you should take and things to avoid.
Mouth ulcers

Usually red or yellow in colour, mouth ulcers are painful sores that can appear inside the mouth and also on the outer lips.
Burning mouth syndrome

Burning Mouth Syndrome can be an extremely uncomfortable condition which can have several potential causes.
Geographic tongue

Geographic tongue is a common condition which can appear on the top and sides of the tongue, and sometimes on the under-surface.
How to spot mouth cancer

How much do you know about the signs and symptoms of mouth cancer? By being Mouthaware you can make a difference in the fight against mouth cancer.
Bridges and partial dentures

These replacement options for missing teeth are often recommended for oral health purposes as well as cosmetic appearance.
What foods and drinks contain acid and why it spells trouble for our oral health

10 JUNE 19 - As part of National Smile Month, the Oral Health Foundation and GSK have come together to discuss the threat acidic foods and drinks pose to our oral health.
Wisdom teeth

The wisdom teeth are the last to appear, right at the back of the mouth, often between 17 and 25 but sometime many years later.
Jaw problems and headaches

If you jaw and teeth are not lined up correctly it will not only affect your bite but could result in severe headaches and jaw pain.
Sugar free chewing gum

Chewing sugar-free gum helps protect your teeth and gums in between meals when it may not be possible to brush with a toothbrush.