In the midst of the global pandemic, a new idea emerged of individuals becoming hyper aware of their own appearance due to increased time spent on conference and video calls: ‘Zoom Face’. ‘Zoom Face’ is the concept that as users are spending time on video calls, they are exposed to themselves in more detail from…
A new report has found dental check-ups among young children fell by 50% in 2020. As a result, millions of children are at risk of facing years of dental decay as figures show those attending check-ups dropped by 50% during the first year of the pandemic. Data recently published by the National Health Service (NHS)…
Tooth loss is fairly common in adults, even though teeth are designed to last a lifetime. Regular visits to the dentist can help prevent the causes of tooth loss. Key takeaways: Gum disease is the primary cause of tooth loss, causing an infection which damages the roots of your teeth. As we get older, we…
Dental implants are a permanent replacement for missing teeth. Your dentist can fit the implant with a crown above to replace a missing tooth or row of missing teeth. Key takeaways: Dental implants are a secure replacement solution, and will not need replacing if properly looked after. Implants are versatile and can be used with…
Smoking can damage your teeth and gums, and increases your risk of oral cancer. Your dentist can offer advice and put you in touch with resources to help you quit smoking. Key takeaways: Oral bacteria increases when smoking, placing smokers at a major risk of gum disease. Smoking has a detrimental impact on the immune…
Children love a treat but unfortunately tend to opt for those sweets that are most harmful to their teeth. All sweets contain sugars and sweeteners — and these play a big role in tooth enamel damage and cavities. While no sweets can be deemed as “safe” for teeth, these are the least harmful: Chocolate Granola…
Last year, TwentyOneDental were thrilled to have won not one, but two awards at the Private Dentistry Awards: Best Digital Practice and Practice of the Year 2020. In an interview with Dentistry.co.uk, Dr Adyl Asani reflects on this incredible double win for TwentyOneDental, plus, why the Private Dentistry Awards are important for both the dental…
Speaking with a lisp affects many people and the proper treatment of the condition will depend upon the underlying cause. Lisping occurs when the tongue makes improper contact with the roof of the mouth, which leads to difficulty pronouncing certain letters. In a number of cases misaligned teeth are usually the culprits and a dentist…
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