There are many different forms of dental work and cosmetic dentistry is without a doubt the most aesthetically focused. For a relatively low investment of time and money it’s something that can make a big difference to life every day. So, why is it so important?

As dental specialists we know a thing or two about teeth. From the best ways to care for them, to the role they play as an indicator of overall body health, there’s a lot more to your teeth than just giving you a confident, attractive smile. These are some of the key facts about teeth that everyone should know.

While most of us think of our teeth as just ‘teeth,’ in fact there’s a lot more to them than that. The different types of teeth in our mouths have multiple functions and purposes and each one has an impact on our overall health. Therefore, this blog will cover the different types of teeth and their functions.

The wisdom tooth gets its name from the fact that it doesn’t appear until we’re old enough and wise enough to deserve it…that’s just one of the many myths and legends that have arisen around the subject of wisdom teeth over the years. The truth is that they do arrive late – they are the third and final set of molars that most of us will get and they tend to make their presence felt in our teens or early twenties. As no one really knows why wisdom teeth exist, or what makes them appear in some mouths and not others, there are plenty of mysteries surrounding them – here are just a few:

Preventative dentistry helps to care for teeth and keep them healthy, to avoid any problems arising. It is the first step to healthy teeth and a healthy mouth and often less painful and involved than restorative dentistry – which we need when something has gone wrong. In the UK more than a quarter of adults only visit their dentist when they have a problem. Which might be why 31% of adults have tooth decay and 29% suffer from regular dental pain. Preventative dentistry has many benefits but there are four reasons in particular to make it part of your oral care routine.

Good oral health isn’t just about avoiding certain food and drink. It’s also important to consume products that will provide your body with the tools to build stronger teeth and healthier gums. Consuming drinks that are positive for stronger teeth – and giving them to your children to try – can help to avoid a future full of dental problems.

Dental emergencies are much more common than you might think. In fact, they have become the main reason for child admission to hospital in the UK. Dental emergencies come in all sorts of shapes and sizes, from a broken tooth through to an infection or damage caused by a trip or fall. Not all dental incidents need urgent treatment so when do you know that it’s time to take action and see an emergency dentist?

Gum disease is something that many of us underestimate. We often assume that gum disease is a fairly mild condition that might cause a bleeding gum here and there but nothing more serious. However, the reality of gum disease is that it can be pretty serious and, if not treated, could result in tooth loss.

A visit to your dentist isn’t exactly high on most people’s lists of fun things to do. However, regular checkups are an important part of making sure that you have strong oral health in the years to come. Investing in the health of your mouth now could save a lot of time, hassle and expense in the future.

Teeth can become damaged for a number of reasons, whether that’s because you don’t look after them well enough or for something out of your control.

Dental crowns are considered to be restorative dentistry due to their power of helping your teeth to recover from damage, while they also carry a number of aesthetic benefits too.