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'I have no teeth but am still beautiful – it boosts romance as men love it too'
An American TikTok user with no teeth is taking the internet by storm, proudly showing off her dentures and stunning looks - leaving her male followers suitably impressed
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Little-known change to NHS Find a Dentist website shows 'Rishi Sunak is lying'
A Mirror probe with the British Dental Association has revealed that practices on the NHS "Find a Dentist" website only state they will take on new NHS patients "when availability allows"
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Mum takes daughter to see dentist on Costa del Sol to avoid 2-year-long NHS wait
Elena Veysey and Eva, 16, flew from Bristol to Malaga to beat the NHS waiting list. They were warned Eva could have to wait up to two years for two teeth to be taken out
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Mum permanently disfigured by dentist during routine root canal surgery
Claire Shorrock experienced a 'terrifying' face swelling after a dentist failed to put in a preventative guard before starting a root canal treatment at her practice in Preston, Lancs.
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Woman's years of pain after dentist left her with 'irreparable' tooth decay
Joanne Russell, 52, was forced to undergo extensive remedial work as a result of a substandard crown, defective fillings and untreated dental decay after being treated by Dr Isra Mujahid
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Finding an NHS dentist is like pulling teeth as patients resort to DIY dentistry
The chairman of the British Dental Association said NHS dentistry is a 'top issue' and blasted the government for doing little to give greater access for 'millions with no options'
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Dentist issues warning over signs of 'irreversible' disease in your mouth
The leading dentist said people don't often think about the health of their mouths, but "perhaps we should". There can be tell-tale signs of serious illness on show
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Man 'roaring' in pain pulls out his teeth with pliers despite infection risk
John Molloy, from Cork, Ireland, said he has been in excruciating pain and has had to pull out his teeth with pliers as he can't afford a dentist and realises the dangers
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Dentist warning as dry mouth could be 'red flag' symptom of 5 serious illnesses
One dentist has warned dry mouth can signal potentially life-threatening illnesses that Brits would be wise to keep an eye out for, including Alzheimer's Disease
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Dentist warns of common mistakes you’re making when brushing your teeth
Brushing your teeth may seem like a routine task, but small mistakes can damage them, with many leading to dental problems. With NHS dental care limited, here are some tips to maintain good oral health
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One area of your mouth you must brush to avoid bad breath
Skipping out on brushing properly can have some significant consequences for your oral health. Here, a leading dentist discusses exactly how best to keep your mouth as clean as can be
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Dentist shares meaning of 'hidden codes' they use 'behind your back' at checkup
If you've ever wondered what the 'code' dentists use to talk about you while you're having a checkup means, you're not alone. But now a dentist has shared the meaning, so you can be more informed next time
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Patient whose life was saved by dentist check gives dire warning about NHS
Pensioner Tony Page was referred to hospital when a routine check-up revealed an abnormality - now he warns the collapse of NHS dentistry might be costing lives
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Girl grows 'witch-like' chin from tooth abscess as dentist made to pay £5,000
Emily Smith developed a "witch-like" chin after a chipped tooth turned into a massive abscess and she has now been awarded more than £5,000 compensation from a dentist practice near Blackburn
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Dentist's simple 'teeth saving hack' for those who drink coffee every
A dentist has shared her best 'teeth saving hack' for those who drink coffee or tea every day - and the worst mistake people make that is causing stains and decay
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TikTok dentist leaves patients with 'teeth falling out' and fake braces
Monica Davis registered the business The Veneer Experts in July 2023, which is now under investigation by police. Davis also offered braces, which left Monica Bailey and her 15-year-old daughter terrified of the dentist
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Dentist's warning as new research links not brushing teeth with colon cancer
Dr Ferakh Hamid has warned about the importance of teeth cleaning as bacteria which is found in the mouth can be found in the colon and can in turn increase the risk of colon cancer
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Botched Tory dental ‘rescue plan’ may end up with fewer patients being seen
Patients and dentists staged a protest over dental treatment at Westminster yesterday, as Dentistry Minister Andrea Leadsom prepares to be grilled by MPs today
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Dentist reveals how healthy water habit can cause serious damage to your teeth
One dentist claims drinking water throughout the day can actually ruin your teeth - and has advised people to consider drinking in intervals for better oral health
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Dentist warns common toothbrush habit can 'damage and decay' teeth
Reaching for the toothbrush after vomiting is common practice for many people, but dentist Dr Vikas Prinja has warned against this - and explained the best way to clean inside your mouth after being sick
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Thousands of dentists not seeing millions of NHS patients in UK 'dental deserts'
The General Dental Council says more than 5,000 dentists do not see any private patients as millions of Brits struggle to get appointments for their teeth - with one in seven dentists now working solely for the NHS
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Creepy abandoned dental clinic frozen in time with discarded teeth and needles
One brave urban explorer set foot in a deserted dental clinic, frozen in time as its owners left it to rot after a natural disaster wreaked havoc and flooded its insides
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Dentist's 27p miracle solution for healthy teeth and gums amid oral care crisis
With around 90 percent of dental practices refusing to accept new NHS adult patients, dentist Dr Rahul Nehra has shared a nifty solution for healthy teeth and gums
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One surprising drink a dentist urges you to avoid for healthy teeth
While the ill effects of sugary drinks on our teeth are well known, there's another rather more wholesome-sounding beverage that's nowhere near as good for your pearly whites as you might think
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Dentist warns you should eat your Easter eggs in one go – or risk tooth decay
In shocking new guidance you'd least expect from a leading dentist, Brits have been warned the sugary snack should be consumed in one sitting - as frequent snacking poses its own risks