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Dental emergency on the French Riviera: what to doA broken tooth or sudden pain away from home is stressful. Here is who to contact on the Côte d’Azur, and what you can do while you wait.
Going to the dentist in France: what to expectBooking, paying, being reimbursed: the French dental system is straightforward once you know how it works. Here is what to expect as an English-speaking patient.
Why you should avoid mints and sugary sweets before bedMany patients think a small sweet before bed has no effect. In fact, it is one of the moments most favourable to tooth decay.
Custom-made dental veneersVeneers improve colour, harmonise the shape and size of teeth, and close small gaps — with minimal preparation of the natural tooth.
PRF: platelet-rich fibrinYou may have heard of PRF, but what is it exactly? An advanced technique that speeds up healing using your own blood.
Digital impressions: the advantages of new dental technologyNo more uncomfortable putty impressions: a scanner captures a detailed 3D image of your teeth in seconds.
How often should you see a dentist?There is no single interval for everyone: check-ups are scheduled according to your oral health and individual risk.- Sensitive teeth: causes and solutionsSensitivity shows as a brief but intense pain on contact with hot, cold, sweet or acidic food. Here is why, and what helps.
The secrets of a perfect smileA perfect smile is not only a matter of luck or genetics. Here are the criteria that define one, and the steps to get there.
Keeping your teeth white: our essential tipsWhether your teeth are naturally white or you have just finished a whitening treatment, keeping them bright takes a little effort.
How to choose a whitening toothpasteWhitening toothpastes promise visible results in a few days. Here is how to choose one that brightens your teeth without harming the enamel.
Which foods protect your gums?A balanced diet strengthens the gums and reduces inflammation. Here are the categories of food that help — and those to limit.
Digital Smile Design: seeing your smile before treatmentA digital method that lets you see — and approve — your future smile before any treatment begins.
Dental inlays: ceramic or composite?Ceramic or composite? Each material has its strengths. Here is what separates them, and how to choose.
Should an old amalgam filling be replaced?A sound amalgam filling should not be removed routinely. The decision is made tooth by tooth after a clinical assessment.
Saying goodbye to white spots with Icon resinWhite spots on the teeth can be treated in a single session, with no drilling and no anaesthetic — and the result is visible immediately.
A brighter smile with invisible alignersClear, removable aligners gradually move the teeth into position — without the drawbacks of traditional metal braces.
At-home teeth whitening: everything you need to knowCustom trays and a professional kit let you whiten your teeth at your own pace, at home — with just two appointments at the practice.
The link between diabetes and periodontitisDiabetes and periodontitis influence one another in both directions — a connection that deserves particular attention.- Dental emergencies: what you need to know and how to actDental emergencies happen without warning. Knowing how to react can make all the difference in limiting damage and easing pain.