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Do you still associate going to the dentist with having uncomfortable, sticky impression material placed inside your mouth while you count down the seconds until the ordeal is over? If you have ever postponed an appointment simply to avoid the traditional “mould”, you should know that you are not alone. The good news is that […]

Have you ever been told that you need a dental crown and immediately felt overwhelmed by everything that comes next? I am talking about multiple visits to the dentist, waiting for weeks —or even months—, impressions that feel like a test of courage and, of course, the uncomfortable feeling of being unable to smile confidently.

Teeth rot mainly because of untreated dental decay. This happens when bacteria in the mouth feed on sugars and starches from food, producing acids that progressively destroy the enamel and dentine and, if the process is not stopped, eventually reach the nerve. Even when you understand this process, it is common to look in the

Chewing gum can have both positive and negative effects on oral health, depending mainly on whether it contains sugar and how long you chew it. Although it is an extremely common habit —whether we use it to freshen our breath, relieve anxiety or simply out of habit— we rarely stop to consider what is actually

Does the mere thought of dental anaesthesia send a shiver down your spine? You are not alone. For many people, the image of a large needle is one of the main reasons for postponing a dental appointment. Even those who consider themselves brave often admit it: they are more afraid of the injection than the

Have you ever imagined that visiting the dentist could be as “technological” as using an app to order food or watch your favourite television series? Artificial intelligence has entered dental clinics and, far from being a passing trend, is revolutionising diagnoses and treatments. Naturally, this raises the usual questions: does it genuinely perform better? Is

Going to the dentist often raises some questions: Will I be treated the same as everyone else? Will they really know what I need, or will they just read my file when I walk in? It’s normal to have these questions. We all like to feel heard and treated as unique individuals, not just another

Have you ever woken up with jaw pain and not quite sure why? Or has your partner jokingly or worriedly remarked that you sound like a train derailing in your sleep? Relax, you’re not alone. Bruxism is that silent enemy that most people don’t even recognize until their dentist discovers it during a checkup. It might start

At ES Dental Clinic, we believe that every smile tells a story and that your teeth reveal much more than meets the eye. You’ve probably wondered at some point: can I really maintain good oral health for life? These questions are likely familiar: Do I need to visit the dentist several times a year? Is

Tooth sensitivity has a way of appearing when you least expect it and turning a special moment into a rather uncomfortable experience. Has it ever happened to you? Maybe you were just about to enjoy a cold drink, an ice cream dessert, or a beverage that would brighten your day… and suddenly a sharp pain in your