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Choosing the Right Toothbrush: Manual vs Electric

Manual or electric? A patient guide to what the evidence shows, when each is enough, the difference between oscillating-rotating and sonic, and the bristle and head specs that actually matter.

Updated 24 May 2026

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Patches

Chronic Hyperplastic Candidiasis (Candidal Leukoplakia): A stubborn white patch

Chronic hyperplastic candidiasis is a persistent white patch from Candida infection, often linked to smoking. Here's how it's diagnosed and treated.

Updated 24 May 2026

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Children

Hypodontia and Supernumerary Teeth: When teeth are missing or extra

Hypodontia is missing teeth that never formed; supernumerary teeth are extras beyond the normal set. Here's how each is diagnosed and managed at any age.

Updated 24 May 2026

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Children

Eruption Cyst (Eruption Hematoma): A soft bluish swelling over a new tooth

An eruption cyst is a harmless bluish bubble on the gum over an erupting tooth. Here's what causes it and why most need only reassurance, not treatment.

Updated 24 May 2026

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Children

Dens Invaginatus (Dens in Dente): A developmental tooth-within-a-tooth

Dens invaginatus is a developmental fold inside a tooth that can let bacteria reach the pulp early. Here's how it's spotted and sealed before infection.

Updated 24 May 2026

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Children

Dens Evaginatus (Talon Cusp): A small extra cusp explained

Dens evaginatus is a small extra cusp on a child's tooth that can fracture and expose the pulp. Here's how it's spotted and protected before complications.

Updated 24 May 2026

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Prevention

Living with Dry Mouth: Prevention and Daily Care

Dry mouth is more than a dry feeling. It changes the chemistry of the mouth and raises decay and gum disease risk. A patient guide to causes, daily care, and when to see your dentist.

24 May 2026

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Cold Sores

Measles — Koplik Spots

Koplik spots are the early in-mouth sign of measles, appearing before the rash. Here's how to recognise them and why prompt isolation and care matter.

Updated 24 May 2026

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