Do I Need a Root Canal? Understanding the Signs and Solutions

Expert Advice from Brucegate Dental in Berwick upon Tweed Introduction Root canal treatment is one of the most common procedures carried out in dental practices across the UK and Ireland. Yet, many patients feel anxious at the mere mention of a “root canal” and are unsure if or when they might actually need one. In…

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Why Does My Tooth Hurt?

Understanding the Common Causes of Toothache Expert Advice from Brucegate Dental in Berwick upon Tweed Toothache can be an unpleasant and sometimes alarming experience. At our dental practice, we frequently hear the question, “Why does my tooth hurt?” The truth is, there are many possible reasons, and understanding the cause is the first step towards…

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How to manage Toothache…

If the tooth is extremely sensitive to hot or cold, antibiotics will not help. This is because the decay has to be removed and filled. Following these home measures can hopefully help manage symptoms, until you can be seen by your dentist. Painkillers Anti inflammatories such as ibuprofen can help reduce sensitivity from teeth. We…

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Why your Dentist takes X-rays…

There are a few different reasons why your dentist will take an X-ray, but firstly have you ever wondered what an X-ray is? An X-ray is; A tiny amount of radiation that passes through your body and makes an image on a special type of film or through an electronic detector. The image that is…

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Root Canal It’s Not So Scary

Root Canal Treatment has long been the words that send shivers down a patients spine! But it isn’t anything to be afraid of. Root canal is a treatment to save your tooth and avoiding from having the tooth extracted! What is Root Canal Treatment? Root Canal Treatment, also known as Endodontics, is a dental procedure…

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Broken teeth after an Accident

This patient was left with 2 broken teeth after an accident. We hope you agree we achieved fantastic finished results. In this case we were able to reconstruct the front teeth with white filling material. Bringing that beautiful smile back to life. It is always important to be seen by a dentist as soon as…

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Dont let toothache ruin your holiday

Don’t let toothache ruin your holiday! Check out our tips to help avoid that nagging feeling. Before you go; Make sure you’re up to date with your Dental Check-up  The key to avoid toothache spoiling your holiday, is prevention. If you have any outstanding issues such as a broken tooth, or a niggle your dentist can…

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