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Can You Catch an STI Without Having Sex? What Actually Puts You at Risk

Can STIs spread without penetrative sex? Learn how infections are transmitted, common myths, and when STI testing may be appropriate.

26 February 2026Read

Restorative Dentistry10 min read

Should You Replace Silver Fillings with White Fillings? A London Dentist’s Guide

Considering replacing silver fillings with white composite? Learn when it may be appropriate, what's involved, and key factors London patients should know.

25 February 2026Read

Dental Health9 min read

Is a Tiny Cavity a Big Problem? What Early Tooth Decay Really Means

Is a tiny cavity serious? Learn when early tooth decay can be managed and when a small white filling may be recommended.

25 February 2026Read

Cosmetic Dentistry10 min read

Do You Need Composite Bonding, Veneers — or Just a White Filling?

Not sure whether you need bonding, veneers or a white filling? Learn the key differences and how to decide which option suits your teeth.

25 February 2026Read

Dental Health9 min read

Do Fillings Hurt? What to Expect During and After a White Filling

Worried about filling pain? Learn what to expect during and after a white filling, including normal sensitivity and when to seek advice.

25 February 2026Read

Restorative Dentistry9 min read

Chipped or Cracked Tooth: Can a White Filling Fix It?

Can a white filling repair a chipped or cracked tooth? Learn when composite bonding works, when a crown may be needed, and what to expect during treatment.

25 February 2026Read

Emergency Dentistry8 min read

Wisdom Tooth Pain or Just Sore Gums? London Dentist Explains 7 Warning Signs

Not sure if it's sore gums or a wisdom tooth problem? Learn 7 warning signs of infection or impaction and when to seek dental advice in London.

24 February 2026Read

Emergency Dentistry8 min read

Jaw Locked or Can't Open Your Mouth? It Might Be Your Wisdom Tooth – London Emergency Guide

Struggling to open your mouth due to wisdom tooth pain or swelling? Learn about trismus, infection-related jaw locking, when it signals a dental emergency, and how a dentist can help.

24 February 2026Read

Medical7 min read

High Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP) in a Bone Profile Blood Test: Causes and What It Means

What does high alkaline phosphatase mean in a bone profile blood test? Learn common causes of raised ALP, when further tests are needed, and what elevated levels may indicate.

24 February 2026Read

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