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What Causes Gum Disease and How Can You Prevent It?

24 July 2026

Gum disease is one of the leading causes of tooth loss in adults, but with early diagnosis and the right care, it can often be prevented and successfully managed. Gum disease is one of the most common oral health conditions in the UK, yet many people don’t realise they have it until significant damage has already occurred. In fact, […]

Oral Surgery: What Patients Should Know

29 May 2026

Helping patients feel informed, prepared and reassured about oral surgery. Many patients first hear the term oral surgery after being referred by their dentist for a difficult extraction, problematic wisdom tooth or ongoing dental pain that cannot be resolved with routine treatment alone. Often, the uncertainty around what happens next is what causes the most concern. Questions […]

Tooth Contouring: A Subtle Way to Refine Your Smile

15 April 2026

Everything you need to know about tooth contouring, including how it works, what to expect and when it may be the right option for refining your smile. For many patients, the idea of cosmetic dental treatment can feel overwhelming. However, not all options involve complex procedures or significant changes. Tooth contouring, often called enameloplasty or […]

How Gum Disease Affects Your Overall Health

30 March 2026

Looking beyond your smile: how gum health supports your overall health. Gum disease is one of the most common health conditions in the UK, yet it is often overlooked. Many people associate it with occasional bleeding when brushing or mild discomfort, but its impact can extend far beyond the mouth. At Andrea Ubhi Dentistry in […]

When Should My Child First See an Orthodontist? A Parent’s Guide

17 March 2026

Understanding the right time for your child’s first orthodontic assessment, what signs to look for, and how early guidance can support healthy dental development. Many parents assume orthodontic treatment begins during the teenage years, when braces become more common among classmates. While this is often when active treatment starts, orthodontic care for children can begin […]

The Restorative Benefits of Composite Bonding Explained

15 January 2026

How composite bonding is used to protect, restore, and strengthen natural teeth. Composite bonding is often spoken about as a cosmetic treatment – a way to refine the appearance of teeth, close small gaps, or improve shape and symmetry. While it certainly does all of those things, its role in modern dentistry goes much further. […]

How Dental Implants Restore Smiles: Your Questions Answered

23 December 2025

A practical, reassuring overview of modern implant treatment and what you can expect. Losing a tooth — or several — can have a profound effect on everyday life. It can change how confidently you smile, what foods you feel able to eat, how clearly you speak, and even how you feel about yourself socially and […]

A Guide to Complex Dental Referrals: When Advanced Care Makes a Difference

5 December 2025

Understanding why dentists refer patients for advanced treatment, and how private care supports optimal, patient-centred outcomes. When your dentist recommends a referral for more complex treatment, it’s natural to have questions. You may wonder why the procedure can’t be completed at your usual dental practice, whether private care is truly necessary, and what makes the […]

Gum Disease Explained: Causes, Warning Signs, and How Dentists Treat It

18 November 2025

A complete guide to recognising, preventing, and treating gum disease for a healthier, longer-lasting smile. Gum disease is one of the most common dental health problems among adults in the UK — but it’s also one of the most preventable. At Andrea Ubhi Dentistry in York, we see many patients each year who are concerned […]