Prettygate Blog
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Pretty Bear’s 1st Prettygate Smile Clinic! Smile Better With Whiter Teeth
Welcome! To Pretty Bear’s 1st, and by no means last, Prettygate smile clinic! In this smile clinic, I am going to teach you how to smile better by keeping your teeth whiter, sounds simple enough, right? Yes is the answer, but you must follow my advice closely! Smiling...
Pretty Bear’s Top 5 Ridiculous Natural Teeth Whitening Treatments
Natural teeth whitening treatments come in many shapes and sizes and honestly, it was hard to whittle down the list to just 5 ridiculous treatments but alas, it has been done. It wasn’t easy, as some people are just ridiculous and will try anything to get whiter...
My First Week at Prettygate Dental: A Pretty Bear Story
I am a happy bear now, a happy well loved Pretty Bear. But this wasn’t always the case, I used to live a very different life, and then it all changed. The world I loved was turned-flipped-upside-down, and I'd like to take a minute, so just sit right there, and I'll...
The Best Teeth Whitening Treatments, From the History Books!
Teeth whitening is undoubtedly one of the most popular cosmetic dentistry treatments about today, with $11 billion being spent on it in America alone last year! However, teeth whitening treatments weren’t always so accessible; throughout history they had a tendency to...
Teeth Whitening – When to Stop – Don’t be Ross!
So you want to get your teeth whitened, but you don’t know what shade of white you want; we understand! It can often be a troublesome question with an equally elusive answer. On the one hand you obviously want to go whiter, but how white is too white? Should you be...
What is Root Canal Treatment and Is It Painful
If you were recently informed that you need a root canal treatment, also known as endodontic therapy, chances are the minute you left your dentist’s office you felt a bit worried about the procedure. Dr Fernando Vieira is an endodontic professional and has completed...
Dr Gavin Barry Does Ironman Bolton 2017
Our very own Dr Gavin Barry, a wonderful Irishman and an all around nice guy, has just recently completed the Ironman Bolton! It took Gavin a meagre 14 and a half hours. He beat the times of other far more seasoned athletes like Mo Farah and Paula Radcliffe, who did...
What To Do If You Need A Root Canal?
If you've experienced any of the following: serious pain when eating mouth swelling extreme sensitivity tooth darkening pimple-like bumps on the gums Then you should contact your dentist and arrange a check-up as soon as possible. They may then advise you to have a...
Judy’s Volunteering Adventure To Moldova!
Our super hygienist, Judy Griffiths has for many years now planned a charity trip and is finally taking the plunge. The volunteering trip takes place in Moldova at the end of May, and will involve educating children, teachers, families and health advisors the...
Prettygate Dental’s Guide to Perfect Teeth Whitening
When it comes to patient healthcare, we've got it covered! Prettygate Dental has a wealth of knowledge and understanding to ensure the best options for teeth whitening treatment and want nothing more than to see you walk out of our doors with the biggest smile. So...
Video: Are You Brushing Your Teeth The Prettygate Dental Way?
Worry no more people of Colchester, as our very own and favourite hygienist, Judith Griffiths talks you through the correct way to brush your teeth! You may be asking yourself, "why is brushing your teeth correctly so important?" Well, the answer is simple! It ensures...
Quick Guide on How to Prevent Tooth Decay in Children
If you're thinking about how to prevent tooth decay in children, then have a look at this infographic by The British Dental Health Foundation. Keeping children's teeth healthy at a younger age is important for maintaining good oral dental health as they grow older....
How To Brush Teeth Properly
What did the dentist say to the golfer? You have a whole in one...! Jokes aside, no one likes having fillings. Learning how to brush teeth properly is the first step to maintaining good oral hygiene, healthy teeth and gums. Plus, it helps minimize the risk of tooth...