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Dental Advice for Stevenage Patients

Practical, jargon-free guides written by the team at Bowling Green Dental Surgery. Whether you're weighing up a treatment, preparing for an appointment, or simply curious — start here.

NHS & Private7 min read

Can't get an NHS dentist in Stevenage? Your options in 2026

Three in five adults in England haven't seen an NHS dentist in two years. What the August 2026 figures and the April contract changes mean for Stevenage, and what to do if you need to be seen.

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Children6 min read

Back to school: one in four children has tooth decay. Here's what works

The RCPCH's State of Child Health 2026 report says progress on children's teeth has stalled. The four habits that prevent decay, and how we look after children at Bowling Green.

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Cosmetic7 min read

Thinking about "Turkey teeth"? What UK dentists see when patients come home

86% of UK dentists have treated complications from dental work abroad, according to the BDA. What goes wrong, what it costs to fix, and the conservative alternatives available in Stevenage.

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Cosmetic6 min read

Illegal teeth whitening: what the BBC found, and how to whiten safely

Gels at 53% hydrogen peroxide, applied in salons and car parks. What the law says about who can whiten your teeth, and what a properly supervised whitening in Stevenage involves.

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Oral Health6 min read

Mouth Cancer Action Month: the 90-second check in every dental exam

Mouth cancer cases in the UK have doubled in twenty years. What Dr Alan checks at every examination, the signs to look for yourself, and why November is a good time to book.

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Dental Implants7 min read

What to expect at your first dental implant consultation

A step-by-step walkthrough of your first implant appointment at Bowling Green Dental — the questions we'll ask, the scans we'll take, and how we agree a plan together.

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CEREC6 min read

CEREC same-day crowns vs traditional crowns — which is right for you?

The honest pros and cons of same-day CEREC crowns compared with conventional lab-made crowns, from a Stevenage dentist who fits both.

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Cosmetic5 min read

How much does teeth whitening really cost in 2026?

A transparent look at home whitening, in-chair whitening and over-the-counter alternatives — what actually works, and what it costs.

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Nervous Patients7 min read

Nervous about the dentist? How we help anxious patients in Stevenage

If you've been avoiding the dentist for years, you're not alone. Here's how we make appointments manageable for nervous patients of every age.

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