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Dentists urge patients to avoid DIY aligners

More and more people are eager to enjoy a straight, beautiful smile. With the demand for orthodontic solutions soaring, a growing number of patients are opting for DIY aligners. DIY aligners are usually purchased online, and they tend to be a lot cheaper than braces provided by dentists and orthodontists….

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New figures reveal 26% increase in cases of illegal tooth whitening

New figures from the General Dental Council show a 26% increase in the number of reports of illegal tooth whitening in 2019. The GDC has clamped down on the provision of illegal whitening treatments, but reports suggest that this is an industry that is still rife. Tooth whitening is a…

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BBC report highlights dangers of cheap, illegal whitening treatments

A BBC report has highlighted the dangers of cheap, illegal whitening treatments available in the UK. Undercover investigations revealed some alarming experiences, including a beautician who was using chemicals containing 25% hydrogen peroxide. This is more than four times the legal hydrogen peroxide content for products used by trained, registered…

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