Small Change, Big Difference to dental costs!

2023 – the year everyone is looking for savvy ways to save money - from shopping pre-loved to growing your own and everything in between.

If there’s one thing that’s sure to hit the pocket it’s a dreaded trip to the dentist and that’s if you can get an appointment. A filling will cost anything from £65 with the NHS to £250 privately and a tooth extraction anything from £65 to a whopping £370.

DenTek are on a mission to help everyone take the best possible care of their smile and therefore reduce the likelihood of an unexpected dentist bill (saving those pennies for something far more exciting - like a holiday!)

Jennifer Hudson, Senior Brand Manager at DenTek says, “With the huge backlog of 43 million NHS dental appointments and soaring costs, it really pays to invest in the health of your teeth with a proper oral care routine. That means brushing twice a day, using interdental cleaners at least once a day and cleaning the tongue. Our message is “prevention is better than cure.” Although brushing your teeth may seem like a simple task, there is a proper cleaning routine to ensure teeth and gums are cleaned thoroughly. An electric toothbrush is well worth investing in if possible. They are more effective at removing plaque and bacteria from teeth and the built-in timers help you brush for the recommended time period.

77% of tooth decay starts between the teeth but only 31% of us clean between the teeth on a regular basis. A toothbrush alone cleans just 60% of the tooth. To hit the other 40% that the toothbrush can’t reach, oral hygiene products such as DenTek’s floss picks and interdental brushes are a must.

The tongue harbours approximately 50% of the bacteria in your mouth which can cause cavities and gum disease. The bottom line is that if you’re not