Good oral hygiene can prevent tooth decay, gum disease and bad breath. Even if you have no natural teeth left, it's still important to have regular check-ups. Your dentist will check the fit of your dentures and look for any problem areas on your gums and soft tissue.
The Oral Health Foundation website outlines some simple things that you can do to look after your dental health.
If you’re pregnant there is some useful information to help you on Looking after your oral health in pregnancy.
Find a dentist
To find a dentist in your local area:
- Visit the NHS website
- Visit Leicester Healthwatch or Phone: 0116 251 8313
- Urgent dental care (not registered? find one using NHS 111)
Dental charges
Dentistry is one of the few NHS services where you have to pay a contribution towards the cost of your care. However, there are a limited number of exemptions.