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22 Jul2026

How Long Do
Veneers Last? Up
to 15 Years

How long veneers really last, what shortens or extends their lifespan, and the porcelain vs composite differences that affect replacement over time.

Dr. Selin Arslan

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22 Jul2026

Tooth Decay Treatment:
Stages, Options and
Costs

Tooth decay doesn't happen overnight. It creeps in over months, sometimes years, before you feel a thing. The process starts below the gumline or between teeth where a toothbrush barely reaches.

Dr. Selin Arslan

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22 Jul2026

Same-Day Dental Implants:
Procedure, Candidates and
Cost

Same day dental implants aren't a different kind of implant. They're the same titanium posts-but the timeline changes. With a conventional approach, you get the implant placed, then wait three to six months for bone to grow around

Dr. Selin Arslan

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3D X-ray illustration of a dental implant with abutment and crown in the lower jaw

22 Jul2026

The Reality of
Dental Implant Pain

Most patients brace for agony, and the reality? A lot less dramatic. With modern local anaesthesia, the procedure itself is nearly painless. The pinch of the needle? Brief - maybe two seconds. After that, you feel pressure, vibration, but not sharp pain. The real question is what happens hours later

Dr. Selin Arslan

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Woman wincing while brushing, the sharp twinge that gives sensitive teeth away – IC Dental, Istanbul

22 Jul2026

What Causes Sensitive
Teeth and How
to Stop It

Roughly one in eight adults in the UK has felt it. Cold water, ice cream, hot coffee, one sip or bite and you get a short, sharp jolt shooting through your teeth. That's tooth sensitivity, or dentin hypersensitivity, and it isn't a disease on its own, it's a symptom.

Dr. Selin Arslan

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22 Jul2026

Tooth Decay Treatment
Options by Stage

Tooth decay doesn't happen overnight. It creeps in over months, sometimes years, before you feel a thing. The process starts below the gumline or between teeth where a toothbrush barely reaches.

Dr. Selin Arslan

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Dentist using an implant model to walk a patient through how same-day dental implants are placed – IC Dental, Istanbul

22 Jul2026

Implants vs Veneers:
Not Interchangeable

When people search for "implants vs veneers," they usually mix up two completely different procedures. Let's cut through the noise.

Dr. Selin Arslan

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22 Jul2026

Bad Veneers: Signs,
Causes, and Solutions

How to recognise bad veneers, what causes them, and the options for fixing poor dental work - plus how to choose a clinic so it does not happen to you.

Dr. Selin Arslan

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22 Jul2026

Katie Price Before
and After Veneers

A look at Katie Price before and after her veneers - how many sets she has reportedly had, what her natural teeth looked like, and the real cost of repeated replacements.

Dr. Selin Arslan

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22 Jul2026

Freddie Mercury's Teeth:
Why He Never
Fixed Them

Freddie Mercury's famous smile came from hyperdontia - four extra incisors he chose never to fix. Here is the dental story, and how the condition is treated now.

Dr. Selin Arslan

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22 Jul2026

Smile Makeover in
Turkey: Cost, Treatments
and Timeline 2026

What Is a Smile Makeover in Turkey? Honestly, it's not one single procedure. A smile makeover in Turkey is a planned sequence of cosmetic and restorative

Dr. Kaan Yıldız

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22 Jul2026

Dentures Turkey: Costs,
Types, and Implant
Options

Save up to 70% on dentures in Turkey without compromising quality. Explore implant options, types, and what to expect. Start planning your dental holiday today.

Dr. Kaan Yıldız

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21 Jul2026

Mouth Ulcers: Causes,
Treatment and When
to Worry

Mouth ulcers are common and usually harmless, but a few need checking. Here are the triggers, the three types of aphthous ulcer, what actually soothes them, and why three weeks is the cutoff.

Dr. Elif Demir

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21 Jul2026

Bad Breath (Halitosis):
Causes and How
to Get Rid of It

Persistent bad breath almost always has a findable cause. Here is what drives halitosis, how to check your own breath, the daily habits that genuinely work, and when it needs a dentist.

Dr. Elif Demir

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21 Jul2026

Tooth Gap Filling:
How to Close
a Gap Between Your Front Teeth

A gap between the front teeth can be closed with composite bonding, veneers, crowns or orthodontics. Here is how each option works, what it does to your natural teeth, and how to choose the right one.

Dr. Kaan Yıldız

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21 Jul2026

How to Stop
Grinding Your Teeth:
Bruxism Treatment Options and Night Guards

Teeth grinding wears down enamel and leaves your jaw aching by morning. Here is how bruxism is diagnosed, which night guards and splints actually protect your teeth, and when worn teeth need restoring.

Dr. Elif Demir

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20 Jul2026

Gummy Smile Treatment
in Turkey: Options
& Costs

Explore gummy smile treatment options in Turkey, from non-surgical to surgical gum contouring. Compare costs and find your ideal smile solution today.

Dr. Kaan Yıldız

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20 Jul2026

Snap On Veneers
vs Permanent: Cost
& Look Compared

Compare snap on veneers vs permanent veneers on cost and appearance. Make an informed choice for your smile transformation in the UK. Learn more today.

Dr. Kaan Yıldız

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20 Jul2026

Turkey Teeth Packages:
What's Included, Real
Costs & How to Choose

A realistic look at Turkey teeth packages in 2026: what is actually included, real all-inclusive costs, the two-visit treatment timeline and the red flags to check before you book a clinic.

Dr. Kaan Yıldız

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20 Jul2026

Composite Veneers: Cost,
Lifespan & How
They Compare to Porcelain

Composite veneers cost roughly £250-£450 per tooth in the UK and €80-€200 in Turkey, and last three to seven years. A UK guide to prices, the procedure, lifespan and how they compare with porcelain.

Dr. Kaan Yıldız

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19 Jul2026

Zirconia vs Porcelain
Crowns: Strength Comparison

Compare zirconia vs porcelain crowns for strength, durability, and cost. Discover which crown type lasts longer and suits your smile. Expert UK dental insights.

Dr. Kaan Yıldız

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19 Jul2026

Sinus Lift for
Dental Implants: Cost
and Recovery Time

Sinus lift surgery explained: open vs closed technique, how much bone you need, healing time, risks and what it costs before a dental implant.

Dr. Kaan Yıldız

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18 Jul2026

All-on-6 Dental Implants:
Cost, Procedure and
Results

Discover how all on 6 dental implants replace a full arch of teeth with just six implants. Learn the procedure, costs, and results in our complete guide.

Dr. Kaan Yıldız

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18 Jul2026

Surgical Tooth Extraction:
Procedure, Pain and
Recovery

Learn what to expect during a surgical dental extraction procedure, from preparation to recovery. Expert advice for a smooth experience in the UK.

Dr. Kaan Yıldız

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