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Dental treatments

By Sakhr A. Murshid Al-Kubati, PhDClinical review: pendingLast reviewed 21 Oct 2026

This is general information, not a diagnosis. It does not replace a check by a dentist or doctor. If you are worried, contact a dental professional.

• Oral surgeryTaking out teeth, such as wisdom teeth.
• OrthodonticsBraces and aligners to straighten teeth.
• PeriodonticsCare for gums and the bone around teeth.
• EndodonticsRoot canal treatment inside the tooth.
• ProsthodonticsCrowns, bridges, dentures and implants.
• PreventionCheck-ups, fluoride varnish and sealants.

Your dentist will explain your choices, the costs and what happens after. Ask what each option means for you.

Sources

Paraphrased in plain words. Links checked and accessed 21 Oct 2026.

1. NHS (UK). “Wisdom tooth removal”. https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/wisdom-tooth-removal/ (accessed 21 Oct 2026).
2. NHS (UK). “Braces”. https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/braces/ (accessed 21 Oct 2026).
3. NHS (UK). “Gum disease”. https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/gum-disease/ (accessed 21 Oct 2026).
4. NHS (UK). “Root canal treatment”. https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/root-canal-treatment/ (accessed 21 Oct 2026).
5. NHS (UK). “Dentures (false teeth)”. https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/dentures/ (accessed 21 Oct 2026).
6. NHS (UK). “Dental check-ups”. https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/healthy-teeth-and-gums/dental-check-ups/ (accessed 21 Oct 2026).