Dental Guide

Dental Guide: information resource and dentistry directory for the UK and Ireland

Dental Guide is a digital platform that serves as an information resource and directory for the dental sector in the UK and Ireland. According to its own presentation, it has established itself as a resource for over ten years, aimed at both consumers and dental health professionals. The site brings together content and services of different kinds under a single structure.

Patient guides

One of the main sections is patient guides, which covers a wide range of treatments and conditions. Topics available include general dentistry (mouth ulcers, fluorosis, dental insurance, canker sores, dental occlusion, dry sockets, mouth guards, abscesses, emergency dentistry, root canal treatment, apicoectomy, teething and baby teeth, toothache, wisdom teeth, fillings and TMJ/TMD disorders), hygiene (bruxism, pulpitis, dry mouth, air abrasion, cavities, halitosis, electric toothbrushes, brushing teeth, oral cancer, gum disease, plaque, oral thrush, mouthwash, oral herpes, scale and polish, tooth sensitivity and toothpaste), dentures (dentures, Valplast dentures, mini dental implants and dental sealants), dental implants (sinus lifts and implants), cosmetic dentistry (chipped teeth, gum recession, smile makeovers, gummy smiles, orthognathic surgery, dental bonding, dental bridges, gum contouring, tooth recontouring, Enlighten teeth whitening, teeth whitening, cost of cosmetic dentistry, onlays and inlays, Lumineers, Cerec, dental crowns, cracked teeth and dental veneers) and orthodontics (general orthodontics, tooth straightening, Inman Aligner, lingual braces, InVu braces, Invisalign, 6-Month Smiles and Damon braces).

In addition, the site offers a free online dental assessment for those with a dental problem, presented as an initial guidance tool.

Content for professionals and sector opportunities

The platform also serves dental professionals and businesses. It includes a jobs section with dental job listings, a suppliers directory, a space called Experts Corner with opinion articles and technical analysis, an organisations section and an academic news section. The site also mentions the availability of dental courses and dental clinics for sale, as stated in its title and description.

Sector news and analysis

Dental Guide publishes news related to dentistry. Examples in the material include headlines about dentists warning of the so-called "Prosecco Smile", deadly mouth cancer spotted during a dental check-up and a new type of chewing gum able to detect mouth infections. These news items are dated August 2017.

Experts Corner

The Experts Corner section includes texts signed by professionals. One visible example is an article on the Inman Aligner, in which the author reflects on the future of cosmetic dentistry and orthodontics.

Structure and scope

The site is organised around a menu with the sections Home, Find a dentist, Patient Guides, Suppliers Directory, Experts corner, Dental jobs, Organisations, Academic and News. The platform presents itself as a comprehensive resource for dentistry in the UK and Ireland, with content for both the general public and professionals. The copyright stated is 2017 and the web design is by The Fresh UK.