Why is an electric toothbrush better than a manual? If you brush after snacking will you still get decay? Is fluoride bad for you? Why can't you find an NHS dentist?

If these are questions you often ask yourself, this is the book for you! I Hate the Dentist! (But I Hate Toothache More) covers all facets of oral health, when and how things can go wrong and what individuals can do to keep their mouths healthy. It also delves into the various treatments and services offered by dentists and the relationship between dentistry and the NHS, a hot topic in the ongoing tense political climate, whilst dispelling some of the many myths surrounding the industry as a whole.

Although written by a dentist, the book breaks these complex subjects into accessible chapters, using everyday language that can be understood by any reader with no previous knowledge of dentistry. Learn tips on how to alleviate tooth pain at home and use oral health strategies that can keep tooth problems at bay for years. A valuable resource for dental students or anyone thinking of a career in dentistry, anyone picking up this book will be sure to learn everything they'd ever think to ask and keep their smiles bright for years to come.

About the Author
Dr Tim Coates started his career as a scientist researching tsetse fly behaviour, ecology and physiology, working in Zimbabwe for three years. He returned to the UK in 1985 and worked as an electronics technician for the Dental Research Group at Bristol University. He developed an interest in dentistry and took a dental degree at Bristol, graduating in 2000. He worked in both the NHS and private sectors until retirement in 2021.


Book Information
ISBN 9781805140061
Author Dr Tim Coates
Format Paperback
Page Count 264
Imprint Matador
Publisher Troubador Publishing