Can you eat with Invisalign? What you should know

As they work differently from traditional braces, ‘what can't you eat with Invisalign?’ is a question many existing and prospective Invisalign patients ask our dental team.

April 28, 2025

Does Invisalign Hurt? What You Need to Know About Discomfort & Adjustments

For those seeking a discreet smile upgrade, the transformative treatment Invisalign is often top of the list - and given its many benefits, it’s not hard to see why!

April 17, 2025

How Does Invisalign Work?

As Invisalign looks and works differently to traditional braces, many desiring a more aligned set of pearly whites are often left wondering ‘how does Invisalign work?’. Here's everything you need to know

March 24, 2025

How to Clean Invisalign®

Throughout this blog, our expert dental professionals share how to best clean your Invisalign® aligner trays and ensure they stay in excellent shape.

March 17, 2025

The impact of Invisalign® on oral health

How does Invisalign impact your oral health? And how should you go about maintaining your oral hygiene throughout?

March 2, 2025

Invisalign® vs traditional braces: Which is right for you?

Gaining an aesthetically desirable set of teeth is achievable thanks to modern orthodontics, but how do you know which method is suited to your needs?

February 26, 2025

IF YOU ARE THINKING OF GOING PRIVATE – NOW’S THE TIME TO DO IT.

With the NHS facing a dental crisis and some patients waiting up to two years to be seen, now is the time to think about joining a private dental practice.

February 16, 2021

5 COSMETIC TREATMENTS, WORTH YOUR CONSIDERATION IN 2021

We have written a selection of great articles for our patients to read, such as five ways cosmetic dentistry can make your life better.

December 7, 2020

WILL CROWDED TEETH DAMAGE YOUR DATING PROSPECTS?

There is a reasonable number of articles and studies that suggest facial attractiveness and uniformity can influence your prospects in dating. Social media has driven the ideals of perfection further and further into our societal subconscious.

February 21, 2020

WHY NOT GET A ‘VALENTINES DAY DENTAL’ TREAT FOR YOUR PARTNER OR YOURSELF?

Studies show that evenly spaced teeth make us more attractive to others and indeed a bright white smile makes you to appear healthier to prospective mates. These subtle nuances are what make us irresistible to others.

February 13, 2020

AWARD-WINNING DENTISTS IN NORWICH

Bim and the team at Riverside Dental are proud of their achievements and continued recognition.

December 22, 2019

SO WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO SEE YOUR DENTIST FOR HYGIENE APPOINTMENTS?

Regular meals, regular exercise, regular visits to the dentist; we all know how important these are for our health and wellbeing. But what about regular dental hygiene appointments?

July 25, 2019

DENTAL HYGIENE

Many people understand the importance of seeing a dentist on a regular basis, but did you know it is just as important to have regular hygiene appointments? Hygienists can identify what are often symptomless problems that may go unnoticed by the patient. Not only does the hygienist remove any build-up and stain on your teeth but they also complete oral cancer screenings and give patients oral health advice to help them maintain good oral health at home.

July 9, 2019

WHY YOU SHOULD CONSIDER A PRIVATE DENTIST

When choosing a dentist, most patients automatically seek out NHS practices… but, have you ever considered a private dentist and the benefits that come with it? Here are five reasons why you should consider private dentistry.

April 20, 2019

5 WAYS COSMETIC DENTISTRY NORWICH, CAN MAKE YOUR LIFE BETTER

Does a trip to the dentist put a smile on your face? No? Well, you may soon find that it does thanks to cosmetic dentistry. Up to 19 million people in the UK believe they could feel better about themselves if they improved their smile through dental work, according to a recent Ipsos-Mori Survey.

March 20, 2019

DON’T GAMBLE WITH YOUR TEETH, AVOID TEETH WHITENING KITS

Are you tempted to use high street whitening kits to restore the natural shine to your teeth? It may sound like a good idea but the latest research shows that over-the-counter whitening kits could do more harm than good to your “pearly whites”!

February 23, 2019

ROOT CANAL TREATMENT NORWICH

Do you have a toothache that is taking all the enjoyment out of mealtimes? Have you suffered trauma to a tooth? Have you noticed one of your teeth looking darker than usual? If you’ve answered yes to any of these questions, you might be in need of endodontic treatment, more commonly known as root canal therapy.

February 19, 2019

NEW YEAR NEW YOU? BUT DOES TEETH WHITENING WORK AND IS IT SAFE?

Does teeth whitening work? – In this article, we look at methods of whitening teeth and describe some of the controversial views surrounding this increasingly popular cosmetic procedure. To find out more on whitening services, please visit our Teeth Whitening page.

January 14, 2019

TEETHING GELS DON’T WORK WELL AND ARE REMOVED SHELVES

After much deliberation on the subject, a decision has been formally made by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency to remove products containing lidocaine. Furthermore, it reports that these products containing the substance lidocaine should only be used as a last resort.

December 30, 2018

HOW TO KEEP YOUR CHILDREN’S TEETH HEALTHY

On this page we look at seven ways to keep your child’s mouth and teeth healthy, it is important to educate kids early so that the process is fun but encompasses proper cleaning practices and techniques.

September 14, 2018

FIVE REASONS TO CHOOSE RIVERSIDE DENTAL

When looking for a new dentist you want to make sure you select the best, but how do you make sure you are choosing the top private dentist in Norwich? Riverside Dental is one of the finest private dentists in the city and our reputation confirms this.

August 14, 2018

ITERO ELEMENT SCANNER FOR INVISALIGN

In this article, we briefly look at what Invisalign is, and how it can help you. We also explain what the Invisalign Itero Element Scanner is and why this is such exciting news for you and our patients at Riverside Dental Norwich.

June 14, 2018

ENAMEL REGENERATION BREAKTHROUGH, COULD THIS BE THE END OF TOOTH DECAY?

Dental researchers claim that they can now trigger the tooth enamel regeneration – the growth of crystals in a breakthrough which could have global implications – According to Sky News.

June 2, 2018

ROTTEN TEETH PICTURES COULD CUT OBESITY LEVELS IN THE UK

Reported in the national press, and online, it appears there is real evidence that graphic images on sugary drinks bottles, similar to those found on cigarette packets, it is believed could help fight obesity, according to a new study recently conducted.

May 26, 2018

SEVEN WAYS TO WHITEN YOUR TEETH BEFORE AN EVENT OR EXHIBITION

We all like to look great when we are attending an exhibition and when representing ourselves or our companies. Riverside Dental have put together seven simple ways you could whiten teeth at home.

April 27, 2018

SEDATION DENTISTRY

Sedation Dentistry, for a variety of dental procedures, such as fillings, crowns, bridges most are carried out using a local anaesthetic. A needle with anaesthetic is injected into or close to the area which is being treated. However, some patients find this extremely unnerving it elevates their stress and makes them very anxious if you are nervous about visiting the dentist then sedation in Norwich may be the best option for you.

March 21, 2018

10 THINGS THAT WILL HELP YOU TO KEEP YOUR TEETH WHITE

Your teeth form part of your face which sounds obvious but as it is one of the primary areas a person will look when they engage you in conversation they are an important part of your appearance and as such require that you pay them a great deal of attention. If none of the ideas on this page out right for you, call us and we will explain about teeth whitening with your dentist. To make teeth whitening cheaper, we have discounts available using our Denplan.

February 3, 2018

HOW MUCH DO TEETH VENEERS COST?

In this post, you will learn about teeth veneers, what they are, why they could be needed, how they are fitted and the best ways to care for your new teeth.

January 8, 2018

ARE DENTAL PLANS WORTH IT?

Dental insurance and dental plans, such as Denplan, cover your visits to the dentist, they also help to pay for any dental care you receive. Dental Plans usually cover a hundred percent of the preventative procedures, such as your checkup, cleaning and some can include x-rays. After this, there is a tiered system of the amount you will pay for fillings, crowns, root canals. Some plans will also encourage cosmetic treatments such as teeth whitening and veneers with Dentists like Riverside dental providing discounts on the more expensive treatments, with massive savings on these services.

December 28, 2017

CHARCOAL TOOTHPASTE? – WHAT IS IT AND DOES IT WORK?

With all the hype around teeth whitening with Charcoal Toothpaste, does it work and is it right for me?

December 8, 2017

WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU DON’T BRUSH YOUR TEETH FOR 20 YEARS

Reported by the Mirror.co.uk and Embarrassing Bodies – Meet Jay, who admitted to eating the wrong foods and drinking far too many fizzy drinks

July 22, 2017

A BIT OF FUN – DENTIST & NURSE THEMED ONLINE SLOT GAMES

Okay, so it might be a little bit niche but dentist and nurse themed slot games do exist!

July 21, 2017

US DENTAL PATIENTS, COSMETIC TOURISTS IN MEXICO

Dropping over the Mexican border Mexican dentists are offering treatment to those that can not afford the high prices in the US.

July 11, 2017

INVISALIGN CASE STUDY 2

This lovely lady came to us seeking help around 2 years ago. She had recently had teeth removed and a fixed metal brace placed on her upper and lower teeth. She was not made aware what the brace would look like and was horrified with the result after it was placed.

May 18, 2017

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