Dentists are nothing to fear, it has been stated.

People have been urged not to hate visiting the dentist and instead to look forward to the trip.

Dr Murali Srinivasan wrote in a blog for Health First that people should not be apprehensive about a check-up, as making regular appointments can ensure they maintain the best level of oral health.

He noted: “Eat smart, brush well and go for regular dental checks-ups to maintain healthy teeth and gums, which in turn will make your smile a confident and long lasting one.”

Elsewhere, Dr Laura Torrado recently wrote in a post for Your Story that dental professionals will carry out multiple procedures at the same time in order to achieve the best results for patients.

She noted it is important to achieve the best final outcome and often the best way to do this is to combine procedures to ensure everything about a person’s smile remains in proportion.