Hedge End Dental Practice

18/05/2026

👅 12 Common Types of Tongue Conditions You Should Be Aware Of

Your tongue can reveal important clues about your overall health. Changes in texture, color, pain, swelling, or patches may indicate infections, nutritional deficiencies, inflammation, or other medical conditions that should not be ignored.

Some common tongue conditions include:
• Geographic Tongue
• Oral Thrush
• Black Hairy Tongue
• Glossitis
• Tongue Ulcers
• Leukoplakia
• Lichen Planus
• Fissured Tongue
• Strawberry Tongue
• Median Rhomboid Glossitis
• Burning Mouth Syndrome
• Tongue Cancer

Maintaining proper oral hygiene, staying hydrated, avoiding to***co products, and scheduling regular dental checkups can help keep your mouth healthy and detect issues early.

Disclaimer: This post is for educational and awareness purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace professional medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare provider for persistent symptoms or medical concerns.

21/04/2026

Mouth Cancer Awareness – Early Awareness Matters 💙

You may notice we’re starting our mouth cancer awareness a little early but when it comes to your health, being early is always best.

This display is here for you. It’s designed to help you understand the signs of mouth cancer and why checking anything unusual sooner rather than later really matters. Most changes in the mouth are harmless, but if something doesn’t feel right, we’d always rather you come and let us take a look.

Early detection greatly improves outcomes, and sometimes a simple check can give you peace of mind.

Please feel free to take a leaflet, have a read, and if you have any concerns at all, don’t hesitate to speak to us we’re here to help. 💙

15/04/2026

02/04/2026

We’ve had an update from Samba

“5* Experience, Danny the hygienist and nurse Harry! GBT Airflow was fantastic!! I WILL BE BACK”

02/04/2026

Quick question!

Electric toothbrush or manual toothbrush?
Tell us in the comments 👇

02/04/2026

Oh! We had a very special celebrity in today! Taking advantage of our NEW GBT Airflow Unit. 🐹 🦷

01/04/2026

Thinking about straightening your teeth?

Clear aligners are a discreet and comfortable option for many patients.

31/03/2026

🪥 Tooth Tip Tuesday 🦷

Drink plenty of water to help wash away bacteria and protect your teeth.