When it comes to essential oral hygiene, it is recommended by dentists to brush your teeth at least twice a day with a good toothbrush. A suitable toothbrush will help remove the build-up of plaque from teeth and gums, preventing tooth decay and gum disease.

Both electric and manual toothbrushes are effective at removing oral plaque, but with electric toothbrushes being more expensive than a manual toothbrush, are they worth it?

We all want to believe that we look after our teeth and gums. Most people brush their teeth twice a day and visit the dentist once a year. Some of us go so far as to floss.

Although a toothache may cause a trip to the dentist, a little redness in our gums or a whiff of bad breath may go unnoticed. So, to help you keep your mouth in top form, here are six warning signs to look out for.