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Honest dental advice for patients in Malta
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Honest dental advice for patients in Malta

Practical guides on implants, cosmetic dentistry, emergencies, and preventive care — written to help you make informed decisions about your dental health.

Implants
5 min read

Bone Grafts for Dental Implants: What Patients in Malta Should Know

A plain-English guide to why a bone graft is sometimes needed before dental implants, what the procedure involves, and what to expect during healing.

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Patient Guide
7 min read

Wisdom Tooth Removal in Malta: What to Expect

A plain-English guide to wisdom teeth, why they sometimes need removing, and what the process generally involves.

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Patient Guide
6 min read

Can You See a Dentist on a Sunday in Malta?

Toothache or a dental knock doesn't wait for the working week. Here's what to know about Sunday dental care in Malta.

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Patient Guide
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Finding the Right Children's Dentist in Malta

A gentle guide for parents in Malta on when to start dental visits for children, what to expect, and how to help little ones feel at ease.

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Implants
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How long do dental implants last — and how do you make them last longer?

A dental implant is designed to be permanent, and the crown on top is the part that wears. What decides how long yours lasts, and how to look after it.

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Implants
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How a dental implant is placed: the 7 steps explained

Watch our short animation of how a dental implant is placed, then read each of the seven steps in plain words, from the first scan to the final crown.

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Implants
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All-on-4 dental implants explained — what you need to know

All-on-4 gives patients with significant tooth loss a fixed, non-removable full arch of teeth on just four implants. Here is how it works.

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Implants
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Dental implants vs bridges — which is better for a missing tooth?

Both replace missing teeth, but they work very differently. Here is an honest comparison to help you decide.

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Restorative Dentistry
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How do dental crowns protect damaged teeth?

A crown can save a tooth that is too weak for a filling. Here is how crowns work, what the appointments involve, whether it hurts and how to make one last.

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Preventive Dentistry
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Why regular dental hygiene appointments matter more than you think

Prevention is almost always cheaper, easier, and less uncomfortable than treatment. How often to have your teeth cleaned, what happens at a scale and polish, and why bleeding gums matter.

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Aligners
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Are clear aligners suitable for adults, even over 40?

Most of the people we treat with aligners are adults. Who aligners suit, including over 40, what wearing them is like, how long it takes and how the systems compare.

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Emergency Care
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What counts as a dental emergency, and what can wait?

Not every dental problem needs same-day care, but some should never wait. How to tell the difference, when to go to hospital, and what to do first.

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Cosmetic Dentistry
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Veneers or teeth whitening: what is the difference, and which is better?

Two very different treatments that are often confused. Whitening changes colour only; veneers can change shape, size and symmetry too. How they compare, and how to choose.

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Implants
7 min read

How much do dental implants cost in Malta?

What dental implants cost at Apex Dental in Malta, what the fee includes, what can add to it, and whether an implant is worth it next to a bridge or a denture.

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Have a question not covered here?

Contact Apex Dental directly and our team will be happy to answer any questions about your dental health or treatment options.