Skin and derma
Microneedling: what to ask before you book
Considering microneedling? Here are the questions to ask about who does it, the device, hygiene, who it may not suit, aftercare and what to get in writing.
Thomas Lefèvre4 min read
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Dental
Wisdom tooth removal: what to ask before you agree
Told you may need a wisdom tooth out? Here is what to ask about why, who does it, sedation, recovery and aftercare, plus red flags and when to call.
Sofia Benyahia4 min read
Before you book
Questions to ask at a first consultation with any clinic
Questions to ask at a first consultation with a dental, skin or aesthetic clinic, plus what to bring, red flags and how to decide without pressure.
Sofia Benyahia4 min read
Aesthetics
First time injectables: what to ask and what to expect
Thinking of injectables for the first time? Here are the questions to ask about who injects, the product, risks and aftercare, plus red flags and timing.
Thomas Lefèvre4 min read
Dental
Dental crown or filling: what differs and what to ask
Dental crown or filling? A filling repairs part of a tooth, a crown covers all of it. Here is how they differ and the questions to ask your dentist.
Sofia Benyahia3 min read
Skin and derma
Do I need sunscreen every day, even indoors?
Do I need sunscreen every day? Health bodies advise daily protection when UV is high, even on cloudy days. Here is a simple rule and when it changes.
Thomas Lefèvre2 min read
Dental
Root canal treatment: what to ask your dentist
Told you may need root canal treatment? Here is what it is in plain words, what to ask about options, who does it, aftercare and the red flags to watch.
Sofia Benyahia4 min read
Dental
What happens at a dental cleaning? A plain run-through
What happens at a dental cleaning, step by step in general terms, what feels normal, what to ask, and how to look after your teeth and gums afterward.
Sofia Benyahia2 min read
Skin and derma
How to read a skincare label without a chemistry degree
How to read a skincare label: what the order of ingredients means, what claims to question and when to ask a pharmacist or dermatologist before you buy.
Thomas Lefèvre2 min read