How to make the most of your dentist appointment

There are some easy steps you can take before you sit in the dentist's chair
James RoweSenior Video and Audio Content Creator

In this episode of Which? Shorts, we explain how you can make the most out of the precious amount of time you get in a dentist's chair.

From explaining your problems to the receptionist to basic dental care at home, we round up the best advice, with help from those in the dental industry.  

This episode is read by Kat Cereda, and is based on Megan Thomas's article that was originally published in the October 2025 issue of Which? magazine.

You can also download a transcript of this podcast.

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