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Posted by Joanne ORiordan on 10 Jul, 2019
The HSE in Ireland covers orthodontic dental treatment for the severe end of the orthodontic treatment spectrum. They provide a stainless steel option which is an excellent functional brace and will complete the treatment to a very high standard. Aesthetic braces ( tooth coloured) are not provided by the HSE. These cosmetic braces […]
Posted by Joanne ORiordan on 13 Sep, 2018
Why is saliva important? Saliva is 99% water and is secreted by the salivary glands. It contains lubricants that help fight infection as well as enzymes and proteins which help us digest our food. Healthy adults produce 3 pints of saliva a day. If for some reason the amount of saliva is reduced then the […]
Posted by Joanne ORiordan on 20 Nov, 2018
What’s the story with charcoal in our bathrooms? Charcoal is not just in our BBQ anymore- it is scattered throughout the rest of the house too!! It has made its way into supplements, facemasks, and now tooth whitening products, thanks to the detoxifying properties which enable it to latch onto dangerous chemicals, dirt and oil. […]
Posted by Joanne ORiordan on 07 Sep, 2018
The truth about tooth whitening!! Our teeth are like sponges and their surfaces absorb stains daily when we eat and drink daily coloured foods and drinks. Examples include tea, coffee, red wine and dark sauces like gravy and bolognaise. Extrinsic stains build up on the surface layers of our teeth and can be easily cleaned […]
Posted by ChUrchStrEET18 on 04 Sep, 2018
We all have the best of intentions to fill our children’s lunch boxes with healthy and wholesome foods. However, sometimes we don’t make the right choices because of clever marketing, leading us astray!! In this blog I will outline some simple swaps you can make which can be made to help keep your children’s teeth safe from hidden sugars.
Posted by Joanne ORiordan on 22 Jan, 2019
Flossing is universally recommended as part of our oral hygiene protocol! 30-40% of our tooth surfaces are between our teeth and not accessible with just brushing alone. Food can gather at the contact point where teeth touch each other and decay can occur. Also plaque that lies under the gum margin can cause gum disease. […]
Posted by Joanne ORiordan on 23 Oct, 2018
What are you in Entitled to? Recent reports show that there is only 30% uptake on the Medical Card and PRSI dental benefits! Isn’t this crazy!! There are thousands of people in Ireland entitled to free dental examinations and fillings, and most of these people probably need these treatments but just are not presenting to […]
Posted by Joanne ORiordan on 16 Oct, 2018
Mercury fillings being phased out. For years there has been controversy over the placement of mercury based fillings and wheither or not they are safe. They have been linked to all sorts of illnesses but now an abundance of research has shown that having mercury based fillings in our mouths is safe. Mercury […]
Posted by Joanne ORiordan on 10 Sep, 2018
What to do when a tooth is knocked out!! Dentists refer to a knocked-out tooth as an “avulsed” tooth. This is one of the most serious dental emergencies for permanent teeth. However, the damage can be fixed. If you act quickly, there’s a good chance the tooth can be saved. What You […]
Posted by Joanne ORiordan on 15 Jul, 2019
Patients Always Ask Is It Safe To Have Dental Treatment During Pregnancy Preventative dental care and routine visits with the hygienist are recommended during pregnancy to reduce the risk of infection. With the increased pregnancy hormones this gives rise to inflammation of the gums.In order to keep this at a minimum it is recommended to visit […]
Posted by Joanne ORiordan on 10 Dec, 2018
Most people clench or grind their teeth occasionally. Doing this from time to time doesn’t do any harm but if it occurs on a regular basis teeth can be damaged and other complications can arise. Grinding is similar to snoring in that patient’s never know they are grinders until we tell them about […]
Posted by Joanne ORiordan on 20 Jun, 2019
Oil of cloves for centuries has been used as pain relief. The active ingredient “Eugenol” is a natural anaesthetic, so reduces pain, eases symptoms and is an anti-inflammatory, which reduces swelling and irritation. Some of our commonly used dental materials contain “Eugenol” – i.e Sedanol, which is used for dressings. Another is Alvogel, which is used […]
Posted by Joanne ORiordan on 01 Feb, 2019
Advancements in Dentistry Computers are almost single-handedly taking over the world and the dental world too. I am qualified 24 years this year and in that time advancements have been huge. The equipment I purchased in 2000 when I set up my practice in Cavan is very different and basic when compared to our new modern […]