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Exciting News for Dental Care Ireland Kells!

REVA Dental joined the Dental Care Ireland group in April 2022. The REVA group consisted of dental practices in Kilkenny, Limerick and Kells. As of February 2023, REVA Kells and Dental Care Ireland Kells have merged into one dental practice.

Below, we have answered your questions about the merge.

Where is the new (merged) Dental Care Ireland Kells practice located?

Dental Care Ireland Kells is now located in the REVA Kells building, which is right across the road from our old Dental Care Ireland Kells practice! You can find the new Dental Care Ireland practice at Bective Square, Townparks, Kells, Co. Meath; only a minute walk from our old location!

I am an existing patient of REVA Kells. What does this mean for me?

Existing patients of REVA Kells will continue to be patients in this location, now named Dental Care Ireland Kells. This means that you will continue to receive excellent dental care at the same location, without any fuss. You do not need to re-register as a new patient or fill out any new documents. In short, the only thing that will be changing for you is the name above the door.

I am an existing patient of the old Dental Care Ireland Kells practice. What does this mean for me?

Existing patients of Dental Care Ireland Kells will automatically have their information transferred to the new location. This means that you will continue to receive excellent dental care right across the road, without any fuss. You do not need to re-register as a new patient or fill out any new documents. In short, the only thing that will be changing for you is the location.

Why did Dental Care Ireland Kells and REVA Kells merge?

At Dental Care Ireland, we are constantly thinking of ways to improve our patients’ experience and how to bring them the best dental treatments. By merging the two dental practices together, we will be able to continue to provide excellent dental care, while also allowing ourselves room to improve. The new Dental Care Ireland Kells building is bigger, which will allow us to see more patients and add new treatments, meaning you will have more appointment options and treatment options to choose from!

How do I contact the new practice location?

Our new Dental Care Ireland Kells location can be found at Bective Square, Townparks, Kells, Co. Meath.

If you’d like to contact our dentist in Kells, you can do so by emailing kells@dentalcareireland.ie or calling us on (046) 924 0783.

If you would like to book an appointment with our dentist in Kells, you can do so online here.

Snore No More!

Sleep apnoea is a condition where the walls of the throat collapse during sleep which affects your normal breathing pattern. As a result, your regular sleeping pattern can be affected and you may snore.

Dr Michael Crowe from Dental Care Ireland Kimmage provides oral sleep apnoea appliances to patients who snore or have mild to moderate sleep apnoea. Below, he has answered some commonly asked sleep apnoea questions.

What are symptoms of sleep apnoea?

Sleep apnoea is quite a common condition. However, you often won’t be the one to notice symptoms as they occur while you sleep. For this reason, it is usually a partner, friend or family member who spots the signs of sleep apnoea initially. These symptoms can include loud snoring, loud or struggling breathing, gasping or snorting. This may cause you to wake up frequently through the night. Even if you don’t awaken, you may be brought to a light sleep. As a result, you may find that you’re very tired during the day due to interruptions to your sleeping pattern.

What causes sleep apnoea?

The most common causes of sleep apnoea include weight, age, medication, lifestyle and family history.

Weight

If you are overweight, your risk of developing sleep apnoea greatly increases. This is because excess weight around your neck and airways can make breathing more difficult.

Age

While sleep apnoea can affect people of any age, you are more likely to develop the condition if you are aged 40 or above.

Medication

Certain medications may have an effect on your airways which can cause sleep apnoea. This includes medications with a sedative effect such as sleeping tablets.

Lifestyle

Certain lifestyle factors such as alcohol consumption and smoking can increase your risk of developing sleep apnoea. Drinking alcohol, especially before you go to sleep, can relax and narrow your airways which may lead to snoring and sleep apnoea. If you smoke, you are three times more likely to develop sleep apnoea than someone who has never smoked. This is because smoking can increase inflammation of the airways.

Family History

If a family member has sleep apnoea, you may be at higher risk of developing the condition.

How can sleep apnoea be treated?

Sleep apnoea can often be treated by making certain lifestyle changes and using breathing apparatus while you sleep. Making healthy lifestyle changes is important if you’re dealing with sleep apnoea. This can include losing weight if you are overweight, not smoking and limiting alcohol consumption (especially before you sleep).

What happens if sleep apnoea is left untreated?

People with sleep apnoea may go undiagnosed for a long time as the condition only occurs during sleep, making it difficult to spot. However, if you suspect you may have sleep apnoea, it is important to book an appointment with your doctor. In the short-term, sleep apnoea can affect a person’s life by causing tiredness during the day, impaired memory due to lack of sleep, and so on. In the long term, sleep apnoea can lead to more serious medical conditions, so it is important to see a doctor if you suspect you may be living with the condition.

If you are affected by sleep apnoea and are looking for a solution, Dental Care Ireland Kimmage can help. Contact details and location.

Looking for an Orthodontist in Ashbourne?

We are delighted to announce that Dental Care Ireland Ashbourne now offers full orthodontic service! Orthodontic treatment has become extremely popular throughout Ireland – no longer is it the preserve of young children and adolescents; now, people of all ages are interested in getting the treatment done to fix irregularly shaped teeth and, ultimately, to get a better smile.

Dr Heraclio Alves Barbosa Junior, also known as Leo, is our Orthodontist in Ashbourne with over 20 years of orthodontic experience. Below, he has outlined the types of braces available in Ashbourne and reasons why patients choose orthodontic treatment.

Types of braces in Ashbourne:

Traditional/Metal Braces:

Traditional/metal braces are made of individual brackets which are cemented to each tooth with an archwire attached to apply a continuous gentle pressure to the teeth.

Clear/Ceramic Braces:

Ceramic or “clear braces” work very similarly to traditional braces but are tooth coloured so that they blend in with your teeth and are much less noticeable.

Invisalign & Invisalign Go:

Main reasons for having orthodontic treatment:

Appearance:

Many people seek orthodontic treatment to improve the appearance of their smile by straightening teeth and correcting any spacing. This also often improves the appearance of a patient’s face. By correcting any dental issues, a person’s facial features are also aligned with a view to making the face as symmetrical as possible.

Health:

Once a straighter smile is achieved, it becomes easier for you to take care of your oral health. Straighter teeth are easier to clean, brush and floss, which means it is less likely that you will suffer from tooth decay or gum disease down the line.

Function:

Correcting issues such as crooked teeth or spacing can improve the function of our teeth. This allows for better chewing which improves your digestion as food is properly chewed, where it may have not been before. If you have large spaces between your teeth, correcting this can also improve speech.

Braces are a safe, reliable and effective method for correcting teeth. If you are looking for an Orthodontist in Ashbourne, please contact our friendly team on (01) 835 0344 who can talk you through your options. Alternatively, you can visit our website.

New Year, New Career!

Have you made a 2023 New Year’s resolution? Maybe you want to take up a new hobby or live a healthier lifestyle… or embark on a new career? If this sounds like you, we currently have multiple clinical and support vacancies in Dental Care Ireland practices across the country.

At Dental Care Ireland, we have a commitment to career progression and upskilling. No matter what direction you’d like to take your career, we are here to support you. Support available to our team members includes access to clinical workshops, opportunities to work across a variety of practices nationwide, and education sponsorship, to name a few!

We currently have positions available right across the country for dental nurses, hygienists, dentists, orthodontists, oral surgeons, and more! To view our full list of vacancies, see here.

Upskilling

Upskilling has been a large part of our 2022 focus, which will continue through 2023 and beyond. As our company continues to grow rapidly, we believe it is important to allow our clinical teams to continue to grow and develop their skills. As part of our upskilling commitment, we focus on:

HeadStart, our hands-on clinical workshops
Regular webinar sessions
Peer support
Compliance support
Education sponsorship

Dr Jennifer Collins, our Clinical Director, is also on hand to assist with clinical challenges and offer guidance. Our in-house compliance team offers training and further education on a range of topics such as radiation safety and clinical compliance.

We also offer education sponsorship to clinicians who wish to further their skill sets. For example, Dental Care Ireland covers 50% of the fee for Invisalign training courses.

Career Growth

Progressing your career within the dental industry in Ireland can be traditionally quite challenging. At Dental Care Ireland, we pride ourselves on our commitment to career growth opportunities for our teams.

For example:

We’ve had 21 team members promoted across the group since January 2022
Our staff retention rate is significantly above the industry average at 92% of team members staying with Dental Care Ireland for six months or longer.
Since 2021, we have advertised approx. 77 new roles within the company due to expansion.

To view our full list of clinical and support vacancies, as well as benefits of working with Dental Care Ireland, please see here.

If a suitable position is not advertised, don’t worry! We love hearing from people who are keen to join our team, and new positions are created frequently as the company grows. If you would like to get in touch about working at Dental Care Ireland, please email us on careers@dentalcareireland.ie.

Christmas Opening Hours 2022

Our Christmas opening hours are listed below, along with contact details in the event of a dental emergency during the holiday period. All practices will return to normal opening hours from Tuesday, 3rd of January 2023.

We’d like to wish all our patients a very Merry Christmas and a happy, healthy New Year.

Ashbourne, Co. Meath

Wednesday 21st December: 8.45-17.30
Thursday 22nd December: 8.45-17.30
Friday 23rd December: 08.00-13.00
Saturday 24th December: Closed
Sunday 25th December: Closed
Monday 26th December: Closed
Tuesday 27th December: Closed
Wednesday 28th December: Closed
Thursday 29th December: 10-12.00
Friday 30th December: Closed
Saturday 31st December: Closed
Sunday 1st January: Closed
Monday 2nd January: Closed
Tuesday 3rd January: 8.00-17.30

For contact details of Dental Care Ireland Ashbourne, see here.

Ballsbridge, Dublin 4 (Northumberland Dental Care)

Wednesday 21st December: 08.00-17.30
Thursday 22nd December: 08.00-17.30
Friday 23rd December: 08.00-17.30
Saturday 24th December: Closed
Sunday 25th December: Closed
Monday 26th December: Closed
Tuesday 27th December: Closed
Wednesday 28th December: Closed
Thursday 29th December: Closed
Friday 30th December: Closed
Saturday 31st December: Closed
Sunday 1st January: Closed
Monday 2nd January: Closed
Tuesday 3rd January: 08.00-17.30

For contact details of Northumberland Dental Care, see here.

Ballyowen, Lucan, Co. Dublin

Wednesday 21st December: 08.00-18.00
Thursday 22nd December: 08.00-17.00
Friday 23rd December: Closed
Saturday 24th December: Closed
Sunday 25th December: Closed
Monday 26th December: Closed
Tuesday 27th December: Closed
Wednesday 28th December: 08.00-14.00
Thursday 29th December: Closed
Friday 30th December: Closed
Saturday 31st December: Closed
Sunday 1st January: Closed
Monday 2nd January: Closed
Tuesday 3rd January: 08.00-18.00

For contact details of Dental Care Ireland Ballyowen, see here.

Beechwood Dental, Ranelagh, Co. Dublin

Wednesday 21st December: 08:00-20:00
Thursday 22nd December: 08:00-20:00
Friday 23rd December: 07:30 – 13:00
Saturday 24th December: Closed
Sunday 25th December: Closed
Monday 26th December: Closed
Tuesday 27th December: Closed
Wednesday 28th December: Closed
Thursday 29th December: Closed
Friday 30th December: Closed
Saturday 31st December: Closed
Sunday 1st January: Closed
Monday 2nd January: Closed
Tuesday 3rd January: 08:00- 20:00

To contact Beechwood Dental, please call (01) 496 7526

Cabinteely, Dublin 18

Wednesday 21st December: 9.00-19.00
Thursday 22nd December: 9.00-17.30
Friday 23rd December: 9.00-13.00
Saturday 24th December: Closed
Sunday 25th December: Closed
Monday 26th December: Closed
Tuesday 27th December: Closed
Wednesday 28th December: Closed
Thursday 29th December: Closed
Friday 30th December: Closed
Saturday 31st December: Closed
Sunday 1st January: Closed
Monday 2nd January: Closed
Tuesday 3rd January: 9-19.00

For contact details of Dental Care Ireland Cabinteely, see here.

Callan Dental, Co. Kilkenny

Wednesday 21st December: 09:00-19:00
Thursday 22nd December: 09:00-17:00
Friday 23rd December: 09:00-16:00
Saturday 24th December: 09:00-11:00
Sunday 25th December: Closed
Monday 26th December: Closed
Tuesday 27th December: Closed
Wednesday 28th December: 09:00-11:00
Thursday 29th December: Closed
Friday 30th December: 09:00-11:00
Saturday 31st December: Closed
Sunday 1st January: Closed
Monday 2nd January: Closed
Tuesday 3rd January: 09:00-18:30

For contact details of Callan Dental, see here.

Carlow Town, Co. Carlow

Wednesday 21st December: 9-17.40
Thursday 22nd December: 9-18.30
Friday 23rd December: 9-17.40
Saturday 24th December: Closed
Sunday 25th December: Closed
Monday 26th December: Closed
Tuesday 27th December: Closed
Wednesday 28th December: Closed
Thursday 29th December: Closed
Friday 30th December: Closed
Saturday 31st December: Closed
Sunday 1st January: Closed
Monday 2nd January: Closed
Tuesday 3rd January: 9-17.40

For contact details of Dental Care Ireland Carlow, see here.

Castlebar, Co. Mayo

Wednesday 21st December: 8.00-17.00
Thursday 22nd December: 07.00-17.00
Friday 23rd December: 08.00-17.00
Saturday 24th December: Closed
Sunday 25th December: Closed
Monday 26th December: Closed
Tuesday 27th December: Closed
Wednesday 28th December: Closed
Thursday 29th December: Closed
Friday 30th December: Closed
Saturday 31st December: Closed
Sunday 1st January: Closed
Monday 2nd January: Closed
Tuesday 3rd January: 08.00-17.00

For contact details of Dental Care Ireland Castlebar, see here.

Claregalway, Co. Galway

Wednesday 21st December: 8:00 – 17:15
Thursday 22nd December: 9:00 – 17:15
Friday 23rd December: 9:00 – 17:15
Saturday 24th December: Closed
Sunday 25th December: Closed
Monday 26th December: Closed
Tuesday 27th December: Closed
Wednesday 28th December: Closed
Thursday 29th December: Closed
Friday 30th December: Closed
Saturday 31st December: Closed
Sunday 1st January: Closed
Monday 2nd January: Closed
Tuesday 3rd January: 8:00 – 17:15

For contact details of Dental Care Ireland Claregalway, see here.

Cork City, Co. Cork

Wednesday 21st December: 09.00 – 18.00
Thursday 22nd December: 09.00 – 18.00
Friday 23rd December: 09.00 – 18.00
Saturday 24th December: 09.00 – 14.00
Sunday 25th December: Closed
Monday 26th December: Closed
Tuesday 27th December: Closed
Wednesday 28th December: 09.00 – 14.00
Thursday 29th December: 09.00 – 14.00
Friday 30th December: 09.00 – 14.00
Saturday 31st December: Closed
Sunday 1st January: Closed
Monday 2nd January: Closed
Tuesday 3rd January: 09.00 – 17.00

For contact details of Dental Care Ireland Cork, see here.

Drogheda, Co. Louth

Wednesday 21st December: 8:30 – 17:00
Thursday 22nd December: 8:30 – 17:00
Friday 23rd December: 8:30 – 16:00
Saturday 24th December: Closed
Sunday 25th December: Closed
Monday 26th December: Closed
Tuesday 27th December: Closed
Wednesday 28th December: 9:00 – 13:00
Thursday 29th December: Closed
Friday 30th December: 9:00 – 13:00
Saturday 31st December: Closed
Sunday 1st January: Closed
Monday 2nd January: Closed
Tuesday 3rd January: 8:30 – 17:00

For contact details of Dental Care Ireland Drogheda, see here.

Dundrum, Dublin 14

Wednesday 21st December: 10:00 – 19:00
Thursday 22nd December: 08:00 – 17:00
Friday 23rd December: Closed
Saturday 24th December: Closed
Sunday 25th December: Closed
Monday 26th December: Closed
Tuesday 27th December: Closed
Wednesday 28th December: Closed
Thursday 29th December: Closed
Friday 30th December: Closed
Saturday 31st December: Closed
Sunday 1st January: Closed
Monday 2nd January: Closed
Tuesday 3rd January: 8:30 – 17:00

For contact details of Dental Care Ireland Dundrum, see here.

Ennis, Co. Clare

Wednesday 21st December: 09:00 – 17:30
Thursday 22nd December: 09:00 – 17:30
Friday 23rd December: 08:00 – 15:00
Saturday 24th December: Closed
Sunday 25th December: Closed
Monday 26th December: Closed
Tuesday 27th December: Closed
Wednesday 28th December: Closed
Thursday 29th December: Closed
Friday 30th December: Closed
Saturday 31st December: Closed
Sunday 1st January: Closed
Monday 2nd January: Closed
Tuesday 3rd January: 09:00-17:30

For contact details of Dental Care Ireland Ennis, see here.

Greystones, Co. Wicklow

Wednesday 21st December: 09:00 – 19:00
Thursday 22nd December: 09:00 – 18:00
Friday 23rd December: 08:00 – 17:00
Saturday 24th December: Closed
Sunday 25th December: Closed
Monday 26th December: Closed
Tuesday 27th December: Closed
Wednesday 28th December: 9:30 – 11:30
Thursday 29th December: 10:00 – 12:00
Friday 30th December: 10:00 – 12:00
Saturday 31st December: Closed
Sunday 1st January: Closed
Monday 2nd January: Closed
Tuesday 3rd January: 09:00 – 18:00

For contact details of Dental Care Ireland Greystones, see here.

Kells, Co. Meath

Wednesday 21st December: 09.00-17.00
Thursday 22nd December: 09.00-17.00
Friday 23rd December: Closed
Saturday 24th December: Closed
Sunday 25th December: Closed
Monday 26th December: Closed
Tuesday 27th December: Closed
Wednesday 28th December: 11.00-15.00
Thursday 29th December: Closed
Friday 30th December: Closed
Saturday 31st December: Closed
Sunday 1st January: Closed
Monday 2nd January: Closed
Tuesday 3rd January: 09.00-16.00

For contact details of Dental Care Ireland Kells, see here.

REVA Kells, Co. Meath

Wednesday 21st December: 8.00 -18.00
Thursday 22nd December: 08.00 – 18.00
Friday 23rd December: 08.00 – 14.00
Saturday 24th December: Closed
Sunday 25th December: Closed
Monday 26th December: Closed
Tuesday 27th December: Closed
Wednesday 28th December: 08.00 – 14.00
Thursday 29th December: 08.00 – 14.00
Friday 30th December: Closed
Saturday 31st December: Closed
Sunday 1st January: Closed
Monday 2nd January: Closed
Tuesday 3rd January: 08.00 – 18.00

To contact REVA Kells, please call (046) 928 2888

Kilbarrack, Dublin 5

Wednesday 21st December: 8.00-19.00
Thursday 22nd December: 8.00-19:30
Friday 23rd December: 8.00-17:30
Saturday 24th December: Closed
Sunday 25th December: Closed
Monday 26th December: Closed
Tuesday 27th December: Closed
Wednesday 28th December: 10.00-14.00
Thursday 29th December: Closed
Friday 30th December: Closed
Saturday 31st December: Closed
Sunday 1st January: Closed
Monday 2nd January: Closed
Tuesday 3rd January: 8.00-20.00

For contact details of Dental Care Ireland Kilbarrack, see here.

REVA Kilkenny, Co. Kilkenny

Wednesday 21st December: 09.30-19.00
Thursday 22nd December: 09.30-19.00
Friday 23rd December: 09.30-17.00
Saturday 24th December: Closed
Sunday 25th December: Closed
Monday 26th December: Closed
Tuesday 27th December: Closed
Wednesday 28th December: 09.30-19.00
Thursday 29th December: 09.30-17.00
Friday 30th December: 09.30-15.30
Saturday 31st December: Closed
Sunday 1st January: Closed
Monday 2nd January: Closed
Tuesday 3rd January: 09.30-17.00

For contact details of REVA Kilkenny, see here.

Kimmage, Dublin 6W

Wednesday 21st December: 9.00-1.00
Thursday 22nd December: 9.00-18.00
Friday 23rd December: 9.00-13.00
Saturday 24th December: Closed
Sunday 25th December: Closed
Monday 26th December: Closed
Tuesday 27th December: Closed
Wednesday 28th December: 9.00-13.00
Thursday 29th December: 9.00-14.00
Friday 30th December: 9.00-13.00
Saturday 31st December: Closed
Sunday 1st January: Closed
Monday 2nd January: Closed
Tuesday 3rd January: 9.00-18.00

For contact details of Dental Care Ireland Kimmage, see here.

Knocklyon, Dublin 16

Wednesday 21st December: 8.00-19.00
Thursday 22nd December: 8.00-19.00
Friday 23rd December: 8.00-18.00
Saturday 24th December: Closed
Sunday 25th December: Closed
Monday 26th December: Closed
Tuesday 27th December: Closed
Wednesday 28th December: 8.00-12.00*
Thursday 29th December: Closed
Friday 30th December: 8.00-12.00*
Saturday 31st December: Closed
Sunday 1st January: Closed
Monday 2nd January: Closed
Tuesday 3rd January: 8.00-19.00

For contact details of Dental Care Ireland Knocklyon, see here.

Limerick, Co. Limerick

Wednesday 21st December: 09.00-17.00
Thursday 22nd December: 09.00-18.00
Friday 23rd December: 09.00-13.30
Saturday 24th December: Closed
Sunday 25th December: Closed
Monday 26th December: Closed
Tuesday 27th December: Closed
Wednesday 28th December: 09.00-13.30
Thursday 29th December: Closed
Friday 30th December: Closed
Saturday 31st December: Closed
Sunday 1st January: Closed
Monday 2nd January: Closed
Tuesday 3rd January: 09.00-18.00

For contact details of Dental Care Ireland Limerick, see here.

Molesworth Street, Dublin 2

Wednesday 21st December: 08:00-20:00
Thursday 22nd December: 08:00-18:00
Friday 23rd December: 08:00-13:00
Saturday 24th December: Closed
Sunday 25th December: Closed
Monday 26th December: Closed
Tuesday 27th December: Closed
Wednesday 28th December: Closed
Thursday 29th December: 10:00-14:00
Friday 30th December: 10:00-14:00
Saturday 31st December: Closed
Sunday 1st January: Closed
Monday 2nd January: Closed
Tuesday 3rd January: 08:00–18:00

For contact details of Dental Care Ireland Molesworth, see here.

Navan, Co. Meath

Wednesday 21st December: 8:00 – 17:00
Thursday 22nd December: 8:00 – 16:30
Friday 23rd December: 8:00 – 14:00
Saturday 24th December: Closed
Sunday 25th December: Closed
Monday 26th December: Closed
Tuesday 27th December: Closed
Wednesday 28th December: Closed
Thursday 29th December: 9:00 – 13:00
Friday 30th December: Closed
Saturday 31st December: Closed
Sunday 1st January: Closed
Monday 2nd January: Closed
Tuesday 3rd January: 8:00 – 17:00

For contact details of Dental Care Ireland Navan, see here.

Sligo Town, Co. Sligo

Wednesday 21st December: 08.30 – 15.00
Thursday 22nd December: 08.30 – 17.00
Friday 23rd December: 08.30 – 15.00
Saturday 24th December: Closed
Sunday 25th December: Closed
Monday 26th December: Closed
Tuesday 27th December: Closed
Wednesday 28th December: Closed
Thursday 29th December: Closed
Friday 30th December: Closed
Saturday 31st December: Closed
Sunday 1st January: Closed
Monday 2nd January: Closed
Tuesday 3rd January: 08.30 – 17.00

For contact details of Dental Care Ireland Sligo, see here.

Swords, Co. Dublin

Wednesday 21st December: 08.00-17.00
Thursday 22nd December: 08.00-17.00
Friday 23rd December: 08.00-14.00
Saturday 24th December: Closed
Sunday 25th December: Closed
Monday 26th December: Closed
Tuesday 27th December: Closed
Wednesday 28th December:Closed
Thursday 29th December: Closed
Friday 30th December: Closed
Saturday 31st December: Closed
Sunday 1st January: Closed
Monday 2nd January: Closed
Tuesday 3rd January: 08.00-17.00

For contact details of Dental Care Ireland Swords, see here.

Tuam, Co. Galway

Wednesday 21st December: 8:00-16:30
Thursday 22nd December: 9:00-17:00
Friday 23rd December: 9:00-17:00
Saturday 24th December: Closed
Sunday 25th December: Closed
Monday 26th December: Closed
Tuesday 27th December: Closed
Wednesday 28th December:Closed
Thursday 29th December: Closed
Friday 30th December: Closed
Saturday 31st December: Closed
Sunday 1st January: Closed
Monday 2nd January: Closed
Tuesday 3rd January: Closed

For contact details of Dental Care Ireland Tuam, see here.

Tullamore, Co. Offaly

Wednesday 21st December: 09.00-17.30
Thursday 22nd December: 09.00-17.30
Friday 23rd December: 09.00-17.30
Saturday 24th December: Closed
Sunday 25th December: Closed
Monday 26th December: Closed
Tuesday 27th December: Closed
Wednesday 28th December: 09.00-13.00
Thursday 29th December: 09.00-13.00
Friday 30th December:
Saturday 31st December: Closed
Sunday 1st January: Closed
Monday 2nd January: Closed
Tuesday 3rd January: 09.00-17.30

For contact details of Dental Care Ireland Tullamore, see here.

Virginia, Co. Cavan

Wednesday 21st December: 09:00-18:00
Thursday 22nd December: 09:00-16:00
Friday 23rd December: 09:00-16:00
Saturday 24th December: Closed
Sunday 25th December: Closed
Monday 26th December: Closed
Tuesday 27th December: Closed
Wednesday 28th December: 09:00-13:00
Thursday 29th December: 09:00-13:00
Friday 30th December: Closed
Saturday 31st December: Closed
Sunday 1st January: Closed
Monday 2nd January: Closed
Tuesday 3rd January: 09:00-18:00

For contact details of Dental Care Ireland Virginia, see here.

Waterford City, Co. Waterford

Wednesday 21st December: 09.00-17.40
Thursday 22nd December: 09.00-18.30
Friday 23rd December: 09.00-16.00
Saturday 24th December: Closed
Sunday 25th December: Closed
Monday 26th December: Closed
Tuesday 27th December: 10:00 – 13:00 (emergency appointments only)
Wednesday 28th December: 09.30-16.00
Thursday 29th December: 09.00-13.o0
Friday 30th December: Closed
Saturday 31st December: Closed
Sunday 1st January: Closed
Monday 2nd January: Closed
Tuesday 3rd January: 09.00-17.40

For contact details of Dental Care Ireland Waterford, see here.

Westport, Co. Mayo

Wednesday 21st December: 09.00-18.00
Thursday 22nd December: 09.00-18.00
Friday 23rd December: 09.00-17.00
Saturday 24th December: Closed
Sunday 25th December: Closed
Monday 26th December: Closed
Tuesday 27th December: Closed
Wednesday 28th December: 10.00-14.00
Thursday 29th December: 10.00-14.00
Friday 30th December: 10.00-14.00
Saturday 31st December: Closed
Sunday 1st January: Closed
Monday 2nd January: Closed
Tuesday 3rd January: 09.00-18.00

For contact details of Dental Care Ireland Westport, see here.

Wexford Town, Co. Wexford

Wednesday 21st December: 8.30-19:00
Thursday 22nd December: 8.30-19:00
Friday 23rd December: 08:30-17:00
Saturday 24th December: Closed
Sunday 25th December: Closed
Monday 26th December: Closed
Tuesday 27th December: Closed
Wednesday 28th December: 09:00-14:00
Thursday 29th December: 09:00-14:00
Friday 30th December: 09:00-14:00
Saturday 31st December: Closed
Sunday 1st January: Closed
Monday 2nd January: Closed
Tuesday 3rd January: 08:30-19:00

For contact details of Dental Care Ireland Wexford, see here.

If you experience a dental emergency while your local Dental Care Ireland practice is closed during the Christmas period, you can contact an emergency service below:

Leinster:

Dublin Dental Hospital: (01) 6127391
VHI SwiftCare Dundrum: (01) 4482450
St James’s Hospital A&E: (01) 4103000
Our Lady’s Hospital, Navan, Co. Meath: (046) 9078770
NEDOC, Navan, Co. Meath: (046) 6850750
Midland Regional Hospital Tullamore: (057) 932 1501
Wexford General Hospital: (053) 9153000
Caredoc (South East & South Wicklow): 0818 300 365 or (059) 913 8100
Luke’s General Hospital Carlow/Kilkenny: (056) 7785000
Midoc: 1850 302 702

Munster:

Cork University Dental School & Hospital: (021) 4901100
University Hospital Limerick: (061) 301 111
Midoc: 1850 302 702

Connacht:

University College Galway: (091) 524222
Sligo University Hospital: 071 9171111
Caredoc Sligo: 0818 365 399
Westdoc: 1850 365 000

Ulster:

Caredoc (West Cavan): 0818 365 399

For more information on what is deemed a dental emergency, please see our FAQ page here.

Are You Dreaming of a White Christmas?

Teeth whitening is in high demand as we head towards the festive season, and we have a special offer just for you. We are offering 20% off teeth whitening at Dental Care Ireland this November and December!

Teeth whitening is an extremely popular treatment because our teeth are not naturally perfectly white, no matter how well we look after them! Certain foods and lifestyle choices, such as coffee and smoking, can also affect the colour of our teeth.

So what does teeth whitening treatment actually entail? Here are the simple steps to a brighter, whiter smile with Dental Care Ireland.

Consultation

The first step is to book a consultation with your dentist to make sure your teeth are suitable for a professional whitening treatment. Your dentist will then perform a thorough examination of your teeth. Issues such as gum disease, tooth decay or hypersensitivity may determine whether or not you are a suitable candidate for whitening.

Also, whitening only works on natural teeth, so you may have to get crowns, veneers or fillings replaced after whitening to ensure they remain the same shade as your newly whitened teeth.

Impressions

Once the examination is complete, your dentist will take ‘impressions’ of your teeth so whitening trays can be created specifically for your teeth. Your dentist will also discuss what shade of white you would like to achieve through the treatment.

Home Kit

When your trays have been made, you will be asked to return to the practice to collect them. Our team will then provide you with these trays and the whitening kit, which includes tubes of whitening gel for you to use at home.

Your dentist will talk you through how, when and for how long to use the gel. It is very simple and the whole process has been designed to have a minimal impact on your daily life. You will also be provided with detailed written instructions and if you have any questions, the team will be happy to answer them.

Treatment

We generally recommend that the teeth whitening trays are used at home for at least an hour a day for between 7 and 14 days to achieve the result you want, though your dentist will make recommendations specifically for you depending on your lifestyle and whitening goals.

The whitening gel can also cause some discomfort to patients with sensitive teeth, but you needn’t worry about this as it is perfectly normal. It will go away after your treatment is finished. Your dentist can also provide you with specialist sensitive toothpaste to use during your home treatment.

After the initial treatment, you will likely have enough whitening gel so you can do your own ‘top-ups’ if and when desired. Additional whitening gel tubes can be purchased at our practice if you need them in future.

Why not treat yourself or your loved one to a white smile this Christmas? To avail of 20% off teeth whitening, you can contact your local Dental Care Ireland practice here.

T&C’s apply. Offer ends 31st December 2022.

Trick or Treat! Mind Your Teeth!

We all know that sugar can be bad for your teeth, which makes Halloween a particularly scary time for your oral health!

Sugar in sweets and fizzy drinks allows for the bacteria in dental plaque to produce acids. This acid can lead to loss of tooth mineral, which eventually leads to cavities and tooth decay.

Dr Jennifer Collins, Clinical Director of Dental Care Ireland, has outlined some tricks to protect your healthy teeth this Halloween.

#1 Choose Treats Wisely

While sugar in general is bad for your teeth, some treats can be more harmful than others. For example, sticky sweets such as toffee or jellies will linger on your teeth for longer than softer treats like chocolate, which puts you at higher risk of experiencing tooth decay. Also, beware of hard sweets that can chip or crack teeth. Bags of popcorn are a great, healthy option for trick-or-treaters!

#2 Timing is Everything

We advise enjoying your Halloween treats during mealtimes, such as after dinner. Saliva production is increased during mealtimes, so your mouth will be better able to rinse sugar off your teeth. If you graze on sweet treats throughout the day, your mouth does not get a chance to rinse the sugar away, putting you at higher risk of tooth decay.

#3 Drink Plenty of Water

Drinking plenty of water will help dilute any acid attacks caused by sugary foods or drinks, and will also wash away any sticky sweets that are stuck to your teeth. However, keep in mind to avoid ‘healthy’ drinks such as smoothies or fruit juices, as these also contain high amounts of sugar and so can be counter productive.

#4 Be Fearful of Fake Fangs

It is important to be cautious of Halloween costumes that may impact dental health, such as fake teeth or prosthetics. Read the labels carefully to avoid any potential choking hazards for children. For younger children, who are losing baby teeth, it is best to avoid wearing any false teeth or fangs, in case tooth loss may be accelerated.

#5 Keep Up Good Habits

Maintaining a good, regular dental hygiene routine is very important for healthy teeth, especially when teeth are exposed to more sugar than usual. Ideally, we should be brushing our teeth twice a day for two minutes with a fluoride toothpaste, especially last thing at night. Also, don’t forget to floss!

#6 Wait Before Brushing

While brushing is important for healthy teeth, it’s important not to brush your teeth too soon after consuming sugary food or drinks. Some acidic foods soften your enamel, so if you brush right after eating them, you risk damaging your enamel further while it is weakened. For this reason, it’s a good idea to wait approximately 30 minutes before brushing your teeth.

#7 Schedule an Annual Exam

The Halloween mid-term break is a good time to schedule a family dental appointment if you haven’t already done so. The best way to prevent dental issues is to visit your dentist regularly. Remember, prevention is better than cure! You can make an appointment with your local Dental Care Ireland practice today.

Working at Dental Care Ireland

Earlier this month, Dental Care Ireland was Highly Commended as “Best Employer” at the Irish Dentistry Awards 2022!

Our people are what make our practices; they are the driving force behind the company’s success and our most valuable assets. Therefore, we will always ensure the environment within our practices is supportive, friendly and most importantly, enjoyable! We always strive to achieve this by working closely with our teams to hear their needs and support them, whether that be inside or outside of work.

Since our beginning in 2014, Dental Care Ireland has grown to 32 practices across Ireland with over 400 employees. As the company develops, one thing remains the same; our commitment to our employees.

Below, you can find testimonials of Dental Care Ireland employees from across the country:

“The support I receive from the team at our practice is so important to perform my role effectively. Our team spirit here at Dental Care Ireland Tuam is incredibly strong, which really helps me to provide the best patient care I can. Keeping our relationships strong as a team is essential to creating a smooth experience for all of our patients and allows me to really enjoy my job!”

Nora Burke. Receptionist/Dental Nurse, Dental Care Ireland Tuam

“I’ve been working with Dental Care Ireland in Tullamore for over six years now. I’ve had the opportunity to progress in my career within a relatively short amount of time which I am extremely happy about. I started as a Receptionist/Dental Nurse and later decided to further my career by completing an ILM Course in Leadership and Management in 2017. In November 2019, I progressed to the Lead Nurse role and then Practice Manager in November 2021.”

Katie Doyle. Practice Manager, Dental Care Ireland Tullamore

“Working in Northumberland Dental Care as part of the Dental Care Ireland family is brilliant. The team here is great and being able to work in such a modern practice makes life as a dentist just that bit easier! The support staff are incredibly hard working and efficient, and the team spirit within the practice is amazing.”

Dr Jennifer Collins. Lead General Dentist, Northumberland Dental Care

We currently have vacancies available for a number of positions across the country, including receptionists, dental nurses and hygienists. If you wish to read more about the available positions, please visit our careers page.

If a suitable position is not advertised, don’t worry! We love hearing from people who are keen to join our team, and new positions are created frequently as the company grows. Since 2021, we have advertised approximately 45 new roles within the company! If you would like to get in touch about working at Dental Care Ireland, please email us on careers@dentalcareireland.ie.

Top Tips for Back to School Dental Care

It’s almost back to school time! With books to buy and uniforms to fit, this is always a very busy period for parents and guardians. There are plenty of boxes to tick to make sure your child is ready for the new term, and their back to school dental health is one of them!

From tooth-friendly lunchboxes to mouthguard fitting, Dr Jennifer Collins, Clinical Director of Dental Care Ireland, has set out some tips to help you plan for your child’s return to school.

#1 Schedule a check-up

Prevention is better than cure, and regular check-ups with your paediatric dentist are the best way to avoid unnecessary pain and minimise impact on important study time during the school year. Routine attendance will also help to reduce unexpected dental costs in the longer-term. Booking your child’s dental or orthodontic appointments well in advance can also help you plan effectively around their school schedule.

#2 Replace toothbrushes

In the rush to update school shoes, uniforms and stationery for the new school year, be sure to consider replacing the family’s toothbrushes too. It is important to replace your child’s toothbrush at least every three months, or after an illness. To keep their mouths healthy, regular brushing with a fluoride toothpaste is key.

#3 Supervise brushing

For younger children, parents will still need to provide assistance with brushing, whilst at the same time encouraging them to manage their own brushing routine. Experts recommend that brushing assistance is needed until such time as the child has demonstrated good manual dexterity for independent tasks such as tying shoelaces.

#4 Tooth-friendly lunch boxes

Most schools have a healthy lunch box policy, which goes hand-in-hand with maintaining good dental health. This should include a balance of grains, milk, cheese, raw vegetables, yoghurt or fruit. Ideally, opt for a small child’s size bottle of water or a small carton of milk. Drinking water will help to dilute any acid attacks on the teeth.

#5 Restrict treats to mealtime

With the prospect of birthday party season and Halloween on the horizon, try to limit treats to mealtimes and avoid grazing on them throughout the day. Our saliva production increases during meals, which helps rinse away sugary food particles and can reduce the risk of cavities. Avoid treats that tend to linger in the mouth, such as hard or sticky sweets.

#6 Mouth guard fitting

A properly fitted mouthguard is an essential safety feature for children ahead of the winter sports season. A dentist can custom fit your child’s mouthguard to ensure that it is accurately adapted to the mouth and stays in place securely. As the child’s teeth develop and change, it is important to check each year that their mouthguard still fits.

#7 Emergency contacts

The beginning of the school year is a great opportunity to update your emergency contact list. Ideally, this should include your paediatric dentist’s details so that if your child has a dental emergency at school, your family dentist can be contacted. It is also worth checking if your school has access to a paediatric dentist on call, in case of playground or sports mishaps.

Dental Care Ireland has 29 dental practices nationwide. Click here to find your local practice and book your family’s next dental appointment.

Invisalign Open Day at Dental Care Ireland Tuam

Have you considered Invisalign, but the time never felt right? Well, with our exclusive Invisalign Open Day offers at Dental Care Ireland Tuam, there has never been a better time to book a consultation!

Dr Amita Bhagwat & Dr Alison Browne are hosting our first ever Invisalign Open Day at Dental Care Ireland Tuam on Wednesday, the 10th of August. On the day, we will be offering you free Invisalign consultations, free teeth whitening and a hygiene visit with a total worth of €350!

Invisalign is a clear aligner system that can effectively and discreetly straighten your teeth. Invisalign is comfortable and almost unnoticeable, making it an extremely popular method of teeth straightening. They are designed to fit your lifestyle rather than disrupt it, whether you’re busy with work, school or travel.

Invisalign utilises virtually invisible and removable aligners to gently shift your teeth into position and gradually straighten your teeth over time. These clear aligners can correct a range of concerns, including overbite, underbite, crossbite, gap teeth, open bite and crowded teeth.

During your free consultation on our Invisalign Open Day, we will use our iTero scanner which allows us to show you 3D digital before & after images of what you can expect from your Invisalign results. Places are limited, and the above offer only applies to patients seen on the day. To avoid disappointment, you can book online here to secure your free consultation.

Book your FREE Invisalign consultation.

To learn more about Invisalign at Dental Care Ireland Tuam, please visit our website.