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Summer is a season filled with fun activities, outdoor adventures, and lots of social gatherings. While you’re enjoying the sun and all that summer has to offer, it’s important to remember that your dental health needs attention too. At Northumberland Dental Care, we’re committed to helping you maintain a healthy, beautiful smile all year round. Here are some tips on protecting your smile during everyday summer activities. Protecting Your Teeth While Playing Sports Summer is a great time for sports and outdoor activities, but these can pose risks to your teeth. Whether you’re playing football, basketball, or any contact sport, protecting your teeth from potential injuries is crucial. Tips: Wear a Mouthguard: Invest in a custom-fitted mouthguard to protect your teeth from impact. Our specialists can create a mouthguard tailored to your mouth for optimal comfort and protection. Stay Hydrated: Dehydration can reduce saliva production, which is esse

Exciting news is on the horizon for Northumberland Dental Care as we extend a warm welcome to the newest addition to our team, Dr. Maurice Fitzgerald.  Who is Dr. Maurice Fitzgerald? Dr. Fitzgerald’s extensive experience in prosthodontics and implant dentistry brings a wealth of specialised knowledge to our practice. His tenure at Dublin Specialist Dentistry, academic achievements, and affiliations with esteemed dental associations position him as a leading authority in his field. His dedication to continuing education, evidenced by his frequent travels to international conferences and seminars, underscores his unwavering pursuit of excellence. With his distinguished background in prosthodontics and implant dentistry, Dr. Fitzgerald’s arrival introduces some new treatments to our service offering. What New Services Can You Expect To See? As a Prosthodontic Specialist, Dr. Fitzgerald will bring with him a comprehensive range of restorative and cosmetic trea

A smile is often the first thing people notice about us. It’s a universal expression of joy, confidence, and warmth. However, for many individuals, achieving their ideal smile can be a journey. Fortunately, with advancements in cosmetic dentistry, transforming your smile into one you’ve always dreamed of is now more accessible than ever before. Cosmetic dentistry goes beyond just addressing dental issues; it focuses on enhancing the aesthetics of your smile, boosting your confidence, and improving your overall oral health. From whitening treatments to composite bonding, there’s a wide range of procedures available to suit various needs and preferences. Let’s delve into the cosmetic dentistry procedures that we offer here at Northumberland Dental Care: Teeth Whitening: Over time, our teeth can become stained or discolored due to factors like diet, lifestyle habits, and aging. Professional teeth whitening treatments offered by cosmetic dentists can effec

Don’t Let Bad Breath Get In The Way This Valentine’s Day. As Valentine’s Day arrives, the air is filled with anticipation for all the romantics out there. With meticulous preparation of haircuts, new outfits, and carefully planned evenings it’s only natural to want every detail to be perfect. The last thing anyone wants is bad breath to dampen the atmosphere. Surprisingly, one in four of us is affected with this common issue. Fear not, as we delve into insightful strategies to combat bad breath this Valentine’s Day. What typically causes bad breath? Bad breath (halitosis) commonly stems from bacteria in the gums and tongue. These bacteria naturally break down food particles in the mouth, with smoking also being a frequent contributor. In some instances, persistent bad breath may signal underlying dental issues like tooth decay or gum disease. Can stress worsen bad breath? Stress, along with factors like dieting, aging, hormonal fluctuations, and d

Our Christmas opening hours are listed below, along with contact details in the event of a dental emergency during the holiday period. Northumberland Dental Care will return to normal opening hours from Wednesday, 3rd 2024. We’d like to wish all our patients a very Merry Christmas and a happy, healthy New Year. Northumberland Dental Care Christmas Opening Hours: Thursday 21st December: 07.30-17.30 Friday 22nd December: 07.30-13.00 Saturday 23rd December: Closed Sunday 24th December: Closed Monday 25th December: Closed Tuesday 26th December: Closed Wednesday 27th December: Closed Thursday 28th December: Closed Friday 29th December: Closed Saturday 30th December: Closed Sunday 31st December: Closed  Monday 1st January: Closed Tuesday 2nd January: 07.30-17.30 If you experience a dental emergency while our practice is closed during the Christmas period, you can contact an emergency service below: Dublin Dental Hospital: (01) 612

Gum recession occurs when the gum tissue surrounding your teeth wears away or pulls back, exposing more of the tooth or the root beneath. Receding gums are a common condition, and can occur at any age. People are often unaware that their gums are receding as it is such a gradual process. Although gum tissue does not grow back, there are many treatment options that can help to stop or slow down the process. If left untreated, however, the tissue and bone structures of the teeth can be severely damaged, eventually leading to tooth loss. Here, Dr Maher Kemmoona, our gum specialist, outlines some common causes, symptoms and treatments for receding gums. Why do gums recede? There are a number of factors that can cause gums to recede, including: Gum diseases: these are bacterial gum infections that destroy gum tissue and the supporting bone which holds the teeth in place. Genetics: some people are more predisposed to periodontal weaknesses and gum disease. Aggressive t

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, Lead General Dentist at Northumberland Dental Care, 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 d

Seafield Dental, previously located on the Stillorgan Road, has officially joined forces with Northumberland Dental Care in Ballsbridge. This merger marks an exciting phase in Northumberland Dental Care’s growth, bringing with it two highly skilled professionals, Dr Aoife Crotty and Claire Murphy, who have joined the dynamic team in Ballsbridge. Meet Dr Aoife Crotty In pursuing a career in dentistry, Dr Aoife Crotty has followed in the footsteps of her father Patrick Crotty and her late grandfather Joe Moloney. She qualified with an honours Bachelor’s Degree in Dental Surgery from The University of Sheffield 2015 after having completed a BSc in Chemistry from University College Dublin. Dr Crotty completed the UK Foundation Training programme gaining great experience in primary care practices and family dentistry.  Since returning to Dublin, she has worked at a number of busy clinics and as a Senior House Officer under Dr Aisling O’Mahony at the National Cleft a

Northumberland Dental Care is pleased to offer a dental examination, scale and polish for only €15 to all those who qualify for PRSI dental entitlements, including self-employed individuals. This includes small business owners, farmers, tradespeople, freelancers, contractors, and professionals.  Unsure how to claim your PRSI dental entitlements? No problem, we have answered your more frequently asked questions below.   Who can claim PRSI dental entitlements?  The Treatment Benefit Scheme is available to insured workers, the self-employed and retired people who have the required number of social insurance (PRSI) contributions. To qualify, you must have paid class A, E, P, H or S social insurance (PRSI) contributions. The amount of social insurance you need depends on your age. If your spouse, civil partner or cohabitant does not have enough social insurance contributions, he/she may still qualify for Treatment Benefit on your social insurance record. To do this, you must qualif

Dealing with nervousness and anxiety when facing a dental visit is very common. Each person experiences dental anxiety in different ways. If you are an anxious dental patient, however, there are many strategies that can help you to cope. Dr Chris Ford, general dentist at Northumberland Dental Care, has particular expertise in dental sedation and pain management. Dr Ford works alongside Professor Michael Carey, Anaesthetist, to provide sedation to patients of our practice. Below, Dr Ford has answered your most frequently asked questions about sedation for nervous patients.    Am I suitable for dental sedation? Dental sedation is an option for those who suffer with high amounts of fear, nervousness or anxiety about dental treatments. Dr Chris Ford provides intravenous sedation for adults aged 15 – 65 who are fit and well. This can be used for treatments such as simple extractions, surgical extractions, restorations and cleanings. While there is no specific