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6 Ways to Protect Your Children’s Teeth This Easter. “It’s common knowledge that sugar is one of the main causes of tooth decay, and unfortunately Easter eggs are full of it! However, there are effective steps you can take to help protect your child’s teeth this Easter,” says Dr Jennifer Collins, Lead General Dentist at Northumberland Dental Care. Before we all get stuck into our chocolate eggs over the Easter break, here are six ways you can protect your child’s teeth this Easter…   Save treats for after meals “It’s not just the amount of chocolate and sweets we eat this Easter. The frequency and timing of consumption is also important when it comes to protecting our teeth,” says Dr Jennifer Collins. Instead of grazing on Easter eggs throughout the day, enjoy some chocolate as dessert straight after a meal. Saliva production increases during meals, which helps to rinse away sugary food particles and can reduce the risk of cavities.  

A dental emergency can be alarming on the best of days and certainly have a tendency to happen when it’s least convenient. Dr Rebecca Gavin from Northumberland Dental Care has answered your frequently asked questions about dental emergencies and how to deal with them. What should I do if I have a toothache? If you are experiencing a toothache, it’s best to rinse the mouth with warm water first to clean it out thoroughly. Use desensitising toothpaste and gently use some dental floss to remove stubborn food or debris between the teeth. If the pain persists, a suitable over-the-counter pain relief remedy can help to ease discomfort, as recommended by your pharmacist. It is also important to book an appointment with your dentist who will be able to examine the sore tooth. If pain relief does not subsidise your pain or if mild swelling occurs and you cannot attend your dentist, you should contact your local out-of-hours dentist or local GP. In cases of extreme swelling which affects the

Referring Your Patients to Northumberland Dental Care. Northumberland Dental Care offers state-of-the-art specialised dental services to patients all across Ireland. Located in an elegantly renovated Georgian house in the heart of Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, our dental practice has offered specialist dentistry for over 30 years. Our vision is to be the centre of excellence of Irish dentistry, where a full spectrum of dental treatments and services are provided to you by highly qualified professionals. Our team’s ethos is to encompass all aspects of excellence in dentistry as a team, focusing on the patient’s needs. Our practice offers various services, including; dental implants, endodontic treatments and periodontics provided by leading specialists.  Why Refer to Northumberland Dental Care? We offer a complete range of dental services and facilities at our practice. Our state of the art imaging services (OPG, Galileos CT scan) are available at competitive prices and flexible t

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

Within the root of your tooth, situated beneath the gum line, there is a canal filled with pulp which provides your tooth with nourishment and contains a lot of nerve endings. Endodontic treatment (root canal treatment) involves the cleaning, shaping and filling of the root canal system. Root canal treatments are necessary when the pulp becomes inflamed or infected. The inflammation or infection can be caused by a variety of reasons; deep decay, repeated trauma to the tooth, or a crack or chip in the tooth. An injury to a tooth may cause pulp damage even if the tooth has no visible chips or cracks. If pulp inflammation or infection is left untreated, it can cause pain or lead to an abscess. Dr Raphael Bellamy, our Endodontist at Northumberland Dental Care, has answered some of your frequently asked endodontic questions.   Endodontic Treatment FAQs   What is root canal treatment? Endodontic or root canal treatment involves the dentist or endodontist ope

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 Tuesday, 3rd January 2023. We’d like to wish all our patients a very Merry Christmas and a happy, healthy New Year. Northumberland Dental Care Christmas Opening Hours: 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 If you experience a dental emergency while our practice is closed during the Christmas period, you can contact an emergency s

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 Northumberland Dental Care 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 Northumberland Dental Care.   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

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 dinner. Sa

Erosive tooth wear, or tooth erosion, is much more common than you may think. Did you know that about a third of all adults experience erosive tooth wear? This can occur due to a variety of reasons, but there are ways to prevent and treat this! Dr Saoirse O’Toole, Prosthodontist at Northumberland Dental Care, has answered some of your frequently asked questions about erosive tooth wear.   What is erosive tooth wear? Erosive tooth wear refers to the loss of tooth structure which begins when the enamel of the tooth becomes weaker and wears away over time. Even though enamel is the toughest substance in the human body, constant acid challenges from your diet or stomach combined with tooth grinding can wear it away. Unfortunately, once it is gone, enamel or dentine will not come back, unlike other substances in the human body such as skin and bone. The best thing to do is find out what is causing the wear and try to prevent it.   What’s the difference between erosive tooth wear a

Wedding preparation takes time, and achieving the perfect smile for your big day is no different. If you’re considering having some cosmetic dental treatments before your big day, we’ve got you covered with the perfect timeline to allow you to smile with confidence as you say “I do”.   After your engagement There will be a million things to think about and plan after you get engaged, and booking a dental check-up is not likely at the top of your list. However, if you are considering some cosmetic dental treatments it’s important to book a check-up as soon as possible as you may require some restorative dental care. Ensuring that your oral health is in good condition is key to successful cosmetic treatments and these can take some time to treat and heal.   1 year before your wedding day Once your dentist has completed a check-up and addressed any underlying dental issues, you can follow your dentist’s advice for any cosmetic treatments you wish to have before your big