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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

Regular check-ups are crucial and with the new school year starting, it is a good time to make sure your children are looking after their teeth in the best way possible   We all know how difficult it can be making sure your children look after their teeth, whether that is getting them to brush regularly or bringing them to go to the dentist for check-ups. With summer over and school starting again, now is an excellent time to get them into a regular routine. This includes brushing and flossing but also looking at what they are eating and drinking. We asked Dr Jennifer Collins, Clinical Lead General Dentist here at Northumberland Dental Care and a mother of three herself, about the best ways to make sure your children maintain good, strong teeth. What advice would you give to parents about their children’s teeth? The food and drinks you give to your child have an immediate impact on their oral health. So know you enemies by looking at labels and becoming more aware of those produ

As Northumberland Dental Care expands, we sat down with Dr Jennifer Collins, our Clinical Lead General Dentist, to find out more about her and the practice   Why did you become a dentist? And what do you love about your job? Coming from a medical background, I was always interested in becoming a doctor or a dentist “when I grew up!”. I am told I had a very caring and empathetic nature as a child and my mother guided me towards dentistry from a young age as she thought it would suit my personality. I am grateful she did and have never looked back! I also love meeting patients and caring for them. There is something very rewarding and fulfilling about people putting their trust in you and knowing that you can deliver excellent dental care time and time again. What do you most like about Northumberland Dental Care? There are many things: the excellent support team, the bright and spacious surgeries,  the state-of-the-art equipment and the fact we have a range of top dental spec