Nervous about braces? We can help
There are plenty of people around the country who are nervous about braces and orthodontic treatment in general. At Dental Care Ireland, we make sure your wellbeing is our top priority
The popularity of braces has boomed in recent years all around the country. Once upon a time, only children wore them, which tended to be made from metal and didn’t look appealing. Now, however, technology has improved and, with it, the look and feel of braces.
These days, people can choose from a tooth-coloured ceramic brace or even clear Invisalign types which are custom-made for patients’ mouths and which blend in naturally so that they are not unsightly.
However, even with these advances in technology and better options for patients, undergoing orthodontic treatment can be nerve-wracking for many patients. Simply put, they are nervous about braces.
At Dental Care Ireland, we understand that dental treatments can cause worry and stress for some patients, and that’s why our staff make sure that the patient experience is outstanding from start to finish.
It’s important to know that the use of custom-made braces means that pain and discomfort are much reduced, and in most cases eliminated. That said, we also offer sedation in certain dental practices for particularly nervous patients so that they are totally at ease as they undergo the treatment.
Dr Lian O’Dwyer, orthodontist with Dental Care Ireland Knocklyon, says: “The best age for orthodontic treatment varies from patient to patient. A specialist orthodontist will be able to advise you on the appropriate time to start any treatment and help you if you’re nervous about braces.”
Braces are safe, reliable and very effective. Rest assured, orthodontic treatment is also largely pain-free and will not cause you discomfort.
If you are interested in finding out more, please contact our friendly team in any of our practices nationwide, who can talk you through your options, help you if you’re nervous about braces, and let you know what will work best for you after an initial consultation.
If you are nervous about braces and would like to find out more about orthodontic treatment in our practices around the country, please get in touch. Dental Care Ireland practices open late, on weekends and during lunchtime, so make sure you consult our opening hours
Are you looking for an emergency dentist in Dublin?
Dental Care Ireland is committed to providing an outstanding, community dental experience. Our strong presence in the capital means you will never struggle to find an emergency dentist in Dublin
We all lead busy lives, and sometimes we can’t fit everything into a 9-5 schedule. That includes going to the dentist. We understand that issues can occur with your teeth at any time, and that’s why we can help with an emergency dentist in Dublin operating outside normal business hours.
The practice formerly known as Swords Dentist is our local dentist in Swords, and is conveniently located in St Brendan’s, Seatown West. The practice has been newly refurbished, and if you’re looking for an emergency dentist in Dublin, opens late on both Mondays (till 8pm) and Tuesdays (till 7pm), as well as opening early at 8am from Monday-Friday.
Our practice in Knocklyon, previously owned by Dr Vincent McDonagh, is conveniently located in Knocklyon Shopping Centre and is staffed with four dentists including orthodontist Dr Lian O’Dwyer.
Our Knocklyon practice is open early at 8am on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, and till 6pm on Tuesdays, till 6.30pm on Mondays, and till 7pm on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. It is also open on Saturdays from 8.30am to 12pm.
Our next emergency dentist in Dublin is Dental Care Ireland Cabinteely, formerly known as Park Clinic Dental. Dental Care Ireland took over the running of this practice in June 2015.
Our Cabinteely practice is open late on Mondays and Fridays till 6pm, till 7pm on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and till 7.30pm on Thursdays. It is also open on Saturdays from 9am to 1pm.
At Dental Care Ireland, we look after the community by keeping flexible hours. We know that it doesn’t always suit to go to the dentist from 9-5, so don’t hesitate to get in touch if you need us.
If you need an emergency dentist in Dublin, please get in touch with our team in Swords, Knocklyon or Cabinteely. Dental Care Ireland practices open late, on weekends and during lunchtime, so make sure you consult our opening hours
If you’re looking for braces in Dublin, we can help
Dental Care Ireland is committed to providing a reliable, community dental experience. If you need to get braces in Dublin, get in touch with us
Orthodontics (or braces) has become extremely popular all over Ireland. Up until recently, people assumed that braces could only really be worn by children, as their jaws and teeth were generally softer than those of adults, and therefore would be able to be “corrected” effectively. But now we have seen a huge upturn in the popularity of braces among older people as technology improves.
With that in mind, we are pleased to announce that all our Dublin practices – in Knocklyon, Swords, Ballsbridge and Cabinteely – have an orthodontist on hand to help if you are looking for specialised treatment.
There are different types of braces that you can get. These include Invisalign braces, which work to straighten teeth using a series of clear plastic aligners which are custom-made for the patient’s mouth; and ceramic braces which are clear and “tooth-coloured” so they blend in with your teeth to make them almost unnoticeable.
Of course, traditional metal braces are still an option, and are still used by children and adolescents. However, from an aesthetic point of view, these would not be as effective as Invisalign or ceramic braces.
Dr Lian O’Dwyer, orthodontist with Dental Care Ireland Knocklyon, says: “There are plenty of options if you’re looking to get braces in Dublin. The best age for orthodontic treatment varies from patient to patient. A specialist orthodontist will be able to advise you on the appropriate time to start any treatment. However, as long as your teeth and gums are healthy there is no age limit to treatment.”
It is important to remember that there is also a functional reason to get braces – it’s not just because they look good! For example, many patients may find that food is constantly getting stuck in between teeth that are damaged or mis-shapen. This tricky situation can itself lead to gum disease. With that in mind, it’s easy to understand the popularity of braces in Dublin and around the country.
Braces are safe, reliable and very effective. If you are interested in learning more, please contact our friendly team who can talk you through your options and what will work best for you after an initial consultation.
If you’re looking to book an appointment to get braces in Dublin, our practices around the city can offer you the help you need. Dental Care Ireland practices open late, on weekends and during lunchtime, so make sure you consult our opening hours
Are you looking for a dental hygienist in Dublin?
Dental Care Ireland is committed to providing a reliable, community dental experience. If you are interested in seeing a dental hygienist in Dublin, get in touch with us
We all know that prevention is better than cure, and never has that adage been more true than in the dentist’s surgery. Regular visits to your dentist are essential in order to identify potential problems before they start to cause you pain or discomfort, and your dental hygienist plays a key role in preventing these nasty issues arising.
A dental hygienist’s role is to prevent all types of dental diseases progressing. There are a number of ways in which this can be done, including scaling and polishing to stop swollen gums (gingivitis) from appearing or to treat the first sign of them, deep cleaning to aid in the treatment of periodontal disease, and tooth stain removal.
Your dental hygienist in Dublin or elsewhere around the country can also give you excellent dietary and dental hygiene advice so you can help prevent the issues yourself, through the right type of brushing and flossing.
If you’re looking for a dental hygienist in Dublin or indeed around the country, we have plenty of options from which to choose. Lyndsey Neill operates out of our practice in Swords in north Dublin, while Sharon McGovern is our dental hygienist in Cabinteely, south Dublin.
Meanwhile, the President of the Irish Dental Hygienists’ Association, Donna Paton, operates in our Tullamore, Co Offaly practice.
Dental hygiene is a key part of your overall dental health – to ensure that you are getting the care that you need, seeing a dental hygienist regularly and following their advice on diet, brushing and flossing are essential.
Also, bear in mind that due to recent PRSI changes, PRSI payors are now entitled to an annual check up, scale and polish for only €15 – please contact your local DCI practice to check eligibility.
If you’re looking to book an appointment with a dental hygienist in Dublin, one of our practices can offer you the help and care that you need. Dental Care Ireland practices around the country open late, on weekends and during lunchtime, so make sure you consult our opening hours for more information
Dentist in Greystones is the newest DCI practice
Dental Care Ireland Greystones practice manager Rachel Coughlan is delighted that the dentist in Greystones has undergone such a successful renovation
The brand-new Dental Care Ireland practice in Greystones is located right in the heart of the bustling main street on Church Road, and even still it’s a dental practice that has been a part of the community for decades.
Father and daughter team
“The dental practice was opened in 1980 by Gerry Kilfeather, who still works here alongside his daughter Gina,” says Rachel Coughlan, practice manager of the Greystones dental practice. “We’ve been an integral part of the town for nearly four decades now, so it’s great to be able to rebrand while retaining staff who the community know and trust.”
This new arrival to the Dental Care Ireland network of nationwide practices is our first dental practice in Wicklow, and it’s a welcome addition. “Our practice is located in a fine building in the centre of the town and the refurbishment has been a great boost, even though it’s not quite finished yet,” says Rachel.
Bigger dental practice
“We added an additional surgery which means we now have three in total. This also means that we have the capacity to expand even further.”
This is fantastic news for a practice that already boasts an extensive team. “We have two dentists, Gerry and Gina, as well as three nurses, a dental hygienist and myself.
“There’s a real family-run element to this dental practice,” says Rachel. “Along with Gina and Gerry, Gina’s husband Ed is also undergoing specialist training, and is offering dental implants and periodontics at the practice.”
Great reaction
As the newest member of the Dental Care Ireland network, what are the team in Greystones looking forward to most from the new way of doing business? “It’s great for us because it really takes away some of the hassles associated with the day-to-day running of the practice so we have more time for our patients,” says Rachel.
“Now, our dentists and staff can focus on what they do best, that is taking care of our patients, instead of being busy with paperwork all the time!”
Even though the refurbishment is still in the final stages, patients in Greystones have noticed the changes that have been made. “We’ve had a great reaction from the public,” she says. “Our patients have been really positive, and the practice itself is now so bright and fresh-looking. We have a lovely kids’ corner with iPads, and the atmosphere is really brilliant.”
Excellent patient care
Even though change is afoot for this dentist in Greystones, some things stay the same. “Gerry, Gina and the team have always been so good with our patients – our primary focus has always been on maintaining excellent patient care, and making sure we can help prevent any dental problems from occurring,” says Rachel.
“It’s really about making people feel happy and comfortable, because we know it can be a bit nerve-wracking to go to the dentist. For particularly nervous patients, we also offer sedation should they need it. We also have candles lit to lend a lovely atmosphere – we want people to be as relaxed as possible and now with our new facilities we can provide an even more comfortable experience for them,” she says.
“The patient experience starts from the moment they call to book an appointment or when they walk into the dental practice for the first time. We are friendly and welcoming, and often offer nervous patients a cup of tea when they’re waiting to see a dentist,” says Rachel.
The future is bright
The dentist in Greystones is seeing huge interest in procedures such as whitening and dental hygiene treatments, and it’s clear that the future is bright. “We are finding that more and more people are calling in to the practice to chat to us, along with our regular patients,” she says.
“After the official launch of the practice, we are expecting an ever bigger impact in the community, as are looking forward to adding more specialised treatments depending on demand. It’s an exciting time!”
The DCI dentist in Greystones is located in Bow Lane off Church Road, Greystones, Co Wicklow. The practice is open on Mondays from 9am to 6pm, on Tuesdays from 9am to 7.30pm, on Wednesdays from 8am to 7.30pm, on Thursdays from 9am to 5.30pm, on Fridays from 8am to 4.30pm, and on Saturdays from 9am to 1pm. Get in touch with the team today to book an appointment. Call 01-2875133 or click the link above to book online
Are you looking for dental implants in Dublin?
Dental Care Ireland is committed to providing a reliable, community dental experience. If you’re looking to avail of dental implants in Dublin, we’re here for you.
Missing teeth are a nuisance: you can feel self-conscious and uncomfortable about what is, essentially, a very easily-solved problem. Dental implants are a great way to deal with the issue of missing teeth, and are a good, permanent alternative to dentures.
But what is a dental implant? Basically, an implant is an artificial titanium root used to anchor a permanent ceramic crown or removable denture. Implants become part of your jawbone, so the highest-quality material needs to be used. Titanium will not result in an allergic reaction so is a fantastic option.
Once fitted, they allow your dentist to mount replacement teeth onto them. The dental implants will not look out of place in your mouth and the treatment can take anywhere from six weeks to six months, depending on the specific treatment that needs to be completed.
If you’re looking for dental implants in Dublin, then get in contact with our dental practice in the Northumberland Institute of Dental Medicine in Ballsbridge, Dublin 4. This practice has been offering high-quality, effective dental care, as well as specialised dental treatments, to patients for well over 25 years.
Our friendly and reliable staff are on hand in a state-of-the-art environment to answer any questions you have about dental implants in general, the treatment and the aftermath, so your mind is at ease when you decide to go ahead with the treatment.
If you are considering dental implants, we encourage you to come in for a consultation with our dental implant specialists Dr Maher Kemmoona, Dr Breandan O’Niadh or Dr Anne O’Donoghue to discuss treatment options.
There’s no need to suffer the pain of missing teeth. Dental implants are a safe, reliable way to ensure that your smile stays as radiant as ever!
If you’re looking to book an appointment for dental implants in Dublin, the Dental Care Ireland practices in the Northumberland Institute of Dental Medicine in Ballsbridge, Dublin 4 can offer you the help you need. Our practice in Ballsbridge opens on Mondays to Fridays from 7.30am to 6pm; you can call the practice on 01-6688441
A guide to teeth whitening in Dublin
Dental Care Ireland is committed to providing a reliable, community dental experience. If you’re looking to avail of teeth whitening in Dublin, we’re here for you.
More and more often, people are enquiring about teeth whitening in Dublin, and indeed all around the country. It is an incredibly popular treatment, and for good reason. It helps give people a better smile, and makes their teeth gleam.
Interestingly, one of the biggest misconceptions about dental health is that our teeth are white in colour. In fact, they are more likely to be grey or yellow. Baby teeth look very white, due to a thin layer of enamel which allows light through to your teeth. However, as we age, our permanent teeth grow, which have stronger dentine and enamel. Light doesn’t travel through these easily, so they look darker.
But that fact doesn’t stop people looking to get their teeth whitened!
At Dental Care Ireland, we recommend that the first step in deciding whether or not to whiten your teeth should be taken in consultation with your dentist.
Your dentist will first need to examine your teeth, mouth and gums to better understand if there are any outstanding treatment needs and to assess your suitability for teeth whitening.
He or she will then take impressions of your teeth to make the teeth whitening trays for use with a home whitening kit. You will then receive an appointment to try out the kit and will receive advice and instruction on how to use it in the best possible manner.
Your dentist will also work closely with you to identify the shade of white you wish to achieve. Teeth whitening can take approximately 10 days to three weeks depending on the shade you have chosen.
It is important to remember that whitening your teeth involves a bit of time and effort, but it is worth it. Your teeth occasionally can be a little sensitive after the treatment, but this generally resolves itself shortly afterwards. But remember to keep taking care of your teeth afterwards!
If you’re looking to book an appointment for teeth whitening in Dublin, the Dental Care Ireland practices in Swords, Knocklyon and Cabinteely can offer you the help you need. Dental Care Ireland practices open late, on weekends and during lunchtime, so make sure you consult our opening hours
Invisalign braces: the future of orthodontics?
Dental Care Ireland is committed to providing a reliable, community dental experience. If you are interested in orthodontic treatment, get in touch with us
Orthodontics is defined as the treatment of irregularities of the teeth and the jaws. Up until recently, people assumed that braces could only really be worn by children, as their jaws and teeth were generally softer than those of adults, and thus had the potential to be “corrected” effectively.
Fortunately, technology has improved hugely the design of braces, and now the likes of Invisalign braces have resulted in more controlled, faster, less forceful orthodontic movement of teeth. Importantly, these new braces, and others like them, are far more discreet than some of the older models, resulting in a surge of interest from adults.
Barely visible
Invisalign braces work to straighten teeth using a series of clear plastic aligners which are custom-made for the patient’s mouth. The aligners are removable and are barely visible, making them particularly popular with adults.
These are just one type of braces that can be used – among other options are ceramic braces which are clear and “tooth-coloured” so they blend in with your teeth to make them almost unnoticeable. Of course, traditional metal braces are still an option, and are still used by children and adolescents.
As technology has improved, so naturally has the prominence of orthodontic treatment acorss the demographic spectrum. A number of celebrities have invested in orthodontics over the past number of years, including Faith Hill and even Faye Dunaway at 61 years old.
Lian O’Dwyer, orthodontist with Dental Care Ireland Knocklyon, says: “The best age for orthodontic treatment varies from patient to patient. A specialist orthodontist will be able to advise you on the appropriate time to start any treatment.
“However, as long as your teeth and gums are healthy there is no age limit to treatment, and an increasing number of adults are availing of the benefits of orthodontic, including Invisalign braces.”
If you’re looking to book an appointment for orthodontic treatment, the Dental Care Ireland practices around the country can offer you the help you need. Dental Care Ireland practices open late, on weekends and during lunchtime, so make sure you consult our opening hours
