Tooth Whitening

Tooth Whitening   At Swords Dental, we use a tray system for all our tooth whitening cases. This involves taking impressions of the teeth at an initial appointment and demonstrating the whitening process…

Sensitive Teeth

Sensitive Teeth This is an extremely common condition that affects about 15% of the population. Is is characterised by short, sharp pain from areas of exposed dentine. This is where the the…

Implants

Implants Durable, long-lasting and natural in their appearance, dental implants are the most modern method of replacing missing teeth. The procedure involves fitting an implant which is usually made of titanium, into…

Dentistry while pregnant

Dentistry while pregnant: I’d imagine, while pregnant, most mothers to be tend to fixate on the health of their babies. Its important to remember your own health too. Unfortunately, the changes in…

Dental Hygienist

Dental Hygienist An estimated 75% of Irish people suffer from some form of periodontal disease or gum disease. The mouth can be a major source of chronic release of bacteria into the…

Oral signs of disease.

Oral signs of disease. Regular dental care is critical to the overall health of your gums and teeth. What you may not know is that we can also spot signs of non-dental…

Smoking and gum disease

Smoking and gum disease It is said that quitting smoking is harder than giving up heroin- so the odds aren’t great. Heroin is also bad for the teeth but I’m going to…

Crowns

Crowns A dental crown is a cap that is placed over a tooth to strengthen it and improve its appearance. Crowns are generally made from a reinforced porcelain material. They help to…

Sedation for Dentistry

Swords Dental are delighted to be offering the option of conscious sedation for our patients. Nervous Patients Many people are a bit anxious about attending a dentist. For some people however, this fear…