In common with every other recognised national dental association across the world, the Irish Dental Association strongly supports the policy of fluoridation in Ireland as an essential element of oral health policy.…
Teeth 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…
Wisdom Tooth Extractions
Wisdom tooth problems are extremely common. Wisdom teeth grow at the back of your gums and are the last teeth to come through. Most people have four wisdom teeth – one…
Oral Surgeon Eimear McHugh at Swords Dental
Dr. Eimear McHugh B.A. B.Dent.Sc. MFD RCSI D.Ch.Dent. Oral Surgery (TCD), FFD RCSI (Oral Surgery), Surgery Specialist List (Irish Dental Council.) We are delighted to have Eimear on Thursdays at Swords Dental. She is an extremely…
Fissure Sealants
Fissure Sealants: The adult first permanent molar teeth tend to come into the mouth at just six years old. This is a critical period for protecting them because the diet between 6-12…
Smoking and the gums.
Smoking and the Gums (depressing stuff) 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…
Sensitive teeth (Dentine Hypersensitivity)
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 enamel has…
Dental Trauma in Children
A leading expert in dental trauma has called on parents to make sure that their children wear properly fitting mouth guards when playing contact sports. Dr Anne O’Connell, Consultant In Paediatric Dentistry and Director of the Trauma…
Which toothpaste to use?
Which toothpaste should you use? The basic answer is that most of the popular toothpastes are very similar. Fluoride is the key ingredient, which strengthens the enamel and helps remineralise areas damaged…
How old should a child be when they first go to the dentist? How often should they visit and what should they expect?
Opinions vary on the recommended age for a first dental check-up. Within my own practice, I recommend parents bring their child along for their first visit before the age of three. Before…