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…
First visit to the dentist
First visit to the dentist: Opinions vary on the recommended age for a first visit to a dentist. At Swords Dental we recommend parents bring their child along for their first visit…
Toothpaste
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…
Bad Breath
Bad Breath is a common condition that can cause much embarrassment. About 90% of the time the mouth is the source of this problem. The good news is that by taking a…
Flossing
Flossing After tooth-brushing, flossing once a day is the next most important way of keeping your teeth and gums healthy. Brushing the teeth is great for cleaning the tooth surfaces but about…
Dental Sedation
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…
Dental Hygienist Swords Dental
Charlotte Quinn Charlotte joined our team during 2016 and brings with her fourteen years experience as a Dental Hygienist. Originally from South Africa, Charlotte completed a Certificate Course in Dental Nursing followed…
Chewing gum and your teeth.
It can help prevent tooth decay, as long as you choose a sugarless gum. Acid forms in your mouth after eating food or drinking sugary drinks. This acid would otherwise attack the tooth…