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Dental Sealants: Prevent Tooth Decay

What if you could prevent tooth decay from forming in your own or your children’s teeth and avoid having to…

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Mayo-Based DeCare Dental & 123.ie to Expand Access to Dental Insurance for Irish Consumers

April 2015: Mayo-based dental insurer, DeCare Dental Insurance continued its market expansion this month by partnering with…

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Diabetes & Oral Health – Advice & Tips

You are 3 times more likely to develop severe gum disease if you have type 2 diabetes Ireland…

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Eat for Your Teeth

Good dental health, like good general health, depends on having healthy eating habits. This includes having an adequate intake of…

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I am pregnant and my gums bleed every time I brush. Is there anything I should be doing?

There is no need to be concerned at this increased tendency for your gums to bleed when you are pregnant.

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I had a wisdom tooth extracted yesterday. It is still bleeding and clotting. Is this normal?

Apply a mouth pack (available from your local pharmacy) to the wound and bite on it for a half hour…

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My 3 year old son fell and banged his mouth and his front tooth has turned grey. Will he lose the tooth? Will it affect his permanent teeth?

There is no need to worry; your son will probably lose his front baby tooth at around six years of…

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My three year old daughter grinds her teeth while sleeping. Is there anything I can do or do I need to take her to the dentist?

Teeth grinding (bruxism) is a common habit in young children and usually disappears on its own as children grow older.

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Tooth Whitening – Latest craze or here to stay?

There has been a surge of interest in and demand for Tooth Whitening by the general public in Ireland over…