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Oral Health Questions

Read and share the latest insights from our expert clinical team.

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The Tongue-Tied Truth

Facts about your tongue and oral health. Ah, the tongue – that incredible muscle in our mouths that often goes…

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Keeping those Smiles BOO-ti-ful this Halloween.

Halloween is fast approaching, and we are surrounded by chocolate and sweets! There are many scary elements to Halloween so…

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Q: When Should I Bring My Child for Their First Dental Check-Up?

The most asked question on every parents lips…when should they start going? A survey of children’s dental health in Ireland…

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Q: The Bottom of My Top Two Teeth Seem to be Becoming See-Through. Help!

You may have dental erosion (tooth surface loss). If so, this condition should be carefully monitored by your dentist. The…

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Q: Should You Brush Your Teeth Immediately After Drinking Coffee?

No you shouldn’t and it’s true what they say that you shouldn’t do it. However, the problem is not with…

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Is it true that your gums bleed more easily when you are pregnant?

True During pregnancy, gums are more susceptible to the presence of plaque biofilm near the necks of the teeth which…

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How Can Diabetes Affect My Oral Health?

Uncontrolled diabetes where the level of sugar circulating in the blood is higher than normal, causes damage throughout the body…

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My wisdom teeth are all fully erupted I heard it is advisable to have them extracted? Is this true?

This will depend on the clinical circumstances which are unique to each individual. Your dentist will advise specifically for you.

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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.