DeCare Blog

Oral hygiene

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

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Oral Health & Our Diet

To prevent cavities and maintain good oral health, what you eat are important factors. Changes in your mouth start immediately…

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Dry Mouth

Dry mouth, also known as Xerostomia, is the feeling that there is not enough saliva in the mouth. Everyone has…

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Teeth by Numbers

Why Do Dentists Count Teeth? Have you ever noticed when your dentist or hygienist examines your teeth that a lot…

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Get to know your Teeth

We use them every day to bite, chew and eat. They brighten up our smiles and add definition to our…

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DeCare Welcomes Leading Chinese Dental Public Health Expert to Ireland

Professor Xiaojuan Zeng a leading dental public health expert from China recently visited and toured DeCare…

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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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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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Eat for Your Teeth

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