A herbal remedy for toothache, used for centuries by a remote Incan tribe in the Amazon, is being turned into a commercial treatment for dental pain. Francoise Barbira-Freedman, a medical anthropologist at Cambridge University, described how she discovered the remedy, which is derived from the rare Acmella oleracea plant, while visiting the tribe in the […]
Enjoying a glass of white wine frequently can damage the teeth, something many winemakers and tasters will know first-hand, experts say. Pale plonk packs an acidic punch that erodes enamel far more than red wine, Nutrition Research reports. It is not the wine’s vintage, origin, or alcohol that are key, but its pH and duration […]
This young lady from Belfast came to Creative Smiles because she was very unhappy with her upper teeth and was concerned about her upcoming wedding and smiling for her photographs. She did not mind the idea of having a brace that could be seen as long as it met the deadline for her wedding. We […]
This gentleman from Lisburn came to see us as he was unhappy with his smile. His job involved being in the public eye, so he wanted to be more confident when dealing with clients. He disliked that his teeth were all different colours, and the very dark appearance of his upper right lateral incisor tooth […]
On Sunday, March 11th, Creative Smiles will be at the Ramada Plaza Bridal Fayre from 1 to 5 p.m. Some of our team members will be on hand to offer advice. So whether you just want to add some extra sparkle to your special day with tooth whitening or want a complete smile makeover, come […]
