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Fluoride Facts and Tips

A recent report from Public Health England has revealed that more than one in four five-year-olds and one in five 12-year-olds in local authorities with water fluoridation schemes had no tooth decay compared to those in local authorities without. The use of fluoride in improving oral health has been long documented and often prompts fierce […]

Health Benefits of Straight Teeth

You may be surprised to know that the benefits of having properly aligned teeth extend far beyond a confident smile. Straightening your teeth can significantly affect your overall dental health. Straight teeth can reduce the risk of tooth decay and gum disease. Swollen, red gums can often be the result of having teeth that are […]

Irish Academy of Aesthetic Dentistry Conference 2013

Some of the Creative Smiles team attended the IAAD conference in Belfast last week. There were many established speakers present, including one who made the trip from Switzerland. It was a very enjoyable and educational day away from the practice. Overall, it was a very successful two-day conference, and we will be looking forward to […]

Creative Smiles Competition Time!!

Whiter teeth—everybody wants them, and why not? Your smile is often the first thing people notice about you. The luxury of a whiter smile can be yours by liking and sharing the Creative Smiles Facebook page! We are offering the lucky winner of the competition a home teeth whitening kit worth £259, so start sharing […]

How Diet Affects Oral Health: Meat-Eaters vs. Vegetarians

German researchers discovered that veggies have healthier gums than meat-eaters and are therefore less likely to suffer from bleeding gums, tooth loss, and other potentially life-threatening conditions. However, it was not all good news for vegetarians. The study also revealed they suffered from more tooth decay and were less likely to visit their dentist, despite […]

Record Numbers Seeking Braces For a Beautiful Smile

A record number of people are seeking out braces to achieve a celebrity smile the natural way. More than one million people are looking for braces to bring a beautiful smile back to their faces rather than undergoing alternative invasive treatments. Clinically recognised, virtually invisible orthodontic treatment, Invisalign, has reported a 25 per cent increase […]

Milking the benefits

A new study has found that drinking a glass of milk after breakfast significantly reduces plaque buildup. Results have shown a small glass of milk more than halves the buildup of plaque acids after eating dry, sugary breakfast cereal. Milk is one of the best sources of calcium, and the study reaffirms the belief that […]

Damage Caused by Sports and Energy Drinks

Sports drinks and energy drinks are becoming more and more popular these days, but a lot of people don’t realise that both drinks have extremely high acid levels. These levels undoubtedly cause irreversible damage to teeth by eroding their protective enamel layer. Enamel is the outer layer of the tooth and is a very important […]

Creative Smiles Team attend the Denplan Key Client Winter Ball!

The Creative Smiles Team enjoyed a beautiful meal and night of entertainment with a live band at the Culloden Hotel, Belfast, on Friday, November 30th!  Much fun was had by all!