A major problem of smoking is that it tends to disguise the damage taking place to teeth and gums. Usually infected gums are red, puffy and bleed easily when they are brushed. Smokers’ gums are not like this – they are pale and thin and do not bleed readily. The Role of Nicotine The nicotine […]
It’s important to know the facts about tongue and lip piercings so that you can make informed decisions. In the best case scenario, soreness and swelling will be the only symptoms experienced following the piercing procedure, however in some cases, damaged teeth, excessive bleeding and infection can occur. Tongue piercing involves a needle being inserted […]
This Gentleman from Co.Clare traveled to Creative Smiles with a long-term desire to improve his overall dental care and to correct what he explained as a poor faced expression. After attending initially for a Comprehensive Assessment, we began a series of appointments starting with foundation work including treatment of decayed teeth with fillings, root fillings and extensive gum treatment […]
Wishing you all a very Happy Halloween from all the Creative Smiles Team! Remember to brush your teeth after all your treats for at least 2 minutes!!! […]
We have recently just finished this lovely case at Creative Smiles. This young Lady from Co. Armagh came to Creative Smiles after seeing our website. She was very unhappy with her smile and wished for a straighter, whiter smile. We carried out an in-depth assessment of our patient and spent time with her discussing all her available options in great […]
It looks like parents everywhere were right about the importance of brushing your teeth. They may just not have realised why. A study has confirmed what we already know – that a white and evenly spaced set of teeth makes people seem more attractive. But it has also explained the reason. It is because teeth […]
Cosmetic Bonding is becoming more and more used in the art of Modern Cosmetic Dentistry! We use it on a daily basis here on suitable Cases at Creative Smiles! The procedure is very simple. It involves adding a material which acts as enamel onto your own tooth enamel so there is generally no preparation of […]
We have recently finished this case at Creative Smiles. This young Genlteman came to Creative Smiles after researching the invisalign brace online. He had always been unhappy at how his teeth looked especially the gap at the front and wanted then straightened in the most discreet way possible. We carried out an in-depth assessment of our patient and spent time with him […]
Toothbrushing tools date back to 3500-3000 BC when the Egyptians made a brush by fraying the end of a twig. Tombs of the ancient Egyptians have been found containing toothsticks alongside their owners. Around 1600BC, the Chinese developed “chewing sticks” which were made from aromatic tree twigs to freshen breath. The Chinese are believed […]
