As the new year begins, we’re sure some of you have made resolutions to improve your health and well-being in 2023. This may mean finally tackling your dental anxiety and seeking the dental care and support you need. Dental anxiety is a common fear that can...
Can you ever feel 100% comfortable in the dentist’s chair? We’re sure that most people would say no. In fact, the Irish Dental Association statistics reveal that 20% of the Irish population suffer from fear or anxiety when visiting the dentist. Our...
There’s no reason to sugarcoat it; the idea of having a tooth removed is never going to be appealing. As dentists, we fully understand patients’ anxieties when they hear tooth removal is the best course of action for their health. However, the methods used to...
Even a tiny cosmetic flaw with your teeth can be enough to stop you from smiling. In the past, multiple dentist appointments were needed if you wanted to get your smile back to 100%. Times have changed. Today, treatments like composite bonding deliver a result you can...
Are you someone who has always wanted to have your teeth straightened? Perhaps you’ve been put off the idea in the past because of the limited brace options available? Well, fortunately, this is no longer the case. The orthodontics landscape is a very different place...
Orthodontic treatment is a big part of what we do here at Shields Dental & Implant Clinic and we understand how life-changing orthodontic treatment can be, both for children and adults. Orthodontic treatment can be a big financial commitment compared with...