Here at Shields, it’s always our aim to preserve your natural teeth wherever possible. However, in some cases, it’s in the interests of a patient’s oral and general health to perform a tooth extraction. And today, we’re talking specifically about wisdom teeth removal....
Once upon a time, the only braces on offer to patients were clunky, unsightly and uncomfortable, putting many people off addressing issues like misaligned teeth, crowding and bite problems. Fast forward to the present day and there are more people having orthodontic...
The ever-growing demand for minimally-invasive cosmetic dental procedures, has given way to the popularity of composite bonding, which produces predictable results and is a cost-effective treatment for patients. Often compared to veneers, composite bonding aims to...
Imagine being able to visualise the full structure and condition of your teeth in 3D. Think of having the visual knowledge to help you make informed decisions on treatment. What about seeing the progress of your treatment in minute detail at each appointment? Well you...
You’ve been having a hard time chewing, but you’re not crazy about spending the rest of your life wearing dentures. What options do you have? The good news is that you may be a candidate for all-on-4 implants. Getting all-on-4 dental implants is an easy...
The number of patients admitted to hospitals in Ireland for severe infections caused by tooth decay increased by 38 percent between 2013 and 2016. If you’re experiencing an oral health issue, you might need dental implants to improve your oral health. Otherwise,...
