“When is a root canal needed?” The question tends to inspire trepidation. Many people dread the prospect without really understanding what the procedure entails. The fact, however, is that it is a routine treatment that saves millions of teeth each year....
Very soon, growing new human body parts in a laboratory will no longer be science fiction. Science fiction is already becoming science fact, however. This is largely thanks to the innovations coming about due to regenerative medicine. Regenerative medicine is on track...
Ready to get your teeth straightened? Wondering whether traditional metal/ceramic braces or Invisalign aligners are the best choice? While braces are the traditional choice for getting your teeth straightened, Invisalign® has become a great alternative. Invisalign®...
Gingivitis is one of the most common and widespread preventable conditions in the world. It’s estimated that around half of all adults have some form of the disease, which is most commonly caused by a build-up of plaque around the gums. Although highly common,...
Have you lost teeth because of an accident, injury, or just poor oral health? Want a natural-looking way to restore your smile? If so, you should consider getting dental implants. But what are dental implants prices, are they costly? In order to properly assess if the...
In the latest of a series of patient review articles, we recount the experience of Dawn Quinn from Limerick who received orthodontic treatment at Shields. Dawn had a lot of teeth taken out in one go as a child, resulting in a phobia of dentists in adulthood. She...
