People have long wished for something to ease their nerves before visiting the dentist. In ancient India, wine was administered to dull the discomfort before dental procedures. It’s not a bad idea — but these days, your dentist in Dublin offers something better. We are pleased to offer two options in sedation dentistry to help you relax: nitrous oxide (laughing gas) and oral conscious sedation. Learn more about both from your dentist in Dublin.

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Just like regular exercise isn’t the only part of your systemic well being — you also need to eat well and get enough sleep to feel good — visiting the dentist in Dublin every so often isn’t enough to enjoy a lifetime of healthy, beautiful smiles. If you do manage to stay on top of your six month checkups and cleanings, that’s a big step in the right direction. Now here’s what else you can do to ensure you enjoy long-lasting oral health.

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As a new parent, you’re keeping track of a lot of “firsts.” Your baby’s first steps, favorite foods, and then those very first words. But before your little one really starts talking, there’s something else you need to put in their book of firsts: a visit to the dentist in Dublin!

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Happy New Year from all of us at Distinctive Smiles of Dublin! How are those resolutions coming? Self-improvement is the most common theme — maybe you resolved to exercise more, wear sunscreen, or drink less coffee in 2017. But if those have already been left by the wayside, consider something that’s easily achievable. Enhancing your smile with a visit to the cosmetic dentist in Dublin!

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From the chicken-or-egg conundrum to whether or not a tree falling in the forest really makes a sound, some mysteries may never be solved. But at least one question people are asking this year has a clear answer. If you, too, are wondering how often you should visit the dentist in Dublin, we’ll let you in on the answer.

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In 2016, what did you do to improve your overall health? Maybe you tried to eat better, or perhaps you joined a gym. Most people are interested in living healthier, but they often overlook one big thing: taking care of their teeth and gums. As your dentist in Dublin, Dr. Buck and Dr. Burton have seen time and time again the impact tooth decay and gum disease have on systemic health — and it’s not pretty.

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Take note of your jaw right now. Are you clenching it tight? If so, chances are high you suffer from bruxism, or teeth grinding. Many Americans experience occasional periods of stress-related jaw clenching and grinding, but chronic bruxers should protect their teeth with a custom-fitted mouthguard from their dentist in Dublin, Dr. Buck or Dr. Burton.

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You’ve learned to make the best of laundry day. You put in a load, then take out the book you’re reading and just relax. This is how cleaning should feel, nice and mellow. There’s nothing like putting warm, freshly washed sheets on your bed. You enjoy unfurling them above the mattress, it makes the bed look so inviting. You only wish that there was something that could get your teeth as white as your sheets. Now there is with teeth whitening in Dublin from Distinctive Smiles. (more…)