Category: General Dentistry

There’s nothing quite like a hot cuppa in the morning or a tasty ice cream on a hot summer day, but these otherwise pleasant treats might be uncomfortable to enjoy if you experience sensitive teeth.  If your teeth are sensitive to cold or hot foods, you aren’t the only one. Nearly one in five Irish […]

If you pay social insurance contributions in Ireland, it’s likely that you qualify for PRSI dental entitlements in 2024. These entitlements are a part of the Treatment Benefit Scheme. This ensures that you can access dental care annually, while minimising the cost of services like a scale and polish.  Most employees in Ireland aged between […]

Tired of seeing misaligned teeth every time you look in the mirror? As well as being a confidence killer, crooked teeth can lead to all manner of dental problems. Chewing can become an issue, while a misaligned smile can place excess strain on the jaw muscles, making throbbing headaches a daily occurrence. The good news […]

Have you got crooked or overcrowded teeth that you would like to fix? Back in the early 2000s, braces would have been the only option people had. However, nowadays, braces aren’t the most practical or comfortable option. Thanks to clear orthodontic treatments like Invisalign, we have a new solution. Offering a more flexible approach to […]

At Bandon Dental, we are often asked, “How long do crowns last?”. For patients suffering from heavily damaged or decayed teeth, dental crowns are generally the last restorative solution available to them.  Although crowns might not be suitable for every patient, they can be an effective way of extending the lifespan of a damaged tooth, […]