A great result for a bride to be!
Ms L wanted her smile improved for her upcoming wedding. She was unhappy with the appearance of her teeth claiming they were ‘crooked‘ and the tips of the teeth were see-through. Ms L’s smile before...
View ArticleAre you afraid to have dental implants?
Don’t Let Fear Prevent You From Having Dental Implants Are you missing some or all of your teeth? Perhaps you are considering having dental implants, but can’t quite imagine coping with the surgery?...
View ArticleDo you consider yourself a budding athlete? Ever thought how your diet may...
Dentists have found “striking” levels of bad teeth in athletes who competed at the London 2012 Olympic Games. A fifth of athletes surveyed said their oral health actually damaged their training and...
View ArticleWhy Choose Dental Implants?
It’s very common to have one or more teeth missing, as this is something that can occur either due to trauma or to dental disease. But it’s also something that many people find quite upsetting,...
View ArticleNervous Patients Can Get that Smile Makeover with Sedation Dentistry
Does the mere thought of going to the dentist bring you out in a cold sweat? You’re not alone, but there is no need to let dental fears and phobias prevent you from getting the smile you’d love....
View ArticleDid You Know Straighter Teeth can be Healthier Teeth?
It’s true, and is an excellent reason for choosing to have orthodontics in Dublin. Most people choose to have their teeth straightened purely for cosmetic purposes, and while this is also a good...
View ArticleDo You Practise Preventative Dental Care?
We hope you do, as it is something that can help keep your dental bills to a minimum, and which will help your own teeth to last as long as possible. Even though we can replace your teeth with dental...
View ArticleDiamond Encrusted Dental Implants in Dublin?
Perhaps our patients will benefit from this treatment one day, but not quite yet. Just to clarify, the dental implants that might one day be assisted by these diamonds will not give you an extra...
View ArticleDiabetes and its Implications for Oral Health
Diabetes mellitus is a world-wide health problem, and it is growing. In Ireland, approximately 200,000 have been diagnosed with Type II diabetes, while another 100,000 already have high levels of...
View ArticleCommon Dental Phobias in Dublin
Dental phobia is incredibly common, but many people feel unable to voice their concerns in case they’re told they’re simply being silly. This is not something that will happen when you visit Portobello...
View ArticleGetting a Whiter Smile for the New Year
The days may be dingy but there’s no need for your smile to match. If your teeth are looking a little stained or discoloured these days then why not think about finishing off the year with teeth...
View ArticleAdvantages of Choosing CEREC Restorations in Dublin
If you are already a regular patient at Portobello Dental Clinic then you may have seen something about one of the treatments offered in our dental surgery, and which almost seems too good to be true....
View ArticlePreventative Dental Care Helps Minimise Your Risk of a Dental Emergency in...
Unfortunately dental emergencies in Dublin can and do occur, and usually at the most inconvenient times possible. Sometimes it is simply unavoidable, but often a dental emergency can be averted through...
View ArticleCould Veneers in Dublin Help Perfect your Smile?
Dental veneers in Dublin are a popular way to help perfect a smile. They are a very versatile cosmetic dental treatment that is relatively non-invasive, and which can be used to modify teeth in a...
View ArticleLearn Why We Think Dental Implants in Dublin Are Fantastic For Replacing Teeth
Your natural teeth are perfectly designed to last a lifetime, but all too often this does not happen. Tooth loss can occur due to trauma or disease, and when it does, it is important to replace lost...
View ArticleThis is Portobello Dental – Meet Dr Nick Beirne
Get To Know Our Dentists – Part 1 of 5 As a dental student, I showed a lot of promise and dedication to my extra-curricular activities, and less to my dental career. In retrospect, it was probably...
View ArticleThis is Portobello Dental – Meet Dr Helen Walsh
Get To Know Our Dentists – Part 2 of 5 People often ask me how I knew that I wanted to become a dentist. The answer really is very simple— I fell and broke my two front teeth when I was 10/11 years...
View ArticleThis is Portobello Dental – Meet Dr Daisy McCarthy
Get To Know Our Dentists – Part 3 of 5 I joined Dr Helen Walsh and Dr Nick Beirne and the Portobello Dental team in 2016 and knew from the start that I would fit into the practice easily, with its...
View ArticleThis is Portobello Dental – Meet Dr Gina Kilfeather
Get To Know Our Dentists – Part 4 of 5 I was thrilled to join the Portobello Dental team in 2016. It is a pleasure to be part of a progressive, highly motivated and skilled dental team. I graduated...
View ArticleThis is Portobello Dental – Meet Dr Aodh Grant
Get To Know Our Dentists – Part 5 of 5 After a strong desire to become a dentist from the age of ten, I got my first taste of working in a dental practice during my transition year in secondary...
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