Dr Jennifer Collins
How to protect you child's teeth when going back to school!
With our children going back to school after a summer of fun and icecream, we all know it can be difficult to limit their sugar intake,...
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Dr Jennifer Collins
Jul 22, 20192 min read
Commercial Baby Food and Sugar ...
A high proportion of baby foods are incorrectly marketed as suitable for infants under the age of six months, when in fact much of it...
Dr Jennifer Collins
Jun 14, 20193 min read
What you can expect when you need a crown!
Think of your tooth enamel as a hard, outer shell protecting your teeth from the pressures and force of everyday chewing and biting....
Dr Jennifer Collins
May 30, 20193 min read
Does charcoal toothpaste work?
New research published last week in the British Dental Journal as confirmed that there is no scientific research that charcoal toothpaste...
Dr Jennifer Collins
May 16, 20192 min read
Root canal treatment- separating the myths from the facts!
You’ve probably heard a couple myths about Root Canal Therapy (RCT). As a commonly misunderstood treatment, the myths can lead patients...
Dr Jennifer Collins
May 6, 20193 min read
Is Tooth Whitening Bad For My Teeth and Will It Make My Teeth Sensitive?
The answer is simply- no! Tooth whitening does no damage to your teeth and although it can make them sensitive, the sensitivity is...
Dr Jennifer Collins
Apr 12, 20193 min read
How to protect your child's teeth this Easter!
With Easter around the corner, we all know it can be difficult to limit our children's sugar intake, especially with all the chocolate...
Dr Jennifer Collins
Apr 2, 20192 min read
How Do I Prepare My Autistic Child For The Dentist or Dental Treatment?
With World Autism Month coming up in April every year, it is important to be aware of the difficulties that the child with autism has...
Dr Jennifer Collins
Mar 12, 20192 min read
Four foods that will whiten your teeth!
The options for whitening your teeth and achieving a brighter smile are endless. Dr Jennifer Collins favours the overnight whitening...
Dr Jennifer Collins
Jan 29, 20194 min read
Mouthwashes; Do They Work and Should I Be Using One?
Oral rinses are a popular way to freshen breath and improve your oral health, and Dr Jennifer Collins recommended them to many of her...
Dr Jennifer Collins
Jan 15, 20195 min read
Why do I have to floss my teeth ?
While the floss dance, has put dental floss back in the spotlight, here are my top tips about flossing, how to floss, why you need to...
Dr Jennifer Collins
Jan 3, 20195 min read
Your New Year Dental Resolutions for 2019!
It’s January again, which means another year has come and gone. If you are like most adults, you often find yourself reflecting on your...
Dr Jennifer Collins
Nov 5, 20181 min read
The simplest way to cosmetically improve your smile!
Two appointments were all that was needed on this wonderful patient to help him transform his smile. A whitening kit was provided for him...
Dr Jennifer Collins
Oct 8, 20182 min read
Why it's so important to have your teeth checked regularly
Your well being starts with a healthy mouth. Our mouths are a natural entry point for harmful bacteria, which breed on the sugar and...
Dr Jennifer Collins
Sep 17, 20182 min read
Your mouth and Oral cancer
With September being Oral Cancer Awareness Month, it is an opportune time to re-educate yourself on the signs and symptoms of the...
Dr Jennifer Collins
Aug 21, 20182 min read
Simple ways your dentist can help improve your smile!
There are many ways that your dentist can help improve your smile and overall oral health! Here is a list compiled by Dr Jennifer Collins...
Dr Jennifer Collins
Aug 6, 20183 min read
What are the best ways to keep my mouth healthy at home?
While visiting the dentist for routine dental exams and cleanings every six months is certainly important, how you care for your teeth in...
Dr Jennifer Collins
Jun 25, 20182 min read
What to expect when you need a filling!
We've all been there, even as a dentist! You go in, hoping and secretly praying that all is ok, and then you get those dreaded words form...
Dr Jennifer Collins
Apr 19, 20182 min read
Why am I so sensitive?
Tooth sensitivity is a common condition which can cause considerable pain and discomfort for patients. With the weather heating up, the...
Dr Jennifer Collins
Feb 6, 20181 min read
Are dental implants worth the effort?
Dental implants are a superb , aesthetically pleasing, secure way to fill a space in the mouth. If you are a suitable candidate (i.e. non...
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