Dr Jennifer Collins
Does Homemade Toothpaste Actually Work?
Before toothpaste was produced commercially by large corporations like Colgate or GSK, people used to make their own version of...
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Dr Jennifer Collins
Sep 1, 20202 min read
Do Whitening Toothpastes Work?
Do whitening toothpastes actually work? The answer is yes and no. Yes- they can remove extrinsic staining but no - they will not remove...
Dr Jennifer Collins
Aug 21, 20202 min read
Get ready to "go back to school"!
When you have school going children, this time of year is full of the stresses of preparing them for September. Especially with the...
Dr Jennifer Collins
Dec 9, 20191 min read
How to have a "Cavity - Free" Christmas!
We all love Christmas and the food and drinks that go with it! From the Christmas puddings, to the turkey carvery’s - it’s a time for...
Dr Jennifer Collins
Oct 21, 20192 min read
Trick or Treat! Mind your Teeth!
It's coming up to the spookiest time of the year , when witches, ghouls and scary ghastly creatures come to life! Halloween brings with...
Dr Jennifer Collins
Sep 2, 20192 min read
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,...
Dr Jennifer Collins
Aug 22, 20192 min read
Can a healthy diet reduce gum disease?
According to a recent study published in the Journal of Clinical Periodontology in April 2019, an anti-inflammatory diet can "reduce...
Dr Jennifer Collins
Jul 1, 20192 min read
Which is better - an electric or a manual toothbrush?
This is a question that we, at Northumberland Dental Care are asked daily. Finally, we can confirm that electric toothbrushes are indeed...
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 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
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
Feb 26, 20192 min read
What is a dental implant, do they hurt and will they last forever?!
You’ve probably heard a lot about dental implants already. A dental implant lets us replace lost teeth (one or many) with a prosthetic...
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
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
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
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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