Dr Jennifer Collins
The Shocking Link Between Covid-19 and Periodontitis
We are in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic. Covid - 19 is a severe acute respiratory related virus that has swept across the globe...
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Dr Jennifer Collins
Feb 1, 20213 min read
Spring Forward With Tips to Stop your Kids Snacking!
It's February 1st, your children are at home with you being home-schooled as you (try and) work from home. You are just about getting...
Dr Jennifer Collins
Jan 25, 20212 min read
Is "Mask Breath" really a thing?
The answer is simple - YES! Since early 2020, the public have complied with the wearing of facemasks when in shops or out in public to...
Dr Jennifer Collins
Oct 21, 20202 min read
Enjoy your Halloween this year without giving yourself a Covid Scare!
If we can get past the sheer horror of our new Level 5 lockdown tomorrow, we can start looking forward to Halloween ! Halloween brings...
Dr Jennifer Collins
Jul 20, 20202 min read
Is Wine Bad For Your Teeth? What's a dentist's advice?!
I am acutely aware as a dentist that we spend our days giving advice..... "Brush your teeth so you don't get cavities!" "Don't brush too...
Dr Jennifer Collins
Jun 12, 20203 min read
Why Are My Teeth So Sensitive and What Can I Do To Stop It!
We have all been there, the weather warms up, you go to your local shop for an ice-cream, you bite into it and .....OUCH! That sharp,...
Dr Jennifer Collins
May 7, 20202 min read
How to care for your mouth while infected with Covid-19
If you are suffering from or recovering from the Corona Virus or Covid-19, here are my oral health tips to help get your mouth healthy.
Dr Jennifer Collins
Apr 6, 20203 min read
During This Covid-19 Crisis, It Is More Important Than Ever To Limit Your Child's Sugar Intake ...
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
Mar 6, 20201 min read
The strong link between gum disease and heart disease- here's the evidence...
A new study has confirmed what dentists have believed for years, that periodontitis , a form of gum disease, has a clear and definite...
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
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
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
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
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
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
Jul 23, 20182 min read
8 facts to know about Root Canal Treatment!
The prospect of root canal treatment can be daunting for many people but rest assured, it's not as bad as you think . Here are 8 things...
Dr Jennifer Collins
Jul 9, 20184 min read
Are you not sleeping well? You may have sleep apnoea!
Another Night of Bad Sleep? You May Have Obstructive Sleep Apnoea or (OSA). Do you have a problem getting quality sleep every night? ...
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