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Celebrating 20 Years of Smiles With the announcement of Connacht rugby star Bundee Aki as their brand ambassador, Galway’s Gate Dental clinic, now part of the Smiles Dental Group, has something new to smile about. Two decades ago, Smiles Dental opened its doors with a simple idea – that everyone deserves to feel confident in […] Read more…

Smile Makeover Open Day 25 September | 9.00 – 14.00 Book your space today * By appointment only 10 spaces available A COVID-19 safety tarif will apply. * Terms and conditions apply. Read more…

Invisalign Open Day 25 September Book your free consultation today * 10 spaces available *Terms and conditions apply. Read more…

Blaithin celebrates 30 years with Gate Dental Clinic. Blaithin qualified as a Dental Hygienist in September 1990 in Scotland. Hygienists were officially recognised in 1991 and Blaithin was amongst the first registered Hygienists in Ireland. Upon qualifying, she joined Dr Gerard Meehan and Dr Brian O Connell’s modern and progressive practice at Gate Dental Clinic […] Read more…

Gate Dental Clinic Galway Giveaway at the Over 50s Show This September, Gate Dental Clinic are attending the busy Senior Times Over 50s Show in the Galmont Hotel. The team will be on hand to talk all things dental to visitors to the stand. They will also be running an exclusive competition to win a […] Read more…

Dr Brian Delgado Supports Chernobyl Children International with Free Dental Care Gate Dental Clinic features in the latest Connaught Tribune thanks to Dr Brian Delgado’s recent voluntary work for Chernobyl Children International. This amazing charity brings over 100 young people to Ireland each summer for a four-week holiday with host families. These annual trips are […] Read more…

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Options for improving or replacing dentures with implants The aim of treatment is to increase retention (the ability of the teeth not to move up and down) and stability (the ability of teeth not to move in function). We would like to improve your appearance by giving increased support to the lip and creating the […] Read more…

The power of a smile I love Louis Armstrong’s version of the song “When You’re Smiling”. Try this experiment for yourself (I have many times). One day, walk into your place of work, or family living room and be miserable. Really miserable. Moan about the weather and everything else, look as though you are in […] Read more…

Gum disease At any one given time four out of every five adults suffer from gum disease. Gum disease is never cured, it is only controlled by attention to detail and removal of plaque on a daily basis. However, if caught in the early stages it is entirely possible to control the progress of this […] Read more…

The top three reasons your dentist recommends a filling The first and most common reason is decay Still by far the most common reason for fillings is decay. Sugar and bacteria combine to create acid. This acid attacks the enamel and as the enamel dissoves the bacteria progress deeper into the tooth or around the […] Read more…

Discoloured Teeth There is a perception that whiter teeth are healthy teeth. This is not always so but even if you have healthy teeth you can consider many ways with modern dentistry to lighten them with bleaching and veneers. However below I have outlined some of the more common causes of discoloured teeth. Bleaching Home […] Read more…

Win two VIP tickets to the Fashion Innovation Awards in Galway It’s one of our favourite nights on Galway’s calendar – the Irish Fashion Innovation Awards! This stunning event takes place in the Galmont Hotel & Spa in Galway on March 22nd. The event is an awards ceremony for fashion designers and fashion students, showcasing […] Read more…

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The wait is over! Electric Picnic kicks off tomorrow! Thousands of people will descend on Stradbally for the biggest party of the year. While you’re having the time of your life watching the crem de la crem of Irish and international artists, it’s important to look after yourself. And that includes your teeth. Read more…

Celebrating 20 Years of Smiles With the announcement of Connacht rugby star Bundee Aki as their brand ambassador, Galway’s Gate Dental clinic, now part of the Smiles Dental Group, has something new to smile about. Two decades ago, Smiles Dental opened its doors with a simple idea – that everyone deserves to feel confident in […] Read more…

Smile Makeover Open Day 25 September | 9.00 – 14.00 Book your space today * By appointment only 10 spaces available A COVID-19 safety tarif will apply. * Terms and conditions apply. Read more…

Invisalign Open Day 25 September Book your free consultation today * 10 spaces available *Terms and conditions apply. Read more…

Blaithin celebrates 30 years with Gate Dental Clinic. Blaithin qualified as a Dental Hygienist in September 1990 in Scotland. Hygienists were officially recognised in 1991 and Blaithin was amongst the first registered Hygienists in Ireland. Upon qualifying, she joined Dr Gerard Meehan and Dr Brian O Connell’s modern and progressive practice at Gate Dental Clinic […] Read more…

Gate Dental Clinic Galway Giveaway at the Over 50s Show This September, Gate Dental Clinic are attending the busy Senior Times Over 50s Show in the Galmont Hotel. The team will be on hand to talk all things dental to visitors to the stand. They will also be running an exclusive competition to win a […] Read more…

Dr Brian Delgado Supports Chernobyl Children International with Free Dental Care Gate Dental Clinic features in the latest Connaught Tribune thanks to Dr Brian Delgado’s recent voluntary work for Chernobyl Children International. This amazing charity brings over 100 young people to Ireland each summer for a four-week holiday with host families. These annual trips are […] Read more…

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Options for improving or replacing dentures with implants The aim of treatment is to increase retention (the ability of the teeth not to move up and down) and stability (the ability of teeth not to move in function). We would like to improve your appearance by giving increased support to the lip and creating the […] Read more…

The power of a smile I love Louis Armstrong’s version of the song “When You’re Smiling”. Try this experiment for yourself (I have many times). One day, walk into your place of work, or family living room and be miserable. Really miserable. Moan about the weather and everything else, look as though you are in […] Read more…

Gum disease At any one given time four out of every five adults suffer from gum disease. Gum disease is never cured, it is only controlled by attention to detail and removal of plaque on a daily basis. However, if caught in the early stages it is entirely possible to control the progress of this […] Read more…

The top three reasons your dentist recommends a filling The first and most common reason is decay Still by far the most common reason for fillings is decay. Sugar and bacteria combine to create acid. This acid attacks the enamel and as the enamel dissoves the bacteria progress deeper into the tooth or around the […] Read more…

Discoloured Teeth There is a perception that whiter teeth are healthy teeth. This is not always so but even if you have healthy teeth you can consider many ways with modern dentistry to lighten them with bleaching and veneers. However below I have outlined some of the more common causes of discoloured teeth. Bleaching Home […] Read more…

Win two VIP tickets to the Fashion Innovation Awards in Galway It’s one of our favourite nights on Galway’s calendar – the Irish Fashion Innovation Awards! This stunning event takes place in the Galmont Hotel & Spa in Galway on March 22nd. The event is an awards ceremony for fashion designers and fashion students, showcasing […] Read more…

Read more…

The wait is over! Electric Picnic kicks off tomorrow! Thousands of people will descend on Stradbally for the biggest party of the year. While you’re having the time of your life watching the crem de la crem of Irish and international artists, it’s important to look after yourself. And that includes your teeth. Read more…