The number of dentists employed by the HSE at the end of last year was just 249, illustrating the severe shortage of dental professionals available to provide care.
AI-powered apps now analyse photos of your teeth to detect early problems," explains Dr Harpreet Varaitch of Gabriels Hill Dental Practice. "Whilst smart toothbrushes provide real-time feedback on brushing technique and oral health progress."
If the mere thought of flossing makes you a little panic-stricken that you aren't flossing enough, you're not alone. According to the American Dental Association, you should be cleaning between teeth with floss or another interdental cleaner once a day.