Dr. Emma

How many energy drinks do you guzzle each week – one, two, seven? But hey, how bad can it be! After all, it’s just a little caffeine kick – right? Well... no, actually there’s a lot more to it than just caffeine. In fact, according to Dr Emma, a daily can of Red Bull, Monster, V or Mother is the dental equivalent of a perfect storm. In this article for HIF, Dr Emma explains the key ingredients found in energy drinks and the concerning impacts on our oral health.

Do you know what a Dental Auxiliary does? Your dentist would be lost without them (just ask Dr Emma!) In this article for HIF, Dr Emma proudly introduces the various auxiliary roles and delves into their core differences.

In her latest Q&A for HIF, Dr Emma answers a reader’s concern about her son’s consumption of rainwater in the outback, and also outlines the pros and cons of supplementary fluoride tablets.

Who knows the difference between Endodontics, Paedodontics, Periodontics and Prosthodontics? Don't fret if you don’t. In her latest article for HIF, Dr Emma explores a range of key specialties, including the core differences and the important roles they play in our long term dental healthcare.

In her latest Q&A for HIF, Dr Emma answers a reader’s concern about the effects of using mouthwash while pregnant and explains the importance of using dental products which have been thoroughly tested and proven to work.

In this Q&A session, Dr Emma answers a readers' question regarding her daughter's deep grooves in her teeth and how this may impact on her need for fillings.

Crowns, bridges, veneers - do you know the difference? With so much dental jargon around it's easy to get confused as to how each of these dental treatments differ? In her latest article for HIF, Dr Emma explains the reasons why we need these treatment plans and explains the differences between each of them.

"Wisdom Teeth Extraction" - sounds scary doesn't it? But don't worry, it's a very common procedure. In her latest article for HIF, Dr Emma discusses the various issues that can arise and explains some reasons why preventative removal of wisdom teeth may be an option worth considering.

Dental implants can be a great alternative to partial dentures, and are currently considered the "gold standard" for replacing missing teeth. In her latest article for HIF, Dr Emma discuses the advantages and disadvantages of dental implants.

One of the newer innovations in dental treatment is the use of lasers. In this article, Dr Emma explains the use of laser in modern dental treatments and explains the reasons why (for now) the laser won't be completely replacing the dreaded drill.

Did you miss HIF's LIVE Facebook Chat with resident dental health expert, Dr Emma? Don't worry, the full transcript can be viewed here! We have lots more live Q&A sessions planned for the next few months, so watch this space for further information.

In this Q&A session, Dr Emma replies to a Facebook friends concern that her daughters 'crumbly' baby teeth and 'yellow' second teeth are interlinked?