What You Need to Know About Six-Year Molars

Though it can come as a surprise to some parents, one of the first major changes in your child’s dental development is the arrival of their six-year molars. These are the first set of permanent molars and typically appear around age six, hence the name. 

Unlike baby teeth, six-year molars come in behind the baby teeth without pushing any of them out and remain part of your child’s permanent set.

Just when you thought teething was over, right?! 

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Bruxism 101: Let’s talk about tooth grinding!

You might not be familiar with the term bruxism, but if you’re like the estimated 30% of people who grind their teeth in some way, you likely know how painful this habit can be. While it often occurs during sleep, many people may not even be aware they’re doing it. That in and of itself is scary, when you consider that people who grind their teeth can actually exert up to 250 pounds of force. Not surprisingly, if left unchecked, bruxism can lead to serious dental issues, such as worn-down teeth, jaw pain, headaches, and even temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. 

Let’s take a look at the causes of tooth grinding for both adults and children in order to introduce you to some strategies and solutions that can help!

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Back to School Lunchbox Ideas for Strong Teeth and Healthy Smiles

As the school year kicks off, many parents are focused on ensuring their children have everything they need to succeed—new notebooks, sharpened pencils, backpack, water bottle — to name just a few on the seemingly endless school supply list.

But what about their lunchbox? Or, more specifically, the contents of said lunchbox.

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Skip These Popular Summertime Treats for Healthier Teeth

While summer is synonymous with fun, relaxation, and seasonal treats, some of these delights can be less than kind to your teeth. We’ll take you through some popular summertime treats that you should consider skipping for the sake of keeping your teeth their healthiest. Instead, we’ll point you in the right direction (quite literally!) of healthier alternatives.

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10 Common Myths About Dental Care Debunked

In our last blog post, we tackled the all-too-common issue of dental anxiety and offered some tips to help our patients overcome it. Similar in spirit, we’re using this month’s blog post to dispel some myths about dental care that can negatively impact your health and wellness. Many of these are old wives’ tales, but some are also just good old fashioned (read: outdated!) advice. 

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Ready for Your Root Canal?

A Guide to Preparation, Procedure, and Recovery

If you’ve been told you need a root canal, you might be feeling a mix of apprehension and curiosity about what lies ahead. Root canals have a reputation for being intimidating, but — as with dental or medical procedure — understanding the process can help alleviate some of the anxiety. 

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Important Message from Dr. Ray Orzechowski

To My Valued Patients,

After 34 years of providing dental service in the Concord area, it is time to begin my retirement. It has
been my supreme pleasure to have provided the best possible dental care during this time to so many
of you, and the trust and confidence I have been afforded is something I will always treasure. Over the
next few months as I decrease my office hours, I hope I can personally thank as many of you as
possible for giving me the opportunity to be your dentist.

As part of this transition, it gives Dr. Arndt and me great pleasure to welcome Dr. Anthony Francis,
DMD to our practice, beginning April 22. We believe we have found someone who will continue the
excellence in quality of service that you currently receive. Dr. Francis received his BS in Psychology
from UMass Amherst and is a graduate of Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine. He is
a native of Salem, NH and is excited to have the opportunity to join our amazing team of providers and
staff. We welcome the opportunity to accept new patients into the practice at this time.

As I look forward to the next chapter of my life, I will continue to reflect on the incredible sense of
fulfillment and connection I have shared with so many of you. Being your dentist has been personally
and professionally gratifying, and it has been tremendously rewarding to have shared that with all of
you.

Sincerely,

Ray Orzechowski, DMD

Contact Us
280 Pleasant Street

Concord NH 03301

(603) 228-4456

Testimonials

Consistently outstanding service, end-to-end

For years, every interaction and contact I have had with every member of this dentistry office, from the front desk to hygienist to dental work, has been consistently outstanding. This is the best dental service I can remember having had at any time in my life, out of all the places I have lived. What more can I say?

Nathaniel R.

Quality service and extremely friendly staff.

I have always been very happy with the service I receive here. The staff are extremely friendly and very professional, they provide excellent care and truly are interested in their clients. It has been a pleasure coming here, it must be for me to drive 50 miles one way to continue coming here.

Becky H.

Michael T.

Had a dental emergency, they fit me in quickly. Addressed the problem and able to fix it with ease. At every appointment, the staff is always friendly, working as a team w/humor to make me feel comfortable.

Michael T.

The best of the best

The entire staff of this office couldn’t be more friendly and welcoming. Excellent service every time!

Lee N.

Always friendly and professional

I have been a patient there for over a decade and would highly recommend the practice to anyone. All members of the practice are friendly and seem truly happy to be there. Both doctors are great. I’ve had to go in for dental work twice recently and both experiences were as pleasant as dental work could be.

Aimee H.

Kate

My kids both really love your office. Everyone is incredibly kind, professional and personal. We love the small, family office feel. My daughter used to be anxious about visiting the dentist. Last night she asked to write a thank-you note because she had such a great time at her dental visit! Thank you.

Kate

Professional and friendly

I had a really bad experience with a prior dentist and didn’t want to go back to another dentist for fear of what the prior dentist did to my teeth. I have to say I LOVE this dentist and all the staff here. My fear is gone and I enjoy going to the dentist now. I highly recommend this office!

Tania B.

Very professional, and informative

They explained in detail any issues going on in an honest yet professional manner. Made sure procedures were budget friendly for me as much as possible.

Nathalie F.

Professional and Extremely Friendly

From the second I walked in I felt welcomed and comfortable! Receptionists are so important to a business and can change your whole experience, they were very friendly! The dental hygienist and doctor were also extremely nice! Highly recommend.

Shelby W.

Amazing Staff

Everyone is friendly and kind. They treat you as an individual but know you and everything about you at each visit. They never do work or procedures you aren’t comfortable with. Never pushy. The office is always very clean and comforting. Love it here.

Lisa-Marie L.

Continuous quality care

Consistently treated with kindness, courtesy and personalized care.

Sandra D.

Excellent professional care in a very friendly environment. I actually truly enjoy going in for my appointments.

I have been using this office frequently for over 2 years, everyone is very client centered, and knowledgeable in their job skills, along with being extremely personable and helpful. I no longer have dental visit stress. Every employee I have ever come in contact with has always treated me in a friendly, and skilled professional manner. I appreciate and thank you all.

Holly L.
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