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 Many of these are old wives’ tales, but some are also just good old fashioned (read: outdated!)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.
(more…)Shannon Arndt DMD
Concord's Friendliest Dentist
While we’re always proud of our distinction as Concord’s friendliest dentist, we recognize that dental anxiety is a real thing.
If you find yourself dreading or delaying your next dental appointment, even if it’s just a routine cleaning, this blog post is for you!
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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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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
Spoiler alert: this is a fairly gross blog post. Nevertheless, it’s an important topic, which is why we feel compelled to ensure you know the signs of gum disease so that you can do something about it.
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Did you know that February is designated National Children’s Dental Health Month (NCDHM), courtesy of the American Dental Association? Our team is all about it and we are excited to introduce you to this initiative and why it began in the first place.
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‘Tis the season to be jolly, which often means indulging in too much sugar. That’s why we’re offering some suggestions on stuffing those stockings with gifts that our team actually endorses. In fact, we even consulted our friend The Tooth Fairy to get her take on the best tooth-friendly treats to tuck into your stockings.
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It might sound strange, but our team is thankful for any initiative that raises awareness about common, yet challenging, dental issues. In this case, November marks TMJ Awareness Month and we’re grateful that there is an official designation to educate the population about this often-overlooked condition. Before the month ended, we wanted to take a moment to highlight some important things to know.
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It’s unmistakable. That sharp zing when you take a sip of cold water or hot coffee, even if you indulge in something sweet… those of you who know, know.
Tooth sensitivity is a tyrant. In order to help you put an end to the pain of tooth sensitivity, we’ve compiled a list of the common culprits that cause it.
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In the quest to have shiny, stain-free teeth, some companies hype products that can do more harm than good.
That’s why we’re dedicating our latest blog post to those whitening treatments you should skip for the sake of your overall oral health. Sometimes, it’s not just the products but the inappropriate application or use of whitening agents that you need to avoid.
We’ll cover these and offer some tips to help whiten your teeth safely and effectively. Spoiler alert: professional tooth whitening is always your best bet.
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