Raynor Dental

Are Whitening Toothpastes Really OK To Use? Which Toothpaste is Safest? How Can I Tell?

Toothpaste is a frequent topic of conversation during Raynor Dental preventative care appointments. This makes sense since most of us brush twice a day and we want to know our favorite toothpaste brand is safe, effective, and living up to its promises of whitening, sensitivity reduction, enamel protection, cavity-prevention, etc.  But often what we don’t […]

(February) National Children’s Dental Health Awareness Month

No matter your political beliefs, the importance of providing regular oral health care check-ups for children is indisputable. Some of the statistics and stories given by Senator Ben Cardin’s (D-MD) in this recent National Children’s Dental Health Awareness speech on Capitol Hill are staggering. Please please please continue to maintain regular appointments for your children – and […]

Do You Clench or Grind Your Teeth? Have Extra Sensitivity?

Ever wonder what that sometimes sensitive, “notched out” area in your teeth near your gum line is? These notches, called abfractions, may be caused by stress (forces) which flexes the tooth at the gum line. This can cause small fractures which ultimately cause loss of tooth structure. Abfracted lesions are usually free of cavities and are […]

Halloween & Your Children: Parents Does this Look Familiar?

It’s only been a few days since Halloween so we’re pretty sure your kids are still dipping into their candy stash on a daily basis (especially if you’ve gone door to door in any of the Keene neighborhoods). That’s OK! A sweet treat on occasion is not cause for alarm here at Raynor Dental. But […]