Lindner Dental Associates in Bedford, NH recently held a toothbrush design contest for local children. The response was nothing short of amazing! There were 63 entries submitted including a life-sized toothbrush, a toothbrush made out of legos, a snowman toothbrush, a giraffe and so many more wonderful entries. “All the entries were so incre…

It’s normal for children and adults to feel fear and stress at their dentist appointments.Everything is new and unknown to them, and the medical setting can be a bit overwhelming.Preventing their dental anxiety starts by bringing them to the dentist at an early age so they canget used to teeth cleanings and exams. There are other ways to help y…

The perfect smile and straight teeth are a winning combination: you are more confident with your smile, and your teeth are easier to keep clean. However, if you are one of many who need braces to achieve this, the brackets and wires create temporary oral hygiene challenges. We are going to review helpful tips a…

April 17, 2023 – Bedford NH: Lindner Dental Associates has been a proud sponsor of Our Promise to Nicholas (OPTN) for 12 years, bringing smiles to children and their families from the greater Bedford area. Established in 2009 as a nonprofit charitable foundation, OPTN was founded by Chris and Heather Dainiak of Bedford, NH, after their son …

We want to remind you to play it safe when participating in any type of recreational or organizedactivity where your face may come into contact with anything that can damage your mouth and teeth!An estimated 12 million people ages 5 to 22 have a sports-related injury. This has led to 20 millionlost days of scho…

Cleft lip and palate are the most common birth defects on the U.S. Cleft lip is a baby’s upper lip doesn’t form completely, and has an opening in it.  Cleft palate is a baby’s palate (roof of the mouth) doesn’t form completely and has an opening in it.   1 in every 1,600 babies…

Teeth braces are commonly used to address a variety of dental problems, including crooked teeth, gaps, or straightening. Not every child will need braces, but those who do usually get them between the ages of 8 and 14. A child’s genetics play a large role in whether or not they may need braces. If your teeth were in need of braces, there is a g…

Karate and Marvin the Molar Make a Great Team Bedford Martial Arts Academy’s Elite After School Program Welcomes Lindner Dental Associates Mascot, Marvin the Molar What do karate and children’s dental hygiene have in common? A g…

While it may seem convenient in the moment to push back or cancel your dental visit, it can lead to serious ramifications regarding the health of your teeth. This blog will cover some of the primary reasons you should visit the dentist regularly.  Severe Tooth Decay If you have a toothache, sensitive tooth, or other oral health problem th…

Lifelong oral health starts at a young age, so it’s essential for parents to demonstrate and teach their children about good oral hygiene practices early on. Along with at-home oral hygiene practices, your child should regularly see the dentist by the time they are one year old. In this blog, we discuss how crucial early oral health can set chi…