A few things are equally important for your oral health, no matter what your age or stage of life. Good nutrition, brushing and flossing habits, visiting the dentist and a little fluoride are always (always) the essentials – you won’t…
A few things are equally important for your oral health, no matter what your age or stage of life. Good nutrition, brushing and flossing habits, visiting the dentist and a little fluoride are always (always) the essentials – you won’t…
Headaches in Brandon are a dime a dozen. We all know the frustration of having your day interrupted by throbbing, shooting pains in the head. If you suffer from frequent headaches that never seem to go away, Dr. Walker and…
You’ve been hearing it for years – “make sure to visit Dr. Walker & Dr. Raynal twice a year for your regular cleanings.” Just in case you’ve ever wondered why regular dental cleanings are so important, we at Walker and…
There are lots of ways to deal with missing or damaged teeth. You’ve probably heard one of us at Walker & Raynal, DMD talking about implants, dentures, bridges, and crowns, but have you ever wondered what they are and how…
When it comes to ridiculous beliefs on dental hygiene and treatment, we’ve heard just about everything. However, the most dangerous ones usually aren’t quite so over the top. Unfortunately, a number of dental myths are floating all over Brandon, so…
Traditionally, dentists have used what’s known as amalgam, or special metal alloys, to fill cavities. However, modern dental medicine has advanced to the point that Dr. Walker & Dr. Raynal can offer Brandon patients a much better option for filling holes…
Your Brandon dentists, Dr. Walker & Dr. Raynal at Walker Raynal DMD knows that no two patients are alike. Everyone deserves a personalized approach to oral health – but what is something no patient (or even human) can live without?…
We’ve all got our reasons. Money. Time. The fear of pain. Juggling insurance. Facing one more reminder that we really should be flossing more. Any of these might cause us to avoid and put off regular visits to the dentist.…
It’s common to see people wearing mouth guards in Brandon during all kinds of sports, such as football, basketball, and boxing, but did you know that lots of folks wear mouth guards at night for their dental health? People who…
We at Walker & Raynal understand that dental insurance can be a tricky thing to navigate. Evaluating dental plans and considering deductibles, benefits, which treatments are covered, and the mountain of other information insurance companies provide can be a headache in…