Tooth enamel is one of the strongest substances in the body, but it is non-renewable so it is critical to not neglect or abuse our teeth. Practicing daily oral hygiene is vital for enamel health. Even though every drug store carries hard bristle brushes, we counsel our patients to brush with a soft brush after…
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Yes, We Treat Bad Breath
When dental patients ask if mouthwash cures bad breath, we tell them that treating bad breath with a mouthwash is like drenching yourself with cologne instead of taking a shower. Mouthwash is only a temporary mask for odor caused by poor oral hygiene, tongue bacteria, or digestive ailments. The best-selling mouthwashes have a significant amount…
Gum Health Affects Risk Of Type 2 Diabetes
At Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS, we are concerned not only with the condition of your mouth but also with how it impacts your complete physical health and general well-being. Today’s post looks at the connection between diabetes and oral health and may be of interest to Monkton residents with diabetes as well…
How Do You Measure Success?
At Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS, we are devoted to success. Dr. Craig Longenecker’s experience, ability, and commitment to dental excellence result in terrific outcomes daily for our dentistry patients. Each team member at Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS shares Dr. Longenecker’s passion for success. For many Monkton dental patients, success…
Adult Dental Health for Monkton Smiles
At Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS, our goal is to prevent dental problems and keep our patients’ smiles healthy and beautiful. We provide general and family dentistry at our Monkton dental practice. Adult Dental Health As a general and family dentistry practice, we have been treating patients of all ages since 1998. An…
Quirky Dental Facts That May Surprise You
In today’s Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS post, we share some fun facts about dentistry. Enjoy! Many dental patients are aware that before there was formal dental training and licensing, barbers often performed dental procedures. But did you know that blacksmiths also moonlighted as dentists?1 How would you like your dental visit to…
Toothache Relief at Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS in Monkton
A toothache is probably the most common dental problem. However, they have multiple causes. A toothache can come on gradually–or attack with full force. 1. You sip a cold drink and–bam!–tooth pain. When a cavity has eroded enamel it eventually reaches the layer underneath. This is called the dentin. This layer is softer than enamel…
What is a Beautiful Smile Worth?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
What is a beautiful smile worth? Men and women who have received a smile makeover at Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS in Monkton say it was worth every penny. Your smile is a part of you that you share with your family, friends, and colleagues every day. An attractive smile creates confidence. If…
Debunking Dental Myths
Today’s Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS blog post focuses on three dental-related myths prevalent in the Parkton area. All Sugar Is Equally Bad For Teeth We all know that sugar increases our risk of tooth decay, but some types are worse than others. Sugar-based foods that sit on the teeth are more dangerous…
How Tooth Brushing Prevents Gum Disease
Why should everyone brush at least twice a day? Let’s discuss why this is important. Brushing and flossing is the best way to prevent decay. Brushing with fluoride toothpaste and carefully flossing removes the food from our teeth and inhibits the build-up of plaque. If we let food stay on our teeth, the starches in the…
