Dental bonding is a popular cosmetic dentistry procedure in the Parkton area, but there are many patients who don’t know exactly what it is. Today in the Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS dental blog, we explain 7 ways dental bonding is used in cosmetic dentistry. The dental bonding procedure uses a resin material…
Cosmetic Dentistry
The Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS Guide To Teeth Whitening
So you want to whiten your teeth? It’s a cost-effective way to enhance your smile, look younger, and feel more confident when you interact with people in business or social settings. Here are 5 things Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS recommends when it comes to teeth whitening: Meet with your dentist for a…
Daily Oral Hygiene: Put Your Heart Into It
Attention dental patients: brushing twice daily may help decrease your risk of heart disease. Scientists, dentists, and cardiologists have known for many years that there is a link between inflammation in the mouth (gum disease) and heart problems, However, a recent study analyzed oral health habits and heart disease risk. Science Daily reported on the…
Monkton Patients And Stomatitis
Ouch! The mouth is a bad place for injuries, sores, or inflammation. It seems that even the smallest irritation in the mouth can cause serious discomfort for Monkton dental patients. These non-specific irritations in the mouth have a name. They are called stomatitis. A good general definition of stomatitis is the inflammation of the membranes…
Less Is More At Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS In Monkton
There are valuable new developments in Maryland dentistry: stronger, natural-looking materials; improved techniques; more effective diagnostic methods; and more precise instruments. Combine these with the experience and expertise of Dr. Craig Longenecker and you’re left with less of what used to make people dread going to the dentist. Less Pain Improved painkillers, lasers, and unprecedented…
Think You Know How To Brush? Think Again.
You’ve been doing it since you were five. You switch to autopilot morning and night and get it over with. But are you doing it correctly? Actually, many individuals are making tooth brushing mistakes. You may need to tweak your routine to better sustain your oral health and shield your smile from tooth decay and…
What If My Dental Crown Cracks, Comes Loose, or Comes Off?
Quite often, people get stressed out if their dental crown moves or comes off completely. This is understandable. It may have shifted or come off while brushing, flossing, or even simply eating. If this has happened to you, don’t stress! Here is what to do if your crown comes off. There are three steps: 1.…
The Future Of Tooth Decay In Monkton
Dental patients in the Parkton area may wonder what would happen if they didn’t seek quality dental care on a regular basis. The answer isn’t pretty. A common result of untreated cavities is abscessing. A tooth abscess is an infection near the root of the tooth or between the gum and the tooth. This collection…
Do You Love Your Smile?
The Sparks people who are most happy with their smiles have healthy, straight teeth that sparkle when they laugh. If nature didn’t bless you with attractive teeth, you are not alone. Most perfect smiles you come across in White Hall were not always that way. They are the result of cosmetic dentistry performed by an…
Healthy Lifestyles For Healthy Lifesmiles
Dental health and a beautiful smile depend on much more than simply brushing regularly. In today’s Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS post, we present a quick refresher course on critical lifestyle practices that affect oral health. You are probably familiar with most of these recommendations, but it is helpful to get a reminder…
