If you are afraid of the dentist and have not had a check-up in years, today’s post is for you. Good news! Dentistry in the Monkton area and around Maryland is nothing like it was when you were a kid. (Even if you’re still a kid, we invite you to keep reading.) There Is No…
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Has Your Preschooler Seen A Dentist?
If you have a toddler who has not been seen by a dentist, we urge you to make an appointment today by calling Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS at . The best time to start dental check-ups for young children is when their teeth first erupt. This may seem a bit early, however,…
How To Get The Whitest Teeth
Some people’s teeth are whiter than others, but I think it’s safe to say that most of us Monkton residents want our teeth to be pearly white! If you are one of those people, then Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS can help you achieve that brilliant smile you deserve. Today we want to…
Still Have Your Wisdom Teeth?
Wisdom teeth usually come in between ages 16 and 24. Wisdom teeth are not always troublesome, but it is important to learn as early as possible whether your wisdom teeth are coming in sideways or otherwise impacting your other teeth. Checking your wisdom teeth is a simple and painless process, and can save you trouble…
Protect Your Enamel, Protect Your Teeth
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This message from Hereford Dental Health- Craig Longenecker DDS serving Parkton, Monkton and Sparks is about tooth enamel. Your enamel is uniquely suited to protect your teeth. If you keep your tooth enamel healthy, you will avoid many dental issues. You won’t get cavities. Your teeth will be less likely to chip or crack. It’s best…
What To Do In Case Of A Dental Emergency
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Many Monkton residents will experience at least one tooth emergency in their life. You could break a tooth playing a sport, accidentally dislodge a crown, experience sudden pain caused by an abscess or break a wire on your braces. In the case of a dental emergency, call us at Hereford Dental Health- Craig Longenecker DDS…
Avoid These 5 Smile Wreckers
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The team at Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS believes in educating our Monkton patients. We hope today’s post will alert you to some harmful oral health risks. Too often, we treat tooth decay and damage caused by the following: 1. Sports Injuries Many parents send their kids out on the playing field with…
Energy Drink Warning For Monkton
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We’re committed to providing oral health and wellness tips. Hereford Dental Health serving Parkton, Monkton and Sparks advises our patients about healthy habits during every dental visit. We are seeing more and more adults and teens with tooth enamel erosion caused by repeated consumption of sports drinks. Most of our patients take good care of their…
Gritting Your Teeth: Stress And Your Smile
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At Hereford Dental Health serving Parkton, Monkton and Sparks, our team cares about your smile. Did you know that stress can also impact your oral health? Here are some dental problems linked to stress. Canker and Cold Sores Cold sores are a symptom of the herpes simplex virus. Scientists don’t know exactly what causes canker sores but suspect…
How Much Do You Know About Gum Disease?
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A healthy smile needs decay-free teeth and healthy gums. At Hereford Dental Health serving Parkton, Monkton and Sparks, we’ve seen a variety of issues in our patients’ gums. Which of the items below are risk factors for gum disease (periodontitis)? a. Pregnancy b. Overbite c. Diabetes d. Heredity All of the above. Pregnancy, menopause, or any…
