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…
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It’s Not About Vanity

Since 1998, Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS has been providing confidence and dignity to our amazing Parkton and Monkton patients through whole health dentistry and family dentistry. Many Monkton people seem to have it all together with bright eyes and great smiles. We want you to be on the same footing as your…
Creating Memorable Smiles At Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS

A smile takes but a moment, but the memory of it lasts forever. You can make your smile memorable and beautiful with a smile makeover at Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS in Monkton. Cosmetic dentistry is a broad term that specifies dentistry with an emphasis on aesthetics. Sparks and Hereford cosmetic dentists perform…
Into The Thick Of It, The Skinny On Toothpaste

Welcome to our blog! Today’s article answers some common questions about toothpaste. Why does toothpaste seem gritty? The abrasive aspect of toothpaste is to assist in removing dental plaque and food from the surface of the teeth. Forceful brushing becomes unnecessary for dental patients when the abrasives in the toothpaste can snag the mouth’s lingering…
Dental Implants Prevent Physical and Psychological Problems

Do you have missing teeth? Then you are not alone. Even though the U.S. is one of the most advanced countries in the world, tooth loss is common. In middle age, it tends to become more common. According to Harvard Medical School, the average adult has lost 12 permanent teeth by the age of 50.…
The Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS Guide To Veneers

It’s easy to see why Monkton smile makeover patients and cosmetic dentists love porcelain veneers. They correct a multitude of cosmetic flaws and deliver brilliant results for my Parkton area patients. If you are considering beautifying your smile with porcelain veneers, you want a trusted dentist with extensive experience performing this treatment. The porcelain veneer…
A Maximum Upgrade With Mini Implants

Though they are not as well known as conventional dental implants, mini implants are being used successfully in the Monkton area to improve smiles. Like their larger diameter counterparts, mini implants can support a restoration for one or more missing teeth or replace a bridge or fixed denture. Denture wearers benefit greatly from these slip-free dental…
Implant-Anchored Dentures Can Give You Back Your Life

Are you one of the many denture wearers in Monkton? Do your dentures reduce your quality of life? If so, we offer our condolences. For some people, dentures are only slightly better than a toothless mouth. The problems never end… They make normal eating challenging. They make speaking difficult. And they consistently rub against your gums…
The Not-So-Obvious Benefits Of A Smile Makeover

A smile redesign is transformative for an individual who has been embarrassed by their smile for years. But it’s not just about looking younger and more attractive—though it most certainly will do that. It can improve your life in ways that many men and women do not understand. How can a smile makeover transform your…
Dental Implants: Too Good To Be True?

You’ve probably come across dental implant hype. ‘Dental implants are as good as natural teeth!’ ‘Tooth implants can anchor dentures so they don’t slip around!’ ‘Dental implants are far superior to dental bridges!’ Those are bold claims. However, individuals with dental implants understand that they aren’t exaggerations. A dental implant is the strongest natural-looking restoration…