Life gets busy. Sometimes it seems impossible to keep up with everything you “gotta do”. At Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS, we understand that. But we encourage you to think twice before you cancel or postpone a dental checkup because you think it’s less important than the other twenty possessions on your to-do…
Do you have unexplained pain or clicking sounds in your jaw? They can be the result of a serious jaw condition. Some conditions with the jaw and the muscles that control it are known as temporomandibular disorders (TMD). But it’s also also called TMJ, because that’s the acronym for the name of the joint. Technically,…
Hello, I’m Craig Longenecker of Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS, an esteemed dental practice in Monkton, Maryland. The understanding team at Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS would love to help you with any of your dental needs: Immediate remedies for any pressing dental dilemmas A gentle, friendly dentist Experienced care for…
If you are researching orthodontics, you have probably heard about clear aligners. They offer several advantages over traditional metal braces. The most popular advantage is the fact that they are nearly invisible. Millions of people have aligned their teeth with aligners in the past twenty years since they were invented. We’re here to help with…
If you decide to enhance your smile with a professional teeth whitening treatment, you want the results to last as long as possible. Unfortunately, the same things that stained your teeth before the treatment can stain them after the treatment. Over time, common staining will occur. To help slow down that process, Hereford Dental Health…
When Dr. Craig Longenecker walks into the room, you typically feel the atmosphere kick up a notch. Here at Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS we see patients for anything from fillings to whole health dentistry to cleaning requests. Having your teeth cleaned can be just as important as addressing cavities and taking care…
Hi! Welcome to the Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS dental blog where we take the time to answer dental questions. Today we are focusing on fabulous veneers, which are used extensively in cosmetic dentistry. Dental veneers (also called laminates) are custom-made to permanently cover the front part of one or more teeth. Wafer-thin,…
If you have tooth sensitivity or pain when you chew with your back teeth, the surfaces may be damaged. One option for restoration is the use of an inlay or onlay made of metal, composite resin, or porcelain. Inlays are very strong and shaped to precisely fit a hole in a damaged tooth. The choice…
Today’s post is for women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Carrying a precious child can not only consume your time but your attention as well. However, don’t forget your needs and your well-being during these critical months. It’s critical to understand that the multitude of changes your body experiences during pregnancy also…
Lock yourself in a closet. Sew your mouth shut. Wear a shock collar that’s sensitive to sugar particles. At Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS we understand how hard it is to avoid sweets altogether at Halloween and other sugar-filled holidays. We encourage both unfettered joy and healthy living for all of our patients….
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