Most individuals know that they can go to their dentist for cleanings, bleeding gums, and toothaches in Monkton. However, there are some lesser-known oral concerns that your dentist can help you with. Dry mouth in Monkton? Technically called xerostomia, this dental issue can be caused by a lack of saliva and can be quite uncomfortable. It also predisposes dental…
Do you know that the most common cause of tooth loss among adults is gum disease? The good news is that gum disease is easy to treat if it is detected in the early stages. Regular check-ups with your dentist are essential, but there are warning signs for gum disease that everyone should be looking for….
If you are pregnant, your dental health may be the last thing on your mind. However, many women experience an increase in dental issues during pregnancy. Today’s post contains important information about dental health for expectant mothers and those planning to become pregnant. Dr. Longenecker recommends having a thorough dental cleaning early in your pregnancy….
Don’t know a periapical from a bitewing? Today’s Monkton dental blog takes a look at dental x-rays. Panoramic If you have ever stood in a huge camera apparatus and struggled to stay motionless while an automated camera made one slow pass around your head, then you have had a panoramic x-ray taken of your mouth….
When I discuss sedation dentistry with new Parkton cosmetic dentistry patients, I encounter many misconceptions. The purpose of today’s Hereford Dental Health blog is to de-bunk some of the most common myths about dental sedation. Myth #1: With Sedation Dentistry, You Are Completely Unconscious Some nervous Monkton dental patients are not only afraid of receiving…
Hello Maryland, let’s talk about the root canal procedure (“endodontic therapy” in dentist – speak). The root canal may be the most cringe-worthy dental treatment commonly done today, but it is important that dental patients in the Sparks, Hereford, and White Hall areas know what is happening during this anxiety – inducing, though routine, procedure….
People that are plagued with dental phobia (Dentophobia) may take comfort in the fact that it is a fairly common diagnosable mental condition. At least they know they are not alone and that the medical community takes it seriously. Phobias like Pteromerhanophobia: (the fear of flying) and Acrophobibia (the fear of heights) can be challenging,…
Welcome to my Monkton cosmetic dental blog. I’m Dr. Craig Longenecker of Hereford Dental Health, a full-service dental practice. I have been practicing general and cosmetic dentistry in Monkton, Maryland since 1998. During this time, I have developed many rewarding relationships with my patients and staff members. Many dental patients have chosen cosmetic dentistry to…
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