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…
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…
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…
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….
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…
Evolution isn’t always tidy and linear. For example, we have smaller jaws than our ancestors thousands of years ago, but most of our bodies haven’t adapted by generating fewer teeth. Two-thirds of us create the same amount of teeth as early humans. These late-developing extra molars are called wisdom teeth and they pose unique oral…
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…
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…
Tooth whitening has become one of the most popular dental procedures in Maryland. It seems that everyone is whitening their teeth to help their smiles look younger and brighter. Many men and women are turning to over-the-counter solutions to brighten their teeth, however, there can be disadvantages to this approach. Here is some basic advice…
Whether you are one of our patients or a blogosphere visitor, welcome to our dental blog. Our dental practice is called Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS and is located at 16928 York Rd in Monkton, Maryland. I have been practicing dentistry since 1998. Since opening my dental practice, I have seen a lot…
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