The ADA: Promoting Dental Health Since 1859

Hello, thank you for visiting the Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS blog. I’m Dr. Craig Longenecker. Along with my fantastic team, I have been providing premium general and cosmetic dentistry since 1998. Today’s article is about the American Dental Association. You have probably seen the ADA symbol on toothpaste and floss—but what else…

Affordable Dentistry

A perceived lack of affordable dentistry is one of the major reasons many people in our community avoid going to the dentist. However, the truth is that cost-effective dentistry is available in Monkton at Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS. We provide top-quality services at competitive prices. Whether you need restorative dentistry, porcelain veneers,…

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Preventing Gum Disease At Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS

Run your tongue along the gumline behind your lower front teeth. Do you feel a ridge? This is probably tartar or dental calculus. Even if you brush and floss regularly, plaque and tartar can gradually accumulate. If not removed, these bacteria-breeding substances cause the gums to become irritated and swollen. Eventually, the gums become detached…

3 Behind-The-Scenes Dental Advances For Maryland

Sparks MD dental patients who have undergone a smile redesign are probably aware of the latest cosmetic dentistry procedures popular in the Parkton area. These include metal-free fillings, porcelain veneers, invisible braces, implant-anchored dentures, and inlays/onlays. Today’s White Hall dental post focuses on some nifty dentistry advances that are used behind-the-scenes to benefit White Hall…

Get Those Teeth In Shape!

Dental bonding is one of the most popular cosmetic dentistry procedures used in the Parkton area, and it’s not difficult to see why. There are many common dental problems that dentists in the Sparks, Hereford, and Monkton areas can treat with bonding. Bonding uses a very sturdy resin material that is tooth-colored. The material is…

“Hereford Dental Health Treats Cankers Sores, Lesions, and Fever Blisters”

Though not contagious, the most common complaint is canker sores, which affect an estimated eighty percent of the Sparks population. Canker sores can be attributed to stress, tissue irritation, or acidic foods. Dr. Craig Longenecker can prescribe a topical dental paste to relieve pain and guard against infection. Recurring canker sores can sometimes be a symptom of a larger health problem.