Plenty of patients at Hereford Dental Health have suffered from the habit of grinding their teeth. Some individuals grind their teeth because they are stressed, some people grind their teeth as a coping mechanism, and some individuals grind their teeth in their sleep without realizing it. Don’t Ignore Teeth Grinding Grinding of the teeth, clenching…
Restorative Dentistry
A Missing Tooth Can Lead to Bone Loss
Today’s post from Hereford Dental Health focuses on missing teeth and bone health. Our teeth have many critical functions. We need them to chew our food, talk, and smile. But have you ever considered their role in holding up your face? When we lose teeth, the bone around the site of the extraction begins to…
What You See And What You Don’t
If you have had restorations, orthodontia, or a complete smile makeover, you want people to notice the final outcome – your brilliant smile. There is a lot, however, that is going on behind the scenes. Hereford Dental specializes in creating gorgeous smiles. Here are three vital smile makeover components that are not readily apparent when…
Will a Dental Implant Cause a Problem With Airport Security?
Airport security checks might be necessary, but they can be a major annoyance. Emptying your pockets. Pulling your laptop out of your carry-on. Taking your shoes off. Some of our Hereford Dental Health patients considering whether to get a tooth implant may wonder if it will affect airport security. Let’s answer the questions frequently asked…
Are You Smiling?
Hello Monkton! Welcome to Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS, and we have been here serving the Parkton area since 1998. We are constantly striving to cater to the oral health needs of our patients, and we hope that you might be one of these patients soon! One innovative way that we keep our…
5 Reasons To See Dr. Longenecker
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Health, General Dentistry, Oral Health, Restorative Dentistry
When we are young, we feel invincible. We think we will live forever, and we know more than our parents. As we age, we soon find that invincibility fades, forever isn’t as long as we thought, and we begin to appreciate the collective wisdom of those who have gone before us. Since you have probably…
Dental Checkup: How Often?
When was the last time you had a dental checkup? Most men and women need a dental check-up every six months. If you have a higher risk for oral diseases, we advise you to receive an examination every four months. Welcome to Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS Craig Longenecker, DDS, of Hereford Dental Health…
The Advantages of Implant-Retained Dentures
Are you trading your traditional dentures for implant-stabilized dentures? Implant-retained or implant-stabilized dentures both provide numerous advantages over traditional dentures. At Hereford Dental Health we understand that our patients may need this reliable denture option. Secure in the mouth—no slipping Furnishes up to 100% natural chewing function Upper denture doesn’t cover as much of the…
You Be The Judge
Categories: Dental Implants, Restorative Dentistry
If you are researching smile redesigns, you have probably heard claims that cosmetic dentistry can provide you with a ‘perfect smile’ or a ‘celebrity smile.’ Are these superlatives simply exaggerations? We invite you to judge for yourself. Call 410-357-0099 to schedule a no-pressure smile makeover consultation with Dr. Longenecker of Hereford Dental Health…
Cosmetic Dental Masterpieces
With porcelain veneers, you can upgrade your smile without significant restorative dental work. Dental Veneers Transform Your Teeth Porcelain veneers are glass-like, wafer-thin covers that are attached to the front of your teeth. Porcelain has been used in dentistry for many years because no other restorative material is such a first-rate match for natural tooth…
