I’m Craig Longenecker. I’ve been practicing dentistry here in Monkton, Maryland since 1998. I have found amazing people in this community. At Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS, we focus on three important things as we endeavor to be your dental provider of choice. Family We want to be the dental practice families trust…
Restorative Dentistry
Can I Get a Metal-Free Tooth Implant?
Many Monkton dental patients are turning to metal-free dentistry. Instead of amalgam fillings, they select composite and porcelain restorations. Non-metal fillings and crowns can be matched precisely to your natural tooth color. Some people are sensitive to the metals used in traditional fillings. Non-metal materials can prevent potential tooth sensitivity. Controversy Over Whether Dental Amalgam is Toxic…
5 Ways To Prevent A Cracked Tooth
Cracked teeth can be painful, unattractive, and pricey to repair. Today’s post in the Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS dental blog contains an easy-to-follow list of tips to keep your teeth whole and strong. 1. Don’t chew on hard substances. Mind-blowing, right? People should steer clear of ice, hard candies, hard nuts, popcorn,…
Affordable Cosmetic Dentistry
Will your Maryland dental insurance cover cosmetic dental procedures? Many individuals assume their dental insurance won’t cover any procedures obtained solely for cosmetic purposes. This is probably true for tooth bleaching or dental bonding. However, many Maryland dental insurance plans and supplemental plans cover orthodontia and any treatment necessary to repair damage from an injury. Medical…
Dental Veneers: 7 Fast Fixes
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,…
What’s The Difference Between An Inlay And An Onlay?
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…
3 Ways To Minimize Candy Intake At Parties
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.…
Bridging The Gap
Hello, Monkton smiles! Do you have a missing tooth that is detracting from your otherwise nice teeth? Let Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS fill the gap for you and help you get your brilliant smile back! A dental bridge could be the perfect answer for your missing tooth and help you chew and…
7 Ways Bonding Can Beautify
Dental bonding is a popular cosmetic dentistry procedure in the Parkton area, but there are many patients who don’t know exactly what it is. Today in the Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS dental blog, we explain 7 ways dental bonding is used in cosmetic dentistry. The dental bonding procedure uses a resin material…
Daily Oral Hygiene: Put Your Heart Into It
Attention dental patients: brushing twice daily may help decrease your risk of heart disease. Scientists, dentists, and cardiologists have known for many years that there is a link between inflammation in the mouth (gum disease) and heart problems, However, a recent study analyzed oral health habits and heart disease risk. Science Daily reported on the…
