So you’ve lost some teeth and now hesitate to smile because of the gaps. If only you could go back in time and recover that full-toothed smile you once had. Guess what? With dental implants, you can! For most patients, a tooth implant is the optimal replacement for both the root and crown of a…
Teeth Whitening
Whitening For 3 Types Of Tooth Stains
Hello Monkton! If your smile could use some brightening, what are you waiting for? Professional teeth whitening and teeth bleaching are the easiest ways Sparks residents can dramatically improve their appearance. It is important to realize that not every Parkton smile responds the same to teeth bleaching. The degree of whiteness attained and the treatment…
Remake Your Smile With Bonding And Shaping
Hello Monkton friends of Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS! When you think about getting into shape, your teeth are probably not the first body parts that come to mind. But your Monkton dentist may be able to improve your smile with bonding and enamel shaping, and you won’t even have to join a…
6 Ways Dental Crowns Restore Smiles
Dental crowns have been around a long time, but they continue to play an important role in Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS cosmetic dentistry. A dental crown, often called a cap, covers the visible part of the tooth. Dental crowns are used for several common dental problems: An old crown that is damaged…
Tooth Whitening: What The ADA Has To Say
When a cosmetic dentistry procedure becomes popular, it’s natural to want to experience the dramatic results for yourself. However, responsible dental patients should know what the American Dental Association has to say regarding common cosmetic dentistry procedures such as teeth whitening. The ADA advises patients to speak with their dentist before starting any bleaching regimen.…
Are All Clear Aligners Alike?
If you are researching orthodontics, you have probably heard about clear aligners. They offer several advantages over traditional metal braces. The most popular advantage is the fact that they are nearly invisible. Millions of people have aligned their teeth with aligners in the past twenty years since they were invented. We’re here to help with…
Retaining Brightness After Teeth Whitening Treatment
If you decide to enhance your smile with a professional teeth whitening treatment, you want the results to last as long as possible. Unfortunately, the same things that stained your teeth before the treatment can stain them after the treatment. Over time, common staining will occur. To help slow down that process, Hereford Dental Health…
Smile More, Live Better
If you feel that you have an unattractive smile, you probably don’t smile very often. Perhaps you make a conscious effort to avoid showing your teeth in social and professional settings. Do you think frequent smiling has a meaningful effect on your life? You bet it does. In addition to simply making us happier, smiling…
Smile Makeovers: It’s Not Just About Your Teeth
I have been creating spectacular smiles at my Monkton cosmetic dental practice since 1998. Each one of my Parkton smile makeover patients values their new smiles almost as much as I value their trust. My loyal patients, along with my dedicated dental team, have made my professional career particularly rewarding. Working as a dentist in…
Tooth Sensitivity Treatment At Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS
Have you ever been eating an ice cream cone when you felt a sudden zap of pain in one of your teeth? If the enamel has eroded, or the gums have receded, the dentin layer of the tooth is exposed. The substances that cause tooth pain travel to the pulp where the nerves of the…
