What are dentures secured by implants? Dentures secured by implants are fixed dentures held in place with permanent metal screws or posts. The metal posts are also called tooth implants or dental implants. Permanent dental implants can be used in many different ways. In this post, we describe one application for tooth implants; the sturdy…
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To Chew Or Not To Chew
Hello gum chewers, today we’re going to talk about that sticky wad in your mouth. You know that it can freshen your breath, but can it really help safeguard your smile from decay? It really depends on the type of gum. Chewing regular sucrose-based gum can be beneficial in removing bits of food from the…
Soft, Medium, Or Buzz Lightyear?
At Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS, Dr. Craig Longenecker is often asked how to choose the most basic tool of oral hygiene, the toothbrush. Picking a toothbrush can be as challenging as choosing a paint color, and there seems to be just as many choices. If you have visited the dental section of…
Mini Implants May Be Right For You
I’m Craig Longenecker of Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS in Monkton. Today’s topic is mini dental implants, sometimes called “immediate implants”. Though they are not as well known as traditional dental implants, mini implants are also being used successfully in the Monkton area to improve smiles. Like their larger diameter counterparts, mini implants…
Dental Specialties Available In Monkton
General dentists in the Monkton area are trained in a wide variety of dental procedures. However, sometimes, your Monkton general dentist will refer you to a local Parkton specialist or include a specialist as part of your treatment team. Following are some of the most common dental specialties found in the Parkton area: Endodontists Endodontists…
What are Implant-Stabilized Dentures?
What are dentures secured by implants? Dentures secured by implants are anchored dentures held in place with permanent metal screws or posts. The metal posts are also called tooth implants or dental implants. Tooth implants can be used in many different ways. In this message, we describe one application for tooth implants; the sturdy base…
Focusing On The Top 3 At Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS
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…
3 Reasons Not To Skip A Dental Checkup
Life gets busy. Sometimes it seems impossible to keep up with everything you “gotta do”. At Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS, we understand that. But we encourage you to think twice before you cancel or postpone a dental checkup because you think it’s less important than the other twenty possessions on your to-do…
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.…
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…
