I’m Craig Longenecker of Hereford Dental Health. My office is located at 16928 York Rd in Monkton. One of the best things about being a dentist is interacting with my patients. During initial dental consultations, I listen carefully to my patient’s short and long term dental goals. I enjoy discussing options and developing effective treatment…
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Smile Makeover Questions Answered At Hereford Dental Health

Even some Monkton people with top notch oral health want to improve specific components of their smile. Though proper brushing is critical for healthy teeth, it won’t re-contour a gumline or repair a chipped tooth. A cavity-free mouth may still have stained or slightly misaligned teeth. If you want to correct the smile elements that…
Not Happy With Your Monkton Dentist?

Hello Maryland friends! Welcome to Hereford Dental Health in Monkton, Maryland. We provide general dentistry, restorative dentistry, and innovative cosmetic dentistry for the whole family. We offer comprehensive preventative and restorative dental services including: dental implants, Invisalign, and porcelain veneers. A clean, comfortable, and friendly dental atmosphere to make your experience as pleasant as possible I…
Filtered Monkton Water And Oral Health

A simple way for Parkton residents to choose beverages that won’t harm their teeth is to keep it simple and make water their go-to drink. However, for safety, thrift, and convenience, many dental patients choose to drink bottled water or filter it themselves at home. Filtered water can be detrimental to oral health if it…
Starting Chemo? How Are Your Teeth?

If you are scheduled for cancer treatment due to a recent diagnosis or relapse, oral health is probably not your first priority. However, the team at Hereford Dental Health urges you to give some attention to your teeth to prevent or minimize common cancer-related dental complications. According to the National Institutes of Health, cancer treatment…
Crown Or Veneer?

I am Craig Longenecker of Hereford Dental Health in Monkton. Hereford Dental Health offers multiple cosmetic dental procedures for creating brilliant smiles. Two of the most popular procedures are dental crowns and porcelain veneers. Many patients don’t understand the difference between the two. Generally, a crown strengthens a compromised tooth while a veneer is used…
Express Your Personality With A Smile Makeover

What makes up a perfect smile? White teeth? Straight teeth? Teeth with pleasing proportions relative to one another? A stunning smile is more than the sum of its parts. At Hereford Dental Health, we believe that your perfect smile also contains another element – your unique personality. What is a smile makeover? Is is a…
Is A Perfect Smile Possible, Monkton?

The application of porcelain veneers at Hereford Dental Health can remedy a multitude of aesthetic dental problems and is often a better cosmetic dental solution for candidates in the Sparks area than dental bonding.
Dental Problem? There Is Always A Solution!

There is no doubt that a healthy, pleasing smile positively affects one’s life. It lets us convey confidence and friendliness in business and social settings. A beautiful healthy smile also influences our personal relationships. When we smile, we appear (and feel!) younger and more attractive. Research has shown that smiling also helps reduce stress, increase…
Sparkling Smiles At Hereford Dental Health

Welcome to the Hereford Dental Health dental blog, Monkton! I am Dr. Craig Longenecker. Today’s post focuses on teeth whitening. Unfortunately our teeth lose their luster as we grow older, but I see staining on young patients, as well. Parkton area residents of all ages want whiter teeth. To protect from staining, it is vital…