In today’s post, we will focus on critical behaviors that affect oral health. Of course, effective brushing and flossing are two vital habits for healthy teeth, but there are many more things we can do to preserve a healthy smile. Diet Do’s Do eat a nutritious diet with a variety of foods. This is necessary…
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Did You Know That You Can Change the Shape of Your Gums?
Most dental patients know that cosmetic, restorative and orthodontic dentistry procedures improve the appearance of your smile. There are treatments to reshape teeth, straighten teeth, correct damaged teeth, whiten teeth, and replace missing teeth. But what about your gums? Do you understand how much gum shape adds or detracts from the appearance of your smile?…
Small Dental Annoyance Or Serious Problem?
Today in the Monkton dental blog we are going to talk about stomatitis. Stomatitis is dental-speak for something very common: non-specific irritations found in the mouth. Stomatitis is generally caused by cold sores, gum disease, or even from biting the inside of the mouth (ouch!). Any time the membranes in the mouth become inflamed, they…
Not All Smile Makeovers Are Created Equal
Hello Monkton! Welcome to the Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS dental blog. Let’s talk about cosmetic dental smile makeovers. Some Monkton patients wonder if the term is synonymous with general cosmetic dentistry. Is the placement of four veneers considered a smile makeover? Well, yes and no. If your smile is attractive and healthy…
How to Prevent Tooth Decay In Monkton
Tooth decay, also known as “dental caries,” is a common dental problem that affects people of all ages in Monkton. It occurs when bacteria in the mouth break down the sugars in food and produce acid, which erodes the enamel on teeth. Over time, this erosion can lead to cavities, which can cause pain, sensitivity,…
Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS Guide To Healthy Tooth Enamel
Tooth enamel is one of the strongest substances in the body, but it is non-renewable so it is critical to not neglect or abuse our teeth. Practicing daily oral hygiene is vital for enamel health. Even though every drug store carries hard bristle brushes, we counsel our patients to brush with a soft brush after…
Yes, We Treat Bad Breath
When dental patients ask if mouthwash cures bad breath, we tell them that treating bad breath with a mouthwash is like drenching yourself with cologne instead of taking a shower. Mouthwash is only a temporary mask for odor caused by poor oral hygiene, tongue bacteria, or digestive ailments. The best-selling mouthwashes have a significant amount…
Gum Health Affects Risk Of Type 2 Diabetes
At Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS, we are concerned not only with the condition of your mouth but also with how it impacts your complete physical health and general well-being. Today’s post looks at the connection between diabetes and oral health and may be of interest to Monkton residents with diabetes as well…
How Do You Measure Success?
At Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS, we are devoted to success. Dr. Craig Longenecker’s experience, ability, and commitment to dental excellence result in terrific outcomes daily for our dentistry patients. Each team member at Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS shares Dr. Longenecker’s passion for success. For many Monkton dental patients, success…
Adult Dental Health for Monkton Smiles
At Hereford Dental Health – Craig Longenecker DDS, our goal is to prevent dental problems and keep our patients’ smiles healthy and beautiful. We provide general and family dentistry at our Monkton dental practice. Adult Dental Health As a general and family dentistry practice, we have been treating patients of all ages since 1998. An…
