Holism is a philosophy where the entire person is considered, and it is acknowledged that all parts of the person correlate to each other. This includes physical, emotional, mental, and social factors. When speaking of dentistry, holism means all factors pertaining to the patient have significance. Disease, pain, infection are not the only things considered. […]
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Being Just OK is Not Ok!
A really popular commercial out there is the Doctor that comes into a patient’s room and announces he was just reinstated… So, You nervous? Yah, me too…. We’ll figure it out … see ya in there! There is probably in 2020 more variability in the quality of dental care than you would imagine. Young, inexperienced […]
Fear, panic and dentistry are frequently mentioned in the same conversation
Fear is also one of the main reasons people aren’t regular dental patients. Anxious people will avoid treatment and even cleanings until a toothache arises and then it may be too late. A beautiful healthy smile is a terrible thing to lose. WE offer a wide variety of sedations to conquer your fear and let […]
A smile is one of the most important social assets
A smile is one of the most important social assets and is often the first thing that a person sees and the last thing they remember about you. We love seeing patients who have considered DIY clear braces online by companies such as “Smile Direct Club”. We have a better INVISALIGN product at the same […]
Alzheimers
In January of 2019 researchers published a paper establishing a link between a common mouth bacteria associated with periodontal disease and Alzheimers’ dementia. The researchers noted the evidence that P. Gingivalis was found present in brains of Alzheimer’s patients and that it was formerly considered a specific oral pathogen. The bacteria excretes a toxin known […]
If Only I Had Taken Care Of My Teeth…
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
How many times have you said, ‘If only!’ If only I had changed my oil, If only I had stayed in college, If only I had worn sunscreen. At Dr. Steven W. Haywood in Timonium, we hope you never say, ‘If only I had taken care of my teeth!’ But if you have … we […]
Don’t Put Off Your Dental Exam
At Dr. Steven W. Haywood in Timonium, we want to see each one of our patients for a dental exam every six months. Most of the time we try to get you to schedule your next appointment even as you leave the office from your latest one. Patients have been known to put off their […]
Healthy Lifestyles For Healthy Lifesmiles
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
Dental health and a brilliant smile depend on more than simply brushing regularly. In this post from Dr. Steven W. Haywood in Timonium, we present a quick refresher on important lifestyle practices that affect oral health. You are probably familiar with most of these recommendations, but it helps to get a reminder once in a […]
Is Perfect Possible?
Are you thinking about a cosmetic dentistry smile makeover? Are you skeptical of promises of a “celebrity” or “perfect” smile? Let’s discuss the most popular cosmetic dentistry procedures from Dr. Steven W. Haywood in Timonium, and the results that can be expected. Porcelain Veneers The application of porcelain veneers can remedy numerous aesthetic issues and […]
Our Standard Of Excellence
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
At Dr. Steven W. Haywood in Timonium, we are dedicated to the dental health of each one of our patients. We want everyone who settles into one of our chairs to have a good experience. More important, we want our work to result in healthy teeth and gums that last a lifetime. That is our […]
