Dental implants may well be the ideal solution to a lost tooth. In fact, implants have been hailed as one of the greatest advancements in dentistry. At Dr. Steven W. Haywood in Timonium, we offer single implants for one missing tooth, and denture implants that can support a set of dentures. This article focuses on implant […]
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Crown Or Veneer?
Two of the most popular procedures at Dr. Steven W. Haywood in Timonium 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 mainly for cosmetic improvements. A dental crown covers the entire visible part of the tooth. […]
Feel Like A Movie Star With A Smile Makeover
When you see pictures of celebrities, most look like they have perfectly beautiful, white teeth. Some may be natural. Some may be Photoshopped. Others have probably been fixed with cosmetic dentistry, like what you can get at Dr. Steven W. Haywood in Timonium. Can ordinary people gert a celebrity-caliber smile? Absolutely! In recent years there […]
You Have Nothing To Lose Except Loose Dentures
Categories: Dental Implants, Denture implants
Modern dental technology has solved the trouble of bothersome loose-fitting dentures with a wonderful option, which is available at Dr. Steven W. Haywood in Timonium. Denture implants can anchor full or partial dentures. The procedure involves placing multiple dental implants into your jaw. The implants, in turn, support the dentures. The difference between these and […]
White Fillings
When a tooth has decay or has been damaged, a dental restoration is needed to restore it to its previous condition. At Dr. Steven W. Haywood in Timonium, we use only white fillings that are mercury-free. A dental filling is one of the most common and well-known types of restorations. A dental filling is used […]
Inlays/Onlays: Less Invasive Than Complete Crowns
Categories: Restorative Dentist
Restorative dentistry has come a long way over the years and there are now several effective ways to fix decayed teeth. In this post from Dr. Steven W. Haywood in Timonium, we are going to concentrate on two similar types of restorations: dental inlays and onlays. An inlay or an onlay can be a less-invasive […]
Common Myths About Cosmetic Dentistry
We’re well into the twenty-first century, and yet there are still some common misconceptions about what modern cosmetic dentistry can do. At Dr. Steven W. Haywood in Timonium, we’d like to dispel some of them. Myth #1: Cosmetic Dentistry is Never Necessary for a Healthy Smile Many so-called cosmetic dental procedures are not solely cosmetic. […]
Beware Of An Acidic Diet
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
In this post from Dr. Steven W. Haywood in Timonium, we look at enamel, the hard outer later of your teeth. Most people don’t think of a tooth as a body part that fluctuates in strength. Our teeth seem to have a steady hardness and dependably grind food whenever we need them. However, teeth are […]
Go Back In Time
So you’ve lost some teeth and now are reluctant to smile because of the gaps. If only you could go back in time and regain that full-toothed smile you once had. Guess what? With dental implants from Dr. Steven W. Haywood in Timonium, you can! For most patients, a tooth implant is the ideal replacement […]
Know The Facts About Oral Piercings
Body piercings are a common form of self-expression nowadays. But do they impact your oral and dental health? This post from Dr. Steven W. Haywood in Timonium is for those who currently have an oral piercing or are considering one. Since this is a dental blog, you may expect us to raise all sorts of […]
