Biological dentist in Timonium
Dr. Haywood practices biological dentistry: care that is mercury-free, biocompatible and whole-body—looking for the root cause of a problem, not just the symptom. Serving Timonium, Towson, Hunt Valley and Baltimore.
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Timonium, MD
Biological dentistry in Timonium
35+ years in practice
Caring for smiles across Baltimore County.
Materials chosen for your body
Non-toxic, metal-free restorations chosen for your body, not for cost.
Root causes, not just
Diet, medications and habits are part of every conversation.
Every dental service in Timonium, all in one place.
Biological dentistry is one part of a full-service practice, and every one of these dental services is available in the same Timonium office.
Your biological visit, step by step
Here’s how a biological approach shapes your care at the Timonium practice.
Start with the whole picture
Your first visit is an unhurried consultation. Dr. Haywood asks about your diet, medications and habits, from sugar and acidic foods to tobacco and alcohol, because each one affects your oral and overall health.
Look beneath the surface
Bacterial DNA testing and cone beam CT scanning show what is happening beneath the surface, before a treatment plan is made.
Treat the cause, preserve the tooth
Treatment aims at the root cause of a problem so it doesn’t keep coming back, preserving natural teeth and avoiding drilling where possible, with mercury-free, biocompatible materials.
Patients in Timonium and Towson. In their words.
4.7 stars from 147 Google reviews · Dr. Steven W. Haywood, DDS: 35+ years in practice, Fellow of the ICOI, member of the AACD
“Happy I found a true dentist that appreciates a biological approach to dental care. Very informative, and the entire staff were super friendly and helpful with me as a new patient.”—N. S.
“Best dental experience I ever had. The office feels more like someone’s home than a sterile office… I have always been terrified of dental visits. Not anymore.”—Kelli White
“I’ve been putting off some serious dental procedures because of anxiety. The moment I talked to Kelly on the phone I felt at peace… this is the place to go.”—Amanda Ostrowski
“He did an extremely thorough examination and determined the tooth could be saved and was able to clean and fill the cavity.”—Jim Herrold
“I traveled to Dr. Haywood because I didn’t feel a regular dentist could handle my case… I’ve been thrilled with my new smile.”—John Palmer
of flexible payment plans with Cherry
- No-interest financing options with CareCredit for up to 12 months
- Cherry uses a soft credit check that won’t affect your credit score
- Out of network: we file your insurance paperwork for you
- Apply online before your visit and get a decision in minutes
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Biological dentistry questions,
answered
A biological dentist looks at how your dental health and dental materials affect your whole body. Rather than treating only the symptom or pain, a biological dentist looks for the root cause, considers your overall health, and chooses non-toxic, biocompatible materials. Holistic dentistry and natural dentistry are other names for the same approach. See holistic dentistry at the practice.
Yes. Biological, holistic and natural dentistry all describe care that considers how your mouth affects the rest of your body. At this practice that means mercury-free, biocompatible materials chosen for your body, and diagnostics that look beneath the surface.
No. Dr. Haywood is fundamentally opposed to mercury in amalgam fillings and uses tooth-colored composite and other mercury-free, biocompatible materials instead. Learn about mercury-free fillings.
Old mercury amalgam fillings are removed under rigorous safety protocols that follow the best practices established by holistic dental associations, to minimize your exposure to mercury vapor during the procedure. The teeth are then restored with mercury-free, biocompatible materials.
Mercury above all: Dr. Haywood is fundamentally opposed to mercury in amalgam fillings and never places it. Nickel and bisphenol plastics are avoided too, and fluoride is not used. Restorations are non-toxic, metal-free and biocompatible.
This practice avoids fluoride. Instead of fluoride treatments, non-fluoride enamel rebuilding is offered to strengthen teeth naturally.
It starts with a closer look. Cone beam CT scanning gives Dr. Haywood a full three-dimensional view of your teeth and jaw, so existing root canals can be assessed in far more detail than a flat X-ray shows, and your options weighed with your overall health in mind.
Bacterial DNA testing identifies the specific bacteria behind periodontal disease, and laser and ozone therapy clear bacteria and infection from the gums without chemicals, which tends to mean faster healing.
Biological dentistry does not cost more than standard dental care. The practice is out of network with insurance companies: you pay at the time of service and the office files the paperwork on your behalf for maximum reimbursement. HSA and flex plans are welcome, and financing is available through CareCredit and Cherry. See financing options.
Yes. The practice is at 108 W Timonium Rd, Ste 200, Timonium, MD 21093, serving Timonium, Towson, Hunt Valley and Baltimore. New patients are welcome: call (410) 453-9399 or request an appointment online. Request an appointment.