Are you one of the fortunate Baltimore people with healthy teeth? Would you like to keep them healthy for the rest of your life? Some Timonium residents believe that keeping their teeth healthy into the golden years is unlikely if not impossible. At Dr. Steven W. Haywood, we are happy to assure you that this […]
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Foaming At The Mouth: Are You Brushing Right?
Categories: Oral Hygiene
In today’s post, let’s discuss some information about brushing. One key to activating toothpaste is creating foam when thoroughly brushing. Working up a good foam is attained by pre-wetting the toothbrush, then attacking at a 45 rather than 90 degree angle. The foaming aids in dislodging food debris from nooks and crannies in the mouth. […]
Relax In Comfort And Style At Dr. Steven W. Haywood In Timonium
Categories: General Dentist
Thank you for visiting the Dr. Steven W. Haywood dental blog. Today, I’d like to review an important but often-overlooked feature in our practice: the modern dental chair. Did you know that dental chairs don’t come from your local Timonium furniture store? Dental chairs were designed especially for the comfort of patient and dental provider […]
Are Floss Picks As Good As Regular Dental Floss?
Categories: Oral Hygiene
Floss picks vs regular floss? While it’s better to floss with a floss pick than to not floss at all, it’s important to note that floss picks can only clean a part of the tooth’s surface. Dr. Stephen Haywood recommends traditional floss or dental tape. Here’s why: A floss pick holds just a small piece […]
Same Day Smile Makeovers At Dr. Steven W. Haywood In Timonium
Categories: Porcelain Veneers
Have you ever wished your Timonium cosmetic dentist could glue new pearly white covers on your existing teeth as easy as you paint a wall in your house? Guess what? With porcelain veneers, it’s possible. Porcelain veneers are wafer-thin tooth-shaped fronts that are permanently bonded to your natural teeth. Unlike a crown procedure, your Timonium […]
Making The Cost Of Dental Treatment Palatable At Dr. Steven W. Haywood
Categories: General Dentist
A healthy smile is priceless and superior dental care is a worthwhile investment in your quality of life. But the cost for treatment and precision restorations can sometimes be prohibitive. Knowing what to expect price-wise can make your dental visit more palatable. Obviously, the cost of some procedures such as crowns versus fillings are dependent […]
Dr. Steven W. Haywood: Calming Root Canal Fears
Categories: General Dentist
In Timonium, Maryland a dentist’s office is sometimes seen as a painful and scary place. Dr. Steven W. Haywood located at 108 W Timonium Rd Ste 200 Timonium, Maryland 21093 tries to discourage that image with a quality staff and qualified dentists. However, endodontic therapy, a dental procedure commonly known as a root canal, still […]
Less Is More In Dentistry
Categories: Cosmetic Dentist
There are compelling new developments in Maryland dentistry: stronger, natural-looking materials; improved techniques; more effective diagnostic methods; and more precise instruments. Combine these with the experience and expertise of dentist Steve Haywood and you’re left with less of what used to make people dread going to the dentist. Less Pain Improved painkillers, lasers, and industry-leading […]
3 Reasons Not To Skip A Dental Checkup
Categories: General Dentist
Life gets busy. Sometimes it seems impossible to keep up with everything you “gotta do.” At Dr. Steven W. Haywood, we understand that. But we encourage you to think twice before you cancel or postpone a dental checkup because you think it’s less important than the other twenty things on your to-do list. Twice-yearly dental […]
Smile More, Live Better
Categories: Cosmetic Dentist
If you feel that you have an unattractive smile, you probably don’t smile very often. Perhaps you make a calculated effort to make sure you don’t smile in social and professional settings. Do you think frequent smiling has a meaningful effect on your life? You bet it does. In addition to simply making us happier, […]
