General dentistry in Timonium, near Baltimore
years of experience
*Top 3 Dentist 2025, as rated by BusinessRate. Out of network: the office files your insurance paperwork, with financing through CareCredit and Cherry.
Treatments
Explore general dentistry
Each treatment has its own page, and every one is available at the Timonium office.
Cleanings & PreventionDental cleanings in Timonium, MD: 60-minute visits, gum care, sealants and custom bite guards with Dr. Steven W. Haywood, DDS.Learn more 
Emergency Dental CareEmergency dental care in Timonium, MD: toothaches, abscesses, cracked or knocked-out teeth and locked jaws. Dr. Steven W. Haywood, DDS.Learn more 
Sedation DentistrySedation dentistry in Timonium, MD: laughing gas and oral conscious sedation to help you relax with Dr. Steven W. Haywood, DDS.Learn more 
Gum Disease TreatmentGum disease treatment in Timonium, MD: non-surgical scaling and root planing and oral DNA testing with Dr. Steven W. Haywood, DDS.Learn more 
Oral Cancer ScreeningOral cancer screening in Timonium, MD: a quick, pain-free ViziLite exam with your regular checkup at Dr. Steven W. Haywood, DDS.Learn more 
TMJ/TMD TreatmentTMJ treatment in Timonium, MD for jaw pain and headaches: a full evaluation, bite analysis and splints with Dr. Steven W. Haywood, DDS.Learn more 
Dental TechnologyDental technology in Timonium, MD: digital X-rays, iTero scans, DIAGNOdent, Picasso laser and air abrasion at Dr. Steven W. Haywood, DDS.Learn more Healthy teeth start with everyday care.
Most visits start with something simple. Select what brought you here to see how general dentistry at this practice approaches it.
Request your first visit
New patients are always welcome. Call (410) 453-9399 or request an appointment online, then complete your new patient forms at forms.flossem.com before you arrive.
Share what matters to you
Your first appointment starts with a conversation about your dental concerns, health history and medications, and whether fear is a problem for you.
Get a thorough exam
Dr. Haywood carefully evaluates your teeth and gums, takes X-rays and photos, and looks at your bite for TMJ issues. An oral cancer screening is part of the check-up.
Understand your options
Your X-rays appear on screen so you see what the team sees. If you need treatment, your personalized plan is built around your needs, your comfort and your budget.
A check-up should be more than a quick polish. Let’s find yours.
Quick cleanings are not all the same. Here, routine visits are unhurried and focused on prevention, so small problems are found and treated before they turn into bigger dental work.
Hour-long cleanings
Cleaning appointments last a full 60 minutes, giving your hygienist time to remove plaque and tartar thoroughly and check on the health of your gums.
Digital X-rays and cameras
Digital X-rays appear on screen right away with less radiation than standard dental X-rays, and intraoral cameras zoom in so you can see what Dr. Haywood sees.
Oral cancer screening
ViziLite screening is available during office examinations to help identify abnormal cells or other signs of oral cancer early, when detection matters most.
Non-surgical gum care
Scaling and root planing, periodontal maintenance and oral DNA testing identify and clear the bacteria behind gum infection, then help keep it under control.
Access the whole practice
General dentistry is the everyday side of a full-service practice. Every one of these services is in the same Timonium office.
From the patients who trust us
“I’ve finally found my dentist and I couldn’t be happier! Really impressed by how comfortable they made me feel from the moment I walked in. The whole team at Dr. Haywood’s office is warm, welcoming, and genuinely attentive.”—Andrew
“Wow, just wow! Best dental experience I ever had! First, the office feels more like someone’s home than a sterile office… I have always been terrified of dental visits. Not anymore.”—Kelli
“Received excellent care. Always detailed the work to be done and the cost. Friendly staff. Highly recommend.”—Dan
“I’ve been putting off some serious dental procedures because of anxiety… Dr Haywood has been awesome with me.”—Amanda
A dentist who takes the time to do it properly.
Dr. Haywood brings 35+ years of experience to every check-up, with hour-long cleanings, careful exams and a clear explanation of your options.
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patient-rated care
no-interest financing options available
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Out of network: you pay at the time of service and the office files your insurance paperwork. CareCredit or Cherry can spread the cost.
Your questions,
answered
A general dentist looks after the everyday health of your teeth and gums: check-ups and digital X-rays, professional cleanings, tooth-colored fillings, oral cancer screenings, gum disease treatment, and extractions when a tooth can’t be saved. As a mercury-free practice, fillings here are tooth-colored composite rather than metal amalgam. Learn about cleanings and prevention.
The practice recommends a professional cleaning every six months, and cleaning appointments here last a full 60 minutes. Your check-up uses digital X-rays and intraoral cameras, with images on screen so you can see what Dr. Haywood sees, plus an oral cancer screening. See the dental technology used.
Yes. Dr. Haywood is available for true dental emergencies for existing patients and their friends and families. New patients with emergency needs are seen on weekdays during normal business hours, based on availability, and a full workup with X-rays and an exam comes first. Call (410) 453-9399 as early in the day as you can. See emergency dental care.
Yes. Laughing gas is offered as a complimentary service, and you should feel fully alert afterward and able to drive yourself home. Oral conscious sedation is a pill taken about an hour before your appointment, so you will need a ride. IV sedation is available for lengthier or more complex treatment. Explore sedation dentistry.
Sore, swollen or bleeding gums, receding gums, bad breath, tooth sensitivity, painful chewing and pus around the gumline can all be signs. On their own they don’t always mean gum disease, so it’s worth an exam. Treatment here is non-surgical, removing the bacteria causing the infection with a plan personalized to you. Read about gum disease treatment.
Yes. It is easy, doesn’t take much time and is done during your regular general dentistry appointment. The office uses ViziLite, which helps make abnormal cells easier to see, and recommends that all patients over eighteen be screened every year. Learn about oral cancer screening.
Often, yes. Jaw tenderness and frequent head or neck aches can be signs of a TMJ disorder. Dr. Haywood starts with a full evaluation, which may include bite analysis, sleep analysis and CT imaging of the joint, before recommending care such as splints or occlusal appliances. Read about TMJ treatment.
Yes. New patients are always welcome. Call (410) 453-9399 or request an appointment online, and save time by completing your new patient forms online at forms.flossem.com before your first visit. New patient information.
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. Health savings and flex plans are welcome, and flexible financing is available through CareCredit and Cherry. See financing options.
Monday 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM, Tuesday 8:30 AM to 5 PM, Wednesday 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Thursday 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM and Friday 8:30 AM to 4 PM. The office is closed on Saturday and Sunday. Contact the office.
108 W Timonium Rd, Ste 200, Timonium, MD 21093. Patients come from Timonium, Towson, Hunt Valley, Baltimore and Shrewsbury, PA. Get directions.