Your whole-body health depends on consistent preventative dental care. That’s why we recommend that our patients schedule oral health and wellness visits with us on a recurrent interval of at least once every six months. During these visits, our dental professionals will evaluate your dental structures and thoroughly clean your teeth. Baltimore Dental Co. in Glyndon, MD is proud to offer an array of dental services to new and existing patients.
If you are in need of a compassionate and reliable dentist in Baltimore County, please consider joining our practice.
GENERAL DENTISTRY IN GLYNDON, MD
Preventative dental care is your first line of defense when it comes to ensuring the longevity of your smile. Issues like cavities or gingivitis can quickly develop into larger issues if left untreated. Our priority is helping you maintain a healthy mouth that will support your overall systemic wellbeing to prevent dental related pain before it happens.
We will keep a close eye on any developing issues and treat them before they become major dental concerns. As leading Baltimore County general dentists, Dr. Romay and Dr. Cross take a comprehensive, functional approach to your dental health needs. Our goal is to help you better understand how your dental health and overall health are intertwined.
NEW PATIENT INTAKE APPOINTMENTS
One of the differences in our office is that we take the time to get to know our patients as individuals to understand their unique risk factors and concerns. During your new patient intake appointment, we will collect comprehensive dental records such as a full-mouth series of x-rays, intraoral photographs, detailed medical health review, complete periodontal charting, documenting existing restorations, and a full, comprehensive dental examination with the doctor. Due to the level of detailed record taking, we prefer to focus on meeting you as an individual during your first appointment. Generally, we will schedule your dental cleaning at a following appointment.
Baltimore Dental Co.’s mission is to educate patients to take control of their health in a non-judgmental environment. Patients with any level of dental distress are welcome at our practice, regardless of the cause behind the dental issues.
PREVENTATIVE CLEANINGS AND ROUTINE PERIODONAL MAINTENANCE
When you visit Baltimore Dental Co. for your oral health and wellness visits, rest assured we are committed to helping you achieve your best dental health. Our hygiene team is incredibly caring and here to comfortably remove the stubborn bacteria before issues like dental decay or bone loss arise. We see our patients on either a three, four, or six-month cleaning schedule, based on their unique oral and whole-body health needs.
To get started with our Baltimore County, MD functional dental practice, please reach out to schedule your new patient intake appointment!
SCALING AND ROOT PLANING OR PERIODONTAL DISEASE TREATMENT
Periodontal disease, better known as gum disease, is a serious medical condition that must be handled immediately to prevent damage to other body systems. This disease is treated by removing the plaque and calculus buildup, disturbing the anaerobic bacteria, and allowing the bone and gum tissue to heal in a heathier setting. Without treatment, patients are risking loss of supportive jawbone, loose teeth, unstable oral microbiome, heart attacks, Alzheimer’s, diabetes, and many other medical concerns. More information can be found on our Periodontal Disease page.
EMERGENCY DENTISTRY
When you experience a dental emergency, you need to know who to call. Our office offers emergency dentistry services for patients experiencing sudden tooth pain, throbbing, sensitivity, mouth bleeding, or a knocked-out tooth.
If you need to see a dentist fast, please call our office directly. We will do our best to schedule you for our next available appointment and minimize your discomfort accordingly. To learn more about what you should do in a dental emergency, see Emergency Dentistry.
TOOTH EXTRACTIONS
While we like to avoid tooth extractions whenever possible, occasionally, they are necessary. If you have a problematic tooth that needs to be safely extracted, we can provide these services for you. To learn about your tooth replacement options following a tooth extraction, see Tooth Extraction.
3D DENTAL CBCT IMAGING
We utilize 3D dental CBCT imaging when evaluating complex situations in order to have a more comprehensive view for diagnosis and treatment planning. CBCT scans enable us to recommend the most personalized treatment options for you. To learn how CBCT scans can benefit you, see 3D Dental CBCT Imaging.
CUSTOM NIGHTGUARDS
Custom nightguards are the best defense against active clenching, grinding, and TMD. We only provide hypoallergenic nightguards that are free of methyl methacrylate and are resistant to becoming yellow or discolored with age.
These nightguards are a protective layer that fits snuggly on either your top or bottom teeth. A more comfortable alternative to over-the-counter options that may slip around, custom nightguards allow you to rest assured that your teeth are protected. To learn more about how a custom nightguard from a dentist is better than a store bought one, see Custom Nightguards.
GENERAL DENTISTRY FAQS
If you have questions or concerns, please refer to our frequently asked questions section. Our helpful dental staff is available during normal business hours to address any questions you may still have.
WHY DO I NEED TO COME MORE FREQUENTLY FOR MY ROUTINE CLEANINGS?
There are many benefits to more frequent dental cleanings, and some patients’ oral health requires it. Bacteria can build up deep under the gum tissue where it is impossible to reach without the help of a dental hygienist. These harmful bacteria can disrupt the oral microbiome, putting you at risk for dental decay, periodontal disease, heart attacks, Alzheimer’s, diabetes, and many other medical concerns.
WHAT IS CALCULUS?
Dental calculus is a hard, yellow or brown deposit that forms when plaque is left undisturbed on tooth structure. Over time, the minerals in your saliva mix with the plaque, causing it to harden into calculus. This buildup can only be removed by a dental professional. If left untreated, dental calculus can lead to gum disease and other oral health problems.
WHAT IS THE MOST COMMON DENTISTRY SERVICE?
At Baltimore Dental Co., our focus is on the preventive aspect of dental issues. The most common services that we offer are dental cleanings and regular check-up examinations. Composite fillings and ceramic dental crowns are the next most common services.
WHAT DO DENTISTS CONSIDER TO BE A DENTAL EMERGENCY?
Dental emergencies are urgent and need immediate attention. If not treated promptly, these conditions can cause serious health complications. We consider a dental emergency to be severe pain, extensive swelling, bleeding that doesn’t stop, or a dislodged tooth.
SHOULD I GO TO THE ER FOR TOOTH PAIN?
We would prefer to see you during regular business hours to address your concern. If you are unable to be seen and the swelling is becoming severe, you may need to visit the ER or an urgent care facility. They will only prescribe an antibiotic to prevent the swelling from inhibiting your breathing. You will still need to visit the dentist to address the root cause of the pain and swelling. Therefore, it is best to directly contact your dentist to get an emergency appointment as soon as you begin to experience tooth pain or swelling.
Having a new dental procedure can make a patient nervous – we get it! Any questions that you have before, during, or after your treatment can easily be answered with a call or a text to our team at Baltimore Dental Co.!