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 at least once every six months. Our dental professionals will evaluate your dental structures and thoroughly clean your teeth during these visits. Baltimore Dental Co. in Glyndon, MD, proudly offers dental services to new and existing patients.
If you need 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 well-being and prevent dental-related pain before it happens.
We will monitor and treat any developing issues 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. We aim to help you better understand how your dental 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, documentation of existing restorations, and a full, comprehensive dental examination with the doctor.
Due to the 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 the following appointment. Baltimore Dental Co.’s mission is to educate patients to take control of their health in a nonjudgmental 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 Periodontal Maintenance
When you visit Baltimore Dental Co. for your oral health and wellness visits, we commit to helping you achieve your best dental health. Our hygiene team is incredibly caring and here to comfortably remove stubborn bacteria before issues like dental decay or bone loss arise. We see our patients on 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 – 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 healthier 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 must 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.
Please call our office directly if you need to see a dentist fast. 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 avoid tooth extractions whenever possible, they are occasionally necessary. We provide these services if you have a problematic tooth that needs extraction. Learn more about your tooth replacement options following a tooth extraction.
3D Dental CBCT Imaging
We utilize 3D dental CBCT imaging when evaluating complex situations to have a more comprehensive view of diagnosis and treatment planning. CBCT scans enable us to recommend the most personalized treatment options for you. CBCT scans can benefit you in various ways
Custom Nightguards
Custom nightguards are the best defense against active clenching, grinding, and TMD. We only provide hypoallergenic nightguards free of methyl methacrylate and resistant to becoming yellow or discolored with age.
These nightguards are protective layers that fit snuggly on your top or bottom teeth. Custom nightguards allow you to rest assured that your teeth are protected, a more comfortable alternative to over-the-counter options that may slip around. 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 remaining questions.
Why do I need to come in more frequently for my regular cleanings?
There are many benefits to more frequent dental cleanings, and some patients’ oral health requires them. Bacteria can build up deep under the gum tissue, where they are 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 undisturbed on tooth structure. Over time, the minerals in your saliva mix with the plaque, causing it to harden into calculus. Only a dental professional can remove this buildup. Dental calculus can lead to gum disease and other oral health problems if left untreated.
What’s the most common general dentistry service?
At Baltimore Dental Co., we focus on preventive care for dental issues. Our most common services are dental cleanings and regular check-up examinations. To maintain preventative care, you should visit your dentist every six months. After this, dental fillings are the most popular. Almost everyone will experience having a cavity at some point in their lives. Over half of patients experience multiple cavities.
Should I use a manual or electric toothbrush?
It all comes down to personal preference. Both are effective options if you use them correctly. We recommend electric toothbrushes for children and those with mobility issues. Some patients can’t correctly move a manual toothbrush to clean their smile effectively. Electric toothbrushes also allow you to ensure you reach every area of your mouth effectively.
How often should I brush and floss my teeth?
Brush your teeth at least twice daily and floss at least once daily. Ideally, you should brush and floss after every meal. The quicker you remove food particles from around your smile, the less time they have to attract harmful bacteria. Brushing removes food particles and prevents plaque and tartar buildup. Dental floss gets between the teeth to dislodge food particles your toothbrush can’t reach.
Why are dental X-rays necessary?
Even with our experience, there are certain dental problems we won’t be able to notice with a normal visual examination. Cavities often hide between teeth, and an abscess or infection may be underneath the surface of your gums. X-rays allow us to see and catch these things in their early stages, even if you don’t have any symptoms. It also helps us plan future procedures, like if you’ll require wisdom tooth removal.
Schedule An Appointment With Your Local Dentist in Glyndon, MD
You can call our office at 410.220.4680 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Romay or request an appointment online today. We look forward to seeing you soon.