18709 Crestwood Drive
Hagerstown, MD 21742
With the half-life of dental knowledge approaching 3 years (meaning that
one-half of what we know and use today will be obsolete in 3 years),
the day of the super dentist is rapidly fading. To maintain the high
levels of proficiency demanded by our patients requires that we become
highly skilled at some procedures and use the services of specialists
for others.
The uniqueness of our practice lies in the fact that we approach the treatment
of the mouth as a total system and not on a tooth by tooth basis (“tooth-dentistry”)
as is so common today. The care of the teeth cannot be separated from the health
of the gums and bone around the teeth, the muscles of the head and neck, and
the jaw joints.
To achieve the harmony in our mouths that most of us want, we will do procedures
such as crowns and bridges (both on teeth and implants), inlays, onlays, and
partial dentures. We do numerous cosmetic procedures, provided they are part
of pre-serving the health and function of the entire system. The choices available
to you in the area of cosmetics and the possibilities for having a beautiful,
natural smile are tremendous.
Our basic philosophy is to use the longest lasting materials that preserve the
most natural tooth structure; where appropriate, we may use natural-colored restoration.
Comprehensive dentistry begins with the end result in mind.
iTero Impressionless Cavity
Scanning System
- Digital impression system
- Takes a highly accurate digital impression for your crown or bridge area
- Eliminates the uncomfortable tray and putty impression
- Almost guarantees a perfect fit for your new crown or bridge
DIAGNOdent Laser
Cavity Finder
- Aids in the detection of cavities
- Can detect small lesions early to help protect and preserve tooth substance.
- Ideal for detecting suspicious areas that may need further examination.
- No scratching probe, so examination is painless.
DEXIS Digital X-ray System
- Reduced exposure to radiation
- Less waiting time
- Shorter appointments
- Involved in co-diagnosis
- Better understanding of treatment
Ivisalign clear
orthodontic system
- Straightens teeth
- Healthier gums
- Easier cleanings
- Improves chewing & speech
- Decreases risk of abnormal wear or dental trauma
