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As your Bowie dentist, I answer a large number of questions during regular dental checkups and exams. I am happy to answer any questions a patient has since the answers can help fuel the patient's interest in oral health. The more you know about your teeth and gums, the easier it will be to keep…

When you visit our Bowie dentist office for a childrens dental cleaning, we will remove the plaque and tartar on your child's teeth, but that is only the start. The cleanings are incredibly important because it allows us to remove the plaque and tartar that have built up on their teeth, in an effort to…

We provide dental veneers in Bowie for patients that want to change the appearance of their teeth.  Dental or porcelain veneers are thin pieces of porcelain that can correct minor defects with one's teeth. Veneers are an extremely versatile solution for any number of corrections. Because the porcelain is so fine, it takes on many…

As a dentist in Bowie, one of the things you will hear from us on your visit is a reminder that you need to come in on a regular basis. When you come in on a regular basis, we are able to do far more for your teeth, especially when it comes to preventing conditions…

As a Bowie dentist, we answer a lot of questions about how to keep teeth healthy.  Patients  ask about risk factors and what they need to avoid in order to prevent teeth infection.  One of the common risk factors is acid reflux.  Many patients are unaware that acid reflux can directly impact the health of…

As a Bowie dentist office, we find that many adults make the mistake of visiting the dentist less frequently after retiring.  Perhaps it is the change in daily routine, but many retirees do not have their teeth examined or cleaned as often as they should.  This is unfortunate because oral health plays an important role…

When you visit our Bowie dentist office, the one thing that you will be sure to hear about is the importance of having regularly scheduled appointments right here at the dentist office. Over the last several years, we have observed an alarming trend, nationally, with fewer people coming in to see their dentist on a…

When you visit our Bowie office for a dental cleaning and examinations, you can be confident that you are in good hands. Our skilled team is dedicated to ensuring that each of our patients has excellent oral health. We are also committed to providing dental care in a comfortable and gentle way. As such, you…

Dental sealants are recommended for children at Gateway Dental Dr. William Swann DDS to protect teeth from decay. Tooth decay, dental caries, and cavities are all synonymous for irreversible damage to the natural tooth. Teeth can be repaired when they have decay, but the part of the tooth that was lost cannot be recovered. According…

We can provide you with teeth whitening in Bowie.  If you want to improve the appearance of your smile, this is an excellent way to do so because it is fast and non-invasive.  Teeth whitening is one of our most popular solutions since it produces a dramatic impact with minimal cost.  In fact, teeth whitening…

We are often asked how a dental bridge compares with other cosmetic solutions for replacing teeth. Typically when you have experienced tooth loss, there are three main options you can select from for replacing the missing tooth or teeth. You can wear dentures, have a dental bridge placed, or dental implants surgery. The options can…

Getting new dentures, partial or full, are a way for many people to get back the full functionality of their mouth. A denture consists of replacement teeth which are attached to a plastic gum-colored, or traditionally pink, base. The dentist will examine you and help you decide what kind of attachments best suit your needs.…