Diagnostic

• Dental Examination
  Tired of running around from dentist to dentist for your family’s care? Well, those days are over! At Byrd Dental, we can meet just about all of your family’s dental needs under one roof. From routine cleanings and exams to more complex treatments, there is little we don’t do. We make it easy for families to visit us.

Preventive

• Teeth Cleaning
  A dental cleaning is a professional cleaning you receive from your dental hygienist and is usually completed in less than 30 minutes. Cleanings should be performed every six months to prevent excessive plaque buildup. Plaque left untreated can lead to unhealthy gums and tooth decay. A routine dental cleaning should include scaling, root planing and polishing.
• Dental Sealants
  Sealants are a common preventive treatment in dentistry. Some teeth have fine grooves or pits that accumulate plaque, not because the person doesn't brush, but because the grooves are too narrow to allow even one bristle into them. When plaque accumulates, it can lead to cavities and other types of tooth decay. To apply sealants, a plastic material is brushed onto the tooth, filling these narrow grooves and preventing the cavity-causing buildup. Sealants make healthy teeth possible.

Restorative

• Fillings
  Bonding can also be used in place of regular amalgam fillings. Many patients prefer bonded fillings, because the white color is much less noticeable than the silver of the amalgam fillings. Bonding fillings can be used on front and back teeth, depending on the location and extent of tooth decay.
• Resin Composite
  The direct technique usually involves placing composite resin on the outside of the tooth using bonding. Because of that, the direct technique is usually referred to as bonding.
• Veneers
  Bonding is less expensive than other cosmetic treatments and can usually be completed in one visit to our office. However, bonding can stain and breaks more easily than other cosmetic treatments like porcelain veneers.
• Crowns
  With Byrd Dental's in-house premier dental coverage, you will get a discounted fee schedule for most services, only good at Byrd Dental. You save on everything from cleanings and fillings to cosmetic precedures and crowns. To enroll, simply call us or stop in one of our offices for more details.
• Bridges
  Over time smiles can take a real beating. Whether you have experienced damaged, stained or missing teeth, we offer high-quality dental restoration services, including dental implants, teeth whitening, crowns and bridges, that will restore function and beauty to your smile.
• Dental Bonding
• Restorative Dentistry
  Restorative dentistry is the study, diagnosis and integrated management of diseases of the teeth and their supporting structures and the rehabilitation of the dentition to functional and aesthetic requirements of the individual.

Endodontics

• Root Canal Treatment
  Root canal treatment, also referred to as root canal therapy or endodontic therapy, is used to save an infected or damaged tooth and avoid having it removed. A root canal becomes necessary when a neglected cavity reaches all the way to the pulp at the center of the tooth, causing the pulp to become infected. Regular cleanings and checkups detect and prevent problems early on.

Periodontics

• Deep Cleaning
  Periodontal treatment typically involves containing the infection through a deep cleaning like scaling and root planing, clearing buildup at the root of the teeth. We may also suggest specific toothpastes and mouth rinses or prescribe antibiotics to fight infections. Surgery is required for the most severe cases.

Prosthodontics

• Dentures
  A denture is a removable replacement for missing teeth and surrounding tissues. There are two types of dentures available: partial dentures and complete dentures. Partial dentures are used when some natural teeth remain and complete dentures are used to replace all teeth. Dentures are made to resemble your natural teeth, so there should be no noticeable change to appearance. In fact, dentures may even

Implants

• Dental Implants
  There are many factors that can influence the success, comfort, result and aesthetics of your dental implant.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

• Oral Surgery
  Dental implants are an oral surgery procedure that typically require multiple visits to the dentist. The implant process involves removal of the damaged tooth, preparation of the jawbone, and placement of the implant, abutment and artificial tooth with healing time in between. Knowing what to expect for each procedure is paramount to your comfort and confidence, and our team will explain the entire timeline before treatment begins.
• Tooth Extractions
  A wisdom tooth extraction is a relatively routine procedure. The dentist will numb the area in the mouth with a local anesthesia or use IV sedation so that the patient is asleep during the procedure.

Orthodontics

• Orthodontics
  Orthodontics is the art of using special appliances to straighten and align the teeth and bite. Braces are the most common orthodontic treatment. In this method, arch wires are threaded through brackets that are bonded to the surface of the teeth. The arch wires act as a track, and guide each tooth to its proper position. There are several types of orthodontic braces available, including the more traditional metal braces, ceramic "tooth colored" braces, as well as clear plastic braces.
• Invisalign Orthodontics
  The Invisalign system begins in the dentist or orthodontist’s office with taking molds to design customized trays. Patients switch trays every two weeks to gradually shift the teeth. The system requires a visit to the office every six weeks so that treatment can be monitored. Once treatment is complete, a patient will likely be given a retainer to maintain the straight smile.
• Braces
  Invisalign is an attractive alternative to traditional metal braces. It is a series of clear, custom-fit removable mouth trays that apply a controlled amount of force to the teeth to slowly straighten them. The system provides the same beautiful results as traditional braces but is are virtually invisible. Because Invisalign trays are removable, they can be taken out while eating, drinking, brushing and flossing.

General

• Teeth Whitening
  Who doesn’t want a brighter smile? Are you embarrassed by stains? Are you simply hoping to restore your smile’s brilliance? No matter your reasoning, it’s widely known that a beautiful smile can mean everything for your confidence and the impression you make. You deserve to be proud of the way you look. Today’s technologies provide a wide variety of whitening options to fit every need and every budget. Our practice offers the following options...
• Cosmetic Dentistry
  Dr. Byrd is a dedicated doctor who pays extraordinary attention to detail and will ensure that he provides only the best results for you. Dr. Byrd was trained at the prestigious Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in San Francisco, and has additional specialty training in implant dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, endodontics, conscious oral sedation, and orthodontics. He can restore dental implants with complete restoration and placement in-office and does so with high-quality results that look and feel natural.
• General Dentistry
  Dr. Whitney Law is thrilled to be a member of the Byrd Dental team. Originally from Clarksburg, Maryland, she attended University of Maryland, College Park where she received her Bachelor's degree in Biology and enjoyed cheering for the Terrapins! She then earned her DDS degree from University of Maryland School of Dentistry. During dental school, Dr. Law was a member of the Gamma Pi Delta Prosthodontic Honor Society, The Academy of General Dentistry, and American Association of Women's Dentistry. Following graduation, Dr. Law completed a residency program at the Baltimore Veterans Affair Dental Clinic where she trained with specialists in nearly every aspect of dentistry. Dr. Law is an active member of the American Academy of Facial Esthetics and performs many cosmetic procedures, including Botox and dermal fillers!