Maintain Your Dental Health Through The Holidays
The holidays are full of busy days, parties, family memories, and lots of great sweets and goodies that can affect not only our waistline! Columbia, MD Dentist Dr. Ray Becker offers holiday wishes to all patients, as well as a few quick tips for keeping your smile healthy while enjoying
TMJ: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment Options
Are You Suffering with Frequent Headaches? How about jaw pain? Difficulty chewing? You may have a Temporomandibular disorder (TMD), or bite disorder, commonly called TMJ. TMJ, which means temporomandibular joint, is a dental health condition where the chewing muscles within the mouth are greatly affected in functionality. These are located
How to Deal with Bad Breath
Fight Bad Breath with Fresh Breath! Bad breath, also known as halitosis, is a common complaint and can be caused by a variety of lifestyle habits or health concerns. Dr. Ray Becker understands your personal concerns and will take the time during your visit to our Columbia, MD office to
Back to School Cavity Prevention
Cavity Prevention in Children As parents, the end of summer marks the beginning of back-to-school preparation. This includes school supply shopping, summer reading, and visits with your child’s doctor and dentist to ensure that he or she is healthy for the upcoming school year. While a visit to the dentist
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Howard County Smiles is a Columbia family dental office serving patients from Columbia, MD and many surrounding communities. Our patients appreciate the comprehensive dental care that we offer, treating everything from tooth decay to complex bite problems affecting daily life. Dr. Ray Becker has over 25 years of training and
Is Invisalign the Solution For Your Smile?
Get the Straighter Smile You Deserve Getting straighter teeth and improving your dental health with orthodontic treatment has never been easier. With Invisalign, you can now achieve a straighter, more beautiful smile without the common discomforts and hassle associated with traditional metal braces. Invisalign is great for people who can
Tooth Bonding or Porcelain Veneers?
The Choice is Yours: Bonding or Veneers for a Perfect Smile. Do you have damaged, stained or misshapen teeth? Although these common concerns may be considered cosmetic, they can also impact your dental health and should be addressed by Dr. Becker in our Columbia dentist office. There are typically two
Solving Bite Disorders With Dental Technology
Howard County dentist Dr. Ray Becker has recently published a chapter in the “Handbook of Research on Computerized Occlusal Analysis Technology Applications in Dental Medicine”, by Robert B. Keratin, D.M.D. Dr. Becker is both nationally and internationally recognized as a pioneer in the field of bite disorder treatment, including the
Sleep Your Way to Better Health
Do you or your partner snore, wake up feeling groggy or with a dry throat? These are just a few of the common signs of a sleep disorder that can also be a threat to your health: Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). Howard County dentist Dr. Ray Becker offers alternatives for
