Every two years, we survey hundreds of local dentists by mailing our What’s Up? Anne Arundel County Biennial Top Dentists Peer Review Survey. And lucky for you, our readers, many of these dentists let us know exactly who they trust with their own oral health care needs.
In the spring, we mailed a survey package to all dentists practicing in Anne Arundel County and throughout the Mid-Shore (Eastern Shore counties of Queen Anne’s, Kent, Caroline, Talbot, and Dorchester). We asked, “If you needed to recommend a dentist (other than yourself) to a friend or loved one, which dentist(s) would you recommend in the following specialties?” We then listed 10 areas of dental specialty (Endodontics, General Dentistry, General Dentistry—Cosmetic, Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Orthodontics, Pediatric Dentistry, Periodontics, and Prosthodontics). Dentists could vote for up to three candidates per specialty. Only original survey forms would be counted.
The healthy response was impressive and gratifying. Judging by the number of votes cast and the number of dentists nominated, we are fortunate to have so many well-respected dentists practicing in the Chesapeake region. We want to thank the many dentists who took the time to fill in all the categories.
Please note that these results represent those individuals who clearly received the most substantial number of votes, not everyone who received a vote. Some categories elicited more voting activity than others—and that is reflected in the higher number of winners in some specialties. The first dentist listed under each category is the leading vote-getter, proceeded by dentists listed in alphabetical order by last name. They are all Top Dentists.
We like to think of this issue of What’s Up? Annapolis as a “real keeper”—literally. It contains the sort of resource information we are so dedicated to providing to our readers. Keep them handy with your What’s Up? Top Docs and What’s Up? Leading Lawyers issues for easy reference anytime you need professional assistance.—James Houck
Endodontics
Dental specialty dealing with diseases of the tooth root, dental pulp, and surrounding tissues. Root canal procedures are commonly performed by endodontists in order to alleviate pain and to save the tooth.
Dr. Louis H. Berman
Annapolis Endodontics
200 Westgate Circle, Ste. 104, Annapolis
410-268-4770
Dr. Charles P. Herbert
Endodontics, P.A.
888 Bestgate Road, Ste. 220, Annapolis
410-224-6150
Dr. Quinton W.
brMiner, Jr.
Annapolis Endodontics
200 Westgate Circle, Ste. 104, Annapolis
410-268-4770
General Dentistry
A general dentist caters to a wide variety of dental health concerns for patients of all ages by preventing and/or treating both straightforward and complex conditions.
Dr. Dennis M. Cherry
Cherry Family Dental
900 Ritchie Highway, Ste. 204, Severna Park
410-793-5802
Dr. Meredith Esposito
Chesapeake Dental Arts
1509 Ritchie Highway, Arnold
410-757-6200
Dr. Scott Finlay
Scott Finlay DDS & Associates
1460 Ritchie Highway, Ste. 203, Arnold
410-989-7132
Dr. Todd E. Patton
Patton Smiles
104 Forbes Street,
brSte. 204, Annapolis
410-295-1000
Dr. Oneal F. Russell
Oneal F. Russell, DDS
166 Defense Highway, Ste. 201, Annapolis
410-263-4300
Dr. Edward Vesely
Lee, Bonfiglio, Vesely & Associates
1606 Forest Drive, Annapolis
410-989-8298
General Dentistry (Cosmetic)
This specialty concentrates on improving the appearance of a person’s teeth, mouth, and smile. This may involve restorative work, treatment of the gums, realignment of the bite, and creation of prostheses.
Dr. Scott Finlay
Scott Finlay DDS & Associates
1460 Ritchie Highway, Ste. 203, Arnold
410-989-7132
Dr. Oneal F. Russell
Oneal F. Russell, DDS
166 Defense Highway, Ste. 201, Annapolis
410-263-4300
Dr. Edward Vesely
Lee, Bonfiglio,
brVesely & Associates
1606 Forest Drive, Annapolis
410-989-8298
Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology
This specialty is concerned with diagnosis and study of the causes and effects of diseases of the mouth, jaws, and related structures, such as salivary glands, temporomandibular joints, facial muscles, and perioral skin (the skin around the mouth).
Dr. Clifford S. Walzer
Oral Surgery Specialists
275 West Street,
brSte. 100, Annapolis
410-268-7790
Dr. Ziad E. Batrouni
Maryland Oral Surgery Associates
128 Lubrano Drive,
brSte. 300, Annapolis
410-897-0111
Dr. Borek L. Hlousek
Oral Surgery Specialists
275 West Street,
brSte. 100, Annapolis
410-268-7790
Dr. Cornelius J. Sullivan
Oral Surgery Specialists
275 West Street,
brSte. 100, Annapolis
410-268-7790
Dr. Edward Zebovitz
Edward Zebovitz, D.D.S.
4311 Northview Drive, Bowie
301-352-6311
Oral & Maxillofacial Radiology
This specialty is concerned with performance and interpretation of diagnostic imaging used for examining the craniofacial, dental, and adjacent structures.
Dr. Cornelius J. Sullivan
Oral Surgery Specialists
275 West Street,
brSte. 100, Annapolis
410-268-7790
Dr. Ziad E. Batrouni
Maryland Oral Surgery Associates
128 Lubrano Drive,
brSte. 300, Annapolis
410-897-0111
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
This specialty deals with the diagnosis and surgical treatment of diseases, injuries, and defects of the teeth, mouth, and face. Procedures range from removal of wisdom teeth to surgical treatment of facial trauma.
Dr. Ziad E. Batrouni
Maryland Oral Surgery Associates
128 Lubrano Drive,
brSte. 300, Annapolis
410-897-0111
Dr. Borek L. Hlousek
Oral Surgery Specialists
275 West Street,
brSte. 100, Annapolis
410-268-7790
Dr. Cornelius J. Sullivan
Oral Surgery Specialists
275 West Street,
brSte. 100, Annapolis
410-268-7790
Dr. Clifford S. Walzer
Oral Surgery Specialists
275 West Street,
brSte. 100, Annapolis
410-268-7790
Orthodontics
This specialty deals with the diagnosis, prevention, and correction of improperly aligned teeth and abnormal jaw structures. Treatment can be for functional and/or aesthetic reasons.
Dr. Ora Reinheimer
Philbin & Reinheimer Orthodontics
802 Bestgate Road, Ste. B, Annapolis
410-934-0520
Dr. John A. Benkovich, III
Benkovich Orthodontics
1616 Forest Drive,
brSte. 7, Annapolis
410-268-1700
Dr. Stephen Labbe
Labbe Family Orthodontics
114 Forbes Street, Annapolis
410-267-7300
Dr. Mairead M. O’Reilly
Dr. Mairead M. O’Reilly & Associates
888 Bestgate Road,
brSte. 301, Annapolis
410-266-0025
Dr. Philip Philbin
Philbin & Reinheimer Orthodontics
802 Bestgate Road, Ste. B, Annapolis
410-934-0520
Pediatric Dentistry
This is an age-defined specialty that provides primary and comprehensive preventive and therapeutic oral health care for infants and children through adolescence.
Dr. Michelle M. Decere
Pediatric Dental Specialists
1507 Ritchie Highway, Ste. 201, Arnold
410-757-5437
Dr. Gregg T. Behling
Pediatric Dental Specialists
1507 Ritchie Highway, Ste. 201, Arnold
410-757-5437
Dr. Tyson Bross
Collins, Bross & Associates
129 Lubrano Drive,
brSte. 300, Annapolis
410-224-0018
Dr. Beverly A. Jimenez
Annapolis Pediatric
brDentistry
41 Old Solomons Island Road, Ste. 103, Annapolis
410-573-0691
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Dr. CJ Tull, III
Pediatric Dental
brSpecialists
1507 Ritchie Highway, Ste. 201, Arnold
410-757-5437
Dr. Maya A. Vernon
Vernon Pediatric Dentistry
900 Ritchie Highway,
brSte. 101, Severna Park
410-544-4888
Periodontics
This specialty deals with the tissue that supports and surrounds the teeth—including gums, jaw and roots. This effort often includes salvaging the teeth and jawbone from gum disease.
Dr. Angela Miele
Annapolis Periodontics
2448 Holly Avenue,
brSte. 202, Annapolis
410-224-0500
Dr. David A. Mugford
The Mugford Center
1660 Village Green, Crofton
410-260-0790
Dr. Deborah Odell
Annapolis Periodontics
2448 Holly Avenue,
brSte. 202, Annapolis
410-224-0500
Prosthodontics
This specialty centers on the function, comfort, and health of patients with missing or deficient teeth caused by congenital disorders and those caused by trauma or decay. Treatment may involve the creation of dentures, crowns, and/or dental implants.
Dr. John Davliakos
Annapolis Prothodontic Associates
200 Westgate Circle, Ste. 106, Annapolis
410-268-7100
Dr. Arezoo A. Bahar
Annapolis Prothodontic Associates
200 Westgate Circle, Ste. 106, Annapolis
410-268-7100
Dr. Robert Cook
Annapolis Prothodontic Associates
200 Westgate Circle, Ste. 106, Annapolis
410-268-7100
