Every two years we survey hundreds of local dentists by mailing our What’s Up? Eastern Shore 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 throughout the Mid-Shore (Eastern Shore counties of Queen Anne’s, Kent, Caroline, Talbot, and Dorchester) and Anne Arundel County. 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 (note, the category Prosthodontics did not garner enough votes for inclusion). 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? Eastern Shore 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. J. Fredrick Heaton
556-B Cynwood Drive, Easton
410-822-1442
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. Scott H. Billings
Eastern Shore
brDental Care
22 Kent Towne Market, Chester
443-249-8881
Dr. Irving M. Phillips, Jr.
Dental Choice
503-A Dutchmans Lane, Easton
410-822-4310
Dr. James C. Pochron
Chesapeake Dental
116 South Piney Road, Ste. 202, Chester
410-643-4700
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. Alvan Holston
Easton Maryland Dental
5 Caulk Lane, Easton
410-822-4106
Dr. Scott H. Billings
Eastern Shore
brDental Care
22 Kent Towne
brMarket, Chester
443-249-8881
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. Borek L. Hlousek
Oral Surgery Specialists
101 St. Claire Place, Stevensville
410-643-9730
Dr. Harry Y. Canter, Jr.
Dr. Harry Y. Canter, Jr.
556-C Cynwood Drive, Easton
410-822-1183
Oral & Maxillofacial Radiology
This specialty is concerned with performance and interpretation of diagnostic imaging used for examining the craniofacial, dental, and adjacent structures.
Dr. Borek L. Hlousek
Oral Surgery Specialists
101 St. Claire Place, Stevensville
410-643-9730
Dr. Horace K. Wood
Horace K. Wood, DMD Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
556-C Cynwood Drive, Easton
410-770-3130
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. Borek L. Hlousek
Oral Surgery Specialists
101 St. Claire Place, Stevensville
410-643-9730
Dr. Cornelius J. Sullivan
Oral Surgery Specialists
101 St. Claire Place, Stevensville
410-643-9730
Dr. Clifford S. Walzer
Oral Surgery Specialists
101 St. Claire Place, Stevensville
410-643-9730
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
101 St. Claire Place, Ste. 104, Stevensville
443-249-7891
Dr. Erik Higginbottom
Higginbottom Orthodontics
503-C Dutchmans Lane, Easton
410-822-3626
Dr. Kyle Higginbottom
Higginbottom Orthodontics
503-C Dutchmans Lane, Easton
410-822-3626
Dr. Philip Philbin
Philbin & Reinheimer Orthodontics
101 St. Claire Place, Ste. 104, Stevensville
443-249-7891
Dr. John W. Serino
Serino Orthodontics
538 Cynwood Dr., Ste. 1, Easton
410-822-9411
Dr. Mary C. Trahar
Smiles by the Bay
160 Sallitt Drive, Ste. 104, Stevensville
410-280-2484
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. Margaret C. McGrath
Kent Island Pediatric Dentistry
160 Sallitt Drive, Ste. 106, Stevensville
410-604-2211
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. John V. Louis
John V. Louis, DMD, LLC Center for Specialized Dentistry
218 Bay Street, Easton
410-774-5582
