Gateway Dental Dr. William Swann DDS is a Bowie based family dentist practice that treats patients of all ages. We are committed to delivering the highest quality dental care and do so using advanced dental equipment. We are a cosmetic dentist that offers services like checkups, teeth cleaning, crowns, veneers and more.
Dr. Swann received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Howard University College of Dentistry. Upon graduation, he continued his postdoctoral training in a General Practice Residency at the VA Hospital in Washington, DC. He has held a professional membership in several prestigious dental organizations, such as, the American Dental Association, the National Dental Association and the Academy of General Dentistry. He is also a member of several local study clubs.
Patients of Dr. Swann fall in love with his kind, understanding and empathetic nature, while knowing they are receiving the best dental care the industry has to offer. He will give you his undivided time and attention; really listening to you about your desires, concerns and expectations regarding your treatment. This refreshing approach to dental care provides compassionate expertise, custom-tailored for you. These qualities are what keep Dr. Swann's patients referring their friends and family to him. A highly experienced and trained dentist, he has enhanced thousands of beautiful smiles with amazing results. He continues to update his knowledge and skills to ensure that his treatment is well planned and carefully executed with optimal results that can last a lifetime.
At Gateway Dental, our talented, friendly team is our greatest asset. As your dental health professionals, we want you to be confident knowing that we are a team of highly trained and skilled clinicians. We set high standards in order to achieve the best possible results for our patients. Our staff is committed to continual education and learning. We stay informed of new techniques, the latest products, and the newest equipment that a modern dental office can utilize to provide state-of-the-art dental care. Our entire team is dedicated to providing you with excellent, personalized care and service to make your visits as comfortable and pleasant as possible. Two-way communication is very important to the success of your care, so we fully explain every procedure and encourage you to ask questions.
The team at Gateway Dental Dr. William Swann DDS believe in the importance of preventative care. We focus on keeping patients in good oral health so that they can live a full, healthy, and enjoyable life that is free from oral pain. This starts by educating our patients on what they can do to stay healthy at home. In our family dentist office we recommend that patients eat a healthy diet that consists of green leafy vegetables, lean protein, nuts, dairy products, and crunchy fruits and veggies. Eating these foods along with drinking water can help to keep teeth healthy and make them stronger. By simultaneously reducing sugar intake, patients can also reduce their risk of cavities.
It is also important to brush and floss throughout the day. Instead of waiting for bedtime to brush teeth, carry a small toothbrush and use it after meals and snacks. This makes it possible to remove sugar and bacteria from the teeth and gums before it has the opportunity to turn into acid that can attack the teeth. This preventative step can greatly reduce a persons' risk of getting a cavity or gum disease. We understand the importance of taking these steps at home and will spend the time necessary to educate and inform patients so that they can stay healthy overall. Education, after all, is essential for living a long and healthy life.
Understanding the importance of these regular dental exams, the staff at Gateway Dental Dr. William Swann DDS work to make each patient extremely comfortable. This includes being welcoming and kind while performing dental treatments in a way that is painless and relaxing. Patients visit our dentist office because they trust us to do just that take care of their teeth and gums, gently. The majority of our patients are local and come from the greater Bowie area, we also see patients that are looking for gentle dental care.
Seniors, on the other hand, often struggle with gum disease and oral infections. As people age, their teeth can become weaker and infected more easily. Bone loss is incredibly common with seniors and by conducting regular dental exams, the team at Gateway Dental Dr. William Swann DDS can help seniors to have strong teeth and reduce the risk of them falling out. Since over seventy percent of U.S. adults suffer from tooth loss, preventative care is important.
A. Primary, or 'baby,' teeth are important for many reasons. Not only do they help children speak clearly and chew naturally, they also aid in forming a path that permanent teeth can follow when they are ready to come in.
A. First, rinse the irritated area with warm salt water and place a cold compress on the face if it is swollen. Give the child acetaminophen for any pain, rather than placing aspirin on the teeth or gums. Finally, see a dentist as soon as possible.
A. Sealants work by filling in the crevasses on the chewing surfaces of the teeth. This shuts out food particles that could get caught in the teeth, causing cavities. The application is fast and comfortable and can effectively protect teeth for many years.
A. Have your family dentist evaluate the fluoride level of your child's primary source of drinking water. If your child is not getting enough fluoride internally through water (especially if the fluoride level is deficient or if your child drinks bottled water without fluoride), then we may prescribe fluoride supplements.
A. Soft plastic mouthguards can be used to protect teeth, lips, cheeks and gums from sport related injuries. A custom-fitted mouthguard will protect your teeth from injuries and even provide protection from severe injuries to the head.
A. There is very little risk in dental X-rays. Family dentists are especially careful to limit the amount of radiation to which you and your family are exposed. Lead aprons and high-speed film are used to ensure safety and minimize the amount of radiation. Digital x-rays provide an even greater level of protection by using up to 90 percent less radiation.
Tooth pain is common in individuals of all ages, which makes it a top priority for family dentists to address. Every type of tooth pain is different, however, in general, it is an indicator that something else is wrong. When experiencing tooth pain, it can be helpful to become familiar with what it may mean.Tooth
Wondering whether a family dentist has any tips or tricks to get your child to brush their teeth? As a parent, it can be extremely difficult to get children to brush their teeth regularly. Thankfully, with the help of a family dentist, children can adopt new brushing habits to ensure that they maintain good oral
Are you looking for a new family dentist? Our family dentistry office is prepared for all your dental needs. The enamel is the strongest tissue in the whole body, but even this level of strength has its limits. Chipped teeth can happen when trauma occurs or even from a gradual grinding of the teeth due
As a family dentist, we are passionate about helping our patients to become as healthy as possible. This is why we recommend visiting our Bowie office for a teeth cleaning twice a year and eating a mouth-healthy diet. We also like to share information that can improve your overall health. Recently a study was conducted
Reviews
Rating 4.4 out of 5 based on 23 reviews
Sort by
newest oldest highest lowestNajah French
a year ago
This place is so unprofessional. My family and I have been patients here for over 5 years now. They haven't always been like this but they have new staff that are either rude or don't know what they're doing. Numerous times they have rescheduled my appointment because of a mistake THEY made. Today they cancelled my appointment 4 hours before hand because they said I haven't contacted them back which is a lie. Every time I contact them they don't answer or on a lunch break. When the receptionist tried to reschedule me she was acting like she was doing me a favor because she was "squeezing me in" for 2:30 appt on the 28th. Speaking of squeezing in, they will have you waiting for hours if you let them. I've had to leave before even seeing the dentist himself because they overbook SO often. I was due for a dental appointment in MAY and had to reschedule to NOVEMBER because they accidentally booked me on a day the office was closed. They really make it hard to support a black owned business but today was the last straw. I'm over it and I'm never coming back I wouldn't recommend this place to my worst enemy.
T Brown
2 years ago
I had a abscess on my gum near a back tooth that had a bad cavity, this dentist confirmed the abscess but once I got to the desk after his examination, he didn't prescribe any antibiotics nor any pain reliever. The whole time I had been going to him, the cavity was never pointed out until things got extremely bad. I finally had to go to another dentist for a consult, and they provided a antibiotic and pain reliever without me having to ask and ultimately I had the tooth pulled, all which could have been avoided had this dentist been honest with me during my routine check-ups. I don't trust many dentists at all after this. No honesty and no empathy at all.
Denise Owens
2 years ago
Dr. Swann was great with my mom. Very pleased with his care
K M Esquire
2 years ago
The staff there were very unprofessional. I made an appointment for a consultation regarding implants that I would pay for out of pocket. I confirmed when I walked in that it would be a free consultation because I planned to get 2-3 opinions before selecting someone. The staff member said yes, it's free. Then, while I'm waiting, she calls out to me and says it's going to be $75. I said we just confirmed it's a free consultation and that's what I was told on the phone. She says, "No, I have $75 written here and that's the fee." I left. I'm planning to spend $5000-$10,000 on implants. I'm not going to pay you $75 to figure out if this is the practice where I will buy them. The dentist may very well be great, but that doesn't matter if you can't get past the unprofessional front desk staff to see him.
Gayle Whitmer
3 years ago
He is a very careful, thorough, and gentle dentist. He has great staff. I would recommend him to anyone.
K M Esquire
3 years ago
The staff there were very unprofessional. I made an appointment for a consultation regarding implants that I would pay for out of pocket. I confirmed when I walked in that it would be a free consultation because I planned to get 2-3 opinions before selecting someone. The staff member said yes, it's free. Then, while I'm waiting, she calls out to me and says it's going to be $75. I said we just confirmed it's a free consultation and that's what I was told on the phone. She says, "No, I have $75 written here and that's the fee." I left. I'm planning to spend $5000-$10,000 on implants. I'm not going to pay you $75 to figure out if this is the practice where I will buy them. The dentist may very well be great, but that doesn't matter if you can't get past the unprofessional front desk staff to see him.
DEANDRA BRATCHER
3 years ago
Both my son and myself go here for routine dental care. Dr. Swan is an amazing dentist with experience, compassion, and professionalism. The staff is very warm and welcoming. We always enjoy our experience here.
Gayle Whitmer
3 years ago
He is a very careful, thorough, and gentle dentist. He has great staff. I would recommend him to anyone.
DEANDRA BRATCHER
4 years ago
Both my son and myself go here for routine dental care. Dr. Swan is an amazing dentist with experience, compassion, and professionalism. The staff is very warm and welcoming. We always enjoy our experience here.
sheisfavored
4 years ago
Just had a root canal done. Only felt a little pain when he numbed my gums with the needle, other than that Im fine. Dr. Swann and his staff are very friendly and caring. I HIGHLY recommend them. I was terrified knowing I had to have this done, but so far so good. I got my meds and I'm about to get some rest.
Wardell Harris
4 years ago
Dr. Swann and team are simply the best. I will never switch dentist. Loyal to the end. Thanks y'all
Susan Gharfeh
4 years ago
I enjoyed my experience at Gateway Dental:-) Everybody from the front desk to the dental hygienist were very pleasant!! Dr. Swann is great at what he does and you can definitely tell he loves what he does! I will definitely be returning for my routine cleaning!
sheisfavored
5 years ago
Just had a root canal done. Only felt a little pain when he numbed my gums with the needle, other than that Im fine. Dr. Swann and his staff are very friendly and caring. I HIGHLY recommend them. I was terrified knowing I had to have this done, but so far so good. I got my meds and I'm about to get some rest.
Wardell Harris
5 years ago
Dr. Swann and team are simply the best. I will never switch dentist. Loyal to the end. Thanks y'all
Susan Gharfeh
5 years ago
I enjoyed my experience at Gateway Dental:-) Everybody from the front desk to the dental hygienist were very pleasant!! Dr. Swann is great at what he does and you can definitely tell he loves what he does! I will definitely be returning for my routine cleaning!
Mary Martin
5 years ago
I live in Texas and was visiting in Maryland when a dental issue I had been complaining about in Texas for over a year and a half erupted. It appeared no one could resolve the problem in Texas. A friend referred Dr. ...
Shaketa Robinson
5 years ago
I saw Dr. Swann for the first time. He was not only a thorough dentist, but he explained the treatment that I needed. His staff was very helpful and they are not like the other dental offices where they do not check the eligibility of the ...
Mary Picco
5 years ago
Great office, great staff, great dentist !!! Highly recommended
Shaketa Robinson
6 years ago
I saw Dr. Swann for the first time. He was not only a thorough dentist, but he explained the treatment that I needed. His staff was very helpful and they are not like the other dental offices where they do not check the eligibility of the insurance co. They was able to tell me my benefits. Grant it I know that it is not the office responsibility to educate me on my insurance . But Rachel the office manager did a great job. I highly recommend the office. Go Gateway Dental ..keep up the great work.
Mary Picco
6 years ago
Great office, great staff, great dentist !!! Highly recommended
Load more