Looking back on the past year and having the holiday season upon us, it’s not surprising that some of you may be waking in the morning with a sore jaw due to teeth grinding at night. Many patients are unaware this is happening unless a sleepless partner hears the noise or it’s diagnosed by aRead more
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November is National Diabetes Awareness Month. As COVID-19 continues to rise, people with underlying health conditions are most at risk to be severely impacted by the virus. Since November is Diabetes month and people with diabetes fall into a higher-risk category, I find it important to share the most recent research provided this month byRead more
If your dental insurance plan is like the majority of Americans, you may be at risk of losing benefits you have already paid for at the end of the year. It’s very important that you understand the key components of your insurance so you can make the most of it. Below are a few questionsRead more
Do you feel self-conscious about your smile and have problems eating because of your missing teeth? A dental implant is a tooth replacement solution that can change your life for the better. Here are just four of the many reasons to consider dental implants: 1. Dental Implants Look Like Real Teeth A dental implant looksRead more
As we have re-opened our practice after the COVID-19 stay at home orders, I want to inform you and assure you of the additional procedures and precautions we are taking to keep you safe and healthy. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) We will look different than the last time you visited us. We willRead more
Whether you wear metal braces, ceramic braces or lingual braces, you need to know how to best care for your teeth during orthodontic treatment. If you take care of your braces properly, it will make them much more comfortable and effective, meaning you’re a step closer to the perfect smile each day! What can youRead more
To all of our CornerStone Dental family: As all of you are keenly aware, we are certainly in unprecedented times. Although delaying your dental visit is something we always caution against, COVID-19 has left us with no choice but to postpone routine and non-emergency appointments. Your health and safety, and that of yourRead more
February is National Children’s Oral Health Month! To celebrate, let’s explore when a child should start visiting our office. Ideally, the best time to start visiting the dentist is when your child’s first baby teeth start to erupt. This first visit is all about familiarization – not actual treatment. It’s OK to bringRead more
Once you’ve scheduled the surgery, you may wonder what to eat after a tooth extraction. And as you might expect, soft foods are ideal during the first few days of recovery. What are good choices? 1. Eat: Ice Cream – Unless you have particularly sensitive teeth, ice cream tops of the list of what to eatRead more
Whether due to an injury, deterioration, or gum disease, it can be distressing to lose a tooth. If you’ve lost a tooth, especially one that’s not visible to others when you speak or smile, you may be thinking that you can pass by not replacing it. Surely, it will feel weird and uncomfortable for aRead more
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