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Explore dental expertise at Cornerstone Dentistry through our informative blog posts.

Perfecting Your Smile: How Veneers Address Malocclusions Effectively

2023-11-14T00:29:59-05:00

A radiant smile is not just about aesthetics; it's a powerful expression of self-confidence and well-being. However, achieving that perfect smile isn't always straightforward, especially when malocclusions - the misalignment of teeth and jaws - come into play.  Fortunately, modern dentistry offers a remarkable solution in the form of veneers. At Cornerstone Dentistry, we understand [...]

Perfecting Your Smile: How Veneers Address Malocclusions Effectively2023-11-14T00:29:59-05:00

Cosmetic Dentistry for Seniors: Enhancing Dental Aesthetics at Any Age

2023-11-07T21:56:42-05:00

As you age, teeth can become discolored, chipped, or even lost, impacting self-confidence and quality of life. But here's the good news: growing older doesn't mean you have to say goodbye to a radiant smile.  With the advancements in cosmetic dentistry, it's now possible to enhance dental aesthetics at any age, ensuring you can flash [...]

Cosmetic Dentistry for Seniors: Enhancing Dental Aesthetics at Any Age2023-11-07T21:56:42-05:00

Dental Bonding for Chipped Teeth: Restoring Aesthetics and Functionality

2023-10-23T21:35:14-04:00

A confident smile can do wonders for your self-esteem and overall well-being. However, chipped or damaged teeth can make you self-conscious, affecting not only your appearance but also your ability to bite and chew properly. Fortunately, at Cornerstone Dentistry, we offer a simple yet highly effective solution to restore both the aesthetics and functionality of [...]

Dental Bonding for Chipped Teeth: Restoring Aesthetics and Functionality2023-10-23T21:35:14-04:00

Malocclusion: Sometimes It Bites

2023-12-02T00:52:53-05:00

Malocclusion is the dental term for misaligned teeth, a common condition affecting about 200,000 people in the United States every year. Many seek cosmetic solutions to feel better about their smiles, but there are also negative health consequences including pain and discomfort that result from improperly aligned teeth. The most severe cases may require [...]

Malocclusion: Sometimes It Bites2023-12-02T00:52:53-05:00

Adult Braces: What to Expect at Your First Appointment

2023-10-23T21:43:42-04:00

Orthodontics Aren’t Just Kid Stuff The use of orthodontic appliances to improve smiles isn’t just for kids and teens anymore. According to the Academy of General Dentistry, about one million Americans and Canadians over the age of 18 wear braces or aligners, and the use of adult orthodontics rose 24 percent between 1989 and 2008. [...]

Adult Braces: What to Expect at Your First Appointment2023-10-23T21:43:42-04:00

Six Months to a Straighter Smile

2023-10-23T21:44:01-04:00

Six Month Smiles® is a short-term orthodontic treatment that adds some updated twists to traditional braces—with average treatment times of only six months! No one loves the way metal wires and brackets look, and for teens and adults who are concerned about the appearance of their smile during orthodontic treatment, the clear brackets and tooth-colored [...]

Six Months to a Straighter Smile2023-10-23T21:44:01-04:00

Finding Your Oasis: Food & Drinks for Dry Mouth

2023-12-02T00:57:16-05:00

Xerostomia is the technical term for dry mouth, the condition that results from absent or reduced saliva flow. It is not a disease on its own, but it may be a side effect of medication or radiation treatments.  Xerostomia affects about 20% of the elderly population—not because of their age, but due to the [...]

Finding Your Oasis: Food & Drinks for Dry Mouth2023-12-02T00:57:16-05:00

Is It Time for Braces Already?

2023-10-23T21:44:55-04:00

These days, people of all ages receive orthodontic treatment, but many of us still associate braces with the awkward and angsty pre-teen and teen years. While some kids are excited about braces because they know some “cool” teenagers who have them, others may worry about how braces might look or feel. Mom and Dad are [...]

Is It Time for Braces Already?2023-10-23T21:44:55-04:00

Dental Implants: A Brief History of Tooth Replacement Innovation

2023-10-23T21:45:52-04:00

Today’s dental implants boast a long-term success rate of near 97%. Because implants support surrounding teeth, encourage new tissue growth and continued bone formation, and give patients back full chewing ability and a complete smile, they have become the industry standard for tooth replacement. Today, your Anderson dentists, Dr. Hardy & Dr. Wilson at Cornerstone [...]

Dental Implants: A Brief History of Tooth Replacement Innovation2023-10-23T21:45:52-04:00

“Buy-Up” Dental Insurance: A Little Extra Protection

2023-10-23T21:46:11-04:00

What is “Buy-Up” Dental Insurance? “Buy-up” dental insurance allows enrollees with group insurance to “buy-up” to more generous benefits by paying higher monthly premiums and receiving more comprehensive dental coverage in return. The differences between “regular” and “buy-up” dental coverages are easy to pinpoint when benefit summaries of the plans are viewed side by side: [...]

“Buy-Up” Dental Insurance: A Little Extra Protection2023-10-23T21:46:11-04:00
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