In today’s William J. Stewart Jr. DDS Advanced Family & Cosmetic Dentistry blog we will discuss how pregnancy impacts oral dental health in San Antonio. At William J. Stewart Jr. DDS Advanced Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, we would like all expectant Texas mothers to realize the importance of good oral hygiene during pregnancy. Because of …
Grappling with yellowed, discolored, stained, or even multi-colored teeth in the Shavano Park area? Teeth whitening might be the answer you’ve been looking for. These irregularities are usually easy to repair, reverse or bypass with a quick smart smile makeover! Everyone wants a winning perfect smile in Shavano Park, so why not get one yourself. A …
When you are devoted to reaching a goal, the difference between success and failure often comes down to whether or not you follow a plan. A sporadic effort to fix your teeth is almost never the best option. Don’t wait till the last minute. Do you have a goal to improve your smile? Perhaps you …
There are many simple things we all can do do improve our dental health and hygiene. One is to see William J. Stewart DDS in San Antonio for a cleaning and checkup every six months. Another thing involves bacteria, and everyone’s mouth has a lot of it. But, don’t worry, bacteria per se isn’t the …
Floss picks, or regular floss? Is one better than the other? While it’s better to use a floss pick than to not floss at all, floss picks can only clean a part of the tooth’s surface, and that may not bode well for your dental hygiene. Here in San Antonio, William J. Stewart Jr. DDS …
People that suffer from dental phobia (Dentophobia) may take comfort in the fact that it is a fairly common diagnosable mental condition. At least they know they are not alone and that the medical community takes it seriously. Phobias like Pteromerhanophobia: (the fear of flying) and Acrophobibia (the fear of heights) can be difficult, but …
Even if you value a healthy smile, it’s easy to become somewhat lax about smile-friendly lifestyle choices. In today’s article, our goal is for you to scrutinize where you stand and consider whether you could step it up a notch. Committing to oral health best practices can prevent future problems and support your quality of …
Dental Checkups Are Not Just About Cavities At William J. Stewart Jr. DDS Advanced Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, we urge people to come in twice a year for a dental examination and cleaning. If you avoid semiannual dental checkups because you don’t believe you have any dental caries, perhaps getting an oral cancer screening is a more …
Though thin and partially translucent, tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the body and has the vital job of preserving teeth from constant use and the continual assault of chemicals in food and drink. Enamel also protects tooth nerves from hot and cold food and beverages. That’s why enamel loss often causes tooth sensitivity. …
1. Protect Your Gums It’s not only extreme tooth decay that can damage a tooth until it is beyond saving. Gum disease that leads to bone loss is just as detrimental. Gum disease is caused by a buildup of plaque that creates pockets of infection between the gums and tooth roots. This leads to periodontitis, …
