Think counterfeiting is limited to high end consumer products? Think again! Just as pharmacies have long faced the threat of counterfeit prescription drugs, the dental community is also fighting against counterfeit products. Commonly referred to as the “gray market”, many…
Have you ever wondered if you were getting the best cleaning possible when you visit the dental hygienist? Here are a few things to look for the next time you go in for your cleaning to ensure you are getting…
September has arrived and before you know it Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s will be here. If your dental insurance plan is on a calendar year, here are 5 good reasons you should make an appointment at the dentist…
When I was a kid, we were lucky if we got 50 cents per tooth from the Tooth Fairy. Do you know what the average payment is these days? $4.66 per tooth. If you haven’t guessed it, payments from the…
Are you feeling a sharp pain in one of your teeth when you bite down or when you eat or drink something? Your first thought might be, “Oh, great, a cavity,” but if the pain disappears quickly or seems to…
We get it—a trip to the dentist is no picnic. But a routine dental visit can go from just another chore on your list to an absolute nightmare if you get subpar service. But how can you tell whether you’re…
Step 1: Don’t try to yank it out! When your kid comes to you with a loose tooth, your first instinct might be to try to pull it out. But jokes about tying teeth to doors or grabbing the pliers…
Those red, white, and blue cupcakes you saw on Pinterest are perfect for your July 4th party! Unfortunately, they’re not so good for your teeth. The sugar in those cupcakes—especially in that delicious creamy frosting—will cling to your teeth, forming…
Warm weather is finally here—and you know what that means! It’s time for a spring scrubbin’! But we’re not talking about your car or your kitchen floor. We’re talking about your teeth! While spring is an ideal time to make…
At Cornerstone Dental, we aim to make dental care as easy and painless as possible for each and every patient we see. We firmly believe that patient comfort and convenience are essential for a smooth dental appointment. While our dedicated…