Dr. Wright takes a deep dive into some of the most talked about dental services. For more information, we encourage everyone to call us at 304.267.6059
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…
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…
Have you lost a filling in one of your teeth? Step one: don’t panic! Step two: contact your dentist immediately, and ask for an appointment as soon as possible. At Cornerstone Dental, we’re fully equipped to handle a wide range…
When our patients come to us for a brighter, whiter smile, we typically recommend a simple teeth whitening treatment. But what if the discolorations on your teeth aren’t dark stains from coffee or tea, but white spots that don’t…
Losing your sense of taste can be devastating. Imagine taking a bite of your favorite food and not being able to enjoy all those nuances of flavor you love so much.
Problems with your sense of taste are known as…
“I’m afraid that I will be shamed or judged by the dentist.”
You are a patient and you have the right to not be judged, no matter the state of your oral health. As a health care provider, Dr. Wright…
In early August 2016, a trending study hit the ground and quickly became prime time coverage across every news, blog, vlog and social media channel: that dental flossing is, in a nutshell, useless. Your first reaction is relief because surely, your dental…
Chronic grinding and clenching of the teeth during the night or day is known as Bruxism. This sometimes compulsive and uncontrollable habit frequently causes headaches, sore jaw, vertigo, enamel damage, facial distortions, joint disorders, and sometimes, even arthritis.
Some patients…
Step one: do not panic. Fillings are not meant to last a lifetime; they will eventually fail and need to be replaced. Here is what you can do if your cavity filling comes loose or falls out unexpectedly.
After you…
Your teeth are meant to bite and chew against one another for a perfect fit that resembles two gears working together in rotation. It is supposed to be seamless and natural.
Sometimes, after a dental treatment such as a filling…
