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Antibiotic Prophylaxis or Pre-Medication
posted: Jan. 25, 2022.
At Cornerstone Dentistry, Inc., we know the human mouth contains a lot of bacteria. A bacterium can travel through your body with routine activities that are a normal part of Read more
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Dental Fear in Children: Brought on by parents?
posted: Jan. 18, 2022.
A study conducted in Washington State in 2004 and another conducted in Madrid, Spain in 2012 both reported findings that support a direct relationship between parents’ dental fear and their Read more
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Make your child’s next visit to our office great!
posted: Jan. 11, 2022.
If you have been bringing your baby in for regular checkups since that first tooth arrived, you might expect that he or she is already familiar with the doctor and Read more
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Going Green for the New Year
posted: Jan. 04, 2022.
Does your list of New Year’s resolutions for the coming months include reducing your ecological footprint? If so, let’s ring in the year with some basic—and some innovative—dental ideas to Read more
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Smile, the New Year is Almost Here!
posted: Dec. 28, 2021.
We’ve been celebrating the new year for a really, really long time. It goes way back, but it started formally in 1582, when Pope George XIII made January 1st the Read more
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Is there really a link between my mouth and heart?
posted: Dec. 21, 2021.
Yes, indeed! While brushing, flossing, and regular visits to Cornerstone Dentistry, Inc. are all key to maintaining a healthy smile and mouth, the doctor and our team want you to Read more
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What exactly is biofilm?
posted: Dec. 14, 2021.
Biofilm is a protective home for bacteria that’s composed of microorganisms. Biofilm can be found in wet places such as ponds, sewers, and bathroom drains, and it also grows on Read more
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Top Five Dental Myths
posted: Dec. 07, 2021.
Sometimes the line between fact and fiction is easily blurred. This is certainly the case when it comes to dentistry, where myths and misconceptions abound. In a bid to put Read more
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Four Great Additions to Your Dental-Healthy Diet
posted: Nov. 30, 2021.
Calcium from dairy products for strong bones and teeth? Check. Vitamin C from fruits and vegetables for gum health? Check. Protein from lean meats, eggs, and fish to create, maintain, Read more
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Thanksgiving
posted: Nov. 23, 2021.
At Cornerstone Dentistry, Inc., we love to celebrate the holidays with vigor! the doctor would love to share some unique ways of celebrating Thanksgiving from beyond the Carmel, Indiana area Read more
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Water: It’s Not Just for Brushing!
posted: Nov. 16, 2021.
We turn on the tap and it comes rushing out. We walk down the hall at work or school and stop at the fountain without even thinking about it. It’s Read more
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Is a Loose Tooth a Lost Tooth? Not Necessarily!
posted: Nov. 09, 2021.
When we were small, a loose tooth wasn’t a reason to be worried. On the contrary! It was a time to celebrate: A permanent tooth on the way. A sign Read more
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November Marks National Diabetes Awareness Month
posted: Nov. 02, 2021.
Diabetes is a chronic disease that increases the risk for many serious health problems, including severe gum disease. November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and it’s a great time for us Read more
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Aging and Oral Health
posted: Oct. 26, 2021.
As you age, it becomes even more important to take good care of your teeth and dental health. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately one-fourth of Read more
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What to Look for when Choosing a Mouthwash
posted: Oct. 19, 2021.
Mouthwash is important for more than just keeping your breath fresh and smelling great. Combined with other forms of dental hygiene, it can help prevent plaque, cavities, gingivitis, and other Read more
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Implants: Why it's important to replace missing teeth
posted: Oct. 12, 2021.
The average adult has 32 teeth, a combination of molars, canines, and incisors. By middle age, however, most adults are missing at least one tooth due to an injury, decay, Read more