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…
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Restore Or Replace: Restorative Dentistry in San Antonio
There is more than one way to fix a tooth. If you are the lucky owner of perfect teeth, you may never need any of these procedures. But, if you are like a lot of our San Antonio patients, you may need to restore a tooth eventually. This post looks at restorative dentistry procedures that…
Aching Jaw? TMJ in San Antonio
A lot of our patients here in San Antonio suffer from one form or another of jaw pain. In some cases it is easily corrected, while others need a more intensive approach. Jaw pain may be caused by sinusitis, the inflammation of the tissues that line your sinuses. When these tissues are inflamed, the sinuses…
Who’s Afraid Of The Big, Bad…Dentist?
Categories: Oral Health, Sedation Dentistry
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…
Smile Necessities And Possibilities At William J. Stewart Jr. DDS In San Antonio
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
Hi, I’m Dr. William Stewart with William J. Stewart Jr. DDS located at 13220 Huebner Rd in San Antonio. The truth is, practicing dentistry has been a rewarding decision for me. Between restorative and cosmetic dentistry, I am able to create sensational smiles for patients throughout Beorne, Shavano Park, and Leon Springs that beautify as…
7 Steps For A Healthy Smile
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Benjamin Franklin coined this phrase in the 1730s as advice for fire safety. However, like all timeless quotes, it applies to many more aspects of modern San Antonio life, particularly dental health. Keeping your smile beautiful and healthy is done most effectively with preventative measures.…
Ready To Smile Again?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
Most San Antonio residents have plenty of things to smile about. However, there are some San Antonio and Shavano Park folks who avoid smiling at all costs. Are you one of those people who cover their mouth when they laugh? Do you keep your mouth closed when someone takes a picture of you? Have you…
Why a Water Flosser Might be a Good Idea
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
Today, we’re discussing the water flosser, also known as interdental cleaner, interdental irrigator, or water jet. The first water-shooting device for cleaning between teeth was developed in the early 1960’s by Colorado dentist Dr. Gerald Moyer and John Mattingly, a hydraulics engineer. The apparatus is now known by the brand name Waterpik, though many people…
You Have Nothing To Lose Except Loose Dentures
Categories: Dental Implants, Dentures
Today’s dental technology has solved the trouble of bothersome loose-fitting dentures with a fantastic tooth replacement option. Instead of relying on your tongue, a weak suction, and some dental adhesive to keep false teeth in place, dental implant posts can anchor full or partial dentures. The dentures are secure enough to allow the wearer to…
Overcoming Anxiety With Gentle Dental At William J. Stewart Jr. DDS
Categories: Sedation Dentistry
Dental anxiety and the more severe dental phobia impact many San Antonio people, including some William J. Stewart Jr. DDS patients. Today’s post answers some questions asked about this vital topic. What are the long-term consequences of dental anxiety and dental phobia? The most harmful consequence is when a dental phobic patient delays dental care…
