Silver fillings have been used in dentistry for more than a century to repair cavities in teeth. But they can be unsightly, and at William J. Stewart Jr. DDS in San Antonio, we offer fillings that can match the color of your teeth. One of the reasons that silver fillings have a long history in…
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9 Things To Know About CEREC Crowns
Dental crowns are an important restoration commonly used in dentistry to protect or repair a tooth. Making them used to take weeks or months, but CEREC crowns from William J. Stewart Jr. DDS in San Antonio have sped the process up. A crown is placed over the top of a tooth that has been damaged…
Keeping Teen Smiles Healthy
If you are the parent of a teenager, you may already have some concerns about your child’s well-being. As young men and women progress toward complete independence, some make questionable choices when it comes to health. We encourage San Antonio parents to be vigilant about twice-yearly dental exams and cleanings for their teens. Adolescent Oral…
The Five Stages of a Cavity
You may have heard that once tooth enamel is eroded, it’s gone forever. This is partially true, but in the earliest stage of enamel erosion, a cavity can be reversed. Reverse a cavity before it needs a filling If you can avoid tooth cavities in young children, there’s a better chance that their teeth can…
Dental Implants And Smile Makeovers
What makes a gorgeous smile? White teeth? Uniformly-shaped teeth? Straight teeth? What issues prevent brilliant smiles? Crooked teeth are often considered unattractive. Yellow or gray teeth decrease the appeal of a smile—even one that is perfectly healthy and aligned. Beauty, it has been said, is in the eye of the beholder. There are unique smile…
A Proud Dental Practice
William J. Stewart Jr. DDS Advanced Family & Cosmetic Dentistry is proud to serve not only San Antonio but the greater San Antonio area. Our friendly dental team consists of proud members of the community we serve. It’s worth the trip for the change it will make in your life. Are you proud of your…
Why Aren’t Dental Implant Prices Listed Anywhere?
You can’t buy implants at Costco. You can’t compare relative prices on Amazon. The rates aren’t listed on your dentist’s website. There is a reason for this. A tooth implant procedure isn’t one-size-fits-all. The price of a tooth implant depends on many factors. First, let’s define what we are talking about. A dental implant is…
You Know It When You See It
You may not be able to articulate why all the elements blend in perfect harmony. But you know it when you see it. We’re talking about a beautiful smile. At William J. Stewart Jr. DDS Advanced Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, beautiful smiles are our specialty. We provide tooth implants and other cosmetic dental procedures for…
FAQs: Pediatric Dental Sedation
William J. Stewart Jr. DDS Advanced Family & Cosmetic Dentistry provides sedation options when required for our young patients. Here are answers to the most prevalent questions about pediatric sedation dentistry. Is sedation safe for kids? Nitrous oxide, oral sedation, and IV sedation are safe for children when administered by experienced professionals. Certified pediatric dentists,…
A Maximum Upgrade With Mini Implants
Though they are not as well known as traditional dental implants, mini implants are being used successfully in the San Antonio area to improve smiles. Like their larger diameter counterparts, mini implants can support a restoration for one or more missing teeth or replace a bridge or fixed denture. Denture wearers benefit dramatically from these slip-free…
