Category: General Dentistry

Dental Sealants Offer Extra Security Against Cavities

Dental sealants offer extra cavity protection for your teeth. Typically, people associate sealants as a treatment for children’s teeth, but sealants can offer added security for adults, too. Many adults can suffer from issues that leave them more susceptible to developing cavities, and use sealants to lower their risk. Your dentist can review your oral… Read more »

Understanding Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a condition where soft tissue in the back of the throat obstructs a person’s airways during sleep, with episodes of air loss that last ten seconds or more. It is a serious medical condition that is estimated to affect more than 10 million people in America. A person’s risk increases… Read more »

Know the Signs of Bruxism and TMD

Bruxism is the term used when patients habitually clench their jaw and grind their teeth. Because this often happens during sleep, it can occur even if you don’t realize it is happening. Bruxism can cause headaches, tooth sensitivity, and problems with your jaw. Bruxism can even lead to temporomandibular disorders (TMD), which can produce a… Read more »

Do You Floss? 1 in 4 Lie About Flossing

It’s time to ‘fess up: Do you floss your teeth every day? More than 1 in 4 American adults lie to their dentists about how often they floss their teeth, according to a new national survey. Daily flossing is one of the best steps you can take to prevent gum disease,  which is why it… Read more »

5 Steps You Must Do for Healthy Teeth & Gums

Good oral health is a gateway to good health for the rest of your body, which is why it’s so important to take oral healthcare seriously. Dental disease that begins in your mouth that cause a series of side effects and negative health conditions throughout your body. The good news? Keeping your mouth healthy is fairly… Read more »

What To Expect From Tooth Extraction

We understand that there are certain dental procedures that cause patients a bit more concern than others. When it comes to improving your oral health with a tooth extraction, you may feel unsure regarding what to expect, which can cause some anxiety. Fortunately, we can assure you that the removal of your tooth is a… Read more »

Easier Cavity Prevention for Kids with Dental Sealants

Although cavities can affect anyone (the majority of adults in the US have had at least one), they can still develop in your child’s teeth, and are sometimes more likely to do so. When it comes to protecting your children’s smiles, your family dentist plays a significant role in successful, long-term cavity prevention. Also, keeping… Read more »

Facts About Sleep Apnea

Sleep apnea is a sleeping disorder that stops people from breathing anywhere from for 10 to 30 seconds at a time while sleeping. These short stops in breathing can happen up to 400 times every night, disturbing your sleep even though they do not fully wake you up. Sleep apnea occurs when the tissue in… Read more »

How Good Are You at Brushing Your Teeth?

Modern advancements in science, medicine, and dentistry have provided an impressive array of means for restoring smiles that need cosmetic or restorative care. Still, the most efficient method of protecting your smile remains the prevention of common dental issues. The cornerstone of prevention is good dental hygiene, and although most of us learned the tenets… Read more »

Hop On Over For Bunny Brunch In Mansfield

Have you noticed the pastel colors, influx of chocolate eggs, and carrot-shaped candies lining the shelves of your local grocery store? It’s time to celebrate Easter and Mansfield likes to celebrate with fun activities the entire family can enjoy. Gather up your loved ones and prepare for a fun-filled bunny brunch. What Is It? The… Read more »