Month: February 2018

Fun Things To Do In And Around Mansfield

It looks like it may be mild and sunny this weekend! With nice weather outside, you may be looking for things to do with the family to have some fun. Mansfield, Texas is a city full of interesting events going on. Mansfield Dental Associates is proud to serve your smile and the smiles of your family…. Read more »

Is My Snoring A Sign Of Sleep Apnea?

Snoring can be disruptive to your family and loved ones’ sleep. It can also be a sign of a serious sleep disorder known as obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). So, how can you decipher between simple snoring and OSA? Knowing the difference can help you get the right treatment to solve the problem. Obstructive sleep apnea can… Read more »

A Healthy Diet Can Equal Healthy Teeth

Are you vigilant about your smile’s health? Maybe this year you decided to become even more serious about taking care of your teeth than you have been in years past? Maybe you might have added flossing to your daily hygiene routine? Are you finally making it a priority to see your dentist at least twice… Read more »

How Do You Fix A Cracked Tooth?

Maybe you’ve been there before: you bite down on something and you hear a crack! Or maybe your tooth gets damaged in an accident. The problem with a damaged tooth is that it will get worse the longer you procrastinate treating it. The pressure from biting and chewing your food, or even grinding your teeth… Read more »

Why Do I Grind My Teeth?

Grinding your teeth may seem like a minor issue, but it can lead to serious problems for your smile. People typically grind their teeth at nights while they are sleeping. Bruxism, the word for the persistent grinding of your teeth, can also be marked by clenching the jaw during the day. The longer you have… Read more »

Is Sparkling Water Safe For My Smile?

Sparkling water, especially flavored sparkling water, is a very trendy drink right now. Flavored sparkling water has become the go-to choice for those that want to get the bubbles they like about soda without the additional sugar. However, many people have begun to question whether or not carbonation is safe for the smile. There have… Read more »

Why Do I Need Root Canal Treatment?

Hearing that you need a root canal treatment may be news that sound scary, but with modern technology, the words no longer need to be intimidating. It can often be the last chance to give your tooth to be saved from extraction. A root canal treatment helps repair a tooth when decay or damage has reached the… Read more »

Tooth Protection From The Inside Out

You can approach protecting your teeth from both the inside and outside. A healthy diet helps to create a strong tooth formation from the inside, while good dental care practices help keep tooth surfaces clean, strong and protected from the outside. No dental program can guarantee a lifetime free of tooth decay or dental issues,… Read more »