Can My Dentist Help Me Get A Brighter Summer Smile?

It is officially summer in Mansfield, Texas. It’s hot and the sun is shining bright. When it comes to this most sunshiny time of the year, you may be thinking that you want to update your appearance in some way. Many people choose to brighten up their smile for the season. But with all of the aisles of whitening products at the store and with all of the online videos of do-it-yourself whitening treatments, how do you know the best way to get your smile bright? Your dentist is an excellent resource for whitening your smile. Not only can your dentist provide professional-grade whitening treatments, but your dentist can also customize treatment for your smile all while keeping an eye out for potential trouble or issues.  (more…)

Rockin’ 4th Of July In Mansfield

Independence Day is right around the corner and Mansfield, Texas always goes big for it. The 4th of July is the essential summer holiday filled with celebration, cookouts, fireworks, and fun. Do you have a yearly tradition with your family of where you go to celebrate? Do you go to the same place every year to watch fireworks? Mansfield is hosting it’s annual 4th of July celebration for its 11th year: the Rockin’ 4th of July Celebration! Children can enjoy the bounce houses, slides and carnival-style games. Older kids can try their skills on the rock climbing wall, home run derby, tennis games or smash car. (more…)

Can Porcelain Veneers Help My Smile?

One of the greatest benefits of customized porcelain veneers is that they so closely resemble healthy, natural teeth that they look very lifelike and blend right in with your smile. Porcelain veneers are bonded to the front of teeth and they can improve your smile’s appearance by addressing several different types of blemishes all at once. Veneers can address multiple issues, such as severe discoloration, chips, or uneven spacing, at once on multiple teeth. Porcelain veneers can provide you with a smile makeover that can still feel natural-looking.  (more…)

3 Smile Issues Addressed With Dental Bonding

Cosmetic dental bonding is one of the most commonly recommended and least invasive ways to address minor issues affecting the smile. Dental bonding is the process of applying a composite resin, which is the same material used in tooth-colored fillings, directly to the tooth. The resin can be customized in color and then be shaped, hardened, and polished on to create a natural-looking and strong tooth surface. Bonding can address issues like surface damage, deep stains, and small chips or gaps.  (more…)

Frequently Asked Questions: Dental Fillings

Dental fillings are a very common restorative dental treatment. When tooth decay damages the enamel of your tooth, a tooth-colored filling can restore the function and appearance of the tooth while also protecting it from further damage and decay. We have gathered a list of frequently asked questions about dental fillings along with their answers in an effort to provide you with some helpful insight.  (more…)

Summer Family Fun In And Around Mansfield

June is here, which means school is probably out for your kids and summer has begun. In Texas, summer time fun does not always mean going outside. When it gets hot, some of the favorite activities include staying inside where the air conditioning keeps us cool. While there are some outdoor activities on this list, we have kept it to some fun, affordable things you can do with the family to start your summer off right. Mansfield Dental Associates is proud to serve the families and smiles of this amazing community.  (more…)

Tips For Keeping Smiles Healthy This Summer

The sun is out, the heat is here, the kids are out of school – that’s right, summer is here! Summer is a season of fun times in the sunshine, but summer can also be an iffy time for smile health. Routines get a little more relaxed, the snacks are a bit more sugary, and this all have a negative effect on your family’s oral health. We have compiled a few tips to help you and your family keep your smiles healthy all summer long!  (more…)

Importance Of Oral Cancer Screenings

When you think of preventative dentistry for your smile, the issues that may come to your mind are tooth decay and gum disease. While prevention and early treatment is important for these conditions, early detection is also vitally important when it comes to oral cancer.  Oral cancer is one of the most dangerous types of cancer because of its high death rates at advance stages. However, the disease is also one that can be successfully treated when it is detected early and treated quickly. Because it is deadly when left unnoticed and because it is so treatable when noticed early, regular oral cancer screenings are very important.  (more…)

Why Do I Need A Routine Exam & Cleaning?

The American Dental Association recommends that you visit the dentist for a routine exam and cleaning at least once every six months or twice a year. Do you know why this routine is important? Prevention is the cornerstone of keeping a healthy smile because most big smile problems can be prevented. By regularly getting a dental exam and cleaning, you help to decrease your risks of developing common conditions like tooth decay and gum disease. Routine dental exams allow your dentist to thoroughly check up on your mouth’s health and to look for any signs of potential trouble. The earlier that an issue is identified, the earlier it can be treated, and the more likely your smile is to stay bright and healthy.  (more…)

This Weekend: Things To Do Near Mansfield

Memorial Day weekend is an important holiday to celebrate our military members’ sacrifices for our nation. Memorial Day weekend is also a symbolic kick-off to the summer season. This weekend, there is a lot going on in and around Mansfield, Texas to celebrate both Memorial Day and the kick-off of summer. Mansfield Dental Associates is proud to be a part of this community to serve your family’s smiles.  (more…)