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…)
Ways To Protect Your Child’s Smile
No matter how old they are, a parent wants to protect their child. Keeping them safe and healthy can also include protecting their smiles. Keeping your child’s smile healthy is not something you have to do alone. By teaching your child good oral health habits at a young age, they can learn to protect their own smile. Routine dental visits allow for checkups and cleanings to keep their young smile clear of plaque and tartar buildup that can lead to tooth decay and gum disease. Your dentist can also offer a little extra smile protection in the form of dental sealants. (more…)
The Effects Of Grinding Your Teeth
Unconsciously grinding your teeth (a condition known as bruxism) is a very common condition. While it may seem like just a bad habit, grinding your teeth can actually have some negative effects on your teeth and smile. Fortunately, your dentist can likely treat your condition with a custom-designed sleeping apparatus to help prevent the ill-effects from bruxism occurring. However, if the condition is left unchecked, it can lead to tooth damage, tooth decay, sensitivity, chronic headaches, and TMJ disorder, which is a condition affecting the joints of your jaw. (more…)
Tooth Loss Can Be Prevented
The majority of people are likely to experience some degree of tooth loss at some point in their life. While tooth loss is common, it does not mean that it is inevitable. There are several causes for someone to lose a tooth. Most of the causes for tooth loss can be prevented with vigilant oral hygiene and routine dental care. Understanding the risk factors for tooth loss and the ways that you can avoid them can help you keep all of your natural teeth intact. (more…)
When Is A Tooth Extraction Necessary?
Advances in modern dentistry provide several treatment options that make it easier to save a tooth. When a dentist is faced with a heavily damaged tooth or one severely infected, they will consider all available treatment options to try to save the tooth. A dentist’s priority is always the health of the entire smile and the overall health of the patient. There are times when a tooth can simply not be saved. A dental extraction becomes necessary when the tooth is too damaged to salvage, an infection is too severe, or if the tooth is having negative effects on the rest of your smile. (more…)
Wisteria Street Market Of 2018
Get ready for summer at Wisteria Street Market in Mansfield, Texas. The Market will be held on Saturday, May 19th. There will be arts and crafts vendors with wonderful items for sale, a silent raffle, food trucks, crafting events, and more! The crafting events will be activities where you can participate in making a craft to take home. The first fifty people to enter the Market will receive a complimentary gift bag filled with goodies from the Wisteria Street Market. The annual tradition is welcome to everyone of all ages, so bring the whole family. There will be activities available for children to participate in. Mansfield is a town in North Texas filled with wonderful activities and things to do. Mansfield Dental Associates is proud to serve the smiles of families of this community along with those from nearby communities. (more…)
Ways To Keep Your Enamel Strong
Teeth do a lot of work for your body, so they need to be able to endure pressure from biting and chewing. The outside of teeth, the enamel, is one of the strongest substances in your body. Enamel needs to be strong to be able to protect teeth without being damaged or worn down through your daily activities. Enamel also needs to stay strong to fend off harmful bacteria and tooth decay. Once enamel is lost to erosion, it cannot be regrown. It can be restored through dentistry to protect the rest of your tooth, but the enamel that was lost cannot return or regenerate. So, how can you keep your enamel strong enough to do its job and fend off bacteria? There are two important ways to do so: eat a healthy amount of key nutrients and keep your smile clean through a good hygiene routine. (more…)
Addressing Tooth Loss With An Implant
If you have ever lost a tooth as an adult, then you know how transformative it can be for your smile. Not only is the appearance affected (depending on the location of the tooth loss), but the functionality of your bite is affected. Losing even just one tooth can cause your bite to become imbalanced, your jawbone weaker, and your remaining teeth can face negative consequences. In many cases, dental implants can be a way to address tooth loss and the effects it can have on your mouth’s health. An implant can be paired with a lifelike prosthetic to restore both your smile’s appearance and function. (more…)
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