Have you heard of dental sealants? If you have heard of them, do you believe them to be only for children? Dental sealants are a plastic material used to protect your teeth against harmful bacteria, plaque, and tartar. While sealants are a common tool used to protect the teeth of children, they can and are used to protect the teeth of adults, as well. Some adults have a higher risk of developing cavities; sealants can help to reduce this risk. Especially as we enter autumn and winter, seasons filled with sugary treats, it is important to think about every way you can protect the smiles of yourself and your families. (more…)
The Importance Of Regular Dental Visits
Have you ever left the ‘check engine’ light on your car too long? Maybe it popped up, you ignored it, and then found yourself with a costly repair bill when you finally could ignore it no longer. Regular dental visits is akin to regular oil changes with your car. If you wait for the ‘check engine’ light to come on or if you wait for a toothache to happen, you have missed your opportunity to deal with something early on. Regular visits with your dentist are essential to your oral health and preventing major problems. (more…)
Can Professional Whitening Remove Any Stain?
Depending on your budget, time frame, and whitening goals, a professional whitening treatment may be the best option for you. Your dentist can set you up with a custom-made kit that includes a mouth tray designed by the exact shape of your teeth and professional whitening gel. Your dentist could also whiten your teeth in one visit to the office; your teeth can get up to ten shades whiter in just one appointment. Professional whitening is a great way to get fast results safely with your dentist monitoring potential pain or sensitivity sometimes associated with whitening treatments. Unfortunately, there are certain stains that may not be removed even with a professional whitening treatment. (more…)
Texas State Fair Opens Soon
Always dependable for fall in Texas is the State Fair. The State Fair of Texas was established in 1886, and has been going strong ever since. The Fair runs for 24 consecutive days, which makes it the longest-running fair in the nation, as well as one of the largest. Over the years, the Fair has continued to evolve while maintaining its original purpose of education, promoting agriculture, and community involvement through quality family-friendly entertainment. Each of the 131 years of running has come with a theme for the year’s fair. The 2017 theme is “Celebrating Texans.” (more…)
A Smile Upgrade With Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain veneers have a reputation of being a cookie-cutter way to update your smile. This is based on a common misconception because porcelain veneers can be customized to suit your needs. Your perfect smile is one that makes you feel confident not one that looks like everyone else’s idea of ‘perfect.’ Porcelain veneers are thin shells that are applied directly to the front enamel of your teeth. Veneers can cover a wide variety of issues that may make you feel insecure about your smile. The veneers are designed to look like natural teeth to give you a very lifelike smile upgrade. (more…)
4 Reasons For Cosmetic Bonding
Dental bonding is a cosmetic treatment that can be minimally invasive, cost-effective, and therefore very efficient at addressing flaws in your teeth. Some flaws in a smile make you feel unique, while other flaws make you feel insecure. Your smile should make you feel confident not insecure. Minor flaws in your smile can be addressed with bonding. Dental bonding is a biocompatible composite-resin, the same material used in fillings. For cosmetic treatments, the bonding material is color-matched, applied to your tooth, shaped, and polished to give a natural tooth-like appearance. It is applied directly to the tooth and can be a long-lasting treatment. (more…)
Sorting Through Cosmetic Dentistry Options
Cosmetic dentistry can address concerns with the appearance of your smile ranging from small flaws to large issues. If you find yourself self-conscious of your teeth or grin, you may consider cosmetic treatment. Once you start considering cosmetic treatment, you may find yourself overwhelmed with the options. Your dentist is always there to answer your questions and help you decide on the best treatment for you and your smile, but knowledge can always make you feel at ease. Let’s sort through the options to understand some different types of treatment, what they are, and why they are used. (more…)
Mansfield Music Alley Festival
Mansfield has a brand new music festival this year. This will be the first year for the Music Alley Festival. The festival is taking the place of the Wurstfest festival that normally would be held at this time of year. The Music Alley Festival celebrates all things music and art with live concerts and interactive activities for guests of all ages. There will be four stages featuring live performances from everything from jazz to marching band to marionette puppets to country line dancing and beyond. There will be a “petting zoo” for instruments, where people can pick and play a wide variety of musical instruments. (more…)
Why Get Screened For Oral Cancer?
Oral cancer screenings are designed to identify early signs of oral cancer. Oral cancer can easily be treated at early stages, but it can be quite deadly if left to progress. During routine checkups, your dentist can perform an oral cancer screening that takes very little time and is normally painless. Your mouth, neck, face, and lips can be examined within minutes by a trained professional. If you notice any abnormalities or new developments in your mouth or surrounding areas, you may want to schedule a consultation with your dentist rather than wait for your regularly scheduled checkup. (more…)
Importance Of Treating Sleep Apnea
Snoring can be embarrassing. It can also be a burden on your family or your partner, if your snoring keeps them up at night. Snoring can be much more than an inconvenience; It can also be a symptom of obstructive sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder that cause serious health complications. a breathing issue that can seriously complicate your health. Sleep apnea blocks your airway during your sleep which puts your body into stress putting you at risk for health problems. It can also interrupt your sleep each night preventing you from getting restful, restorative sleep. Treatment is possible for sleep apnea and it can be treated by your dentist. (more…)
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