Gum Disease Linked to Breast Cancer

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Dr. Jones and Dr. Harris want to shine the spotlight on breast cancer. Many are surprised to learn that breast cancer is connected to oral health. Some studies have reported a higher prevalence of breast cancer in patients possessing chronic periodontal disease (gum disease.) In today’s blog your Mansfield dentists share a study that discovered that patients with chronic gum disease demonstrated a higher rate of breast cancer. (more…)

Mansfield Dentists Answer Concerns About Whitening

Dr. Jones and Dr. Harris provide in-office and at-home teeth whitening treatments. They and their team are here to guide you throughout the teeth whitening process, providing you will instructions and recommendations about how often you can whiten your teeth. Dr. Jones and Dr. Harris work hard to provide healthy and handsome smiles, and they do not want teeth whitening or any dental service to negatively impact your dental health. In today’s blog, your Mansfield dentists discuss how to whiten your teeth without harm. (more…)

Boo Bash Features Carnival Games in Mansfield

Every October at the Mansfield Activity Center Boo Bash, families can enjoy a safe night of Halloween fun as an alternative to going door-to-door. The event caters to families with small children between the age of two and six but children of any age are invited. Your Mansfield Tx dentists Dr. Jones and Dr. Harris have long provided top-notch dental care to residents of Mansfield. Read on as they share information on this family-friendly event. (more…)

Study Looks at Behavior and Role of Oral Bacteria

Our bodies contain 10,000 different species of bacteria. Hundreds of these bacteria are found in our mouths. Each bacteria perform different functions, but how the various species engage with each other influences our overall health. Researchers from the University of Texas at Austin recently investigated how bacteria change when individuals develop gum disease. Your Mansfield dentists Dr. Jones and Dr. Harris share the results of this novel study which may one day lead to biomarkers that foresee if someone will become sick. (more…)

Your Mansfield Dentists’ Guide to Dental Emergencies

Dental emergencies are frightening and stressful events. We all want to retain our natural teeth and maintain our attractive smiles. But simply knowing what to do in the seconds following a dental emergency will boost your chances of saving a tooth. Your Mansfield dentists Dr. Jones and Dr. Harris discuss some tips for both preventing dental emergencies as well as for reacting to them. (more…)

Mansfield October Music Festival Spans Six Days

In just a few weeks, Mansfield’s music festival heats up historic Mansfield with performances by 15 bands in 11 locations. From October 13 to 18, Mansfield’s Hot Beats & Cold Brews free concert series will attract crowds from Mansfield, Texas and surrounding communities. Your Mansfield dentists Dr. Jones and Dr. Harris share info on this enjoyable event. (more…)

Quiz Yourself on Sedation Options at Mansfield Dental

Experts estimate that between 30 and 40 million Americans put off dental care because of dental anxiety. Dr. Jones and Dr. Harris understand that some people experience a little more dental anxiety than others and need more help. That is why Dr. Jones and Dr. Harris offer sedation dentistry options to their patients. Take their quiz to test your knowledge of sedation dentistry in Mansfield. (more…)

Keeping Teeth Bright By Avoiding Staining Foods

The power of a beautiful, bright smile is indisputable. It enhances one’s self-confidence and positive self-image. A dazzling white smile exudes youthfulness and health. Many patients are curious about how to prevent stains on their teeth in order to maintain whiter teeth. One of the simplest methods to retain lighter teeth is to be mindful of what you eat and drink. Many well-loved foods and drinks easily stain teeth. Your Mansfield dentists Dr. Jones and Dr. Harris are devoted to patient education, and they would like to inform their patients which foods and drinks are the most common culprits of teeth stains. (more…)

Gum Disease In HIV Patients May Cause Cancer

Oral bacteria produced from gum disease creates a particular environment in the mouth. A new study found that two types of bacteria present in mouths battling gum disease can produce a byproduct that can lead to Kaposi sarcoma-related tumors. Read on as your Mansfield dentists Dr. Jones and Dr. Harris share the study’s findings. (more…)

Oral Health Connected to Overall Health for Older Adults

Over the past six decades, more and older adults have retained their natural teeth. Tooth loss has gradually declined. Missing teeth can lead to bone loss, sunken facial features, and embarrassment. With a greater awareness and appreciation for dental hygiene habits, more elderly adults retain their teeth and are able to eat, speak, and feel healthy well in their later years. Your Mansfield dentists Dr. Jones and Dr. Harris provide care for patients of all ages, and they discuss the importance of good, regular dental hygiene. (more…)