Looking to get a head start on some Christmas shopping? Enjoy shopping for hand crafted items and supporting local artists? Come support the Summit High School band this Saturday at the 2014 Craft Fest. Your Mansfield dentists Dr. Jones and Dr. Harris take care of many patients who are connected to this wonderful band. So mark your calendars for this great Craft Fest coming up this weekend. (more…)
Common Dental Health Issues for Older Adults
Dr. Jones and Dr. Harris treat patients of all ages in their welcoming Mansfield office. In today’s blog they discuss three dental health issues that middle aged adults and seniors are likely to encounter and what to do about them. (more…)
Dental Check ups Include Oral Cancer Screening
Oral cancer is an insidious disease that is more treatable and less dangerous if caught in earlier stages. At every check up and cleaning at your Mansfield dentists’ office, Dr. Jones and Dr. Harris will screen for oral cancer. An oral cancer screening begins with a discussion of any concerns or symptoms you may be experiencing. Inform your dentists of any chronic throat pain, a change in your voice, or any other changes in your oral health. Your dentists will then examine all areas of your mouth, jaw, and neck. In today’s blog Dr. Jones and Dr. Harris detail the signs of oral cancer and the importance of regular oral cancer screenings. (more…)
Mansfield Dentists: Causes and Remedies for Dry Mouth
Dry mouth is an irritating condition that can lead to tooth decay and gum disease. Learning about the underlying conditions or reasons behind dry mouth can guide your dentists’ treatment. In today’s blog your Mansfield dentists Dr. Jones and Dr. Harris discuss dry mouth with an informative Q and A. (more…)
Mansfield Dentists: Stages and Symptoms of Gum Disease
According to the American Academy of Periodontology, nearly half of adults over 30 have encountered gum disease. Gingivitis, the first stage of gum disease, can advance to periodontitis if left untreated which can lead to eventual tooth loss. Gum disease is a chronic condition that is marked by inflamed, painful gums. Gingivitis and other forms of gum disease predominantly occur in adults in their 30’s and 40’s but can also occur in teens. In today’s blog your Mansfield dentists Dr. Jones and Dr. Harris explain the stages and symptoms of gum disease. (more…)
Mansfield Dentists: What to Do about Bad Breath
No ones wants the embarrassing experience of possessing bad breath. Bad breath is a common phenomenon in the morning right after we’ve woken up, but many adults are puzzled about what to do if bad breath lingers throughout the day. In today’s blog your Mansfield dentists Dr. Jones and Dr. Harris answer patients’ concerns and questions about halitosis. (more…)
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…)
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