Mansfield schools start August 25th, and kids all over Mansfield knows what that means. This is the very last week of summer! Your Mansfield dentists want parents and kids to enjoy their final week of freedom by taking advantage of all that Mansfield, TX, and the surrounding community has to offer. Dr. Jones and Dr…. Read more »
Category: General Dentistry
A Quiz on Tooth Decay Basics
Do you think you know a lot about cavities? Try this quiz from Mansfield dentists, Dr. Jones and Dr. Harris to see if we can stump you. Questions Q1. True or False – Sugar causes cavities. Q2. True or False -The first sign of a cavity is a toothache. Q3. True or False – Untreated tooth decay… Read more »
Beat Bad Breath to the Punch
It’s not always easy to tell just how bad your breath is. How disconcerting it can be to lean in close to tell a friend a secret and see a look on their face that tells the tale. Your breath is horrible. They may be too polite to say anything, but the unpleasant expression they… Read more »
Gum Pain or Tooth Pain? Why Is It Sometimes Hard to Tell?
When a tooth begins to decay, bacteria can spread and eventually infect your dental pulp. The dental pain symptoms can vary between dull and sharp; in one spot or all over your mouth; chronic or intermittent. When you have sudden dental pain you may find that it is triggered by something such as pressure or… Read more »
Tooth Sensitivity Research in the Sea
People with extreme teeth sensitivity end up having to give up certain foods and drinks because of the discomfort. Sour, sweet, very cold, and very hot foods and beverages can result in a shooting pain going through teeth and gums. The underlying layer of teeth beneath the hard protective layer of tooth enamel is called… Read more »
Preparing Your Toothbrush For Maximum Brushing
We have all been told about the importance of brushing and flossing every day. However, your toothbrush may not be as effective or as clean as you think it is. A new study from the University of Alabama at Birmingham revealed that Staphylococci, coliforms, pseudomonads, yeasts, intestinal bacteria and even fecal germs may rest on… Read more »
The Importance of Gum Health for Men
Your Mansfield dentists, Dr. Blair Jones and Dr. Seth Harris, recognize the importance of healthy gums. According to the American Academy of Periodontology, gum disease affects 56.4 percent of men and 38.4 percent of women. Men may develop gum disease more frequently than women because they are less likely to visit the dentist or because… Read more »
FAQ: Dental Cleanings in Mansfield, Texas
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC,) about 61 percent of adults visited a dentist in 2012. Whether it’s a lack of time or money that may be keeping you from visiting the dentist, Dr. Blair Jones and Dr. Seth Harris urge all adults to recognize the value of bi-annual dental cleanings. More and… Read more »
How To Prevent Cavities
We have all experienced the inconvenience and discomfort of dental cavities. Our mouths contain several types of bacteria, and the bacteria feed off the sugars and starches from the foods that we eat. The bacteria then create an acidic film that sticks to our teeth. This acid demineralizes the enamel, the top coating of our… Read more »
Dangers of Gum Disease
Advanced gum disease is the number one cause of adult tooth loss in this country. Mansfield, TX Dental Associates can identify its early signs, and provide appropriate preventive treatments. Gum disease may also be linked to other diseases, including diabetes, heart disease, and certain forms of cancer, including oral cancer, which causes over 7,500 deaths… Read more »
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