You probably don’t like thinking about oral cancer, which is exactly why we encourage you to visit us regularly for visual oral cancer tests. When it comes to this progressive disease, we have the capacity to recognize early changes in the lining of your mouth often long before you recognize a change. By allowing us… Read more »
Category: Preventive Dentistry
Why Your Child Needs Dental Sealants
If you have been practicing brushing and flossing with your child at home and scheduling preventive dental visits, you are doing a wonderful job. However, we often find that parents wonder if there’s anything else they can be doing to protect the oral health of their children. In this case, our top answer usually includes… Read more »
FAQs: Why Do We Need Regular Checkups?
Be honest: When was the last time you or your family had a checkup? Routine dental exams are crucial for maintaining healthy, attractive smiles. Without them, you could miss the early signs of common dental issues, allowing problems to progress and endanger your smile.
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… 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 »
Red Wine May Help Fight Cavities
A new study from the American Chemical Society’s Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry studied the theory that wine, grape seed extract, and polyphenols can slow bacterial growth in the mouth. If this theory is supported, red wine may one day be a part of a cavity-fighting product. Your Mansfield dentists, Dr. Blair Jones and Dr…. Read more »
Q and A: Dentists Answer Questions About Sealants
Dental sealants are a quick and easy tool for preventing caries, the tooth decay that causes cavities. A dental sealant is a thin, plastic coating that is applied to the chewing surfaces of the back teeth. The back teeth are difficult to adequately clean, making them a popular spot for bacteria to thrive. Many are… 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 »
What Jaw Pain Can Reveal about Your Oral Health
If your jaw is frequently sore, the recurrences of pain may be frustrating to you. However, in many cases, jaw pain is only a symptom of a larger problem. According to your Mansfield TX dentists, Dr. Blair Jones and Dr. Seth Harris, bruxism (teeth grinding), while damaging to teeth, also frequently results in a sore… Read more »
Dental Mouthguard Care Tips from Your Mansfield, TX Dentist
If you use a dental mouthguardregularly, then this article may provide some helpful insight on proper mouthguard care. Your Mansfield, TX dentist, Dr. S. Blair Jones shares these care tips to increase the durability of a dental mouthguard. Why is a Dental Mouthguard Important? Though teeth contain the hardest substance in your body (the enamel),… Read more »
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