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… Read more »
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Mansfield Dentists Sensitive to Needs of Cancer Patients
Your Mansfield dentists, Dr. Jones and Dr. Harris, build personal relationships with their patients. They care about their patients’ overall health in addition to their dental health. They understand that patients coming into their office may be battling cancer, and they want to provide top-notch, compassionate care for them before and during their cancer treatment…. Read more »
Dental Check ups With Your Mansfield Dentists
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC,) almost 40 percent of American adults did not visit the dentist last year. They may skip cleanings because of lack of time or money. Other adults report feelings of dental anxiety which prevent them from seeking routine dental care. However, putting off dental check ups… Read more »
Health Groups Ask MLB to Ban Tobacco after Death
Baseball is one of American’s favorite pastimes, but there is an ugly side to baseball that we shouldn’t overlook: the use of smokeless tobacco products. Smokeless tobacco recently claimed the life of Hall of Famer Tony Gwynn. As a result, nine medical and public health organizations have called on the Major League Baseball to ban… Read more »
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 »
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 »
Mansfield Dentists Answer Questions On Teeth Whitening
Research shows that many adults feel that whiter teeth will advance their career. They also perceive whiter teeth to be advantageous with members of the opposite sex. Your Mansfield dentists, Dr. Blair Jones and Dr. Seth Harris, utilize cutting edge technology with their in-office whitening treatment, Zoom! whitening. Zoom! lightens your teeth up to ten… Read more »
Eating a Nutritious Diet Protects Oral Health
We all know that eating a balanced diet full of fruits and vegetables is good for our hearts, bones, and muscles. However, you may not realize that eating a healthy diet also impacts oral health. The Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics released a paper last year about the relationship between nutrition and… Read more »
FAQ: Dental Fillings with Your Mansfield Dentist
It’s the words no one wants to hear at the dentist, “You have a cavity. You will need a dental filling.” We are all bound to get a cavity from time to time, but your Mansfield dentists are here to answer your questions about dental fillings and make the entire experience as stress-free as possible…. Read more »
Your Mansfield Dentists Focus on Oral Cancer Screening
Most people view dental check ups and cleanings as simply an opportunity to get their teeth polished and treated for cavities. Your Mansfield dentists, Dr. Blair Jones and Dr. Seth Harris, offer another crucial and potentially life-saving element at each dental check up and cleaning: an oral cancer screening. Oral cancer refers to cancer of… Read more »
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