At Mason Dental in Grapevine, we are passionate about preventative dentistry and the dental health of each one of our patients. The goal of preventative dentistry is to maintain dental health so that no restorative dental work is ever needed. In other words, preventing cavities, gum disease, and enamel wear. A tool for cavity prevention […]
Dental health
3 Tips To Make Brushing Count
At Mason Dental in Grapevine, our patients walk in for cosmetic dentistry, CEREC same day porcelain crowns, or dental implants. Many come for routine checkups and cleanings. And most really want to know if they are brushing correctly. Having patients come for treatment and leave with dental health questions answered—from which toothpaste to buy to […]
Preventive Dentistry At Mason Dental
Are you a parent of young children? Do you want protect their dental health? Perhaps you have a beautiful smile and want to prevent tooth decay. Many Grapevine people have a mouth full of fillings and don’t want to add another one to their collection. At Mason Dental in Grapevine, we have a prevention-oriented philosophy […]
What Is Necessary For A Dental Crown?
Dental crowns have been around for millennia and are still used to restore smiles today. Ancient dentists used ivory, bone, and seashells to make crowns for teeth. At Mason Dental in Grapevine TX, we use modern materials. A dental crown procedure consists of numerous steps: Tooth Preparation We begin by anesthetizing the tooth to be […]
Dental Check Up – How Often?
When is the last time you had a dental check-up? At Mason Dental in Grapevine, we recommend a dental check-up every six months. If you have a higher risk for oral diseases, we advise you to receive an examination every four months. Most people are in a medium to low risk category for dental problems. […]
6 Ways To Prepare For Your Dental Procedure
Perhaps general dentistry can be scary, if you think about the drilling of a cavity or even teeth cleaning. Let Mason Dental in Grapevine TX offer 6 ways to prepare yourself mentally, emotionally and physically before your next dental appointment. First, remember our entire team is trained to provide the best care and comfort possible. […]
Everything You Never Wanted To Know About Saliva
This post from Mason Dental in Grapevine discusses the complexity and importance of saliva. This typically yucky substance is a finely balance body fluid that not only maintains dental health but also keeps your mouth comfortable and aids in digestion of food. The components of human saliva include: Water. No surprise here! You saliva consists […]
Foaming At The Mouth: Dental Health in Grapevine
In today’s post, let’s discuss some details about brushing your teeth. The team at Mason Dental Cosmetic & Family Dentistry in Grapevine reminds you, it’s an essential part of your dental health. One key to activating the value of toothpastes is creating foam when thoroughly brushing. You can work up a good foam by pre-wetting […]
Dental Health Habits To Keep You Smiling
In today’s post from Mason Dental in Grapevine, we will focus on vital behaviors that influence dental health. Of course, effective brushing and flossing are two essential habits for healthy teeth and gums, but there are many more things we can do to keep a healthy smile. Diet Do’s Do eat a nutritious diet with […]
Dental Anxiety? Sedation Dentistry in Grapevine
For millions of Americans, dental anxiety is a very real thing. As many as twenty percent of adults – and that’s one out of every five – cope with anxiety so bad, they avoid going to the dentist entirely. And that is a serious matter, because they are putting their dental health at risk. If […]
