In this post from Mason Dental in Grapevine, we’ll look at a traditional tooth replacement option, dental bridges, and see how they stack up against dental implants. While dental bridges have restored smiles for generations of people, they are not without drawbacks. Many people with dental bridges find it difficult to keep them clean, In …
Have you lost teeth? It’s a lot different than when you lost your baby teeth way back in the day. Unfortunately, these don’t grow back. But with a dental implant from Mason Dental in Grapevine, it might seem like a missing tooth has. A dental implant is a titanium post that is permanently placed in …
Everyone wants nice, pearly whites, so we should brush our teeth more often, right? Well, yes – but with a very big caveat from Mason Dental in Grapevine. The trouble with brushing more often is the tendency to brush too aggressively. This can lead to gums receding or pulling away from teeth. You don’t want …
In this post from Mason Dental in Grapevine, we’re going to discuss mouthwash. Many people use mouthwash to freshen their breath and help prevent tooth decay. While some mouthwash has cavity-fighting additives, it should never be used exclusively. Good dental health is centered on regular brushing and flossing. It is important to know what kind …
You may think the most critical thing about flossing is to do it every day, and at Mason Dental in Grapevine TX, we completely agree. But as in most things, there is usually room for improvement, and trying out different types of floss may help you do a better job. The reason that flossing is …
In a perfect world, each of your teeth would stay healthy, strong, and brilliantly white throughout your life. The truth is, however, that most people will need to restore a tooth at some point. At Mason Dental in Grapevine, we’re here for you. A tooth can be compromised by decay, enamel erosion, a chip or …
In this post from Mason Dental in Grapevine we are going to talk about dry mouth, an unpleasant condition that can influence oral health. Reduction of saliva flow resulting in a dry mouth is a common problem, especially as you age. But anyone can experience the symptoms of dry mouth. They include a dry, red …
Denture wearers have better options than ever before. Implant-supported dentures from Mason Denteal in Grapevine provide numerous advantages over conventional dentures. Secure in the mouth—no slipping Provides up to 100% natural chewing function Upper denture doesn’t cover as much of the palate Comfortable Little or no gum irritation Doesn’t impair speaking ability Strong and durable …
This post from Mason Dental in Grapevine focuses on a problem experienced by many people, bad breath. Bad breath, or halitosis, has several causes. The most common is inadequate oral hygiene. Often, halitosis develops midday due to the inability to brush teeth between meals. Small food fragments on the teeth, gums, and tongue grow bacteria. …
This message from Mason Dental in Grapevine is about gum disease, and the threat it could pose to your dental health. Every person’s mouth provides a cozy home for over 600 types of bacteria. If you are vigilant with dental hygiene and have healthy gums, these microbes usually don’t influence your health. However, if you …
