Plaque is that sticky, filmy stuff that forms on teeth. It is the main cause of tooth decay and gum disease. For the best dental health, the team at Mason Dental in Grapevine reminds all of our patients to brush and floss their teeth twice a day. Plaque forms when foods with sugars and starches […]
Oral Health
How Long Should You Brush?
At Mason Dental in Grapevine, we recommend two minutes as a minimum time for brushing your teeth. Most people think they brush that long, but might be surprised if they actually set a timer. Most of us only brush for about a minute, if that. We believe there is always room for improvement, even in something […]
Dental Floss: Which Type is Best?
Along with brushing, flossing is the most important thing you can do for healthy teeth and gums. There’s a variety of floss types to choose from. Which one is best for you? It depends. At Mason Dental in Grapevine TX, we’re using this space to summarize what’s available, and what might influence your choice of […]
What Is General Dentistry?
If you explored our website before landing on this blog, you have may noticed the term “general dentistry” on the menu, along with other services. “General dentistry” may sound bland, but it isn’t. At Mason Dental in Grapevine, it’s your assurance that we can diagnose and treat your most essential issues, and ensure your overall […]
Preventative Maintenance For Your Irreplaceable Smile
It sounds a little corny, but it’s true: take care of your teeth and they’ll take care of you. At Mason Dental in Grapevine, we stress preventative dentistry, and want to see each one of our patients for a cleaning and checkup twice a year. There are some very good reasons for seeing us so […]
Restore Or Replace: New Life For Your Damaged Tooth
This post from Mason Dental in Grapevine looks at six cosmetic and restorative dentistry procedures that are used routinely to repair damaged teeth. A Porcelain Veneer These wafer-thin covers can hide a chip or crack or correct the alignment of a tooth that is slightly crooked. A Filling, Inlay, or Onlay This procedure has been […]
Is It Growing In Your Mouth?
Dental plaque can rear its ugly head in your mouth, no matter how meticulous you are with your dental hygiene. In this post from Mason Dental in Grapevine, we’ll discuss plaque and how it can go from being a nuisance to being a serious issue. The plaque process goes something like this: Bacteria naturally occurs […]
Smart Brushing Beats Aggressive Brushing
Most people brush their teeth (at least we hope so). But there are many who brush incorrectly, not realizing it may be contributing to oral problems. So those of us at Mason Dental in Grapevine ar using this space to review some basic brushing issues. First of all, frequency does not make up for incorrect […]
How Often Should I Replace My Toothbrush?
As you stand over your sink and ponder the frayed bristles of your favorite toothbrush, you may wonder whether the time has come to replace it. At Mason Dental, our answer is that if the bristles are frayed (and bent, too?), the answer is yes. No doubt about it. And yet, too many of us […]
Dead Or Just Sick?
Your teeth are alive. Sometimes we forget htat fact. They don’t grow, like hair or fingernails, and tooth enamel is not comprised of living cells. We’re reminded that they’re alive, and have active nerves, when we have a toothache or bite something too hot or cold. At Mason Dental in Grapevine, our job is to […]
