Hello! I’m Scott Mason, DDS, of Mason Cosmetic & Family Dentistry in Grapevine. Thanks for visiting my dental blog. The topic of today’s post is malocclusion – literally – “bad bite”. Edward Angle, a pioneer in modern orthodontics invented the term malocclusion. Malocclusion is fairly common in the population as a whole but, fortunately, in …
Bite down hard, but not on Dr. Mason’s hand! Do you find that biting down hard is painful or awkward? There are ways to find the source of the trouble and there are ways to make it right. Let Mason Cosmetic & Family Dentistry in Grapevine, Texas help you with that everyday chewing luxury most …
Some people don’t feel that their smile is an asset, so they do their best to keep it hidden. Pictures, funny movies, jokes, hilarious internet videos – none of these can coax a smile or laugh. If this person sounds familiar, then maybe you would like some information about complete smile makeovers. Don’t be embarrassed! …
Swollen and painful gums are symptoms of periodontal disease, an inflammatory gum disease. Swelling occurs from an auto-immune response of the body reacting to an infection. Infections are noticeable through pain, redness, and warmth. If the infection is left untreated, it can affect the bone near the teeth. The body’s immune system wants to rid …
Grapevine and Southlake tooth whitening treatments have advanced significantly. The team at Mason Cosmetic & Family Dentistry is trained on the safest and most effective products and systems. If you need the latest dental info on teeth whitening, schedule a consultation by calling 817-481-4717. At Mason Cosmetic & Family Dentistry in Grapevine, we are excited …
Having braces in Grapevine uncovers unique concerns. Hello, I’m Dr. Scott Mason at Mason Cosmetic & Family Dentistry. I support healthy oral hygiene and regular, consistent check-ups. Hygiene for braces is a bit different. Here are five essential concerns to keep in mind with braces: 1. Be Careful What You Eat Sweets and extra food …
These days Grapevine residents are more conscious of their health than ever. Many of us are trying to stay active, eat a balanced diet, and better manage stress. When you feel healthy, attractive, and happy, you smile more often. You want your smile to compliment and enhance your physical and mental condition. Here at Mason …
At Mason Cosmetic & Family Dentistry, Dr. Scott Mason is often asked how to choose the most basic tool of oral hygiene, the toothbrush. Picking a toothbrush in Grapevine can be as difficult as choosing a paint color, and there seem to be just as many choices. If you have visited the dental section of …
Teeth whitening is a popular cosmetic dentistry service that Mason Cosmetic & Family Dentistry provides in-office or through a take home kit. Results vary, but most patients experience significant lightening that lasts up to a year. Our Grapevine and Colleyville teeth whitening patients affirm that a whiter smile boosts self confidence and can take years …
Here is the Mason Cosmetic & Family Dentistry guide to treating teeth grinding. Understand Most teeth grinding will occur while sleeping. Consistent teeth grinding might be suspected with a sore jaw and dull headache in the mornings. Anxiety or stress are not the only reasons grinding may appear. It can also be related to an …
