Diagnostic

• Dental Examination
  The best way to prevent gum disease is through effective daily brushing and flossing, as well as regular professional examinations and cleanings. Unfortunately, even with the most diligent home dental care, people still can develop some form of periodontal disease. Once this disease starts, professional intervention is essential to prevent its progress.
• X-rays
  Although we are not a party to the contractual arrangement with your insurance company, we do want to help you receive the maximum reimbursement to which you are entitled. As a convenience to you we will help you process your insurance claims in order for you to receive this maximum benefit. We will also gladly provide dental x-rays and a written diagnostic report should your insurance company have any questions about the services provided.

Preventive

• Teeth Cleaning
  After the extraction, avoid brushing the teeth near the extraction site for one day. After that you can resume gentle cleaning. Avoid commercial mouth rinses, as they tend to irritate the site. Beginning 24 hours after the extraction you can rinse with salt water (1/2 teaspoon in a cup of water) after meals and before bed.
• Fluoride Treatment
  Lasers can be used to diagnose cavities. They can find hidden decay in teeth in early stages, and in some cases the decay can be reversed through hygiene and fluoride treatment and may never need filling.
• Dental Sealants
  Highly effective in preventing decay on the biting surfaces of your chewing teeth, tooth sealants are a simple procedure in which a tooth-colored acrylic “coating” is painted onto the surface of the tooth. This effectively “seals” the deep grooves acting as a barrier, protecting enamel from plaque and acids.

Restorative

• Fillings
• Resin Composite
  Inlays and onlays can be made of porcelain, gold, or composite resin. These pieces are bonded to the damaged area of the tooth. An inlay, which is similar to a dental filling, is used inside the cusp tips of the tooth; an onlay is a more substantial reconstruction that is similar to the inlay, but extends out over one or more of the cusps of the tooth.
• Veneers
  Bonding can be used as a restorative procedure for teeth that are chipped, cracked, discolored or misarranged, and is an alternative to veneers.
• Crowns
  Most dentistry looks like dentistry. Our goal is to provide dentistry that is undetectable. We replace existing crowns and dental fillings with restorations that look and feel like your natural teeth.
• Bridges
  A bridge — a device used to replace missing teeth — attaches artificial teeth to adjacent natural teeth, called abutment teeth. Bridges are either permanently attached (fixed bridges), or they can be removable.
• Dental Bonding
  The dental bonding procedure can often be completed in a single office visit, and can improve the appearance of a tooth significantly. However, since the plastic resin used is not as strong as your natural tooth enamel, it is more likely to stain, chip or break than natural teeth. Bonding typically lasts three to five years before repair is needed.
• Restorative Dentistry

Endodontics

• Root Canal Treatment
  If you experience any of these symptoms, your dentist will most likely recommend non-surgical treatment to eliminate the diseased pulp. This injured pulp is removed and the root canal system is thoroughly cleaned and sealed. This therapy usually involves local anesthesia and may be completed in one or more visits depending on the treatment required. Success for this type of treatment occurs in about 90% of cases. If your tooth is not amenable to endodontic treatment or the chance of success is unfavorable, you will be informed at the time of consultation or when a complication becomes evident during or after treatment. We use local anesthesia to eliminate discomfort. In addition, we will provide nitrous oxide analgesia if indicated. You will be able to drive home after your treatment, and you probably will be comfortable returning to your normal routine.

Periodontics

• Gingivectomy and Gingivoplasty

Prosthodontics

• Dentures
  A denture, or a complete denture as it is often called, is an appliance that is inserted in the mouth to replace natural teeth and provides support for the cheeks and lips.

Implants

• Dental Implants
  Dental implants are designed to provide a foundation for replacement teeth that look, feel, and function like natural teeth. The person who has lost teeth regains the ability to eat virtually anything and can smile with confidence, knowing that teeth appear natural and that facial contours will be preserved. The implants themselves are tiny titanium posts that are placed into the jawbone where teeth are missing. The bone bonds with the titanium, creating a strong foundation for artificial teeth. In addition, implants can help preserve facial structure, preventing the bone deterioration that occurs when teeth are missing.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

• Oral Surgery
• Tooth Extractions
  After tooth extraction, it’s important for a blood clot to form to stop the bleeding and begin the healing process. That’s why we ask you to bite on a gauze pad for 30-45 minutes after the appointment. If the bleeding or oozing still persists, place another gauze pad and bite firmly for another 30 minutes. You may have to do this several times.

Orthodontics

• Orthodontics
• Invisalign Orthodontics
  The iTero® scanner is all about keeping you comfortable while delivering precise imagery, without the putty-filled impression tray that makes you gag! This safe and effective method does not expose you to radiation and allows you to breathe and swallow naturally during the digital 3D scan. Not only is it more comfortable, but taking a digital scan for your new dental crown, bridge, or Invisalign® aligners is quick, which allows you to spend less time at the dentist’s office and more time enjoying your new smile!
• Braces
  The invisible way to straighten your teeth without braces. To discuss clear braces in the Mansfield TX area, please feel free to contact us to schedule an appointment.

General

• Teeth Whitening
  LaserSmile® is the most advanced in-office accelerated tooth whitening system available today. It creates a more aesthetic appearance by reversing discoloration of tooth enamel. LaserSmile® combines an activation gel with the laser’s unique characteristics. The primary ingredient in the LaserSmile® gel has been used in teeth whitening for over 100 years. This proven system will give you a noticeably whiter smile in a very short period of time.
• Cosmetic Dentistry
  At Mansfield Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, we are proud to offer convenient, flexible hours to our patients. If you have pain or an emergency situation, our doctors want to see you. Every attempt will be made to see you that day. If it is after hours, our office phone will direct you to a number to reach one of our doctors. Please contact our office at (817) 473-0291 with any questions or to schedule an appointment.