Mansfield Family Dentistry

01/07/2026

🧡🦷 Tooth Tip Tuesday! 🦷🧡

Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)
When an airway is obstructed while you sleep and as a result, you are not getting oxygen while you're asleep.

Watch this week's Tooth Tip Tuesday Video as Dr. Bryton discusses facts about obstructive sleep apnea.

SNORING
• Snoring can be an obvious sign of OSA
• If you do NOT snore, you may still have sleep apnea!

HOW COMMON IS IT
• 20% of the adult population have OSA!!
(Children can have it too)!!

WHOLE BODY EFFECTS
• OSA affects your whole body
• Exhaustion
• Heart ... stroke / heart attacks / high blood pressure
• Increased risk for dementia
• Increased risk for diabetes

WHAT TO DO
ASK US!
It may be something as simple as an oral appliance.
Or it may be needing some additional testing.

If you think you may have OSA or you think you know someone who does (maybe that snoring spouse), please reach out - we would love to help you!!

Enjoy! 🧡🦷

Tooth Tip Tuesday - He’s back and discussing obstructive sleep apnea! 😴

11/18/2025

We are looking to add a dental hygienist and 1-2 dental assistants to our crew to help care for all of your needs! 🤩🦷

DM me if you would like to chat more details or share with anyone you know may be interested!

10/15/2025

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A recent case involving a 3-year-old child with multiple active cavities and a dental abscess serves as a strong reminder of how crucial early oral care truly is. At this tender age, children are too young to understand the importance of their teeth—the responsibility for their oral health rests entirely on the parents. Neglecting dental hygiene in the early years can result in serious outcomes, from pain and infection to lasting effects on growth, speech, confidence, and overall well-being.

Cavities in young children should never be dismissed as “just baby teeth.” When untreated, they can cause early tooth loss, making it difficult for the child to chew, speak, and smile comfortably. Infections can lead to pain, disturbed sleep, poor appetite, and nutritional deficiencies—all of which can hinder normal development and affect the child’s quality of life.

Parents and caregivers are the first line of defense. Brushing a child’s teeth twice daily with the right toothpaste should begin as soon as the first tooth appears. Routine dental visits—ideally starting by age one—help detect early problems and guide families on proper care. Managing dietary sugar is equally vital, as frequent snacking on sweets and sugary drinks remains a leading cause of childhood decay.

Children mirror their parents’ habits. Turning brushing time into a shared, enjoyable ritual helps build lifelong oral care routines. By setting the right example and prioritizing prevention from day one, parents can ensure their child grows up with a healthy smile—and a healthy start in life.

📸 Clinical Case & Photography: .fatimaluna

09/16/2025

Do you know any DENTAL ASSISTANTS out there?
We are looking to add 1-2 full or part time assistants to our crew!
Spread the word and send them our way! 🤩🦷🧡

06/25/2025

If you’ve ever sat in Dr. Bryton’s dental chair, you have probably heard about his favorite week of the year - Hot Rock! ☄️🏀
It’s a week where he gets to go back to his hometown of Adrian with a ton of his best buddies / mentors and coach almost 300 kids in a basketball / outreach camp!
Here’s a video to catch a glimpse into a favorite week of the year for the the Mansfields!!
Enjoy! ❤️🧡🖤

06/10/2025

Do you know any hygienists? We are looking for a full or part time hygienist! 🤩🦷
Spread the word and send them our way!

06/09/2025

Our winner of my birthday week giveaway is …. Amanda Lanser!!!
I’ll be in touch to get you your sonicare!! 🌟🪥Thanks for sharing your birthday traditions!! 💞🎉

06/05/2025

I asked - and you answered!! 🎉

For my 4️⃣0️⃣th birthday today, I wanted to gift someone with something.
I asked what you guys wanted and an overwhelming response of a power toothbrush 🪥 came back.

Sooooo today I want to give away a Sonicare DiamondClean…but first - let’s hear your fun / funny / failed birthday traditions! 🦷🧡

I’ll choose the winner later today - can’t wait to hear all your traditions! 🎁

- Jillian Mansfield

06/03/2025

Do you know any hygienists looking for a full or part time job?
Send them our way! 🤩🦷🧡

05/13/2025

🧡🦷 Tooth Tip Tuesday! 🦷🧡

SPECIAL SHOUTOUT!!!
HAPPY 100th BIRTHDAY TO DR. BRYTON'S GRANDMA! 🥳
Grandma turned 100 on 5/11 - Mother's Day! Wow!
She is having a big birthday party this coming weekend with one of her best friends also turning 100!
Help us wish her a happy birthday!

Flouride - is it safe?

With all the recognition in the news about fluoride lately, we have had a lot of questions in the office on the safety and effectiveness of fluoride.

Watch this week's Tooth Tip Tuesday Video as Dr. Bryton explains his evidence-based views on fluoride!

Questions? Just ask! We would love to help you with any questions or concerns you may have!

Enjoy! 🧡🦷

Tooth Tip Tuesday - Happy 100th Birthday to Grandma! AND Is Fluoride Safe with Dr Bryton!

04/29/2025

🧡🦷 Tooth Tip Tuesday! 🦷🧡

What Actually IS Sleep Apnea?

There are 2 different types of sleep apnea.
1 that is controlled by the central nervous system and 1 that is called "obstructive sleep apnea" (key word - "obstructive").

Watch this week's Tooth Tip Tuesday Video as Dr. Bryton explains the difference between the 2 types, and the causes of them.

The crew at Mansfield Family Dentistry will soon be screening our patients to see if you could benefit from some help with sleep apnea!

Questions? Or are you worried you might be at high risk? Just ask!
We would love to help you with any questions or concerns you may have, and get you in the right hands to take care of you!

Enjoy! 🧡🦷

Tooth Tip Tuesday - What actually IS Sleep Apnea with Dr. Bryton

04/17/2025

CONGRATS to Kyler for coming in 1st place for the NCAA Men's bracket for the Mansfield Family Dentistry pool!
CONGRATS to Jake, Barry, Pat, and Mike for being in the top 5!!

Congrats and cannot wait to try again next year!

** We will reach out for you to claim your prize!