If you have a gap in your smile and you’re interested in replacing your missing teeth, then it’s time to consider your tooth-replacement options. One beneficial way of replacing your teeth is to fill the gap in your smile with a dental bridge. This is a great way to replace your teeth if you’re not quite fond of the invasive... read more »

Missing and lost teeth are often the result of improper care or neglect. All it takes is a single oral injury or neglected ailment to go unnoticed for your entire smile to chance indefinitely. As long as you are taking the necessary precautions to protect your teeth and gums, and seeking the proper care, your smile can grant you happiness... read more »

Are you interested in protecting your teeth? If you are, you probably know that you’ll need to set up an appointment with our dentist at least once every six months for a routine checkup. These appointments are extremely important because our team can identify issues before they become too serious—and because they’ll become more serious if they aren’t addressed. Still,... read more »

If left untreated, gum disease can pose a significant threat to the health and integrity of your teeth. The advanced form of gum disease, known as periodontitis, can result in the loss of bone tissue near the roots of your teeth. In time, this can result in the loss of multiple teeth and weaken remaining teeth. To restore the full... read more »

You may have heard of dry sockets before, but do you know exactly what they are? Dry sockets often form after you have a wisdom tooth removed, but they can form after any after any tooth is extracted. Fortunately, there are a number of things you can do to avoid this problem. If you need to have a tooth extracted,... read more »

As your son or daughter’s primary teeth are replaced by their permanent teeth, it’s natural for their back teeth to have deep pits and fissures on the biting surfaces. If residual food particles and plaque become trapped in these areas, it can lead to large areas of tooth decay. When this occurs, your dentist, Dr. David Umansky, often has to... read more »

Teeth restorations come in all shapes and sizes. Dentures can be crafted for individuals missing a few teeth or even all of them. For problems such as broken or well-worn teeth, crowns can conceal the damages that have occurred. Even teeth with cavities can be filled in with our safe resin-based composite fillings. Below is a list of some of... read more »

You probably know that there are a number of things you should do to protect your teeth. The health of your mouth can actually affect the health of your entire body. For this reason, we recommend being conscientious of the medications you take and telling our dentist about any medications you take. Would you be surprised to learn that many... read more »

During the holidays, it is tempting to let the festivities interfere with your healthy smile. This Thanksgiving, you can make some healthy choices that will allow you to enjoy Autumn's goodness while protecting the smile you work hard to achieve. At Smile Big Pediatric Dentistry in Humble, Texas, David Umansky and our team want to share some tips for you... read more »

Without professional treatment at Smile Big Pediatric Dentistry, advanced tooth decay issues can result in the loss of multiple teeth in one specific part of your mouth. This can severely compromise your mouth in many ways. Beyond simply impairing your ability to adequately chew food, it can impact your speech and make you self-conscious about your smile. In a situation... read more »