Not all foods and drinks are detrimental to your teeth. Although various foods and drinks may cause dental erosion, cavities, tooth decay, gum disease, stains, and discolorations, some can actively work with your mouth to help repel dangerous debris and even re-mineralize your tooth enamel. Take your oral health care to new heights with a healthy diet. For more information... read more »

Chewing on hard or foreign objects may cause a tooth fracture. Other possible causes include getting hit in the mouth playing sports, an invasion of plaque or bacteria building, or grinding your teeth during the night or even the day. Come into Dr. David Umansky’s dental clinic to be treated by our team here in Humble, Texas, especially if you... read more »

Have you ever tried using sugarless gum as an alternative cleaning tool? According to several studies that have been done, chewing sugarless gum for roughly 20 minutes after eating can help protect your tooth enamel. The reason is related to an increase in saliva production, which can wash away plaque buildup, neutralize harmful acids, and prevent cavities. Here are a... 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 »

As you probably know, dentures are usually thought of as a restoration option for the elderly. For this reason, many adults don’t think of dentures as an option for replacing missing teeth. However, dentures can actually be extremely useful for anyone who is missing teeth—regardless of their age, as long as they fit your mouth properly. With time, you may... read more »