The Right Toothbrush for Your Child

As you search for the best toothbrush for your child at the store, you might feel a bit overwhelmed and confused, especially if you’re not sure what to look for. Well, our dentist, Dr. David Umansky, is happy to help you because it’s very important to select the right toothbrush for your child. If you choose the right brush, your... read more »

Oral Hygiene Tips to Care for Your Baby’s Smile

If you’re at a loss when it comes to cleaning and caring for your baby’s smile, then our dentist, Dr. David Umansky, is happy to help you. The more you know, the better. This is because oral hygiene is vital if you want your baby to have the top-notch smile and oral health they deserve. So, our dentist is happy... read more »

How to Combat Gingivitis

Gingivitis is the first stage of gum disease, and gum disease is one of the most serious and dangerous dental issues in the world today. So, it’s important to prevent gingivitis as much as possible. To help you do so, Dr. David Umansky and our dental team have some tips for you. It’s important to keep up on oral hygiene... read more »

How to Have a Young-Looking Smile

Are you afraid of the day you’ll start to look older? If so, you probably know how to keep your skin and facial features in tip-top shape. However, did you know that your smile can also make you look old? Well, it’s true. So, if you want to maintain your youthful look, you need to maintain a young-looking smile. The... read more »

Brush Your Teeth Daily

If you brush your teeth each day, then you are doing a great job! Unfortunately, there are many people who don’t understand the importance of brushing their teeth, so they are putting their smile at risk each day. Here at Smile Big Pediatric Dentistry in Humble, Texas, our team is happy to have a chance to talk to you about... read more »

Is Your Mouth Safe and Free from Cavities?

Is your mouth safe and free from cavities? Cavities are caused by the destruction to your tooth enamel to the point that a hole has formed in a tooth. Although your tooth enamel is a very strong protective layer of your teeth, it can be eroded away as the result of plaque buildup and harmful acids. If a cavity forms,... read more »

Teeth Restorations Come in All Shapes and Sizes

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 »

The Evolution of Toothpaste Over Time

We all know that brushing your teeth twice a day is imperative for our oral health, but many people do not know how toothpaste came to be. Different forms of toothpastes have been around for thousands of years. Let’s explore the history and development of toothpaste together. Around 5000BC, the Egyptians started to use a paste to clean their teeth.... read more »