Our Blog – Smiles Unlimited

There are many ingredients that play a role in maintaining good oral hygiene and not everyone’s recipe is the same.  For some sensitivity is an issue, while others simply desire a whiter smile. But what everyone does have in common is the use of toothpaste to help...

If infection has spread to the nerve of a tooth, it has the potential to spread to other teeth as well as your jaw.  In this scenario the tooth may need a root canal. The inner part of a tooth is called the pulp and it has two major functions.  One is that it has...

It’s common knowledge that a poor diet will have negative consequences on your body.   However, what many fail to realize is that a poor diet can be just as unhealthy for your teeth.  Here are some tips for keeping your smile free of cavities and stains: -Sugary...

Geographic tongue is a chronic inflammatory condition that affects 3 percent of the population.  Luckily those affected don’t need to worry about mountains or peninsulas in their mouth, but there are certain methods to manage your condition and control its cosmetic...

Although sports injuries are common for those who are active, having a tooth knocked out can wipe the smile right off one’s face!  All it takes is one wrong swing of a bat or a stray elbow to change one’s smile forever. Here are some tips to follow for the most common...

Teeth are a crucial part of our lives.  Not only does a smile help make a first impression, but teeth are also vital for communication – spoken and unspoken!  And although the majority of people brush their teeth twice a day and braces are commonplace in our society,...

We all know that you only get one chance to make a first impressions and one of the most influential factors in making a good first impression is a nice smile.  People who are self-conscious about their teeth are often hesitant to smile which can make them seem...

Fear of pain is one of the most common reasons people give for delaying visits to the dentist.  However at Smiles Unlimited Dentistry, P.C., our patients are kept comfortable not only be a welcoming atmosphere, but also by the availability of anesthetics that can numb...

Society has greatly changed within the last couple of generations – especially when it comes to the use of tobacco products.  In the 40s a pop culture icon would be seen in a magazine smoking a cigarette and people aspired to look as chic. Fast forward to today, and...

Keeping your teeth healthy with regular cleanings is important for removing plaque, tartar and other bacteria that develops above the gums.  If you have poor oral hygiene, eating habits or use tobacco products, you may notice that your gums have become swollen, red...