by Smiles Unlimited | Jan 31, 2019 | Dentistry
There are many aspects of immune disorders which are not well understood. What doctors and scientists do know, however, is that the body’s immune system has the potential to attack healthy, normal cells. This is the case with Behcet’s disease. What is Behcet’s...
by Smiles Unlimited | Jan 31, 2019 | Dentistry
If you are an individual that has deep grooves in your teeth, then you may be a candidate for dental sealants. When teeth have developed with deep grooves, they can prove challenging to keep clean even with the best oral hygiene routine. Food and bacteria naturally...
by Smiles Unlimited | Jan 31, 2019 | Dentistry
Everyone knows that braces and Invisalign® can help straighten your teeth and make your smile look great. But some people don’t know that properly aligned teeth also have benefits that improve your oral health! There are multiple types of malocclusion (crooked teeth)...
by Smiles Unlimited | Jan 31, 2019 | Dentistry
Do you know someone that has good genes? Perhaps an uncle that is 60, but doesn’t look a day over 40? Or maybe you have a friend who can eat whatever they want and never gain a pound. Thanks to the DNA you inherit from mom and dad, your appearance, preferences,...
by Smiles Unlimited | Jan 31, 2019 | Dentistry
Herpetic lesions – more commonly known as cold sores – are easily identified as tiny fluid-filled blisters that develop around the mouth, including the lips, gums, tongue, cheeks, and the throat. The blisters may result in itching, burning, or tingling. Cold sores...
by Smiles Unlimited | Jan 31, 2019 | Dentistry
Social activity and drinking may date back to ancient times, but that doesn’t mean that alcohol consumption isn’t without risk, particularly to your oral health. Here are the facts you need to know about the effects of alcohol on your mouth: Oral Cancer- All cancers...