Believe it or not plaque can rear its ugly head in any Roy mouth – even yours – no matter how meticulous you try to be. If you have deep grooves, watch out. If you have a receding gum line, watch out. If you are a candy-loving Roy resident with the proverbial sweet tooth, watch…
Cosmetic Dentistry
Your Mouth Sore Might Be Stomatitis

Ouch! The mouth is a bad place for injuries, sores, or inflammation. It seems that even the smallest irritation in the mouth can cause serious discomfort for Roy dental patients. Inflammation Causes Stomatitis These non-specific irritations in the mouth have a name. They are called stomatitis. A good general definition for stomatitis is the inflammation…
7 Ways To Fix A Chipped Tooth

In a perfect world, each of your precious teeth would stay healthy, strong, and brilliantly white throughout your life. The truth is, however, that most Utah men and women will need to restore a tooth at some point. A tooth can be compromised by tooth decay, enamel erosion, a chip or crack, gum disease, or…
Roy Dental Care Can Make Your Whites Whiter

Hi, I’m doctor Reggie Whitaker, an experienced Roy general dentist serving the greater West Haven area. One of the most common requests I get from my dental patients is whiter teeth. I am happy to say that Roy dental patients are in luck when it comes to teeth whitening in Utah, because cosmetic dentistry procedures…
Help Me, I’m Afraid Of The Dentist!

If you are afraid of your dentist, you are not alone. At Roy Dental Care, we encounter many nervous dental patients. How do we calm their fears, provide a comfortable dental environment, and earn lifelong patients? 1) We carefully explain the findings of the initial dental examination and thoroughly outline any recommended care. The consultation…
Sleep Dentistry At Roy Dental Care

Dental visits can be extremely stressful and for some Utah residents, the fear and anxiety associated with a trip to the dentist prevents them from getting the care they need. At Roy Dental Care we provide the best oral sedation dentistry available. We will accommodate your needs with minimal, moderate, or deep sedation. Don’t let…
5 Cavity Basics

The desire to prevent decay is one of the main reasons people visit their dentists Today we are going to discuss 5 things you need to know about cavities. 1. Cavities are also called caries or tooth decay. When a tooth is permanently damaged in the hard surface, tiny openings ensue. These little holes are…
How Dental Assistants Ensure Quality Dental Care

At Roy Dental Care, each dental professional on our team helps us operate smoothly and provide a first-rate level of care. Today’s article focuses on the role of a dental assistant. Dental Assistants Play An Important Role at Our Practice You most likely think of the dental assistant as: “The one who suctions my mouth…
Roy Dental Care Patients Have A Choice In Dental Fillings

With all the talk in West Haven of multi-procedure smile makeovers involving veneers, porcelain crowns, bridges, teeth whitening, dental implants, and invisible braces, sometimes the traditional dental filling is overlooked. If a cavity progresses no further than a filling, Utah cosmetic dental patients can avoid more extensive and invasive treatments. Today, let’s talk about dental…
Celebrating The Past And Looking To The Future At Roy Dental Care

It has now been over 150 years since the first dental license was issued to Sir John Tomes. Utah dental patients should be grateful for the advances made in dentistry during the past century and a half. There was a time when West Haven blacksmiths and wig makers would also extract teeth with forceps to…