Ill-fitting dentures can bring about more troubles for denture wearers than they solve. If you live with loose dentures, you probably regard them as a necessary evil. Dental implants from Roy Dental Care in Roy UT are a better option. Missing Out on Life? Unfortunately, many disheartened denture wearers have stopped dining in restaurants or…
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The Gift Of Oral Health
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
Many of our dental patients at Roy Dental Care in Roy UT wonder why we still send them home with a complimentary toothbrush and roll of floss. It’s true, they do seem a little old-fashioned in our high-tech world, but don’t let their simple design fool you. A toothbrush and floss are the best tools…
Cavity Fighting Chewing Gum?
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
At Roy Dental Care in Roy UT, we are sometimes asked about Xylitol gum. What is it, exactly? Can a type of gum chewing really help prevent cavities? Xylitol is a natural sweetener that was first discovered in birch tree bark but is also found in many fruits and vegetables. Unlike most other sweeteners (natural…
Dental Implants: Change Your Life In 4 Steps
Healthy teeth that work as nature intended are vital for a high quality of life and overall health. That’s what makes dental implants, like those available at Roy Dental Care, such a major step forward in dentistry. Dental implants are titanium posts that are inserted into the jaw. The implant is, in effect, a replacement…
Which Type of Toothbrush is Best?
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
Is an electric toothbrush better at cleaning your teeth than a manual toothbrush? The answer depends on who you ask, because both have their advocates. In this article from Roy Dental Care in Roy UT, we aren’t going to recommend one over the other. We’re just going to take a look at the world of…
How Long Will A Dental Crown Last?
At Roy Dental Care in Roy UT, we use dental crowns (sometimes called caps) in many restorative treatments. A crown adds strength to a tooth that has a large filling or has been injured, a crown can correct bite misalignments, and a crown is usually necessary after a root canal. With a dental implant, attaching…
Our Standard Of Excellence
At Roy Dental Care in Roy UT, we are dedicated to the dental health of each one of our patients. We want everyone who settles into one of our chairs to have a good experience. But more important, we want our work to result in healthy teeth and gums that last a lifetime. That is…
How Tooth Brushing Prevents Gum Disease
Why should everyone brush their teeth at least twice a day? At Roy Dental Care, we’re using this space to discuss why it is so important. The first, and most obvious benefit, is that brushing and flossing prevents tooth decay. It removes the food debris from between teeth and clears away plaque, that filmy residue that forms…
Can You Handle A Dental Emergency?
At Roy Dental Care in Roy UT, we hope you never have a serious dental emergency. It’s essential, however, to know what to do in such a situation. Here is a quiz on dental emergencies and other oral issues. 1. One of the wires on your braces breaks. What do you do? a. Cut off…
The Roy Dental Care Guide To Wisdom Teeth Extraction
Most people get their wisdom teeth in their late teens or early twenties, and these teeth often prove to be problematic. Sometimes called “fifth molars,” wisdom teeth often take up a lot of space – too much space – in the jaw. This can result in awkward positioning, increading the risk of tooth decay and…
