What is the recovery time for a permanent dental implant procedure? There isn’t a standard timeline because there are many variables involved. Each Roy Dental Care patient’s treatment plan is unique. Here are some variables that affect the recovery time for a dental implant procedure. Is a tooth extraction necessary? Will I need to have…
Dental health
A Missing Tooth Can Lead to Bone Loss
Today at Roy Dental Care we would like to focus on missing teeth and bone health. Our teeth have many vital functions. We need them to chew our food, talk, and smile. But have you ever considered their role in holding up your face? When we are missing teeth, the bone around the site of…
Your Smile Can Be Brighter and Lighter
To enhance your smile, all you need to do is pick up the phone and make an appointment with Roy Dental Care. A Smile You Want to Show Off A whiter smile can change your life significantly. Many of our patients feel more self-confident in personal and professional settings with their new, whiter smiles. White…
Affordable Teeth Whitening?
If you are like most web users, you have probably observed the multitude of ads for ‘free teeth whitening kits’. At Roy Dental Care, we want to make sure our patients are protected from this potentially dangerous shortcut. Some show a ‘real Clinton mom’ who discovered a ‘tooth-whitening secret’. Others assure you that their system…
How To Make Brushing Your Teeth A Habit
Brushing your teeth on a regular basis is one of the best things you can do for your smile. Healthy teeth make a beautiful smile. Brushing can also help with gum health and even keep your breath smelling sweet. For some of us, brushing can be a loathsome chore that gets in the way of…
How Oral Inflammation Affects Your Health
At Roy Dental Care, we know inflamed gums are red flags for potentially bigger issues. Swollen and painful gums are symptoms of periodontal disease, an inflammatory gum disease. Swelling occurs from an auto-immune response of the body reacting to an infection. Infections are noticeable through pain, redness, and warmth. If the infection is left untreated,…
Hiccups In Your Dental Routine
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
The most common times people stop to brush their teeth are morning and night – either before or after breakfast, after dinner, or at bedtime. Common concerns that come with this routine involve hiccups in the schedule, from family life, to shift work or exhaustion. At Roy Dental Care, we know life can get in…
How Long Should You Brush?
Doctor Whitaker and the American Dental Association recommend two minutes as a minimum time for brushing. Most people think they brush that long but would be surprised if they actually set a timer. Most of us only brush for about a minute, if that. Roy Dental Care provides preventative dentistry. We work with our patients…
Should I Worry About My Snoring?
Snoring isn’t just an annoyance. At Roy Dental Care, we know snoring can have serious health consequences. What is Snoring? Snoring is caused by an airway obstruction in the throat or nasal cavity. The obstruction can be caused by: Poor muscle tone in the throat and tongue—when muscles relax they can collapse into the airway.…
3 Tips To Make Brushing Count
Many of Doctor Reggie Whitaker’s patients walk in for occlusion-related services, cosmetic dentistry, or cosmetic dentistry. Many for routine checkups and cleanings. And most really want to know if they are brushing effectively. Having patients come for treatment and leave with questions answered—from which toothpaste to buy to proper tools and techniques—is our business. At…
