If you are a woman, you have probably heard about the high rate of osteoporosis in the country, and the state of Utah is no exception. Did you know that several studies have suggested a connection between osteoporosis and oral health? Osteoporosis can often progress without any outward symptoms. However, at Roy Dental Care we know…
Denture implants
The Rate of Bone Loss After Extraction Can Be Slowed or Stopped With an Implant
The alveolar bone Alveolar bone loss, a result of periodontal disease, weakens the bone-supporting teeth, leading to mobility and potential tooth loss. Roy Dental Care prioritizes early detection and tailored treatment to preserve oral health and restore function, ensuring lasting smiles. The bone surrounding the teeth is called the alveolar bone. Its main job is…
A Maximum Upgrade With Mini Implants
Though they are not as well known as standard dental implants, mini implants are being used successfully in the Roy area to improve smiles. Like their larger diameter counterparts, mini implants can support a restoration for one or more missing teeth or replace a bridge or fixed denture. Denture wearers benefit greatly from these slip-free dental…
Will a Dental Implant Cause a Problem With Airport Security?
Airport security checks might be necessary, but they can be a major annoyance. Emptying your pockets. Pulling your laptop out of your carry-on. Taking your shoes off. Some men and women considering whether to get a tooth implant may wonder if it will affect airport security. Let’s answer the questions frequently asked about dental implant…
Denture Wearers Can Preserve Their Jaw Bone and Facial Shape
More than 36 million Americans don’t have any teeth. And 120 million are missing at least one tooth. (American College of Prosthodontists) 90% of people without teeth wear dentures. Are you one of them? Dentures aren’t the ideal tooth replacement If so, how are your dentures working for you? Do they slip around in your…
You Won’t Be Out Cold (Unless You Want To Be!)
Does your heart start pounding at the simple thought of having a cavity filled? Do you get sweaty palms when you pass a dental practice? Many men and women who have improved their smile with cosmetic dentistry or underwent extensive restoration services chose to use sedation. Though the terms ‘sleep dentistry’ and ‘oral conscious sedation’…
What If My Dental Insurance Doesn’t Cover Dental Implants?
For years, the dental industry has been advocating implants as the preferable tooth restoration option in most circumstances. But many dental insurance companies don’t cover tooth implants. The dental insurance industry seems to be stuck in 1970. For example, many insurers will cover dental bridges. Clearly, dental insurance companies rarely make coverage decisions based on…
Is It Growing In Your Mouth?
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…
Are You Smiling?
Hello Roy! Welcome to Roy Dental Care, and we have been here serving the West Haven area since 2013. We are constantly striving to cater to the oral health needs of our patients, and we hope that you might be one of these patients soon! One innovative way that we keep our patients and others…
Roy Dental Care Provides Quality, Compassionate Dental Care
Hello, and welcome to our dental blog. My name is doctor Reggie Whitaker and I want to tell you about Roy Dental Care. Meet Our Compassionate Team of Dental Professionals The first thing to know is that we work hard to keep our patients comfortable. Our team is compassionate and empathetic. For some individuals, the…
