Most people probably know how a pediatric dentist differs from an orthodontist. But you may not know that the American Dental Association recognizes nine dental specialties. This post from Roy Dental Care in Roy UT looks at disciplines within dentistry, and the years in which they were formally recognized by the ADA. Endodontics (1983): This…
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Take Care Of Your Toothbrush!
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
The common household toothbrush. Every home has at least one, and at Roy Dental Care in Roy UT we hope our patients are all brushing their teeth after each meal. Regular brushing and flossing are still the most important things you can do for your dental health. It has been said that each toothbrush can…
Go Back In Time
So you’ve lost some teeth and hesitate to smile because of the gaps. If only you could go back in time and regain that full-toothed smile you once had. Guess what? With dental implants from Roy Dental Care in Roy UT, you can! For most patients, a dental implant is the ideal replacement for a…
Tell Your Dentist Which Prescription Meds You Are Taking
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
It’s standard practice for healthcare providers to find out what medications their patients are taking. At Roy Dental Care in Roy UT, our patients sometimes wonder why we ask them about prescription medications before their dental process. Here’s why: Some medications—prescription or over-the-counter—can affect oral health or dental treatment. Bleeding Issues Heparin/warfarin and other anticoagulants…
Sleep Apnea Treatment In Roy
Categories: General dentistry, Sleep apnea
Sleep apnea is condition in which your breathing stops periodically stops as you sleep. It’s a serious matter, linked to other health conditions. Treatment is available at Roy Dental Care in Roy UT. Three Types of Sleep Apnea There are three different types of sleep apnea. Obstructive sleep apnea is when your throat muscles relax…
3 Important Ways Protective Mouthguards Protect Young Smiles
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
Here’s an important reminder from the team at Roy Dental Care in Roy UT: when you play sports, protect your teeth with a mouthguard. Anyone who plays sports risks an injury to the mouth and teeth. It doesn’t matter if you are a professional athlete, high school player, or a 5-year-old playing youth soccer. Even…
It’s Better To Prevent A Cavity Than Fill One
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
We fill a lot of cavities at Roy Dental Care in Roy UT. Tooth decay is a serious problem, with somewhere in the area of nine of every ten American adults having at least one cavity in their teeth. It doesn’t have to be that way, because it’s easier to prevent a cavity than fill…
Best Practices For A Healthy, Beautiful Smile
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
It’s easy to become negligent about your dental health. At Roy Dental Care in Roy UT, we know that all too well! Our goal in this blog post is for you to evaluate where you stand and consider how you can improve things. Brushing Good: Brush teeth once a day. Better: Brush teeth right after…
Dental Specialties Available In Roy
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
At Roy Dental Care in Roy UT, we are general dentistry practitioners offering a wide range of valuable services. Sometimes, though, we need to refer a patient to a nearby specialist. Following are some of the most common dental specialties: Endodontists Endodontists specialize in root canal therapy and other procedures involving the root and surrounding…
6 Ways Dental Crowns Restore Smiles
Dental crowns have been around a long time, and continue to play a critical role in dentistry. At Roy Dental Care in Roy UT, we place dental crowns on patients almost every day. A dental crown, often called a cap, covers the visible part of the tooth. They are used for several common dental problems: An…
