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…
General dentistry
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…
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…
Think You Know How To Brush? Think Again.
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
You’ve been doing it since you were five. You switch to auto pilot morning and night and get it done. But are you doing it right? At Roy Dental Care in Roy UT, we see a surprising number of people making mistakes when they brush their teeth. Here are essential tooth brushing tips: 1. Take…
Sleep Apnea Is A Serious Health Threat
Categories: General dentistry, Sleep apnea
At Roy Dental Care in Roy UT, we often see patients who say they have been struggling with inadequate sleep for months or even years. Some of these people end up being diagnosed with sleep apnea. You Can’t Just “Tough It Out” The reluctance to seek treatment is lamentable because it takes a toll on…
