When you suddenly have to juggle extra balls, some are bound to get dropped. Perhaps you are going through a divorce or became the caregiver for an ailing parent. Perhaps you took on a second job or started night school to earn an advanced degree. Not every stressor is negative. A new baby, marriage, career,…
Gum disease
Ouch! Are Your Teeth Sensitive?
For those of you in the West Haven area who feel pain when you sip your morning coffee or who cringe each time you brush or floss, Roy Dental Care is here for you. doctor Reggie Whitaker has been treating this common issue since 2013. The first line of defense against tooth sensitivity is proper…
Daily Oral Hygiene: Put Your Heart Into It
Attention dental patients: brushing twice daily may help reduce your risk of heart disease. Scientists, dentists, and cardiologists have known for many years that there is a link between inflammation in the mouth (gum disease) and heart problems, However, a recent study evaluated oral health habits and heart disease risk. Science Daily reported on the…
Six 10-Second Healthy Tooth Helps
It doesn’t have to take a lot of time to improve your oral hygiene. In fact, you can form a new habit to benefit your oral health in 10 seconds. I’m Doctor Reggie Whitaker with Roy Dental Care writing to offer my patients 6 ways to add critical dental care to each day in 60 seconds…
5 Critical Oral Cancer Facts
Dental Checkups Are Not Just About Cavities At Roy Dental Care we urge people to come in twice a year for a dental examination and cleaning. If you forego semiannual dental checkups because you don’t believe you have any cavities, perhaps getting an oral cancer screening is a more compelling reason to see your dentist regularly.…
Know The Facts About Oral Piercings
Body piercings are a common form of self-expression seen around West Haven. Today’s post is for those who currently have an oral piercing or are considering one. Since this is a dental blog, I am sure you expect us to raise all sorts of alarms warning of the dangers of piercings. You are right. Unfortunately,…
What’s On Your Dental Wish List?
A cosmetic dental consultation is informative and enjoyable. You’ll have the opportunity to describe your goals and expectations. We Look Forward to Meeting You If this is your first visit to Roy Dental Care, you’ll discover whether you feel comfortable with Doctor Whitaker and other members of the treatment team. Successful cosmetic dentistry consultations help…
If My Gums Bleed, Should I Stop Flossing?
This is an important question occasionally asked by patients at Roy Dental Care. The answer, however, is “No!” Bleeding is probably a sign that you need to clean your teeth and gums more thoroughly—not leave them alone. It is hardly possible to clean effectively between teeth without using floss or an interdental brush. If you…
Are Your Teeth red?
…probably not. But tooth color is probably something you have been concerned about. One of our primary concerns at Roy Dental Care is ensuring that our patients maintain healthy teeth and gums. But beyond just the health aspect, I also strive to help our patients achieve beautiful smiles that they can be proud of. One important…
Have You Thanked Your Dental Assistant Lately?
Your dental practice would be a very different place if it weren’t for the expert dental assistants who work there. Today, we would like to consider the importance of these specialists who are typically overlooked. Dental assistants not only make your dental appointment more comfortable, they make it effective, efficient, and safe. You, the patient, are…
