At Roy Dental Care, we are concerned not only with the condition of your mouth, but also with how it impacts your complete physical health and general well-being. Today’s post looks at the connection between diabetes and oral health and may be of interest to Roy residents with diabetes as well as individuals who are…
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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…
Unexpected Stress? Don’t Forget Your Smile
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,…
Is Cosmetic Dentistry For You?
Many of the patients who visit Roy Dental Care have questions about cosmetic dentistry. There is some reliable information online, but there are many questions that only a cosmetic dentist can answer. New developments in cosmetic dentistry have made it safe, affordable, and worth your consideration if you want to improve your smile and look…
What You See And What You Don’t
If you have had restorations, orthodontia, or a complete smile makeover, you want people to notice the final outcome – your sensational smile. There is a lot, however, that is going on behind the scenes. Today’s post talks about three important smile makeover components that are not readily apparent when you smile, but are often…
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…
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…
Out of Toothpaste? Here Are 5 Alternative Solutions to Maintain Your Oral Health
Toothpaste plays a vital role in maintaining oral hygiene in our West Haven area. There is no doubt that modern toothpaste provides important medical benefits and will help you keep your teeth healthy and strong. But what happens when you run out of toothpaste unexpectedly? Fret not! There are several alternative solutions readily available in…
What is the Difference Between a Dental Inlay or an Onlay?
If you have tooth sensitivity or pain when you chew with your back teeth, the surfaces may be damaged. One option for restoration is the use of an inlay or onlay made of metal, composite resin, or porcelain. Inlays are very strong and shaped to precisely fit a hole in a damaged tooth. The choice…
