When people in the West Haven area think of diet and oral health, they frequently think about the damage sweet drinks can cause to teeth. While it’s true that these dangerous sugars cause increased acidity in the mouth and lead to tooth decay, soda, and sugary fruit drinks are only part of the dilemma. At…
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Bridging The Gap
Hello, Roy smiles! Do you have a missing tooth that is detracting from your otherwise pleasing teeth? Let Roy Dental Care fill the gap for you and help you get your brilliant smile back! A dental bridge could be the perfect answer for your missing tooth and help you chew and speak properly. A dental…
What is the Recovery Time for a Dental Implant?
What is the recovery time for a permanent dental implant procedure? There isn’t a standard timeline because there are many variables involved. Each Roy Dental Care patient’s treatment plan is unique. Here are some variables that affect the recovery time for a dental implant procedure. Is a tooth extraction necessary? Will I need to have…
A Missing Tooth Can Lead to Bone Loss
Today at Roy Dental Care we would like to focus on missing teeth and bone health. Our teeth have many vital functions. We need them to chew our food, talk, and smile. But have you ever considered their role in holding up your face? When we are missing teeth, the bone around the site of…
Your Smile Can Be Brighter and Lighter
To enhance your smile, all you need to do is pick up the phone and make an appointment with Roy Dental Care. A Smile You Want to Show Off A whiter smile can change your life significantly. Many of our patients feel more self-confident in personal and professional settings with their new, whiter smiles. White…
Affordable Teeth Whitening?
If you are like most web users, you have probably observed the multitude of ads for ‘free teeth whitening kits’. At Roy Dental Care, we want to make sure our patients are protected from this potentially dangerous shortcut. Some show a ‘real Clinton mom’ who discovered a ‘tooth-whitening secret’. Others assure you that their system…
How To Make Brushing Your Teeth A Habit
Brushing your teeth on a regular basis is one of the best things you can do for your smile. Healthy teeth make a beautiful smile. Brushing can also help with gum health and even keep your breath smelling sweet. For some of us, brushing can be a loathsome chore that gets in the way of…
Is Your Smile Holding You Back?
Have you ever taken an unanticipated trip to the supermarket looking completely disheveled in a rush to purchase an emergency item–say cough medicine or a must-have poster board for your child’s school assignment? On such an occasion you will inevitably bump into someone you know. How do you feel in your sloppy sweatpants and stained…
The Not-So-Obvious Benefits Of A Smile Makeover
A smile redesign is transformative for an individual who has been embarrassed by their smile for years. But it’s not just about looking younger and more attractive—though it most certainly will do that. It can improve your life in ways that many men and women do not understand. How can a smile makeover from Roy…
What Can Dental Veneers Do For Your Smile?
Hello, and welcome to our Roy Dental Care cosmetic dentistry blog. Today we are taking the time to answer a common question that many dental patients have. The question is, “What exactly are veneers and how are they used in cosmetic dentistry?” Porcelain Veneers Give Your Teeth a Makeover Veneers are thin shells made from…
