A healthy smile is not only a reflection of good dental care but also a gateway to overall well-being. The foundation of a radiant smile begins with proper oral hygiene practices. At Roy Dental Care, we believe that prevention is key to maintaining optimal oral health. In this article, we will explore the importance of…
General dentistry
Think You May Have A Cavity?
Hello, friends of Roy Dental Care! Teeth take a lot of tender, loving care. And even when we do our best to practice daily dental hygiene, bacteria can still sneak in and cause cavities – the common cold of oral health. At Roy Dental Care, we have been filling cavities for years and would be…
How Tooth Grinding Can Damage Your Smile
What is Tooth Grinding? Tooth grinding (or bruxism in doctor-speak) is a common behavior among people of all ages. It is when a person involuntarily clenches their jaw or rubs their teeth together. Tooth grinding can occur during the day or night and can affect kids and adults. Some individuals grind their teeth intermittently when…
Roy Dental Care Takes Care Of Plaque, Calculus, And Cavities
Hi. I’m Doctor Reggie Whitaker. Welcome to my Roy dental blog! I find that many of my patients in the Clinton, Layton, and Hooper areas get a couple of dental terms mixed up. Today, I would like to clarify the differences between plaque, dental calculus, and cavities. Plaque is a film that covers teeth –…
Great Reasons to Floss Your Teeth
Flossing is a bit of a chore. It takes a little extra time, and if you haven’t flossed in a while, it can even be painful. It’s no wonder our team at Roy Dental Care is constantly reminding our patients to ‘brush and floss!’ Flossing is vital, You’ll never hear one of us say ‘Don’t…
Not Your Mother’s Jewelry: 5 Reasons Tongue Piercings Are Dangerous
Let’s get right to it; while tongue, cheek, and lip piercings are ‘so in’ right now, here are five reasons to keep piercings where they belong—in your ears, according to Roy Dental Care: Excessive drooling—YIKES! Chipped teeth Infection (some even in places you wouldn’t think can get infected) Hypersensitivity to metal Nerve damage Drooling Lip…
Crowning Achievements In Dentistry
Today’s Roy Dental Care article looks at one of the miracles of modern dentistry: dental restoration. Let’s pretend you are a biomedical engineer working in the field of dentistry before the discovery of dental restorations. The men and women of your generation who have missing or damaged teeth want to repair or replace them with…
You May Have Gingivitis
Every person’s mouth provides a cozy home for over 600 types of bacteria. If you are devoted to oral hygiene and have healthy gums, these microbes usually don’t influence your health. However, if you have gum disease, bacteria can enter your bloodstream through your gums and cause problems. The first sign of gingivitis is swollen,…
Focusing On The Top 3 At Roy Dental Care
I’m Dr. Reggie Whitaker. I’ve been practicing dentistry here in Roy, Utah since 2013. I have found amazing people in this community. At Roy Dental Care, we focus on three important things as we attempt to be your dental provider of choice. Family Roy Dental Care focuses on your Family. We want to be the…
Yes, We Treat Bad Breath
When dental patients ask if mouthwash cures bad breath, we at Roy Dental Care tell them that treating bad breath with mouthwash is like drenching yourself with cologne instead of taking a shower. Mouthwash is only a temporary mask for odor caused by poor oral hygiene, tongue bacteria, or digestive ailments. The best-selling mouthwashes have…
