Are Your Teeth red?

Are Your Teeth yellow?

…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…

Suspect a Bite Problem?

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Hello! I’m Reggie Whitaker, DMD, of Roy Dental Care in Roy. Thanks for visiting my dental blog. The topic of today’s post is malocclusion–literally–”bad bite.” Malocclusion Affects Many People Edward Angle, a pioneer in modern orthodontics invented the term malocclusion. Malocclusion is fairly common in the population as a whole but, fortunately, in most cases…

Worried About Dental Visits?

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“How can I manage anxiety about visiting the dentist?” 1. Consider what the anxiety stems from. For example pain, injections, loss of control, personal space invasion, and embarrassment about fear of the unknown. 2. Talk about these fears and concerns with your dentist. 3. Expect respectful consideration and open discussion about resolving fears. Doctor Reggie…

Help Me, I’m Afraid Of The Dentist!

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If you are afraid of your dentist, you are not alone. At Roy Dental Care, we encounter many nervous dental patients. How do we calm their fears, provide a comfortable dental environment, and earn lifelong patients? 1) We carefully explain the findings of the initial dental examination and thoroughly outline any recommended care. The consultation…

5 Cavity Basics

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The desire to prevent decay is one of the main reasons people visit their dentists Today we are going to discuss 5 things you need to know about cavities. 1. Cavities are also called caries or tooth decay. When a tooth is permanently damaged in the hard surface, tiny openings ensue. These little holes are…