Maintaining healthy teeth is an important concern for our local West Haven dental patients. As your doctor, I’m passionate about helping you care for your teeth and keep them healthy. Everyone in the West Haven knows that maintaining healthy teeth requires thorough daily brushing and flossing. Regular visits to your local West Haven dental practice…
General dentistry
We Keep Dental Patients Comfortable

To state the obvious, nobody enjoys pain. doctor Whitaker knows this, and that is why the dental team at Roy Dental Care have made patient comfort our top priority. In conjunction with creating a calm environment, we have various medications that can reduce and even eliminate pain associated with different dental procedures to give you a more…
Is Your Mouth Sore Something Serious?

As a dentist, one of my roles is to help you take care of your mouth. Some of my patients have problems with mouth sores, thus the topic of today’s message. If you have a mouth sore that lasts more than a week or two; it is critical to come in for an exam. Mouth…
Do Whitestrips Work?

If you have visited the toothpaste aisle at your Roy grocery store, you have probably noticed dozens of products that claim to whiten your teeth. A few years ago, the only over-the-counter tooth whitening options in West Haven were whitening toothpastes and Crest Whitestrips. Now there is a wide variety of products at every drugstore…
Oral Health During Pregnancy

Today’s post is for women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Carrying a precious infant can not only consume your time but your attention as well. However, don’t forget your needs and your strength during these critical months. It’s critical to understand that the multitude of changes your body experiences during pregnancy also…
No Dental Insurance? Prioritize Spending For Dental Care

Millions of Americans don’t have dental insurance, and many Utah employer plans have limited benefits. Some men and women who fail to get adequate dental care say “It’s too expensive.” If you are really living below the poverty level, this excuse may be valid. But if you have an average income, you can probably shift…
Gap-Tooth Smiles Aren’t Quite As Adorable Anymore

Have you lost teeth? It’s a lot different than when you lost your baby teeth way back in the day. Unfortunately, these don’t grow back. (And a gap-toothed smile doesn’t look as adorable as it did when you were in elementary school.) If you have had teeth extracted or if your teeth are compromised by…
Get Those Teeth In Shape!

Dental bonding is one of the most popular cosmetic dentistry procedures used and it’s not difficult to see why. There are many common dental problems that dentists can treat with bonding. Bonding uses a very sturdy resin material that is tooth-colored. The material is applied to the teeth while it is soft, much like putty,…
Seeking A Relationship In Roy?

The relationship you have with any health care professional is more important than you might think. This is as true for a dentist as any other provider. That’s just one reason why, at Roy Dental Care in Roy UT, we work hard to make our office a friendly, welcoming, and thoroughly professional place. When it…
Gum Disease Linked To Alzheimer’s: Keep Those Gums Healthy!

Gum disease is a major cause of tooth loss, but it’s a treatable condition at Roy Dental Care in Roy UT. Keeping your gums healthy is essential for your overall health, but if you need yet another reason to keep them in good shape we’ve got a doozy. Scientists have found a connection between a…