Is an electric toothbrush better at cleaning your teeth than a manual toothbrush? The answer depends on who you ask, because both have their advocates. In this article from Roy Dental Care in Roy UT, we aren’t going to recommend one over the other. We’re just going to take a look at the world of…
Dental health
How Long Will A Dental Crown Last?
At Roy Dental Care in Roy UT, we use dental crowns (sometimes called caps) in many restorative treatments. A crown adds strength to a tooth that has a large filling or has been injured, a crown can correct bite misalignments, and a crown is usually necessary after a root canal. With a dental implant, attaching…
Our Standard Of Excellence
At Roy Dental Care in Roy UT, we are dedicated to the dental health of each one of our patients. We want everyone who settles into one of our chairs to have a good experience. But more important, we want our work to result in healthy teeth and gums that last a lifetime. That is…
How Tooth Brushing Prevents Gum Disease
Why should everyone brush their teeth at least twice a day? At Roy Dental Care, we’re using this space to discuss why it is so important. The first, and most obvious benefit, is that brushing and flossing prevents tooth decay. It removes the food debris from between teeth and clears away plaque, that filmy residue that forms…
Can You Handle A Dental Emergency?
At Roy Dental Care in Roy UT, we hope you never have a serious dental emergency. It’s essential, however, to know what to do in such a situation. Here is a quiz on dental emergencies and other oral issues. 1. One of the wires on your braces breaks. What do you do? a. Cut off…
The Roy Dental Care Guide To Wisdom Teeth Extraction
Most people get their wisdom teeth in their late teens or early twenties, and these teeth often prove to be problematic. Sometimes called “fifth molars,” wisdom teeth often take up a lot of space – too much space – in the jaw. This can result in awkward positioning, increading the risk of tooth decay and…
Think You Know How To Brush? Think Again.
Categories: Dental health, General dentistry
You’ve been doing it since you were five. You switch to auto pilot morning and night and get it done. But are you doing it right? At Roy Dental Care in Roy UT, we see a surprising number of people making mistakes when they brush their teeth. Here are essential tooth brushing tips: 1. Take…
The Health And Beauty Consequences Of Missing Teeth
Categories: Dental health, Dental implants
This post from Roy Dental Care in Roy UT focuses on missing teeth, bone health, and the miracle of dental implants. Our teeth have many essential 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 lose teeth, the bone…
