There are times when a cavity or large area of tooth decay can spread quickly. Should you choose to ignore the problem the tooth can become so compromised that it breaks off at the gum line or is otherwise lost. In a situation like this a Dr. M. J. Roybal Family Dentistry’s dentist will likely recommend extracting any remnants of... read more »

At the end of your regular dental checkup with your dentist, Dr. Mario Roybal, you will receive a basic oral cancer screening. Early detection of oral or pharyngeal cancer greatly increases the chances of having successful treatment. The American Dental Association reports that one in 92 adults will develop some form of oral or pharyngeal cancer. The average age of... read more »