Utah Location
Roseman Dental
10894 S River Front Pkwy
South Jordan, UT 84095
Masks required. COVID-19 safety protocols are followed at Roseman Dental. Everyone is screened using a brief questionnaire prior to entering. Individuals with suspected or confirmed COVID-19 are not permitted to enter.
*Subject to change. No appointment necessary, children are treated on a first come first serve basis and treatment will be limited by clinical capacity during the time of event.
With the new school year quickly approaching it is important to make sure that your children’s oral health is in tip-top shape. It is estimated that over 17 million children suffer from untreated tooth decay, making it the single most common chronic childhood disease in the United States. In addition to that, tooth decay causes tooth pain which is the leading cause of school absence in the U.S. Tooth pain and other oral health problems account for roughly 51 million hours of missed school each year.
It is important to have your children see a dentist on a regular basis because tooth decay often leads to cavities and gum disease. When left untreated, these conditions cause pain that makes it difficult for children to focus and learn. Visiting the dentist every six months can help prevent tooth decay from turning into cavities or worse tooth loss. Tooth loss in children can lead to poor self-esteem and problems learning to speak and form words properly.
Our Roseman Dental Utah location will be holding its sixth annual Back to School Brush-Up™ event in August to help do our part in reducing the number of hours children are absent from school due to tooth pain.
“The goal of this event is two-fold: first, to provide a positive dental experience for these children and make them life-long dental patients without the fear of going to a dentist and second, to raise awareness to the media and to the community of the unmet oral health needs of children in the local population,” said Frank Licari, Roseman University College of Dental Medicine Dean.
Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) students from the Roseman University’s College of Dental Medicine will provide free dental screenings and cleanings for all children and teens entering grades K-12 for the 2021 – 2022 academic school year. Children and teens who come in for a screening and cleaning will also get a voucher to return to Roseman Dental for a free comprehensive exam, free x-rays, and up to $50 in additional care. All dental work will be supervised by faculty members who are licensed Utah dentists. Student dentists will also provide parents with education and information about proper oral healthcare for children and teens.
Make sure to join us at our Back to School Brush-Up™ event. Don’t let tooth pain be the reason your children miss school this year.
2021 Sponsors
Thank you to our sponsors, Intermountain Healthcare, KKOS Lawyers and Northern Wasatch Association of Realtors, for helping make this event possible.
This month is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month which gives us an opportunity to hold a conversation about the brain and share the fact that Alzheimer’s and other dementias are a major public health issue. There are 50 million people worldwide living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. Everyone is at risk to develop Alzheimer’s, the only leading cause of death that cannot be prevented, cured or even slowed. If diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, your overall health and oral health can be impacted. During the month of June, join the Alzheimer’s Association in going purple and raising awareness.
During this month’s issue of Dental 360°, you’ll learn about Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month and how Alzheimer’s affects your oral health. You’ll also learn about root canals and what root canal procedures entail. In addition, you’ll learn about the new reduced fees for orthodontic treatment.
Roseman Dental & Orthodontics’ Dental 360° is a monthly e-newsletter. Each month you’ll receive a panoramic view of dental health. Dental health is key to your overall health and at Roseman Dental & Orthodontics, we are dedicated to improving not only your mouth, but your whole self. At our clinic we have an excellent team of licensed dentists, orthodontists, orthodontic residents – 30 to be exact, and dental residents all focused on you and your family’s oral health. Roseman Dental & Orthodontics has been serving its community since 2009 and is a comprehensive, one-stop shop for all your dental needs including dental, orthodontic and craniofacial cleft lip & palate treatment.
We hope you find Dental 360° helpful and informative. We look forward to connecting with you monthly.
This month is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month which gives us an opportunity to hold a conversation about the brain and share the fact that Alzheimer’s and other dementias are a major public health issue. There are 50 million people worldwide living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. Everyone is at risk to develop Alzheimer’s, the only leading cause of death that cannot be prevented, cured or even slowed. If diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, your overall health and oral health can be impacted. During the month of June, join the Alzheimer’s Association in going purple and raising awareness.
During this month’s issue of Dental 360°, you’ll learn about Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month and how Alzheimer’s affects your oral health. You’ll also learn about root canals and what root canal procedures entail. In addition, you’ll gain a better understanding of why you may have swollen gums.
Roseman Dental’s Dental 360° is a monthly e-newsletter. Each month you’ll receive a panoramic view of dental health. Dental health is key to your overall health and at Roseman Dental, we are dedicated to improving not only your mouth, but your whole self. At our clinic we have an excellent team of licensed dentists, dental residents and students, and dental assistants and hygienists all focused on you and your family’s oral health. We offer comprehensive care, are a one-stop shop for all your dental needs and offer dental care at a cost typically lower than what you would find at a traditional dental office. Roseman Dental has been serving its community since 2011 and we look forward to continuing to serve you and your family.
We hope you find Dental 360° helpful and informative. We look forward to connecting with you monthly.
Alzheimer’s is a degenerative brain disease and the most common form of dementia among older adults. Dementia is not a specific disease, but rather an overall term that describes a group of symptoms. Alzheimer’s is an irreversible, progressive brain disorder that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills, and behavior – the ability to carry out simple tasks. According to the National Institute of Aging the disease is currently ranked as the sixth leading cause of death in the United States, but recent estimates indicate that the disorder may rank third.
Signs & Symptoms of Alzheimer’s
Memory problems are usually one of the first signs of cognitive impairment related to the disease; however, the first symptoms of Alzheimer’s vary between each person. Common symptoms include a decline in non-memory aspects of cognition including:
Word-finding
Vision/spatial issues
Impaired reasoning & judgment
Stages of Alzheimer’s
There are three stages of Alzheimer’s which are Mild, Moderate and Severe.
Mild Stage of Alzheimer’s
In this first stage of Alzheimer’s the disease begins to progressively get worse and memory loss and other cognitive difficulties increases. Typically, individuals are diagnosed in this stage. Problems experienced in the Mild stage of Alzheimer’s include:
Wandering & getting lost
Trouble handling money and paying bills
Repeating questions
Taking longer to complete normal daily tasks
Personality & behavior changes
Moderate Stage of Alzheimer’s
In this second stage of Alzheimer’s the disease starts damaging areas of the brain that control language, reasoning, sensory processing, and conscious thought. Problems experienced in the Moderate stage of Alzheimer’s include:
Recognizing family & friends
Learning new things
Carrying out multistep tasks such as getting dressed
Coping with new situations
Hallucinations, paranoia & delusions
Severe Stage of Alzheimer’s
In this third and final stage of Alzheimer’s plaques and tangles spread throughout the brain and brain tissue significantly shrinks. Problems experienced in the Severe stage of Alzheimer’s include:
Inability to communicate
Completely dependent on others for care
Oral Health & Alzheimer’s
Daily oral care is extremely important in the Mild stage of Alzheimer’s and focuses on prevention. Prevention includes brushing, flossing and regular check-ups and cleanings. By focusing on prevention, the need for extensive procedures later decreases. As Alzheimer’s progresses those diagnosed may be less able to tolerate daily oral care and necessary dental procedures. In the Moderate and Severe stages of Alzheimer’s oral health could become more challenging. Those with Alzheimer’s may forget how to use a toothbrush, how to brush, how to rinse and how to floss. They also may be resistant to their caregivers when the caregiver attempts to assist with daily oral care.
The Alzheimer’s Association provides the following tips for caregivers of those with Alzheimer’s:
Provide short, simple instructions
Use a “watch me” technique
Keep the teeth & mouth clean
Try different types of toothbrushes
Floss regularly
Be aware of potential mouth pain
It is very important to not only keep up on the daily oral care, but also to visit the dentist regularly. As a caregiver, make sure to find the right dentist. It is important to find a dentist that has dealt or deals with patients with dementia or with elderly patients. When visiting the dentist, make sure that the dentist has a list of all medications and healthcare providers who are caring for the patient with Alzheimer’s. It will increasingly get more difficult to keep up with regular dental visits as the disease progresses; however, as a caregiver do your best to keep up on the dental visits for as long as possible. These regular dental visits will help prevent tooth decay, gum problems, pain and infection.
Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month
This month is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month which gives us an opportunity to hold a conversation about the brain and share the fact that Alzheimer’s and other dementias are a major public health issue. There are 50 million people worldwide living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. Everyone is at risk to develop Alzheimer’s, the only leading cause of death that cannot be prevented, cured or even slowed. If diagnosed with Alzheimer’s your overall health and oral health can be impacted. During the month of June, join the Alzheimer’s Association in going purple and raising awareness.
Roseman Dental & Orthodontics is dedicated to serving its community and in April our faculty, residents and staff were able to provide much-needed dental services. On April 23, Roseman Dental & Orthodontics partnered with Volunteers in Medicine Southern Nevada (VMSN), to help serve patients of VMSN. The Clinic was able to treat 48 patients in one day, compared to the average of 17 patients that are seen on a regular dental clinic day. Care that was provided, free of charge, included prophy, SRPs (deep cleanings), extractions, and fillings. VMSN had lost funding to their dental program as well as volunteers willing to perform dentistry, so Roseman Dental & Orthodontics jumped at the opportunity to help.
“It was a full day of dentistry, but most importantly, a full day of taking care of people that very much needed our help,” stated Dr. Erin Greene, Advanced Education in General Dentistry Residency Program Director.
At the end of this month, the World Health Organization (WHO) will celebrate May 31 as World No Tobacco Day, a day focused on informing the public on the dangers of using tobacco and the business practices of tobacco companies. The day also focuses on the WHO initiatives in fighting the tobacco epidemic and what people around the world can do to claim their right to health and healthy living and to protect future generations. This year, the theme for World No Tobacco Day is “Commit to Quit.” There is no better time than the present to commit to stop smoking. When an individual quits, the body begins to heal itself and reverse the side effects of smoking and oral health and overall health begin to improve. Make the commitment today to quit.
During this month’s issue of Dental 360°, you’ll learn about the new reduced fees for orthodontic treatment and you’ll meet our new orthodontic resident program director, Glen Roberson, DMD. In addition, you’ll learn the effects of smoking on your oral health and how COVID-19 caused people to delay their dental and medical care and how this delayed care is cause for concern.
Roseman Dental & Orthodontics’ Dental 360° is a monthly e-newsletter. Each month you’ll receive a panoramic view of dental health. Dental health is key to your overall health and here at Roseman Dental & Orthodontics, we are dedicated to improving not only your mouth, but your whole self. At our clinic we have an excellent team of licensed dentists, orthodontists, orthodontic residents – 30 to be exact, and dental residents all focused on you and your family’s oral health. Roseman Dental & Orthodontics has been serving its community since 2009 and is a comprehensive, one stop shop for all your dental needs including dental, orthodontic and craniofacial cleft lip & palate treatment.
We hope you find Dental 360° helpful and informative. We look forward to connecting with you monthly.
At the end of this month, the World Health Organization (WHO) will celebrate May 31 as World No Tobacco Day, a day focused on informing the public on the dangers of using tobacco and the business practices of tobacco companies. The day also focuses on the WHO initiatives in fighting the tobacco epidemic and what people around the world can do to claim their right to health and healthy living and to protect future generations. This year, the theme for World No Tobacco Day is “Commit to Quit.” There is no better time than the present to commit to stop smoking. When an individual quits, the body begins to heal itself and reverse the side effects of smoking and oral health and overall health begin to improve. Make the commitment today to quit.
During this month’s issue of Dental 360°, you’ll learn the effects of smoking on your oral health and how COVID-19 caused people to delay their dental and medical care and how this delayed care is cause for concern. You’ll also learn reasons why you may have a toothache and possible causes of bad breath and how to treat it.
Roseman Dental’s Dental 360° is a monthly e-newsletter. Each month you’ll receive a panoramic view of dental health. Dental health is key to your overall health and here at Roseman Dental, we are dedicated to improving not only your mouth, but your whole self. At our clinic we have an excellent team of licensed dentists, dental residents and students, and dental assistants and hygienists all focused on you and your family’s oral health. We offer comprehensive care, are a one stop shop for all your dental needs and offer dental care at a cost typically lower than what you would find at a traditional dental office. Roseman Dental has been serving its community since 2011 and we look forward to continuing to serve you and your family.
We hope you find Dental 360° helpful and informative. We look forward to connecting with you monthly.
James M. Broadbent, DDS, MS Associate Professor of Dental Medicine
Dr. James M. Broadbent joined Roseman University of Health Sciences in 2009 (the first year of orthodontic residency training) as a full-time faculty member in the Advanced Education in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics/MBA (AEODO/MBA) Residency Program. At Roseman, he is course director of several modules of learning. He serves on University faculty senate and several committees. His professional and research interests include phase I orthopedic growth modification, functional jaw orthopedics, accelerated orthodontics, facial esthetics, and air way and temporomandibular joint disorders.
Dr. Broadbent graduated from Brigham Young University with a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Zoology. Dr. Broadbent received his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from the Northwestern University Dental School in Chicago. He completed a dental specialties internship at the Chandler Medical Center, University of Kentucky. He then served as an Assistant Professor of Crown and Bridge at Northwestern University Dental School and practiced general dentistry prior to dental specialty training. Dr Broadbent received his Master of Science (MS) degree and Certificate in Orthodontics from Northwestern University.
Dr. Broadbent practiced orthodontics many years in Provo, Utah, and served as adjunct faculty at Utah Technical College (now Utah Valley University), American Institute of Medical Dental Technology, and Provo College. Dr. Broadbent made a significant contribution to the art and science of orthodontics in teaching numerous continuing education courses, seminars, and presentations at local, state, and national and international dental meetings, and university graduate training programs. Along the way, he was awarded the Joseph E. Johnson Outstanding Table Clinic, American Association of Orthodontists, and twice the (AAFO) J. Robert Bronson Clinician of the Year award.
Dr. Broadbent completed board certification in orthodontics, achieving the status of Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics. His interest and training in temporomandibular joint disorders and oral facial pain lead to achieving status of Diplomate, American Academy of Pain Management.
Dr. Broadbent has published many articles in several professional journals. He served as president of the Provo District Dental Society, Utah Dental Association annual program, and president of the Utah Association of Orthodontists.
Dr. Broadbent demonstrates vision and leadership in community organizations and service. He is recognized as a Kentucky Colonel, Commonwealth of Kentucky; member President’s Club, Brigham Young University; Boy Scouts of America distinguished Silver Beaver; and James E. West Fellow. For more than 20 years he served the Boy Scouts of America; Utah National Parks Council (one of the largest National BSA Councils), as Council Jamboree Chairman; National Boy Scout Jamboree, A.P. Hill Virginia (1985, 1989, 1993); and Chair of highly successful Council Events (1996, 2000) and as Utah National Parks Council Commissioner (1987-2000) and UNPC Vice President Program (2000-2003). He earned the distinguished Eagle Scout and Silver Explorer awards.
Dr. Broadbent is a member of the American Dental Association, Utah Dental Association, American Association of Orthodontists, Rocky Mountain Society of Orthodontists, Utah Association of Orthodontists, American Association for Functional Orthodontics, International Association for Orthodontics, and the American Dental Educators Association.
Before joining Roseman University of Health Sciences, he served as attending dentist and adjunct faculty instructor of several courses of education at Salt Lake Community College, Dental Hygiene Program (South Jordan Utah Campus).
Dr. Broadbent is licensed to practice dentistry in California, Nevada, and Utah.
Personal activities include fly fishing, off-road rock crawling motor sports, over landing motor sports, and white water river running.
Prashanti Bollu, MBA, MS, DMD Program Director, Associate Professor of Dental Medicine, AEODO/MBA Program
Dr. Prashanti Bollu received dental school training from Boston University School of Dental Medicine. She holds a Master’s degree in Health Care Administration as well as a Master’s in Business Administration. Part of the inaugural class, Dr. Bollu received her orthodontic training from the Roseman University of Health Sciences.
Dr. Bollu has received several awards for outstanding academic achievements during her undergraduate and graduate training. Her interest in research was sparked early in dental school and strengthened further during her employment at Boston University during which time she worked with many prominent researchers. She has been involved in several research projects and presented multiple posters at national conferences. Dr. Bollu has been recognized by DENTSPLY and Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Society, for outstanding research.
Besides serving as a clinical and teaching faculty, Dr. Bollu was actively involved in growing the research component of the Advanced Education in Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics (AEODO) /MBA Residency Program. As Director of Dental Research for College of Dental Medicine (Henderson Campus), she facilitated all resident and faculty research endeavors. Her research interests include Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT), practice management issues, orthodontic insurance coverage gaps and access to orthodontic care.
Currently, Dr. Prashanti Bollu serves as the Interim Program Director for the AEODO/MBA residency program. She also practices in a few private orthodontic offices in the Las Vegas area. Dr. Bollu is a Board Certified Orthodontist and has active professional affiliations with multiple national and regional dental/orthodontic associations including American Association of Orthodontics, Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists, and Southern Nevada Dental Society. She has also been a member of the International Association of Dental Research as well as the American Association of Dental Research.
