Last Year’s Stains Don’t Belong in This Year’s Smile

A young couple smiling at each other with professionally whitened teeth.

Coffee, wine, stress, and time all leave their mark on your appearance, and your smile is often the first place to show it. If your teeth are looking tired or dull, it might be time for a professional reset. At The Billings Dentist, we understand that a bright smile can significantly boost your confidence and […]

Start Fresh With a Straighter Smile

A smiling young couple outside on the beach, enjoying the confidence cosmetic dentistry provides.

The start of a new year brings a sense of possibility, and nothing captures that feeling better than stepping forward with a smile you truly love. At The Billings Dentist, we believe a confident, refreshed look can change the way you enter every room, every conversation, and every opportunity. For many patients, Invisalign offers a […]

Fear-Free Smiles Start Here: The Benefits of Sedation Dentistry

A smiling man sits by a lake happy after stress-free dentistry in Billings, MT.

Fear shouldn’t stand between you and your health—but for many, it does. At The Billings Dentist, we see it every day: patients who avoid care until pain forces them into the chair. Dental anxiety is powerful, but it doesn’t have to control your smile. With safe, effective sedation dentistry, we help you replace panic with […]

How Cosmetic Dentistry Changes More Than Your Teeth

A young man relaxing in grass, filled with confidence from cosmetic dental treatment.

When you choose to enhance your smile, you’re also choosing to improve your oral health, self-confidence, and quality of life. Cosmetic treatments are highly customizable, allowing us to design a plan that meets your unique goals and helps you look and feel your best. At The Billings Dentist, we believe cosmetic dentistry is more than […]

Protect Your Smile by Treating TMJ Early

Categories: Dental health, TMJ/TMD
A young couple smiling together in the outdoors without TMJ issues.

At The Billings Dentist, we often see patients who don’t realize how much strain their jaw is under until symptoms become severe. The temporomandibular joint, or TMJ, connects your jaw to your skull and plays a vital role in everyday activities like speaking, eating, and even smiling. When this joint becomes stressed or injured, it […]

Is Gum Disease Sneaking Up on You?

A young man and woman smiling in ski clothes, free from worries about gum disease.

At The Billings Dentist, Dr. Neal C. Johnson, DMD, knows how easy it is for gum disease to go unnoticed until it becomes serious. Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, often develops quietly, showing subtle symptoms that many patients mistake for minor issues. Unfortunately, untreated gum disease can damage your gums, teeth, and even […]

Crown Your Smile: Simple Fixes for Damaged Teeth

A smiling adult dental fillings patient hiking outdoors with jacket and backpack in Billings, MT.

At The Billings Dentist, Dr. Neal C. Johnson, DMD, offers patients a reliable way to restore damaged teeth and enhance their smiles with porcelain dental crowns. These custom-made restorations are both functional and beautiful, blending seamlessly with your natural teeth to give you a confident smile while protecting your oral health. What Is a Dental […]

Dentures Decoded: Which Smile Solution Fits You?

An image of implant supported dentures prior to installation.

At the Billings Dentist, Dr. Neal Johnson, DMD, helps patients rediscover their confidence and comfort with customized denture solutions. If you’ve experienced tooth loss, you’re not alone—and you have more options than ever to restore your smile. From time-tested traditional dentures to advanced implant-supported systems, the right choice depends on your needs, lifestyle, and long-term […]