Ouch! The mouth is a bad place for injuries, sores, or inflammation. It seems that even the smallest irritation in the mouth can cause serious discomfort for our patients at the Billings Dentist. Inflammation Causes Stomatitis These non-specific irritations in the mouth have a name. They are called stomatitis. A good general definition for stomatitis […]
Cosmetic dentistry
How Do You Measure Success?

At Neal C. Johnson DMD, we are committed to success. Dr. Neal Johnson’s experience, ability, and commitment to dental excellence result in marvelous outcomes daily for our dentistry patients. Each team member at Neal C. Johnson DMD shares Dr. Johnson’s passion for success. For many Billings dental patients, success is a routine check-up that reveals […]
What Is Laser Dentistry?

The word “LASER” is an acronym for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation. A laser device emits a powerful, highly concentrated beam of light. (Didn’t we all love the amazing laser weapons in ‘Star Wars?’) Lasers are used in hundreds of applications in almost every Montana industry including communications, research, manufacturing, entertainment, and medicine. […]
Time To Upgrade Your Smile?

Have you thought about upgrading your smile? Cosmetic dentistry offers many outstanding possibilities for Billings residents. The quickest and least invasive procedure is light teeth whitening. The results are dramatic and teeth whitening side effects are minimal. If your teeth are slightly crooked but require no orthodontic work, porcelain veneers could be the answer. Porcelain […]
What Does Your Billings Dentist Need To Know?

For optimal dental health, all Billings, residents should be visiting their dentist twice a year for consistent cleanings and exams. This is a good time to make sure that you are brushing and flossing properly. It is also vital that you discuss issues related to dental health. Make sure to tell your dentist about any […]
Do You Love Your Smile?

The Lockwood people who are most happy with their smiles have healthy, straight teeth that sparkle when they laugh. If nature didn’t bless you with attractive teeth, you are not alone. Most perfect smiles you come across in Laurel were not always that way. They are the result of cosmetic dentistry performed by an experienced […]
The Unsung Heroes Of Dentistry

In today’s post, we will veer a bit off the beaten path, so to speak, and explore a fascinating dental specialty; forensic dentistry. The official term for the use of dentistry in criminal cases and post-mortem identification is forensic odontology. These professionals are rarely recognized but play a crucial role in crime and disaster investigations. […]
Re-Contour Your Teeth

If your crooked, darkened teeth keep you from smiling and you feel like there is nothing you can do about it, please give me a call! My name is Dr. Johnson and my friendly staff and I have been giving the people of Billings something to smile about since 2001. If you are disappointed with […]
What Can Neal C. Johnson DMD Do For You?

Hello, and welcome to the Billings dental health blog. My name is Dr. Neal Johnson and I want to tell you about our Billings practice, Neal C. Johnson DMD. Meet Our Compassionate Team of Dental Professionals The first thing to know is that we work hard to keep our patients comfortable. Our team is compassionate […]
We Keep Dental Patients Comfortable

To state the obvious, nobody enjoys pain. Dr. Johnson knows this, and that is why the dental team at Neal C. Johnson DMD has made patient comfort our top priority. In conjunction with creating a soothing environment, we have various medications that can reduce and even eliminate pain associated with different dental procedures to give […]