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 […]
Cosmetic dentistry
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 […]
Trouble Getting Numb For Dental Treatment?
Our bodies work differently. Some dental patients don’t react to local anesthetics by getting numb. This is understandably concerning when you need dental treatment. (And the word “concerning” may be a huge understatement!) It’s important to understand that bad experiences in the past don’t guarantee that you will never be able to become numb. At […]
Peace Begins With A Smile
Mother Theresa once said “Peace begins with a smile.” Perhaps that peace should start with the person who is smiling. How do you feel about your smile? Are you at peace with it? Are you proud to flash a wide, happy grin? Do you believe it is beautiful? Does it express your best self? Let’s […]
An Ugly Duckling In Your Mouth?
Do you have a damaged tooth that causes you embarrassment? Even if all of your other teeth are nicely shaped and pearly white, guess what other people notice? Yep, the ugly duckling. You have probably experienced that yourself when you have looked at a smile that contains one discolored tooth. No matter how hard you […]
4 Oral Ailments To Discuss With Your Dentist
Let’s address the most prevalent oral conditions that should be discussed with your dentist. 1. Bad Breath. Sure, nobody wants to admit that they have bad breath, but bad breath can be treated. It is usually associated with bacteria build-up in the mouth. This means that it might be a symptom of accelerating cavities. Discuss it […]
What’s the Best Way to Fix Teeth that Overlap?
Plenty of people have teeth that overlap. What causes overlapping teeth? Overlapping teeth are usually caused by genetics or habits as a child such as thumbsucking. They can also be caused by the mouth being too small to fit all the teeth correctly or having different-sized upper and lower jaws. Injury to the face or […]






