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 […]

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 […]

The Link Between Gum Disease and Tooth Loss

An example of a smile in need of reconstructive dentistry following tooth loss.

Gum disease is one of the most common oral health problems, yet it often goes undetected until it causes serious damage. Also known as periodontal disease, it can progress silently—starting with mild symptoms and, if untreated, leading to severe consequences like tooth loss. The Billings Dentist explores the connection between gum disease and tooth loss, […]

Do You Grind Your Teeth While You Sleep?

A mature woman holding her jaw, experiencing pain from Bruxism.

Here is the Neal C. Johnson DMD guide to treating teeth grinding. Understand Most teeth grinding will occur while sleeping. Consistent teeth grinding might be suspected with a sore jaw and dull headache in the mornings. Anxiety or stress are not the only reasons grinding may appear. It can also be related to an abnormal […]

Smile Necessities And Possibilities

A woman with curly hair stands confidently, her curls framing her face and highlighting her expressive features.

At Neal C. Johnson DMD, we believe everyone deserves a smile they can be proud of. With our cosmetic dentistry services, we help patients achieve dazzling smiles while boosting their confidence and enhancing both personal and professional interactions. A cosmetic dental smile makeover doesn’t just make your smile more attractive. It also builds self-confidence. You […]