Do you fear that your smile is beyond repair due to damage or neglect? Rest assured, that may not be true. At Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings we use restorative dentistry to improve smiles every day. Here are some tough dental problems we routinely solve: Tough Problem 1: Insufficient Bone for Dental Implant Solution: […]
Dental health
Do You Have The Most Common Dental Problem?
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
Tooth decay is the single most common dental issue there is. Brushing and flossing your teeth twice a day goes a long way toward preventing it. That’s something we stress to all of our patients, at Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings! Cavities form when acids in the mouth attack the enamel and dentin of […]
Saving Teeth
Categories: Dental health, Root canals
When the nerve inside a tooth is infected by bacteria, we try to save it with root canal therapy. This procedure scares a lot of people. But at Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings we want you to know that root canals are not nearly as bad as their reputation. In fact, they don’t cause […]
Hiccups In Your Dental Routine
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
The most common times people brush their teeth are morning and night, either before or after breakfast, after dinner, or at bedtime. But sometimes hiccups in the schedule can knock you off a well-established routine. At Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings, we have some thoughts on that. Sometimes after dinner isn’t super cut and […]
How To Make Brushing Your Teeth A Habit
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
Brushing and flossing your teeth twice a day is one of the best things you can do to maintain good dental health. You’ve probably heard us say that more than once, at Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings. Not many patients like to admit it, but studies show that some people have a hard time […]
9 Tips For Preventing Gum Disease
Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss in the United States. But it is a preventable disease, and also treatable, at Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings. Here are some simple ways to keep your teeth and gums healthy. Brush your teeth for two to three minutes, at least twice a day, with […]
7 Surprising Causes Of Bad Breath
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
Anyone with chronic bad breath understands the embarrassment and frustration associated with this condition. As unpleasant as it is, rest assured we can help at Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings. There are several possible causes for bad breath, some that you may overlook: Poor oral hygiene Digestive problems Systemic infection Bacteria on dentures Gum […]
5 Critical Oral Cancer Facts
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
At Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings, we want to see our patients at least twice a year for a checkup and cleaning. A checkup can give you real peace of mind, especially since every one we do includes an oral cancer screening. Lung and breast cancer get a lot of public attention, and rightfully […]
Why Is Dry Mouth Risky For Your Teeth?
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
A condition known as dry mouth is fairly common, and has some common causes. It can be really uncomfortable, and can also pose a threat to your dental health. Here is some information from Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings. The medical term for dry mouth is xerostomia, which is pronounced zero-STO-me-ah. Some of its […]
Helping Billings Love Dental Visits
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
No one really enjoys going to the dentist, and at Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings we understand that. But we want all our patients to have a positive experience when they come in for an appointment, and we’re always willing to go the extra mile for their comfort. We want to be transparent in […]
