If you tense up just thinking about going to the dentist, you may benefit from sedation dentistry offered by Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings. Millions of Americans stress out when they have to see the dentist. It is referred to as dental anxiety. There is a more severe form, too, called dental phobia. In […]
Dental health
Questions To Ask Your Dentist
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
Your smile is important to you, and at Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings it’s our job to help keep it clean and healthy. We encourage all our patients, from newcomers to those who have been with us for years, to bring questions about their smiles to each and every checkup. In this article we’re […]
3 Point Checklist Before Your Dental Consultation
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
Looking for a dentist because you’re losing the battle with plaque build-up, chipped teeth, tooth pain, stains, or tooth decay? Please give us a call at Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings. This blog post offers three steps to take before you arrive at our office. Analyze your hygiene routine and gaps in technique or […]
Aesthetic Dentistry Solves Difficult Oral Problems
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: […]
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 […]
