Why should you brush your teeth at least twice a day? At Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings, we’re using this space to discuss why it is so important. The first, and most obvious benefit, is that brushing and flossing prevents tooth decay. It removes the food debris from teeth and clears away plaque, that filmy […]
Dental health
What Is More Valuable Than A Diamond?
We begin this post from Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings with a quote from classic literature: “Every tooth in a man’s head is more valuable than a diamond.” When Miguel de Cervantes wrote that four hundred years ago, there was no widely accepted way to replace lost teeth. We are fortunate to live at […]
Best Practices For A Healthy, Beautiful Smile
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
It’s easy to become a little complacent about your dental health. At Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings, we know that all too well! Our goal in this blog post is for you to evaluate where you stand and consider how you can improve things. Brushing Good: Brush teeth once a day. Better: Brush teeth […]
Great Reasons to Floss Your Teeth
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
Flossing can be a bit of a chore. It takes a little extra time, and if you haven’t flossed in a while, it can even be painful. It’s no wonder our team at Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings is constantly reminding our patients to brush and floss! Flossing is vital to your dental health. […]
Celebrating The Past And Looking To The Future
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
This post from Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings takes a look back at the unusual history of dentistry. It has been over 150 years since the first dental license was issued to Sir John Tomes. We should all be grateful for the advances made in dentistry in the years since then. There was a […]
Are You Smiling?
The importance of brushing and flossing your teeth twice a day is something we emphasize to all of our patients. Along with regular checkups and cleanings at name of practice, it’s the best way to maintain your beautiful smile. A good dental hygiene routine, something you do every single day without fail, is essential to […]
Treat Your Smile To A Healthy Diet
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
This message from Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings is about proper nutrition and dental health. Your diet can affect your risk of cavities, enamel health, and gum condition. Healthy foods provide an environment that can prohibit inflammation and infection. Vegetables, fruits, legumes, and nuts are the ideal choices for oral health. Calcium-fortified beverages, milk, […]
How Often Should I Replace My Toothbrush?
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
Have you replaced your toothbrush lately? You don’t have to answer that. At Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings we recommend replacing your toothbrush every three months. Too many people wait too long to get a new toothbrush, which can be bad for their dental health. It’s one of the reasons why most dentists hand […]
Patient Education Is A Priority
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
When patients are fully informed about their dental health, they usually do more to maintain it. That’s been our experience at Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings, so we make patient education a priority at every checkup. Are regular checkups even necessary? That question comes up sometimes. We don’t mean to hedge with our answer, […]
Raise Your Dental IQ
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
Little things can raise your Dental IQ and benefit your smile. One simple lesson from Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings involves bacteria, and everyone’s mouth has a lot of it. But don’t worry, bacteria per se isn’t the problem. The critical thing is the balance of bacteria. This is where brushing and flossing come […]
