Dental health

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

This post from the Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings takes on an unpleasant topic: bad breath. Imagine you are starting a new job and are going to meet with your new boss for the first time. Confidence is key to your success. As you reach out to shake the extended hand your broad confident […]

Dental assistants are essential to the efficient operation of any dental practice, and Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings is no exception. In this article we’ll describe some of their roles, and in a small way pay tribute to these valued team members. In many ways, dental assistants are our right hands. They work closely […]

This message is from Neal C. Johnson DMD in  Billings. If you are the parent of a teenager, you may already have some concerns about your child’s well-being. As young men and women progress toward complete independence, some make questionable choices when it comes to health. You may know Billings teens that skip meals and […]

Plaque is that filmy stuff that forms on teeth. Since it is caused by the breakdown of the foods we eat, plaque formation is a constant process. And that’s why we keep reminding our patients to brush and floss twice a day, at Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings. The plaque process goes something like […]

Chompers. Pearly Whites. Dents. Gnashers. Grill. There are lots of nicknames for teeth, and that’s okay; we use them all the time, at Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings. Whatever you call them, take good care of them so they last! Making time in your busy day to brush and floss is a habit that […]

At Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings, we promote preventative dental care by developing decay prevention plans and helping our patients establish and preserve proper dental practices. If today’s kids can avoid tooth decay, it will benefit them more than you may realize. A healthy mouth equals better overall health and well-being. Maintaining prime oral […]

Ever get a toothache? Of course you have; who hasn’t? At Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings, we stress the importance of good dental care to all our patients. But Murphy’s Law assures us that if something can go wrong, it will. And that includes getting a toothache. What Causes a Toothache? The most common […]