This post from Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings focuses on baby teeth. Why would you take care of them when they’re just going to fall out and go to the tooth fairy? It’s a good question with an even better answer. Parents should never feel like they are wasting their time taking care of […]
Dental health
Our Standard Of Excellence
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
At Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings, we are dedicated to the dental health of each one of our patients. We want everyone who settles into one of our chairs to have a good experience. But just as important, we want our work to result in healthy teeth and gums that last a lifetime. That […]
What Is Oil Pulling?
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
This post from Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings looks at oil pulling, an alternative practice that has been generating some buzz lately. Is it a reliable therapy, or just a fad? Oil pulling has been a part of Indian Ayurvedic medicine for thousands of years. It involves swishing oil in the mouth for twenty […]
Dental Sealant Q & A
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
This post from Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings is about one of the best ways to protect teeth from cavities, dental sealants. Q. What are dental sealants? A. Dental sealants are permanent plastic barriers applied to the chewing surfaces of teeth. They prevent cavities by filling in the grooves and fissures where food particles […]
Tooth Sensitivity Treatment
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
In this post from Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings, we’re going to discuss sensitive teeth: what causes it, and what y9ou can do about it. Have you ever been eating an ice cream cone when you suffered a sudden shock of pain in your teeth? If the enamel has eroded, or the gums have […]
How Do I Choose A Dentist To Perform My Implant Procedure?
Categories: Dental health, Dental implants
This message from Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings is for those who have decided to replace a missing tooth with a dental implant. Great choice! Now you need to choose a dental implant specialist to perform the procedure. This is a critical decision. A dental implant is permanent. It involves oral surgery. It requires […]
Bad Breath Q & A
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
This post from Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings offers some answers to persistent questions about bad breath. Q. My wife says my breath is horrible, but I brush twice a day. Shouldn’t that be enough? A. Bacteria can propagate and stink in hidden crevices that can only be reached with floss. Time to start […]
Avoid These 5 Smile Wreckers
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
We hope this post will alert you to some harmful oral health hazards. At Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings, too often, we treat tooth decay and damage caused by the following: 1. Sports Injuries Many parents send their children out on the playing field with a mouthguard but fail to protect themselves when they […]
Two Hints For When You’re Too Tired To Brush
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
Too tired to touch a toothbrush? We’ve all been there. In this blog post from Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings, we offer two ideas for overcoming exhaustion in favor of brushing and flossing late at night. Idea #1 Drag Tongue Along Teeth After a long thankless day as you are lying there in bed and realize […]
Cosmetic Dentistry vs. General Dentistry
This blog post from Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings highlights the differences between general and cosmetic dentistry. General dentistry is about preventing and treating oral diseases such as cavities and gum disease. When a problem is diagnosed, let’s say, a cavity between two teeth, a general dentist will determine the best way to restore […]
