Who doesn’t love the holidays? They’re a time to take a break from your regular routine and spend time with friends and family. At Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings MT, we encourage you to keep up your dental health routine, even when you’re having the most fun! If you’re not careful, though, holiday celebrations […]
Dental health
The Five Stages of a Cavity
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
In this message from Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings MT we discuss something about cavities you might not know. You may have heard that once tooth enamel is eroded, it’s gone forever. This is not entirely true. In the earliest stage of enamel erosion, a cavity can be reversed. There are five main stages […]
General and Family Dentistry in Billings
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
When you do an Internet search for a dentist, you may comes across the terms “family dentist” and “general dentist.” You mean there’s a difference? At Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings MT, we’re going to explain. There is indeed a difference, but it’s a subtle one. The main differenced is in the age of […]
Does My Dentist Care About My Diet?
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
In this post from Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings MT, we are focusing on your dental health. The typical American diet tends to be high in calories. And while this is a good thing, as everyone needs energy, it’s also important to make sure you’re receiving the important nutrients your body needs. When we […]
Dental Confidence Or Caution
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
Whether you are one of those who goes willingly to the dentist or are hesitant about getting work done, the team at Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings MT wants you to make and keep regular appointments for cleanings and checkups. Regular dental appointments are important because they help keep your teeth and gums healthy. […]
Dental Problem? There Is Always A Solution!
Categories: Cosmetic dentistry, Dental health
A healthy, pleasing smile can have a positive impact on anyone’s life. It lets us convey confidence and friendliness in business and social settings. If dental problems have dulled your smile, cosmetic dentistry from Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings MT can revive it. It’s been said that cosmetic dentistry is part science and part […]
3 Ways To Fix A Chipped Tooth
Categories: Cosmetic dentistry, Dental health
In a perfect world, each of your teeth would stay healthy, strong, and brilliantly white throughout your life. Unfortunately, most of us will need to restore a tooth at some point. At Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings MT, we can help. A tooth can be compromised by decay, enamel erosion, a chip or crack, […]
How Does Your Overall Health Affect Your Smile?
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
Good dental health means having healthy teeth and gums. Maintaining it is something that you have to work at every day. It can be a real balancing act: using the right oral care products, your personal oral care habits, and seeing us at Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings MT for regular checkups. Did you […]
Which Type of Toothbrush is Best?
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
Is an electric toothbrush better than a manual toothbrush for cleaning your teeth? In this article from Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings MT, we won’t recommend one over the other. We’re just going to take a close look at the electric toothbrush. Electric toothbrushes have been commercially available in the United States since the […]
Why Sports Drinks Put Teeth At Risk
Categories: Cosmetic dentistry, Dental health
This post from Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings MT looks at the risks posed by those ubiquitous sports drinks. Many health-conscious people drink them regularly for hydration during workouts. While it’s true that they help maintain electrolyte levels in the body, and pose fewer health risks than energy drinks, their acidity can erode tooth […]
