When a wisdom tooth tries to come in, but is obstructed by the adjacent tooth, it becomes impacted and can result in such complications as pain, inflammation, or tooth decay. At Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings MT, we can extract wisdom teeth. It’s challenging to clean partially-erupted wisdom teeth. Since they have a high […]
Dental health
What is Patient-Centered Dental Care?
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
A question from the team at Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings MT: What is your perception of the patient-dentist relationship? Would you characterize it as one-sided? In other words, does the dentist examine the patient’s teeth, choose the course of treatment, and perform the procedure, all while the patient is an inconsequential participant? It […]
The 411 on TMJ
TMJ is short for temporomandibular joint, which is a big word for your jaw joint. As a hinge joint, it can move up and down, forward and backward, and side to side. All that mobility contributes to its vulnerability: it is subject to a painful condition called TMJ disorder, which is treatable at Neal C. […]
Super Smiles Have Strong Enamel
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
Did you know that enamel is the hardest substance in the body? It’s true! Found on the outer surface of your teeth, enamel is meant to last a lifetime, and with the help of regular checkups at Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings MT, it can. Enamel may be super strong, but you have to […]
Mouthwash Facts In Billings
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
In this post from Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings MT, we’re going to discuss mouthwash. Many people use mouthwash to freshen their breath and help prevent tooth decay. While some mouthwash has cavity-fighting additives, it should never be considered a substitute for brushing your teeth. Good dental health is centered on regular brushing and […]
A Dentist’s Indispensable Tool: The X-ray
At Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings MT, providing first rate dental care is much easier when we have thorough information about our patients’ dental health. Pictures are more accurate than written notes. Since they show what’s going on below the surface, they’re worth even more than a thousand words. Along with a thorough visual […]
Been A While Since You Had Your Teeth Cleaned?
Categories: Cosmetic dentistry, Dental health
Oral health is a source of anxiety for a lot of us. When most people think of going to the dentist, they associate the experience with pain and discomfort. This can lead to procrastinating when it comes their oral health, which can have detrimental effects years down the line. At the practice of Dr. Neal […]
Want To Keep Your Enamel Healthy? Avoid Doing These 11 Things
Categories: Dental health, Restorative dentistry
Tooth enamel is the hardest part of the human body, but that doesn’t mean teeth are indestructible. Far from it! To keep them healthy and problem-free, the team at Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings MT recommends (strongly!) you avoid the following. 1. Chewing on hard foods We’re looking at you, unpopped popcorn kernels and […]
Does Your Dentist Conjure Up Cavities?
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
Cavities can be filled, but it is better to prevent them in the first place. If your dentist seems to conjure up cavities at every visit, then it’s up to you to break the cycle. At Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings we are here to help you. How can you lift the cavity curse? […]
15 Things You Didn’t Know About Teeth
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
Teeth are alive, but it’s easy to forget that and take them for granted. At Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings we never take teeth for granted – but then, as dental professionals we probably understand better than most just how amazing teeth can be. We’re using this blog post to share some of the […]
