Lock yourself in a closet. Sew your mouth shut. Wear a shock collar thatâs sensitive to sugar particles. At Neal C. Johnson DMD we understand how hard it is to avoid sweets altogether at Halloween and other sugar-filled holidays. We encourage both unfettered joy and healthy living for all of our Billings patients. Moderation in […]
Restorative dentistry
Your Mouth Sore Might Be Stomatitis
Ouch! The mouth is a bad place for injuries, sores, or inflammation. It seems that even the smallest irritation in the mouth can cause serious discomfort for our patients at the Billings Dentist. Inflammation Causes Stomatitis These non-specific irritations in the mouth have a name. They are called stomatitis. A good general definition for stomatitis […]
The Link Between Gum Disease and Viral Infections
Our Immune System Protects Against Serious Illness The pandemic has increased public awareness of the danger of viruses and the importance of a well-functioning immune system. At the Billings Dentist, we want our patients to know the difference between helpful and harmful bacteria. The variation in the severity of COVID-19 illness is due, […]
How Do You Measure Success?
At Neal C. Johnson DMD, we are committed to success. Dr. Neal Johnson’s experience, ability, and commitment to dental excellence result in marvelous outcomes daily for our dentistry patients. Each team member at Neal C. Johnson DMD shares Dr. Johnson’s passion for success. For many Billings dental patients, success is a routine check-up that reveals […]
What Is Laser Dentistry?
The word “LASER” is an acronym for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation. A laser device emits a powerful, highly concentrated beam of light. (Didn’t we all love the amazing laser weapons in ‘Star Wars?’) Lasers are used in hundreds of applications in almost every Montana industry including communications, research, manufacturing, entertainment, and medicine. […]
Do You Love Your Smile?
The Lockwood people who are most happy with their smiles have healthy, straight teeth that sparkle when they laugh. If nature didn’t bless you with attractive teeth, you are not alone. Most perfect smiles you come across in Laurel were not always that way. They are the result of cosmetic dentistry performed by an experienced […]
Peace Begins With A Smile
Mother Theresa once said âPeace begins with a smile.â Perhaps that peace should start with the person who is smiling. How do you feel about your smile? Are you at peace with it? Are you proud to flash a wide, happy grin? Do you believe it is beautiful? Does it express your best self? Let’s […]
4 Oral Ailments To Discuss With Your Dentist
Let’s address the most prevalent oral conditions that should be discussed with your dentist. 1. Bad Breath. Sure, nobody wants to admit that they have bad breath, but bad breath can be treated. It is usually associated with bacteria build-up in the mouth. This means that it might be a symptom of accelerating cavities. Discuss it […]
What’s the Best Way to Fix Teeth that Overlap?
Plenty of people have teeth that overlap. What causes overlapping teeth? Overlapping teeth are usually caused by genetics or habits as a child such as thumbsucking. They can also be caused by the mouth being too small to fit all the teeth correctly or having different-sized upper and lower jaws. Injury to the face or […]
Avoid Bone Deterioration Following Extraction
Hello friends of Neal C. Johnson DMD! In today’s post, we will address jaw bone health. Those tooth roots are important! To remain healthy and strong, your jaw bone needs to be consistently stimulated by the pressure of chewing, biting, and talking. Each tooth has a root structure the extends into the surrounding bone material. […]
