Hello, and welcome to the Billings dental health blog. My name is Dr. Neal Johnson and I want to tell you about our Billings practice, Neal C. Johnson DMD. Meet Our Compassionate Team of Dental Professionals The first thing to know is that we work hard to keep our patients comfortable. Our team is compassionate […]
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We Keep Dental Patients Comfortable

To state the obvious, nobody enjoys pain. Dr. Johnson knows this, and that is why the dental team at Neal C. Johnson DMD has made patient comfort our top priority. In conjunction with creating a soothing environment, we have various medications that can reduce and even eliminate pain associated with different dental procedures to give […]
When Style And Oral Health Collide

Oral piercing is a popular form of body-art in Billings, but just because it’s popular doesn’t mean it’s safe. I’m Dr. Neal Johnson. When my patients ask me about the safety of oral piercings, I make sure they think about the possible dangerous consequences. First, patients should know that infection is always a major concern […]
4 Teeth All In A Row

Perhaps getting everything lined up for a breathtaking smile can take a bit of finagling. Maybe you’re interested in family dentistry. At Neal C. Johnson DMD, Dr. Neal Johnson is commonly seen working miracles on all types of smiles. Here are 4 ways to get all your ducks (or teeth) in a row for your […]
Multi-Procedure Dental Visits Save Time And Hassle

Neal C. Johnson DMD is a full-service family and general dental practice. We can address any dental need including total smile makeovers. If you are considering a smile makeover, you may be wondering whether to do it all at once or one procedure at a time over an extended period. Here are […]
Everything You Never Wanted To Know About Saliva

Today we are going to discuss the complexity and importance of your saliva. This typically yucky substance is, in reality, a finely balanced body fluid that not only maintains dental health but also helps with the digestion of your food. So, without further ado, here are the main components of saliva. 1. Water. No surprise […]
Relieving Your Dental Anxiety

If you tense up just thinking about going to the dentist, you may benefit from sedation dentistry offered by Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings. Millions of Americans stress out when they have to see the dentist. It is referred to as dental anxiety. There is a more severe form, too, called dental phobia. In […]
Don’t Let Anxiety Keep You From Getting Implants

Millions of Americans cope with dental anxiety. They’ll tense up just thinking about an ordinary exam; the idea of a more complicated procedure, like a dental implant, can send their stress level through the roof. Sedation dentistry from Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings can get them through it. Dental implants are actually a rather […]
Don’t Let Fear Of The Dentist Compromise Your Oral Health

If you have claustrophobia, you avoid enclosed spaces. If you have arachnophobia, you stay away from spiders. Fair enough! If you fear the dentist you may be inclined to avoid checkups. At Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings, we know this is a bad idea. The connection between your dental health and overall health is […]