At The Billings Dentist, we often see patients who don’t realize how much strain their jaw is under until symptoms become severe. The temporomandibular joint, or TMJ, connects your jaw to your skull and plays a vital role in everyday activities like speaking, eating, and even smiling. When this joint becomes stressed or injured, it […]
TMJ/TMD
How Tooth Grinding Can Damage Your Smile
What is Tooth Grinding? Tooth grinding (or bruxism in doctor-speak) is a common behavior among men and women of all ages. It is when a person involuntarily clenches their jaw or rubs their teeth together. Tooth grinding can transpire during the day or night and can affect kids and adults. Some people grind their teeth […]
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 […]
Neal C. Johnson DMD Guide To Healthy Tooth Enamel
Tooth enamel is one of the strongest substances in the body, but it is non-renewable so it is critical to not neglect or abuse our teeth. Practicing daily oral hygiene is vital for enamel health. Even though every drug store carries hard bristle brushes, we advise our patients to brush with a soft brush after […]
How to Kick a Tooth Grinding Habit
Plenty of men and women all over the world suffer from the habit of grinding their teeth. Some individuals grind their teeth because they are stressed, some people grind their teeth as a coping mechanism, and some individuals grind their teeth in their sleep without realizing it. Don’t Ignore Teeth Grinding Grinding of the teeth, clenching […]
Is Malocclusion Causing Your Headache?
Categories: Dental health, TMJ/TMD
Is Malocclusion Causing Your Headache? Do you suffer from severe headaches? Have you tried meds, diet adjustments, and chiropractic treatment, to no avail? Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings MT might have the answer. Perhaps the cause is not stress-induced tension, food allergies, spine alignment, or eyestrain. Maybe the culprit is right under your nose! […]
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. […]
