If you’ve visited our website before you know that implants are the preferable tooth restoration for most people with a missing tooth. The dental implant process can take several dental visits over a period of months. Don’t let this discourage you. Each stage of the procedure is critical. Remember that the tooth implant timeline is […]
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Modern Dentistry In Billings With No Oxen Hooves
Hi, my name is Neal Johnson. My team and I at Neal C. Johnson DMD have been providing excellent dental care for our patients in Montana since 2001. One of the critical habits of good oral health is daily tooth brushing with an effective toothpaste. There is a wide variety of toothpastes available. I recommend […]
What Can Fluoride Do For You?
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
Hello, and welcome to Neal C. Johnson DMD. Today’s post focuses on fluoride: ‘What is it, exactly, and why is it so beneficial to your dental health?’ The Miracle Mineral Fluoride is a mineral, plain and simple. Fluoride is found in different foods as well as in water. Many adjust the fluoride content of their […]
A Missing Tooth Can Lead to Bone Loss
Categories: Dental implants, Restorative dentistry
Dental implants from Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings MT support teeth so lifelike, patients have been known to forget some of their teeth aren’t real. That’s now natural their look and function is. Those simple facts are enough to make most people choose dental implants if they need to replace one or more of […]
Denture Wearers Can Preserve Their Jaw Bone and Facial Shape
Categories: Restorative dentistry
More than 36 million Americans don’t have any teeth. And 120 million are missing at least one tooth. (American College of Prosthodontists) 90% of people without teeth wear dentures. Are you one of them? Dentures aren’t the ideal tooth replacement If so, how are your dentures working for you? Do they slip around in your […]
Keeping You Comfortable
Categories: Cosmetic dentistry, Family dentistry
At Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings MT, we make a conscious effort to help our patients feel comfortable. Though our chairs are cushy as can be, we are not only talking about physical comfort. We are talking about emotional comfort. In other words, peace of mind. Here are four ways we are devoted to […]
Think You May Have A Cavity?
Categories: Family dentistry, Restorative dentistry
To maintain good dental health, your teeth need a lot of good ol’-fashioned TLC. But even when we do our best, bacteria can sneak in and cause tooth decay. At Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings MT, we are here to take care of your dental issues. Few of us go through life without getting […]
Which Tooth Whitener Works Best?
A beautiful smile can light up a whole room. And since a smile is one of the very first things that other people notice, it can serve you well in any social setting. If you’re teeth have grown yellow and dull over the years, professional teeth whitening from Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings MT […]
Do You Have Periodontal Disease?
Categories: Gum disease, Restorative dentistry
Gum disease is more common than you might think. At Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings MT we see patients with gum disease almost every day. It’s a serious matter, because gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss. Some people aren’t even aware they have it until we see it during a checkup. […]
How Your Lifestyle Affects Your Tooth Color
Most people want to have white teeth and a great smile. But the majority of people have discolored or just plain yellow teeth, especially in a world of tea and coffee drinkers. At Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings MT, we can fix that. Did you know that tooth enamel is like skin? It has […]
