We all would like a beautiful smile with straight white teeth. For one thing, they’re more attractive that way. But did you know that straight teeth tend to be healthier? At Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings MT, healthy teeth and gums are our goal for every patients. Even if you brush and floss your […]
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Don’t Settle For An Unattractive Smile
Categories: Cosmetic dentistry, Dental health
No one likes to settle for less than the best, especially with something as important as your smile. At Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings MT, we have cosmetic dentistry solutions for your smile. Cosmetic dentistry refers to a group of procedures that, individually or collectively, create positive changes to your smile. One procedure, such […]
Can You Completely Restore a Smile With Several Missing Teeth?
People who have lost one or more of their natural teeth may think they will never again be able to eat normally, let alone smile without wanting to cover gaps in their teeth. There is good news: dental implants like those available from Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings MT can restore your eating ability, […]
What You Need To Know About Oral Cancer
Check-ups at Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings MT include a screening for oral cancer. Oral cancer refers to cancers of the tongue, mouth, lips, jaw, and throat. The condition is pretty much as serious as it gets. The American Cancer Society estimates that over 39,000 people will be diagnosed with it this year. Consider […]
What Are Impacted Wisdom Teeth?
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
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 […]
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 […]
Love Your Smile
Categories: Cosmetic dentistry, Restorative dentistry
There is nothing like bright white teeth that light up a person’s face when they smile and laugh. No one has to settle for dull, yellow teeth. With cosmetic dentistry from Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings MT, anyone can have a fabulous smile. At our practice, our professionals draw on different cosmetic dentistry procedures […]
