We begin this post from Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings with a quote from classic literature: “Every tooth in a man’s head is more valuable than a diamond.” When Miguel de Cervantes wrote that four hundred years ago, there was no widely accepted way to replace lost teeth. We are fortunate to live at […]
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Best Practices For A Healthy, Beautiful Smile
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
It’s easy to become a little complacent about your dental health. At Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings, we know that all too well! Our goal in this blog post is for you to evaluate where you stand and consider how you can improve things. Brushing Good: Brush teeth once a day. Better: Brush teeth […]
Great Reasons to Floss Your Teeth
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
Flossing can be a bit of a chore. It takes a little extra time, and if you haven’t flossed in a while, it can even be painful. It’s no wonder our team at Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings is constantly reminding our patients to brush and floss! Flossing is vital to your dental health. […]
Celebrating The Past And Looking To The Future
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
This post from Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings takes a look back at the unusual history of dentistry. It has been over 150 years since the first dental license was issued to Sir John Tomes. We should all be grateful for the advances made in dentistry in the years since then. There was a […]
Can You Handle A Dental Emergency?
At Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings, we hope you never go through a serious dental emergency. It’s essential, however, to know what to do in such a situation. Here is a quiz on dental emergencies and other oral troubles. 1. One of the wires on your braces breaks. What do you do? a. Cut […]
Are You Smiling?
The importance of brushing and flossing your teeth twice a day is something we emphasize to all of our patients. Along with regular checkups and cleanings at name of practice, it’s the best way to maintain your beautiful smile. A good dental hygiene routine, something you do every single day without fail, is essential to […]
Treat Your Smile To A Healthy Diet
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
This message from Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings is about proper nutrition and dental health. Your diet can affect your risk of cavities, enamel health, and gum condition. Healthy foods provide an environment that can prohibit inflammation and infection. Vegetables, fruits, legumes, and nuts are the ideal choices for oral health. Calcium-fortified beverages, milk, […]
How Often Should I Replace My Toothbrush?
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
Have you replaced your toothbrush lately? You don’t have to answer that. At Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings we recommend replacing your toothbrush every three months. Too many people wait too long to get a new toothbrush, which can be bad for their dental health. It’s one of the reasons why most dentists hand […]
Let’s Take Care Of Those Tooth Stains
Categories: Cosmetic dentistry, Teeth whitening
The effectiveness of teeth whitening at Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings depends in part on the types of stains you have. There are two types of tooth stains: Extrinsic stains are the simplest to remove. These are surface stains that have not penetrated through the enamel. Extrinsic stains are caused by dark-colored foods and […]
Can I Objectively Evaluate My Smile?
Categories: Cosmetic dentistry
It is no secret that a beautiful, pleasing, healthy smile can be your best physical attribute. After all, people notice your smile first thing. At Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings we use cosmetic dentistry to help our patients get fabulous smiles. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder; if you look at your […]
