Your teeth are covered in enamel, a strong outer layer that protects them. But it isn’t indestructable. A little rough-housing at home, an accident on the playing field, or biting something like hard candy or ice, and you’ve got a chipped tooth. If that happens, call us at Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings. Small […]
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Neal C. Johnson DMD In Billings Is Accepting New Patients
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
At Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings we are accepting new patients. This works both ways, of course: if we’re seeing you for the first time, then you are seeing us for the first time. Rest assured, we are committed to excellence and to helping you maintain good dental health. It’s natural to be a […]
Is Your Smile In A World Of Hurt?
Categories: Dental health, Restorative dentistry
Do you have extreme tooth damage, bone loss, or few to no remaining teeth? This post from Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings is for anyone whose mouth is in a world of hurt. We understand how severe dental issues impact you every day of your life. Whatever the cause of the condition – severe […]
The Neal C. Johnson DMD Guide To Preventing Gum Disease
Hearing that you have gum disease can be upsetting, and really take you off-guard. That’s because its progression is slow, and it’s usually painless. Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss, so at Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings it’s something we take very seriously. What can you do to prevent gum disease? […]
Wear A Crown In Billings
Dental crowns are among the restorative procedures we use most at Neal C. Johnson DMD. Crowns restore and protect a tooth that has been damaged, or had dental work. Each crown is custom-made to fit the tooth it is for. This type of crown is sometimes called a “cap” because of the way they fit […]
Can Untreated Sleep Apnea Shorten My Life?
Categories: Family dentistry, Sleep apnea treatment
Sleep apnea is a serious, potentially life-threatening condition that can seriously impact your quality of life. It can be treated at Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings. Chronic Diseases Untreated sleep apnea can cause high blood pressure and other types of heart disease. These conditions, in turn, can bring about a fatal stroke or heart […]
4 Reasons To Make Sure Your Child Sees A Dentist
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
The American Dental Association recommends a child’s first dental checkup should be around age one. In this post from Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings, we are going to review four reasons why your toddler’s teeth are worth a dental visit. Twelve months of age happens to be about the time when a child’s first […]
Adequate Results vs. Incredible Results
Categories: Dental implants, Restorative dentistry
If you have lost one or more of your natural teeth, dental implants from Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings can give you a replacement that not only looks like a natural tooth, but functions like one, too. It’s the sort of incredible result we have come to expect from dental implants, and a reason […]
Don’t Let Anxiety Keep You From Getting Implants
Categories: Dental implants, Sedation dentistry
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 […]
Soft, Medium, Or Buzz Lightyear?
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
At Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings, patients sometimes ask us how they should go about choosing a toothbrush. Picking this most basic dental health tool can be as hard as choosing a paint color, and there seem to be just as many choices. The most important consideration for a toothbrush is soft bristles. We […]
