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 […]
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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 […]
Patient Education Is A Priority
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
When patients are fully informed about their dental health, they usually do more to maintain it. That’s been our experience at Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings, so we make patient education a priority at every checkup. Are regular checkups even necessary? That question comes up sometimes. We don’t mean to hedge with our answer, […]
Raise Your Dental IQ
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
Little things can raise your Dental IQ and benefit your smile. One simple lesson from Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings involves bacteria, and everyone’s mouth has a lot of it. But don’t worry, bacteria per se isn’t the problem. The critical thing is the balance of bacteria. This is where brushing and flossing come […]
Cavity Fighting Chewing Gum?
At Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings we are sometimes asked about Xylitol. What is it, exactly? Is there really a sweetener that helps prevent cavities? The answer is not a simple yes or no. Xylitol is a natural sweetener that was first discovered in birch tree bark, but is also found in many fruits […]
Bad Breath Is No Fun
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
This post from the Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings takes on an unpleasant topic: bad breath. Imagine you are starting a new job and are going to meet with your new boss for the first time. Confidence is key to your success. As you reach out to shake the extended hand your broad confident […]
Our Team Takes Care of Your Child
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
Dental assistants are essential to the efficient operation of any dental practice, and Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings is no exception. In this article we’ll describe some of their roles, and in a small way pay tribute to these valued team members. In many ways, dental assistants are our right hands. They work closely […]
Helping Teeth Survive Adolescence
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
This message is from Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings. If you are the parent of a teenager, you may already have some concerns about your child’s well-being. As young men and women progress toward complete independence, some make questionable choices when it comes to health. You may know Billings teens that skip meals and […]
Is It Growing In Your Mouth?
Categories: Dental health, Family dentistry
Plaque is that filmy stuff that forms on teeth. Since it is caused by the breakdown of the foods we eat, plaque formation is a constant process. And that’s why we keep reminding our patients to brush and floss twice a day, at Neal C. Johnson DMD in Billings. The plaque process goes something like […]
