Most Jefferson City residents know that frequently eating foods high in sugar can cause cavities. Therefore, it’s important to limit candy, soda, cookies, etc. Also, remember that frequency is as dangerous as the amount of sugar. Research has found that a higher frequency of sugar consumption may lead to demineralization more than the amount of…
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Time To Upgrade Your Smile in Jefferson City?
Have you thought about upgrading your smile in Jefferson City? Cosmetic dentistry from Jefferson City Dental Care offers many terrific possibilities for residents. The quickest and least invasive procedure is light teeth whitening. The results are dramatic and teeth whitening side effects are minimal. If your teeth are slightly crooked but require no orthodontic work,…
Optimum Oral Health Includes Exams and Cleanings in Jefferson City
If you’ve ever visited our blog, you’ve probably heard the advice to have check-ups and cleanings twice a year. Dental professionals have been advising the twice-yearly frequency for over 50 years. The American Dental Association counsels people to visit their dentist twice a year as well, and so do we at Jefferson City Dental Care.…
Smile Makeovers: First Things First
Hello, I’m Dr. Justin Johnson of Jefferson City Dental Care. Thanks for visiting my blog. In today’s post, we will focus on something that happens occasionally when a patient requests cosmetic dentistry from their Jefferson City dentist. Let me set the stage. The patient comes in for a consultation about a smile makeover. We’ll call…
When Something’s Gotta Give, Don’t Let It Be Your Smile
Life is chaotic for many Jefferson City residents. At times, it’s impossible to get all the “gotta do’s” done, and many are put off or dropped altogether. Sometimes your car has to wait another 500 miles for an oil change. Or you are a month late replacing your furnace filter. Or you realize that you’ve…
Periodontal Disease Is Linked To Systemic Diseases
What do your gums do? The soft tissue in your mouth, like skin, has a key job. It safeguards the roots of your teeth. It also provides a barrier for the connective tissues and ligaments that hold your teeth in their sockets. Plus the alveolar bone in which your teeth are anchored. What is gum…
Let’s Take Care Of Those Tooth Stains
The effectiveness of teeth bleaching depends partly on the types of stains. Extrinsic tooth stains are the easiest to remove. These surface stains have not yet penetrated through the enamel into the dentin. Extrinsic stains are caused by dark-colored foods and liquids like blueberries, carrots, coffee, red wine, and cola. And nicotine is no better…
Is Cosmetic Dentistry For You?
Categories: Beautiful Smile, Cosmetic Dentistry
Many of the patients who visit Jefferson City Dental Care have questions about cosmetic dentistry. There is some reliable information online, but there are many questions that only a cosmetic dentist can answer. New developments in cosmetic dentistry have made it safe, affordable, and worth your consideration if you want to improve your smile and…
Smile Transformations At Jefferson City Dental Care
Categories: Beautiful Smile, Cosmetic Dentistry
This post is for anyone who isn’t comfortable with their smile. Cosmetic dentistry from Jefferson City Dental Care in Jefferson City may be just what you need! Common issues we hear about include yellow, misaligned, or missing teeth, too much or too little gum tissue, or weakened teeth. Few of us have naturally beautiful smiles.…
Nearly Invisible Teeth Straightening
Are you thinking about straightening your teeth? You may be able to skip those old-fangled metal braces for clear braces from Jefferson City Dental Care in Jefferson City. With clear braces, teeth straightening is a whole new ballgame. Unlike traditional metal braces, clear braces have no wires or brackets or rubber bands. Even better, they…
