Did you know a cavity may be reversed? These tiny holes in our teeth caused by acidic tooth erosion can actually be prevented from getting worse and require filling. Currently, around 90% of adults have cavities and almost 30% have untreated cavities. However, by taking a few needed precautions from Jefferson City Dental Care, you…
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3 Vital Reasons to Floss Regularly in Jefferson City
Are you an avid flosser? Many of us from time to time skip this needed habit. Studies show that around 68% of people report flossing at least once a week while 20% say they never floss. Skipping the daily flossing routine can have devastating consequences on your overall dental health and lead to pricey dental…
Jefferson City Dental Care Takes Care Of Plaque, Calculus, and Cavities
Hi. I’m Dr. Justin Johnson. Welcome to my Jefferson City dental blog! I find that many of my patients in the Wardsville, Russellville, and Linn areas get a couple of dental terms mixed up. Today, I would like to clarify the differences between plaque, calculus, and cavities. Plaque is a film that covers teeth –…
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…
5 Critical Things To Know About Periodontal Disease
Periodontal disease, frequently called gum disease, is inflammation or infection of the gums. For the most part, periodontal disease is preventable. This condition is so common in the US that it has been called a ‘health crisis’ by the ADA. Fortunately, periodontal disease can be treated. If left untreated, it can cause irreversible damage such…
Jefferson City Dental Care Guide To Healthy Tooth Enamel
Tooth enamel is one of the strongest substances in the body, but it is non-renewable so it is vital to not neglect or abuse our teeth. Practicing daily oral hygiene is vital for enamel health. Even though every drug store carries hard bristle brushes, we counsel our patients to brush with a soft brush after…
Bright And Healthy Smiles
No one disputes the fact that bright and healthy smiles are more attractive. Everybody likes to see an attractive smile, and having beautiful teeth is also healthy for your self-esteem. Glad to Meet You I’m Justin Johnson, DDS. I serve the Jefferson City community with dental services including family dentistry. I provide dental services to…
Toothache in Jefferson City: Ignoring It Won’t Make It Go Away
Are you busy suffering with a toothache in Jefferson City that won’t go away no matter how hard you try to ignore it? Have you started chewing on one side of your mouth to avoid your sensitive teeth? Have you stopped drinking hot and cold beverages to alleviate the discomfort? Dental pain is like an…
Oral Health in Wardsville: Brush Up On Your Cavity Basics
Jefferson City Dental Care patients use the word “cavity” often when discussing oral health in Wardsville. Along with teeth whitening and other cosmetic dentistry procedures, cavities are a hot topic. What is a Cavity? At Jefferson City Dental Care we think it’s great that people in the Jefferson City area are so conscious of their…
Attack Of The Gummi Bear: Oral Health in Jefferson City
At the Jefferson City Dental Care, we never like to be the bearers of bad news. But we are passionate about oral health, so we’re offering a vital warning about a lesser-known danger of sticky candy. Most people probably know that sugar is not your teeth’s friend. Eating candy creates the perfect environment for harmful…
