It’s a common desire for people to want white teeth. But the majority of people have discolored or just plain yellow teeth. Especially in a world of tea and coffee drinkers. Your Genes Make a Difference As with other physical characteristics, there is a genetic component to your oral health. You can thank your parents…
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Will a Dental Implant Cause a Problem With Airport Security?
Airport security checks might be necessary, but they can be a major annoyance. Emptying your pockets. Pulling your laptop out of your carry-on. Taking your shoes off. Some people considering whether to get a dental implant may wonder if it will affect airport security. Let’s answer the questions typically asked about dental implant procedures and…
Keeping Patients Calm Since 2008
Are you or a family member uneasy about going to the dentist? Has a past experience with pain or discomfort caused you to start panicking when you think about having your teeth worked on? Have you neglected going to the dentist and fear the amount of work that might need to be performed? If your…
Flossing For Health And Happiness
Most Jefferson City men and women know that flossing is an important part of oral health. The value of this simple yet critical exercise in oral hygiene has been shown time and time again. Flossing offers a chance to remove bits and pieces that a toothbrush will undoubtedly miss. Being afraid of the ‘cavity bugs,’…
Tooth Whitening And Your Dentist
Tooth whitening has become one of the most popular dental procedures in Missouri. It seems that everyone is whitening their teeth to help their smiles look younger and brighter. Many individuals are turning to over-the-counter solutions to improve their teeth, however, there can be drawbacks to this approach. Here is some basic advice on tooth…
Avoid These 5 Smile Wreckers
We hope today’s post will alert blog visitors to some harmful oral health threats. At Jefferson City Dental Care, too often, we treat tooth decay and damage caused by the following: 1. Sports Injuries Many parents send their kids out on the playing field with a mouthguard but fail to safeguard themselves when they participate…
Soft, Medium, Or Buzz Lightyear?
At Jefferson City Dental Care, Dr. Justin Johnson is often asked how to pick the most basic tool of oral hygiene, the toothbrush. Picking a toothbrush can be as hard as choosing a paint color, and there seems to be just as many choices. If you have visited the dental section of your local grocery…
I Evaluate Your Teeth – You Evaluate Jefferson City Dental Care
Hello friends! Welcome to our Jefferson City dentistry blog. This site is for my prized patients and anyone in the Jefferson City area who is looking for a local experienced and helpful dentist. I invite you to call 573-634-2400 to schedule an evaluation. I’m not talking about an ordinary dental evaluation, although I will certainly…
Trouble Getting Numb For Dental Treatment?
Our bodies work differently. Some dental patients don’t react to local anesthetics by getting numb. This is understandably concerning when you need dental treatment. (And the word “concerning” may be a huge understatement!) It’s important to recognize that bad experiences in the past don’t guarantee that you will never be able to become numb. At…
Floss Pick Facts For Jefferson City
Health-conscious individuals want to keep their teeth as clean as possible. However, they are also looking for convenience. That’s why many of them turn to floss picks instead of traditional dental floss. These little tools are quite handy. They usually have a handle that is pointed and can double as a toothpick, and a length…
