Pregnancy is a happy time for many women. But even as you anticipate bringing new life into the world, it’s important to be aware that pregnancy can bring certain dental health risks. We can help you with them at Jefferson City Dental Care in Jefferson City. Before you press the alarm button, let us clarify:…
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Teeth Whitening: Do It Right
As the years go by, our teeth naturally lose their luster. Dark colored foods and drinks speed up the process, but even people who avoid coffee, wine and cola are not immune to yellow or gray teeth. Want to brighten up your smile? Have you considered tooth whitening? Teeth whitening at Jefferson City Dental Care…
Is Your Mouth Sore Something Serious?
As a dentist, one of my roles is to help you take care of your mouth. Some of my patients have dilemmas with mouth sores, thus the topic of today’s article. If you have a mouth sore that lasts more than a week or two; it is vital to come in for an exam. Mouth…
Keeping Dental Patients Comfortable
To state the obvious, nobody enjoys pain. Dr. Johnson knows this, and that is why the friendly dental team at Jefferson City Dental Care has made patient comfort our first priority. In conjunction with creating a calm environment, we have various medications that can reduce and even eliminate pain associated with different dental procedures to…
When Brushing Is A Battle: Tips For Jefferson City Parents
Some Jefferson City parents wrongly believe that their child’s primary teeth are somehow less important than their secondary teeth. The fallacy goes like this: “They’re going to fall out, right? We’ll get serious about oral hygiene when their big teeth come in.” Your child’s primary teeth, or baby teeth, are just as important to their…
Protect Young Smiles From Childhood Tooth Decay
We get it. Parents have a lot to worry about when it comes to their child’s health and safety. Committing to daily oral hygiene will prevent the pain, inconvenience, and expense of dealing with cavities in children. Even though most parents know the basics of children’s dental care, Jefferson City pediatric dentists continue to see…
Bad Breath Treatment At Jefferson City Dental Care
Do you suspect that you have bad breath? I’m Justin Johnson of Jefferson City Dental Care, a full-service dental office in Jefferson City, Missouri. I help our dental patients diagnose and overcome this unpleasant, bothersome, and potentially embarrassing condition. Bacteria that live in your mouth cause a bad smell. Breath mints and mouthwashes do not…
Should You Worry About Dental X-rays?
Providing premium dental care is much easier for dentists when they have extensive, comprehensive information about their patients’ oral health. Pictures are more reliable than written notes. To go a step further: pictures that show what’s going on below the visible surface of your teeth are worth even more than a thousand words. So, along…
Does Your Teen Have Unique Dental Challenges?
Categories: Dental health
The team at Jefferson City Dental Care serving Jefferson City, California, Columbia and Fulton MO wants to discuss teenager oral health and some issues your teen might have. When it comes to oral health, adolescence is a pivotal time. On the upside, the last of the permanent teeth come in providing young men and women with…
The Tea And Teeth Question
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental health
Jefferson City Dental Care serving Jefferson City, California, Columbia and Fulton MO can help you achieve a beautiful smile. Something that might concern you about your smile is stained teeth. You might wonder if you should investigate tooth whitening. A common cause of tooth staining: dark beverages including tea. Over time, tea (and the tannins in tea) builds up…
