People that are plagued with dental phobia (Dentophobia) may take comfort in the fact that it is a fairly common diagnosable mental condition. At least they know they are not alone and that the medical community takes it seriously. Phobias like Pteromerhanophobia: (the fear of flying) and Acrophobibia (the fear of heights) can be difficult,…
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Quirky Dental Facts That May Surprise You
Categories: Dental health, General Dentistry
In today’s Jefferson City Dental Care post, we share some fun facts about dentistry. Enjoy! Many dental patients are aware that before there was formal dental training and licensing, barbers often performed dental procedures. But did you know that blacksmiths also moonlighted as dentists?1 How would you like your dental visit to involve tools used…
Making The Cost Of Dental Treatment Palatable At Jefferson City Dental Care
A healthy smile is priceless and superior dental care is a worthwhile investment in your quality of life. But the cost of treatment and precision restorations can sometimes be prohibitive. Knowing what to expect price-wise can make your dental visit more palatable. Obviously, the cost of some procedures such as crowns versus fillings is dependent…
Healthy Living Starts With A Smile
What comes to mind when you hear the term “healthy living?” A dinner plate with grilled chicken breast and a tossed salad? The sound of your feet rhythmically hitting the ground on your favorite jogging footpath? A cholesterol test indicating that your arteries are in great shape? If you pictured a white, healthy smile or…
You Can’t Afford Cheap Dental Work
Have you ever gotten a killer deal on a used car that turned out to be a lemon? After a couple of years of continual repairs, you realized that it ended up costing as much as a new car would have. And after spending all that money, you still have a lemon. The same is…
How Do You Choose a Dental Practice For a Dental Implant?
Today’s article is for individuals who have decided to replace a tooth with a tooth implant. Great choice! Now you need to choose a dental implant dentist to perform the procedure. This is a key decision. A dental implant is permanent. It involves oral surgery. It requires a significant financial investment. Making a bad choice…
Sedation Dentistry In Jefferson City For Kids And Parents
At Jefferson City Dental Care we know that many Jefferson City children are afraid of going to the dentist. I am Justin Johnson and my staff and I at Jefferson City Dental Care want to make your child’s first visit to my Jefferson City practice a positive experience. Regular dental check-ups from toddler age are…
The Best Resolution Is To Smile More!
This New Year’s Eve, folks all over the world will be watching the ball and waiting for it to drop. They will be jotting down resolutions left and right, ranging from the achievable to the borderline impossible. As everyone around you is dusting off old workout equipment and renewing gym memberships, Jefferson City Dental Care…
Five Facts About Enamel Erosion
Categories: Dental health, Family Dentistry
This post from Jefferson City Dental Care in Jefferson City is about your tooth enamel, and how you can best protect it. Our teeth work hard and are constantly under assault. It’s no wonder that nature encases them with an armor of enamel – the hardest substance in the body. Sadly, enamel erosion is extremely…
5 Reasons to Schedule a Dental Cleaning Today
Categories: Dental health, General Dentistry
Are you one of those people who dreads having your teeth cleaned? At Jefferson City Dental Care in Jefferson City, we get it: no one really likes having their teeth and gums poked, prodded, and scraped. But for most people it’s simple and painless, and in the long run it is well worth it! Here…
