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…
Dental Implants
What’s Your Dental Plan?
Planning for Success To achieve the utmost in oral health and a brilliant smile, you need a strategy. If you’re in Jefferson City, Missouri looking for a smile makeover and need family dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, Invisalign, or any number of dental restoration procedures done, your strategy should be: “Contact my professional neighborhood dental practice.” Jefferson…
Less Is More At Jefferson City Dental Care In Jefferson City
There are valuable new developments in Missouri dentistry: stronger, natural-looking materials; improved techniques; more effective diagnostic methods; and more precise instruments. Combine these with the experience and expertise of Dr. Justin Johnson and you’re left with less of what used to make people dread going to the dentist. Less Pain Improved painkillers, lasers, and innovative…
6 Ways To Prepare For Your Dental Procedure
Nervous about an upcoming procedure? Let Jefferson City Dental Care offer 6 ways to prepare yourself mentally, emotionally, and physically before your big dental day. First, remember Dr. Justin Johnson is trained to provide the best care and comfort possible. Second, take some time to relax and discover what you are nervous about. Take deep…
How Much Do You Know About Gum Disease?
1. Which of the things listed below are risk factors for gum disease (periodontitis)? a. Pregnancy b. Overbite c. Diabetes d. Genetics 2. Which of the things listed below are possible signs of gum disease? a. Teeth that look like they are longer b. A change in the way dentures fit c. Bad breath d.…
Celebrity Smiles Without The Annoying Paparazzi
Hello friends of Jefferson City Dental Care! Close your eyes. Picture the most sensational smile you have ever seen. Perhaps it is the attractive smile of your significant other. Perhaps it is your favorite actor, actress, or singer. What makes this smile memorable? The brilliant color? The beautiful translucency? The pleasing shape? The alignment of…
Your Perfect Smile Is Only A Few Dental Visits Away
What does it take to really change the way you look? Hours upon hours at the gym? Expensive trips to the most cutting-edge salon in the Jefferson City area? What about a routine trip to your dentist? You may not love going to the dentist, but you will love the results when they help you…
Relieving Your Dental Anxiety At Jefferson City Dental Care
Hello Jefferson City dental blog visitors, welcome to the Jefferson City Dental Care blog. I am Dr. Justin Johnson of Jefferson City Dental Care in Jefferson City. A close friend of mine recently expressed fears about her upcoming root canal. She was anxious about the pain she might experience and worried about getting work off…
Look As Young As You Feel By Replacing Missing Teeth
Some people are fortunate to experience the rewards of growing older. Maturity and wisdom. Increased financial stability. More free time for family, hobbies, or travel. And last but not least: grandchildren! Gaps In Your Smile? Anyone over sixty knows that aging isn’t always a picnic, however. Physical problems can lower the quality of life. Dental…
Are Dental Implants An Option If I Have Receding Gums?
Dentists have to make a lot of judgment calls. Implant dentists are no exception. A dental implant specialist must identify which patients are good candidates for implant surgery. Dental implants have a high success rate when performed correctly. Success depends on many variables. An important decision is whether the patient has enough healthy bone to…
