In today’s post, we will concentrate on important behaviors that affect oral health. Of course, effective brushing and flossing are two critical habits for healthy teeth, but there are many more things we can do to maintain a healthy smile. Diet Do’s Do eat a nutritious diet with a variety of foods. This is required…
General Dentistry
How Oral Inflammation Affects Your Health

Swollen and painful gums are symptoms of periodontal disease, an inflammatory gum disease. Swelling occurs from an auto-immune response of the body reacting to an infection. Infections are noticeable through pain, redness, and warmth. If the infection is left untreated, it can affect the bone near the teeth. The body’s immune system wants to rid…
5 Critical Oral Cancer Facts

Dental Checkups Are Not Just About Cavities At Jefferson City Dental Care we urge people to come in twice a year for a dental examination and cleaning. If you abstain from twice-yearly dental checkups because you don’t believe you have any tooth decay, perhaps getting an oral cancer screening is a more persuasive reason to see your…
Do Kids Get Periodontal Disease?

Most Jefferson City moms and dads are concerned about cavities. And rightly so. Tooth decay in children is a serious and widespread disease. What about kids’ gum disease? Are kids at risk for an oral ailment that is prevalent in the adult population? Short answer: yes. Let’s discuss it. Children and teenagers are at risk…
How Much Do Dental Implants Cost?

I’m Dr. Justin Johnson. Thanks for stopping to read my blog. I know it can be confusing to research the cost of getting a dental implant and finding nothing solid online. Let me take a moment to explain why most dental practice websites don’t publish the cost of dental implants. 1. The Math Might Come…
The ADA: Promoting Dental Health Since 1859

This post from Jefferson City Dental Care takes a look at the American Dental Association. You have probably seen the ADA logo on toothpaste and floss, but what else do you know about this dental institution? The ADA’s purpose is to improve the level of public oral health by supporting the dental industry through not-for-profit…
Our Dental Team Takes Care Of You

At Jefferson City Dental Care, the dentist does most of the heavy lifting, but not all of it. Each member of our team helps us provide a high standard of care. This article will focus on the duties of a dental assistant. You probably think of the dental assistant as: “The one who suctions my…
Keep Holidays Healthy For Your Teeth!

Who doesn’t love the holidays? They’re a time to take a break from your regular routine and spend time with friends and family. If you’re not careful, though, holiday celebrations can take a toll on your oral health. They typically involve delicious food, drinks, and sweets that can put you at risk for tooth decay…
Preventing Tooth Decay

At Jefferson City Dental Care we serve people from three to 103 years old. We know that tooth decay is a major culprit and our goal is to help fight tooth decay, one mouth at a time. We believe in delivering the highest quality General and Cosmetic Dentistry in the Jefferson City, Missouri area. Blame it…
Do I Floss My New Tooth Implant in Jefferson City?

Do you need to change your flossing technique for a tooth implant in Jefferson City? Before you got a dental implant, hopefully, you were brushing at least twice a day and flossing daily. If you wear dentures, you should have been cleaning them with a denture paste and brushing the soft tissues in your mouth. A permanent…