We treat all of our patients royally here at Jefferson City Dental Care in Jefferson City, but some of them receive actual crowns. Not what a king or queen wears, of course, but crowns for their teeth! Crowns are sometimes called caps, and they’re placed over a tooth to restore its shape and strength, and…
Restorative Dentistry
Dental Implants: Too Good To Be True?
Dental implants from Jefferson City Dental Care in Jefferson City can be used to replace one or several teeth, or even anchor a set of dentures. They look and function like natural teeth. Does that sound too good to be true? You’ve probably heard some dental implant hype: Bite and chew like normal. Implant-supported dentures…
7 Ways To Fix A Tooth
Categories: Dental health, Restorative Dentistry
In a perfect world, each of your teeth would stay healthy, strong, and brilliantly white throughout your life. Unfortunately, most of us will need to restore a tooth at some point. At Jefferson City Dental Care in Jefferson City, we can help. A tooth can be compromised by decay, enamel erosion, a chip or crack,…
Improve Your Smile for Yourself (And Those That Look at You)
Losing one or more of your natural teeth impacts your smile, and your ability to bite and chew. But with dental implants from Jefferson City Dental Care in Jefferson City, you can regain your smile and the ability to eat just about anything. Dental implants are titanium posts that are anchored into your jaw. They…
Dental Implants Are Truly Life-Changing
Patients who are thinking about a dental implant from Jefferson City Dental Care in Jefferson City often ask how long they last. An implant is a significant investment, after all. Do they really last a lifetime, like people say? The answer is yes, but an explanation is in order. A dental implant is not a…
A Noteworthy Dental Experience
When Dr. Justin Johnson walks into the room, you often feel the atmosphere kick up a notch. Here at Jefferson City Dental Care we see patients for anything from fillings to cosmetic dentistry to cleaning requests. Having your teeth cleaned can be just as critical as addressing cavities and taking care of cosmetic dentistry needs.…
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…
Treatment For Stress-Induced Jaw Pain
Categories: General Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry
Everyday dilemmas cause some men and women to respond by clenching their jaw or grinding their teeth. Daily commuting, work problems, or an overpacked schedule are some persistent culprits. Teeth grinding and jaw clenching can trigger or aggravate a painful condition called TMD or Temporomandibular Joint Disorder. TMD is often mistakenly called ‘TMJ,’ the acronym…
Why Does an Overbite Need to Be Fixed?
An overbite, also called a deep bite or closed bite, is a type of malocclusion. It is characterized by the upper front teeth protruding excessively over the bottom front teeth when back teeth are closed. What are the causes of a deep bite? Lower jaw shorter than upper jaw This is the most common cause…
4 Oral Ailments To Discuss With Your Dentist
Let’s discuss the most frequent oral conditions that should be discussed with your dentist. 1. Bad Breath. Sure, nobody wants to admit that they have bad breath, but bad breath can be treated. It is usually related to bacteria build-up in the mouth. This means that it might be a symptom of accelerating tooth decay. Discuss…
