Do you have a special event coming up? Perhaps a wedding, graduation, milestone birthday, anniversary, or reunion? These celebrations usually involve a lot of photographs and, of course, you want to look beautiful. You may not have time to lose 20 pounds, but you can completely beautify your smile with cosmetic dentistry. Here are five…
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Affordable Jefferson City Cosmetic Dentistry
Categories: General Dentistry
Will your Missouri dental insurance cover Jefferson City cosmetic dental procedures? Many Jefferson City dentistry patients assume their dental insurance won’t cover any cosmetic dental procedures. This is probably true for tooth bleaching in Wardsville or first time dental bonding. However, many Missouri dental insurance plans and dental supplemental plans cover orthodontia and any treatment…
Do Veneers Make Teeth Look Bigger?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
A well-designed veneer does not make your tooth look larger – unless you want it to. A veneer can correct many cosmetic dental problems and is a minimally invasive restoration. During the placement of some porcelain veneers, an extremely thin layer of enamel is removed from the tooth. If you have teeth with damage, discoloration,…
6 Things You Should Know Before Having Oral Surgery
Categories: General Dentistry
When it comes to preparing for oral surgery, the revered patients of Jefferson City Dental Care are given 6 important instructions to get them through from start to finish. First, Choose Wisely Understanding the pros and cons of a procedure helps you attain the optimal outcome. This critical knowledge about your dental experience opens up…
Avoid Sports Injuries: Protect Those Teeth!
Categories: General Dentistry
It is estimated that over 5 million teeth are knocked out yearly and a significant portion of these dental traumas occur on the playing field or court. Each dislodged tooth requires several trips to the dentist and hundreds of dollars in restoration expenses. Not to mention pain! I’m Dr. Justin Johnson of Jefferson City Dental…
Be Wise About Your Wisdom Teeth, Jefferson City
Categories: General Dentistry
Hi, I’m Dr. Justin Johnson, and today in the Jefferson City dental blog we will be discussing the often misunderstood subject of wisdom teeth. Wisdom teeth are sometimes called the third molars because they are even farther back in the mouth than the two sets of regular molars we all have. These four teeth usually…
What’s On Your Dental Wish List?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
A cosmetic dental consultation is informative and enjoyable. As the patient, you’ll have the opportunity to describe your goals and expectations. If this is your first visit to the practice, you’ll discover whether you feel comfortable with our dentist and other members of the treatment team. Successful cosmetic dentistry consultations help us provide the highest…
The Jefferson City Dental Care Guide To Preventing Gum Disease
Categories: Gum Disease
Hearing that you have periodontal disease or “gum disease” can be upsetting. Here at Jefferson City Dental Care in Jefferson City, Missouri, we are committed to educating and assisting patients in preventing gum disease. If you discover that you already have gum disease, don’t despair. We can help. Symptoms of Gum Disease Bleeding gums Swollen,…
3 Tips To Make Brushing In Jefferson City Count
Categories: Family Dentistry
Many of Dr. Justin Johnson’s patients walk in for cosmetic dentistry, family dentistry, or Invisalign. Many for routine checkups and cleanings. Most really want to know if they are brushing properly. Having patients come for treatment and leave with questions answered – from which toothpaste to buy to proper tools and techniques – is our…
What Does Your Saliva Reveal?
Categories: General Dentistry
Jefferson City dentists know that a mouth examination can reveal problems in other parts of the patient’s body. Because many diseases manifest in soft tissues of the mouth or cause pain in the jaw, dentists often refer patients to their medical doctor for further diagnosis when they encounter issues such as inflammation, chronic bad breath,…
