Chris Johns DDS

We all want to start the new year off with a fresh start. To some, this may be a trip to the dentist for a smile makeover. Some may need a whitening treatment, others may need more cosmetic treatments to improve their grin. A crown is an option that may be presented to the patient to improve upon or completely replace a flawed tooth. [ 242 more words ] http://www.chrisjohnsdds.com//tip-your-cap-to-the-crown-m/

If there is anything that a dentist can stress to their patients, it's the need to get dental restorations as soon as possible because it can lead to more issues than just a flawed smile. It can lead to various other health issues, leaving your mouth susceptible to bacteria and infection. They stress the importance of dental restorations because they improve your oral health any prevent any serious predicaments such as gum disease and periodontal disease. [ 220 more words ] http://www.chrisjohnsdds.com//why-you-may-need-dental-res/

Dental hygiene is important to keeping our teeth bright and white, but did you know you could eat your way to brighter teeth as well? It’s true! According to the Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, certain foods naturally cleanse, brighten, and defend against bacteria that can harm your teeth and gums. The teeth and gums mirror what’s going on in the rest of your body, therefore, what you consume influences the health of your smile. [ 241 more words ] http://www.chrisjohnsdds.com//brighten-your-teeth-with-sn/

Do people cringe when you speak to them? Do they offer you a mint or stick of gum on a regular basis? Hate to break it to you, but you may have bad breath. Most people see bad breath as a consequence of diet and not brushing their teeth, but bad breath can be an indicator of potentially serious dental problems. [ 246 more words ] http://www.chrisjohnsdds.com//when-your-breath-stinks-mil/

In order to keep gum disease at bay, we practice proper oral hygiene. You keep up your daily practices and visit the dentist on a regular basis. If everything is done properly, the odds of you running into dental issues is slim. But if you do have a poor dental checkup, it may lead to worsened dental issues, especially if left untreated. [ 242 more words ] http://www.chrisjohnsdds.com//when-bacteria-get-under-you/