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What to do about Dry Mouth
posted: Oct. 17, 2023.

Xerostomia, commonly known as dry mouth, is a condition in which the salivary glands in the mouth don’t produce enough saliva. Saliva keeps the mouth moist and cleanses it of Read more
What is a root canal?
posted: Oct. 10, 2023.

A root canal entails the removal of the nerve supply from a tooth. If you know the purpose of a root canal, the process may seem a little less intimidating. the Read more
What's on your fall reading list?
posted: Oct. 03, 2023.

How better to spend the fall months than inside by the fireplace with a warm cup of cider and a book in hand? the doctor and our team at George Read more
I’m on a diet and getting MORE cavities!
posted: Sep. 26, 2023.

Health gurus rave about replacing unhealthy food choices with healthy ones in your diet. If you want to maintain your beautiful smile as well as your waistline, choose foods that Read more
Toothaches and Abscesses
posted: Sep. 19, 2023.

With the doctor, emergency dental care is only a phone call away. Dental problems are uncomfortable and should always be treated as soon as possible to prevent them from getting Read more
Is a Loose Tooth a Lost Tooth? Not Necessarily!
posted: Sep. 12, 2023.

When we were small, a loose tooth wasn’t a reason to be worried. On the contrary! It was a time to celebrate: A permanent tooth on the way. A sign Read more
Summer Smiles
posted: Sep. 05, 2023.

The “Back to School” ads are out already? Halloween candy’s showing up in stores? Just a minute—summer isn’t quite over yet! While the days are still warm, let’s look at Read more
Labor Day: Our favorite holiday to rest!
posted: Aug. 29, 2023.

Labor Day, celebrated on the first Monday each September here in the United States, is a holiday devoted to the American working community. The purpose of the holiday is honoring Read more
How to Handle an Unexpected Dental Emergency
posted: Aug. 22, 2023.

Regardless of the type of dental emergency you experience, it is important that you visit George Johnson DDS for emergency dental care as soon as possible. A chipped or cracked Read more
Top Five Ways to Improve Heart Health
posted: Aug. 15, 2023.

While there is no definite evidence that if your prevent gum diseases, like periodontitis, that you may be able to prevent a heart condition or heart disease. The only thing Read more
How a High-Tech Office Helps Your Dental Treatment
posted: Aug. 08, 2023.

A dental office on the cutting edge of technology offers numerous benefits to its patients. Whether you are in need of a simple cleaning or extensive restorative work, these technologies Read more
The Dog Days of Summer
posted: Aug. 01, 2023.

Here we are in the middle of the hottest time of the year. Yes, it’s the dog days of summer. But, wait—just what are “the dog days of summer,” anyway? The Read more
The Secret to Keeping Your Teeth for Life
posted: Jul. 25, 2023.

The secret to keeping your teeth for life involves more than one secret. The first is that there is no secret; and in fact, there really is no difficulty involved. Read more
What is a crown?
posted: Jul. 18, 2023.

the doctor and our team at George Johnson DDS hear this question all the time. Millions of people have dental crowns that artificially restore the chewing surface of a tooth. Read more
Fluoride Use in Adolescents
posted: Jul. 11, 2023.

Fluoride is a mineral that plays an essential role in oral health. In fact, the significant reduction in American tooth decay in recent decades can be attributed to a greater Read more
Happy Fourth of July!
posted: Jul. 04, 2023.

Happy Independence Day from the doctor and team! The Fourth of July celebrations in America may have changed a lot over the years, but there is no doubt that we Read more