Why should I have my wisdom teeth removed?

Most dentists and orthodontists recommend removal/extraction of wisdom teeth in adolescence , or at least as a young adult. The reason for this is that if the wisdom teeth do not erupt/break through, they will crowd the permanent teeth. This is especially disturbing if the patient has spent time and money on orthodontia. If the wisdom teeth do erupt, they are difficult to clean properly and can be very prone to decay. Many times, the wisdom teeth only partially erupt and serve as a source of bacteria which can increase the risks for periodontal disease.

So,if you have told to get your wisdom teeth taken out,please contact an oral surgeon today to take care of that. There's no time like the present!

Dr Brian Johnson
1240 Upper Hembree Road
Suite C
Roswell, GA 30076
(770)993-9809
www.BrianJohnsonDMD.com

Are you happy with your dentist?

Are you happy with your dentist? If I am your dentist, I certainly hope so! I hope you are so happy with our care that you tell all of your friends and co-workers!
If you are not one of our cherished patients, and you are not happy with your current dental office, we hope that you will call today to meet us! We welcome each patient, new or established just like we do guests to our home. We hope that you will experience warm welcomes on the phone, and at the office. Our goal is to make you feel instantly at ease!

Dr. Brian Johnson
1240 Upper Hembree Road
Suite C
Roswell, GA 30076
www.BrianJohnsonDMD.com
(770)993-9809

Dental health during pregnancy

Ideally, you should see your dentist 6 months before you get pregnant to make sure that your gums and teeth are healthy . When you get pregnant, you may notice that your gums bleed more than normal during regular brushing and flossing. This is because the gums become softented due to the increased blood flow normal during pregnancy. You should certainly maintain regular brushing and flossing as well as routine dental visits even during your preganancy. Periodontal disease can be harmful to your unborn baby. The reason for this is that pregnant patients with periodontal disease are at a higher risk for developing gestational diabetes and for having their babies early .
So if you are considering starting a family , and haven't seen your dentist lately, call today!

Debbie Johnson
Brian D. Johnson , DMD
1240 Upper Hembree Road
Suite C
Roswell, GA 30076
www.BrianJohnsonDMD.com
(770)993-9809

Signs of periodontal disease

Do you have periodontal disease/gum disease?
Do you ever have pain in your mouth?
Do your gums bleed when you brush your teeth or eat hard food?
Have you noticed any spaces developing between your teeth?
Do your gums ever feel swollen or tender?
Have you noticed that your gums are receding?
Do your teeth appear longer than before?
Do you have persistent bad breath?
Have you noticed pus between your teeth and gums?
Have you noticed any change in the way your teeth fit together when you bite?
Do you ever develop sores in your mouth?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, you should see your dentist.Here are some things that you can expect your dentist to do to check for this pesky condition .During a periodontal exam, your dentist or periodontist typically checks:
your gums—for bleeding, swelling, firmness, and for pockets (the space between the gum and tooth; the larger and deeper the pocket, the more severe the disease)
your teeth—for movement and sensitivity
your bite—for proper teeth alignment
your jawbone—(via x-rays) to help detect the breakdown of bone surrounding your teeth.

Call our office today !

Brian D. Johnson, DMD
1240 Upper Hembree Road
Suite C
Roswell, GA 30076
www.BrianJohnsonDMD.com
(770)993-9809

Antiobiotics and Dental Appointments

You or someone you know may been told to take antiobiotics prior to dental appointments. We are concerned about the overuse of antiobiotics; but used as intended antiobiotics are life saving. People who may require premedication include patients who have had joint replacement surgery as do those with heart murmurs or with a medical history of a heart infection called endocarditis.
The reason for the this need is that the mouth harbours all kinds of bacteria. When you come in for a dental cleaning or procedure, those bacteria gets "all stirred up" so to speak and can enter the blood stream.

If you have any questions about this issue, we are always happy to answer your questions. Please call today!

Debbie Johnson
Brian D. Johnson , DMD,PC
Family and Cosmetic Dentistry
1240 Upper Hembree Road
Suite C
Roswell, GA 30076
www.BrianJohnsonDMD.com
(770)993-9809

We welcome new patients!

We welcome new patients! Especially those that our loyal patients have sent us. We want you to know what to expect when you arrive. On the first appointment with us, you will be welcomed by our friendly staff, we will ask you to complete our new patient forms (hopefully you will have received them either by email or snail mail) , then we will take a set of 18 digital dental x-rays. Dr. Johnson will then review the x-rays , then come in to introduce himself and do a complete new patient exam. He will measure the pocket depths between your teeth and gums and then take pictures with an intra oral camera to show you your teeth up close and personal. It is our goal to "clean your teeth " on your first appoitment with us. However, if you have not seen a dentist in a while , it should come as no surprise that it may take longer and may require a second visit to accomplish this goal.

If you have particular concerns about your dental health, please feel free to communicate this to Dr. Johnson and our staff. It is our goal to make you feel welcome from the first phone call!



Debbie Johnson

Brian Johnson, DMD

Family and Cosmetic Dentistry

1240 Upper Hembree Road,

Suite C

Roswell, GA 30076

(770)993-9809

http://www.brianjohnson.com/