Charmaine Johnson DDS Premier Smile Center

Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is a serious infection that can damage your teeth and gums. It is a lot more prevalent than you may realize. An estimated 42 percent of U.S. adults age 30 years or over...

Unfortunately, life as we knew it before Coronavirus, will no longer be the life we know now or the future we expected. Despite the rising infection numbers, we will pick out the good and positive things that come from it....

We have all been conditioned to stay home during the coronavirus pandemic. We have been told to avoid unnecessary trips. We must keep our mouth and nose covered. So, why would you break all these rules and expose yourself to...

Having dry mouth is a very difficult and frustrating thing to deal with. Not only is it uncomfortable, but it predisposes you to cavities and gum disease. We have a specific protocol for all our dry mouth patients that helps...

Smoking is one of the hardest habits to kick! Cigarette smoke has 7,000 chemicals with more than 70 of which can cause cancer. Smoking will also be the cause of one out of three of all cancer deaths and can...

What is tooth decay and how does it form? A cavity, or decay, begins with the buildup of plaque and bacteria on your tooth, creating acid, which then breaks down the hard surface of your teeth, aka enamel.  Once the...

Every year we are faced with the flu season and believe it or not, a recent review from the Journal of Dental Hygiene reviews how some bacteria in the mouth can add to this problem. (more…)

A Root Canal Treats Pain Root canals are performed to save teeth. In the United States, they save an estimated 24 million teeth every year. The tooth is covered by hard material but it contains living tissue at its centre...

You are not alone if you fear going to the dentist, or even when you just think about it!  Whatever the reason is, the right dental team should be able to help manage your dental fear and emotional health.  One thing...