Tips From Your Family Dentist in Paducah

A chipped tooth can lead to serious complications, which is why it is so important to undergo a repair. There are many ways that a general family dentist, like Dr. Ben Johnson at Johnson Family Dental in Paducah, can treat a tooth with a chip in it, ranging from...

Waking up to a sharp and throbbing pain inside your mouth could mean one thing: you have a toothache. Tooth pain seems to appear quickly and with intensity, making it even more urgent to deal with the root cause as soon as possible. Read on to learn more about why you...

In the past, porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns were a popular solution for damaged or decayed teeth. While they were certainly effective, patients may notice a black line forming near the gums out of nowhere. Unfortunately, these dark lines are unsightly and can ruin a...

Your smile is one of the first things people notice about you. And it's no wonder. A smile is contagious. It has the ability to make you smile, and it can make those around you smile as well. It can help you make friends. A smile can also boost your confidence and...

A dentist will tell you that while you are sleep, your mouth may be very active. If you find yourself waking up with headaches, facial pain, neck aches, or a sore jaw, you may have tooth grinding, a condition we also call bruxism. We see many people who experience...

As we age, our teeth can become weaker and more prone to decay. This is because our enamel, the protective outer layer of teeth, can become thinner over time. Fortunately, there are steps we can take to strengthen our teeth and keep them healthy. Read on to learn...

‘Tis the season for reflection and resolutions. Of course, you can improve your oral hygiene any time of year, but there’s something about looking ahead that makes it seem not only possible but probable.Here are our top 10 Dental Resolutions – take any or all of them...

The holiday season is here and now more than ever we are tempted by chocolate sweets and bubbly treats that at this time of year are difficult to resist and avoid. But there are some things you can do this Christmas time to minimize the risk of dental decay in the New...

Like every year, the holidays are a time to reflect on the past year, toast to the future, and spend time with loved ones. While it is natural for us to look forward to certain holiday dishes & treats, it is important to remember that every bite has an impact on...

Good oral health vs. bad food—it’s a popular debate, forcing many to choose between healthy, beautiful teeth or enjoying the foods you love, but here at Johnson Family Dental in Paducah, we beg the question: why not both? As one of Paducah's leading dental practice,...