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Dr. James Alan Johnson
Dentist
Dr. James Johnson is a Dentist practicing in Houston, Texas. Dr. Johnson specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases and conditions associated with the mouth and overall dental health. Dentists are trained to carry out such treatment as professional cleaning, restorative, prosthodontic, and endodontic procedures, and performing examinations, among many others.
Dr. James Alan Johnson
- Houston, Texas
- University of Texas Health Science Center
- Accepting new patients
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Can a root canal save my tooth?
In many instances, yes
Can I get a root canal without anesthesia?
Sometimes but I don’t recommend it
What level of gum recession needs treatment?
Three to four mm of recession with 1 or less mm of attached gingiva. It’s best to have minimum of 3mm of attached gingiva but insurance only wants to pay when there is 0mm of attachment. READ MORE
Three to four mm of recession with 1 or less mm of attached gingiva. It’s best to have minimum of 3mm of attached gingiva but insurance only wants to pay when there is 0mm of attachment. This is letting the problem go too far.
Can I get an implant without a bone graft?
In many cases yes. But each implant is different
Is a root canal a serious procedure?
People can die from abcessed teeth! So not getting the root canal done or having the tooth extracted is dangerous
What can cause swollen gum under a crown?
Abcess tooth, fractured tooth, poor margin, open contact with food packing
Can you damage a crown with Waterpik?
No but you can cause periodontal problems if used incorrectly
Can pinhole surgery fix front teeth gum recession?
In many cases yes
What can I eat with braces?
Not gum, hard candy, ice, beef jerky, Jordon almonds etc. Use common sense and follow the orthodontist’s instructions
Can I get a crown on my implant 2 months after surgery?
It’s best to wait at least three months
Can you redo a root canal?
In some cases
Will Invisalign get rid of black triangles?
Not usually. A periodontal graft along with veneers or crowns is usually the only way
How many teeth can be missing for a partial denture?
Well the fewest teeth I like to place a partial on is four. One bicuspid and canine on each side. Occasionally I’ve only had two canines to anchor in to successfully. However any READ MORE
Well the fewest teeth I like to place a partial on is four. One bicuspid and canine on each side. Occasionally I’ve only had two canines to anchor in to successfully. However any fewer than three or four teeth is risky.
Can I clean under the bridge with a flosser?
With a floss threader
Can I drink hot drinks after a root canal?
Maybe. Best to avoid for a few days
Can I use a Waterpik with partial dentures?
Always remove your partial and brush and floss normally
Should you rest after a root canal procedure?
Yes at least a day if possible
