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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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Will a dry socket heal on its own?
Usually yes
How do you treat a pit and fissure cavity?
Many times using a tiny drill, place a small filling, and cover the non affected area with a sealant.
Does gingivitis go away?
If you brush and floss. See your dentist for proper advice and treatment
How can I tighten my loose teeth at home?
Not sure you can. You need to find out why they are loose? Low vitamin D, malocclusion, tumors?
How does dental health relate to heart health?
Most definitely. Some studies are showing gum disease may play as a factor in Alzheimer’s
What type of anesthesia is used for wisdom tooth removal?
Local, sedation and general anesthesia are different ways to blood reduce pain during a procedure.
Should you brush your teeth with salt water?
Only if there is an open wound in your mouth.
Does coconut oil whiten your teeth?
Probably not.
How long should you keep Listerine in your mouth?
Follow manufacturers recommendations.
How can I speed up bone graft healing?
Avoid smoking, and get proper nutrition.
Is lemon bad for your teeth?
Pure lemon juice is damaging to the teeth due to having a very acidic ph. Diluted with water or in foods is fine
Can a toothache last for months?
Sure! But why let it? Go see a dentist.
How do you get rid of a gum infection without antibiotics?
Depends on what type of infection. You need to see a dentist.
What home remedy kills bacteria in teeth?
Salt water, brushing, flossing, listerine, and or hydrogen peroxide may reduce some oral infections.
Can dental implants get infected years later?
Yes. Periimplantitis can occur so it’s important to have routine dental cleanings and checkups.
Are antibiotics necessary after a dental bone graft?
Yes. Usually amoxicillin if you’re not allergic.
I have pain in the roof of my mouth?
Have your dentist, oral surgeon or ENT evaluate this. In the meantime, avoid hard food, smoking or rough brushing. It may be a virus or something worse. Have it evaluated soon. READ MORE
Have your dentist, oral surgeon or ENT evaluate this. In the meantime, avoid hard food, smoking or rough brushing. It may be a virus or something worse. Have it evaluated soon.
I had a recent extraction procedure but there are fragments still in the x-ray?
It could be a bone sequestrum or possibly tooth fragment. It’s common and requires a simple follow up to remove it. It appears you have a large cavity in the tooth in front of READ MORE
It could be a bone sequestrum or possibly tooth fragment. It’s common and requires a simple follow up to remove it. It appears you have a large cavity in the tooth in front of it which may need root canal treatment.
How soon can you eat after tooth gap bonding?
Right away if you are no longer numb. Be careful eating hard foods and apples etc. bonding isn’t as strong as the tooth and can easily be broken or chipped.
