You rarely hear the word “toothpaste” without it being preceded by “fluoride.” “Fluoride toothpaste” is ubiquitous for good reason. Fluoride is an essential mineral that helps your teeth stay strong. It is found in some foods and water and makes toothpaste more effective at fighting cavities. Fluoride helps teeth by making them stronger and more…
General Dentistry
Don’t Put Off Your Dental Exam
Hi kids, adults, and golden-agers in Plano. No matter what age you are, as long as you have teeth, dental exams are a key practice for keeping your smile healthy and beautiful! (If you don’t have any teeth, communicate with us about dentures and dental implants.) At The Plano Dentist, we have an excellent office…
The Plano Dentist Works To Earn Your Trust
Hello! I’m Dr. Johanna Bushey, DMD, of The Plano Dentist in Plano. I have been practicing general and cosmetic dentistry since 2005. Dentistry is a challenging and fascinating profession; dentists must have diagnostic skills, dexterity, extensive scientific knowledge, and good visual memory. Dentistry also requires artistic ability. In addition to the technical aspects of dentistry,…
Smile More, Live Better
If you feel that you have an unattractive smile, you probably don’t smile very often. Perhaps you make a conscious effort to avoid smiling in social and professional settings. Do you think frequent smiling has a dramatic effect on your life? You bet it does. In addition to simply making us happier, smiling benefits our…
Let’s Talk About Your Smile
I’m Johanna Bushey of The Plano Dentist. My office is located at 3115 W Parker Rd Ste C538 in Plano. One of the best things about being a dentist is interacting with my patients. During initial dental consultations, I listen carefully to my patient’s short and long-term dental goals. I enjoy discussing options and developing…
Smile Makeovers: First Things First
Hello, I’m Dr. Johanna Bushey of The Plano Dentist. Thanks for visiting my blog. In today’s post, we will focus on something that happens occasionally when a patient requests cosmetic dentistry from their Plano dentist. Let me set the stage. The patient comes in for a consultation about a smile makeover. We’ll call him Mr.…
Teen Teeth: Adolescent Oral Health
If you are a teenager or the parent of a teenager, today’s The Plano Dentist post is for you. Today’s post discusses dental issues of special concern to adolescents. Dental risks for Plano teens include both developmental and lifestyle-related factors. At The Plano Dentist, we see tooth decay and gum disease far too often in…
What Hidden Problems Can Dental X-rays Detect?
It’s not extremely enjoyable. You have to put on the heavy apron, hold a stiff piece of film in your mouth, and sit really, really still while your dentist’s assistant takes x-rays. Is it really required? Absolutely! No question about it. Your dentist can’t see everything that is going on with your teeth, bone, and…
Treatment For Sensitive Teeth
For those individuals who feel pain when you sip your morning coffee or who cringe each time you brush or floss, The Plano Dentist is here for you, and has been treating this common problem since 2005. The first line of defense against tooth sensitivity is proper oral hygiene. Incorrect brushing and over-brushing can bring about…
Schedule Your Coronation
We treat all of our patients royally here at The Plano Dentist, but some of them receive actual crowns. We’re not talking about crowns a king or queen wears, but crowns for your teeth! If you live near Dallas, The Plano Dentist is the best place to get your teeth looking better than ever. And…
