My Blog

• posted: Jan. 31, 2023

“Non-nutritive sucking behavior”? That’s a mouthful—literally! This term describes behaviors such as thumb sucking and pacifier use, which are generally healthy, self-soothing activities for infants and toddlers. But, if followed Read More

• posted: Jan. 24, 2023

Sucking is a common instinct for babies and the use of a pacifier or their thumb offers a sense of safety and security, as well a way to relax. According to Read More

• posted: Jan. 17, 2023

Many parents have concerns about their children’s teeth not falling out on time. the doctor and our team are here to answer any questions parents may have about when children Read More

• posted: Jan. 10, 2023

The habit of grinding teeth can be both painful and harmful for your children. If you discover that they are frequently grinding their teeth—a condition called bruxism—here is some helpful Read More

• posted: Jan. 03, 2023

Our team at Bill Johnson, DMD knows that every parent loves to hear his or her child say, "no cavities!" when leaving our office. Let's talk about why primary (baby) Read More

• posted: Dec. 27, 2022

Watching the clock tick down the final seconds until midnight, many of us- Bill Johnson, DMD included- feel nostalgic about the passing year and hopeful about the new one to Read More

• posted: Dec. 20, 2022

Halitosis is the scientific name for bad breath. It is one of the most common oral concerns, and it affects a large percentage of the population, including children. Having bad Read More

• posted: Dec. 13, 2022

When it comes to gum disease and your child, it’s a good news/bad news situation. The very good news is that children rarely suffer from advanced gum disease, or periodontitis. Read More

• posted: Mar. 18, 2014

Welcome to the Blog of Bill Johnson, DMD Whether you are an existing patient or searching for a dentist in the Shively, KY area, we’re excited you are here. With the dental Read More