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Whitening Teeth with Braces

October 28th, 2020

Now that you are working hard to improve your dental health and appearance with your braces, it might seem like a logical time to whiten your teeth as well. But should you go ahead with home kits or a professional whitening? The answer might be yes, but not quite yet! Toothpaste The easiest way to…
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The Hazards of Smokeless Tobacco

October 21st, 2020

Many smokers believe that chewing tobacco is a safer alternative to smoking cigarettes. This simply isn't the case! In fact, smokeless tobacco can cause serious health concerns. Smokeless tobacco comes in many forms and goes by many names: dip, snuff, snus, or simply chewing tobacco. Use of these products usually involves sucking or chewing on…
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Invisalign Teen® Treatment Benefits

October 14th, 2020

Many teens want straighter teeth but dread a mouth full of metal. Because of that, Invisalign Teen treatment has become a popular choice among teens. It produces great results without the hassle of traditional braces. If you’re like most teens at our Durango, Bayfield, or Pagosa Springs office, you love hanging out with your friends,…
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The Advantage of Invisalign Teen®

September 30th, 2020

Many teens want to improve their smile without the pain and embarrassment of having to wear metal braces. Just like metal braces, Invisalign works by gently moving teeth into position. Metal braces are worn continuously, however, and need to be adjusted by Dr. Vaughn Johnson regularly in order to move the teeth into proper position.…
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