What is general anesthesia for dental services? General anesthesia is a beneficial procedure that helps make children feel more comfortable during dental care. It provides a deep sleep-like state for the child to help with anxiety, and it keeps them…
Laser Dentist: Dr. Jarod Johnson is pleased to be a laser dentist in Muscatine, IA who now offers highly effective BIOLASE Epic™ Laser technology in his office. This laser surgery system is revolutionizing the way certain dental procedures are performed, including…
*|MC:SUBJECT|* *|MC_PREVIEW_TEXT|* After a long winter Spring is finally upon us! We are excited to welcome some much needed warmer weather. With warmer weather comes new growth, and as your kids grow we grow. Our office has added new technology to…
Muscatine Dentist Awarded for Treating Children Dr. Jarod Johnson, a pediatric dentist practicing in Muscatine, Iowa has been featured in the November issue of Dentaltown Magazine. Dr. Jarod is the second Muscatine dentist awarded for seeing underserved patients; previously Dr.…
Where can I get a dental exam for school? A dental exam for a child can be completed by a qualified health professional in Iowa. Qualified healthcare professionals include family dentists, pediatric dentists, dental hygienists, doctors/physicians, and nurse practitioners. Adolescents…
Parents may notice a discoloration of teeth in children while they are brushing. There can be many reasons for discoloration. Teeth can undergo color changes due to cavities, trauma, tooth development, or staining. Causes of Tooth Discoloration If a parent…
What are the risks of sedation for kids in dentistry? Our office follows guidelines endorsed by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and American Academy of Pediatrics for sedation of children and/or general anesthesia. We always discuss the risks and…
Shift Magazine 2017 Dr. Jarod Johnson contributed to the inaugural edition of Shift Magazine. The magazine is a nationally distributed publication and focuses on current issues in Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Jarod’s article titled “Sun, Sand, and an Amalgam Carrier in…
Dr. Jarod Johnson published Pulp Vitality in Pediatric Patients in the May 2017 edition of Dentaltown. Dentaltown Magazine is read by deniststs around the country. "Pulp Vitality in Pediatric Patients" focuses on pulp therapy for permanent teeth impacted by tooth…
Dentistry can be intimidating for parents and their children. Children can develop cavities as soon as teeth erupt, which can make treatment difficult due to the cooperation of a young child. At our office, we are happy to off different…