Dentist – Edmond OK

Damon R. Johnson DDS Dental Excellence

Dr. Johnson is part of a local tradition of dental comfort & care. He is a lifelong resident of Edmond & a 1993 graduate of the Oklahoma University College of Dentistry. He has dedicated his professional career to providing you with the best that dentistry has to offer. Dr. Johnson is continually educating himself & his staff on the latest techniques & approaches—such as CEREC® one-hour crowns & 3-D digital x-rays—to provide the most comfortable dental treatment available today. In his continuing education, he has received advanced training in porcelain veneers, tooth-colored restorations, dental implants, teeth whitening & preventive dentistry. In his free time, he enjoys hunting, fishing & hiking.

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A New Level of Respect for You & Your Family

The entire team at Damon R. Johnson DDS Dental Excellence is committed to making sure your dental experience is comfortable, personalized & affordable. Our staff is proud to have provided excellent dental care to Edmond, Oklahoma City, Piedmont, Guthrie, & the surrounding areas since 1993.

We are located across from Mitch Park in Edmond & offer convenient appointments. As your choice for an Edmond dentist, we look forward to providing you & your family with the dental excellence you deserve.

Damon R. Johnson DDS Dental Excellence waiting area

Comprehensive Dental Care in One Convenient Location

Damon R. Johnson DDS Explaining to Patient

The team of professionals at our Edmond, OK dentist practice offers comprehensive oral care that includes everything from preventive education & routine hygiene tips, to expert solutions for the orthodontic & restorative dental issues our patients face — all in one convenient location.

Our Edmond dentist, Damon R. Johnson, takes the time to carefully listen & explain treatment options & preventive measures. Our Edmond dentist office also provides family dental care & strives to instill the benefits of dental hygiene to patients at an early age.

Restorative dentistry is also a specialty of Edmond dentist, Dr. Damon R. Johnson. We offer a full service menu of restorative procedures including CEREC 3D Crowns.

Your Safety Is Our Top Priority

We maintain the highest standards of sterilization & patient safety, including those of the Centers for Disease Control, in order to best safeguard our patients’ health & well-being.

We pride ourselves on not being just like every other dentist in Edmond, OK. Our dedication to the community goes beyond just caring for teeth. We view ourselves as part of a vital network of caretakers who look after the health & well-being of our friends & neighbors in Edmond & the surrounding communities.

Damon R. Johnson DDS Dental Excellence is locally owned & part of a tradition of exceptional general dentistry in Edmond.

Dr. Johnson with Hygienist and Patient in Edmond OK

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Damon R. Johnson DDS Dental Excellence Blog

General Blog Posts, Preventive

5 Reasons to Visit the Dentist

There have been unanswered calls, deleted voicemails, ignored texts, & friendly reminders that never make it out of the envelope...we both know it's been a while since you visited the dentist. If all our efforts to reconnect with you haven't convinced

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How to Choose a Toothpaste

The best way to choose a toothpaste is to ask for a recommendation from your dentist—they will know your needs the best—but here are some tips for choosing a toothpaste yourself! What Is Toothpaste? Always use a toothpaste

Educational, General Blog Posts, Kids' Dentistry

Some Wisdom About Wisdom Teeth

Wisdom teeth are the name for your third permanent molars, which typically appear from age 17-25. It is thought the name "wisdom teeth" comes from the fact that they appear long after all your other permanent teeth, when you a much older

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How Do I Find a Good Dentist Near Me?

Finding a dentist is about finding someone you like and trust. The dental clinic you choose should be you & your family's dental home, your headquarters for all things dental health related. It should be a place where you feel

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Our Pledge to You...

Our pledge to you is to provide the most personalized, effective dental care possible. Caring for your individual dental health is part of our larger goal of improving & supporting the overall health of the community. Dental health is deeply linked

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How to Prepare Your Child for the Dentist

One of the best ways to make sure your child has a healthy smile for life is by establishing a dental home. That means creating a trusting relationship between your child & your family dentist & making sure visits to

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We Respect Your Busy Schedule

If we're honest with ourselves, we know that visiting the dentist is not high on your list of favorite activities. As much as we love dentistry & caring for smiles, we know the general public doesn't quite share our passion.

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What Is TMJ & How Can a Dentist Help?

What Is TMJ The temporomandibular joints are the joints on either side of your head that connect your jaw to your skull & allow you to open & close your mouth, chew, & speak. Because it can move in many different

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What You Should Know About Teeth Grinding

Teeth grinding is when you clench your jaw closed & grind your teeth together, whether consciously or unconsciously. Teeth grinding is called bruxism by dentists, & it can cause damage, discomfort & pain. While some people subconsciously grind their teeth while

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Your Intro to Dental Implants

Dental implants are the latest & greatest in dental technology that allows dentist to replace missing teeth permanently. You may know that implants can replace teeth & are used in complete smile reconstructions & makeovers. But you may also not

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Finding a Dentist for Your Kids

If you're looking to find the right dentist & establish a "dental home" for your family, you may wonder what the difference is between a pediatric dentist (a.k.a. a kids' dentist) & a general dentist. The first thing to know is

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How Teeth Whitening Works

Teeth whitening is one of the quickest & least invasive ways to make a huge difference in the appearance of your smile. Most dentists offer either in-office teeth whitening, take-home teeth whitening kits, or both. The effectiveness of these whitening methods

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Your Guide to Understanding How Dental Insurance Works

Most people get their dental insurance through their employer, who will choose it depending on what they expect the dental needs of their employees are. However, if you are self-employed, not working, or your employer doesn’t offer dental insurance, you

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Your Step-by-Step Guide to Teeth Whitening at the Dentist

The professional teeth whitening process starts with a consultation with your dentist. Not everyone is a good candidate for teeth whitening, which is why you want to talk to a dentist before you have it done. If you have large

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The Facts & Mysteries of Bruxism

Bruxism is what dentists call teeth clenching and teeth grinding. The symptoms of bruxism are fairly easy to spot, as are the complications that can result from it. The causes of bruxism, however, a more varied and mysterious. Teeth grinding involves

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What to Do If Your Tooth Gets Knocked Out

While we all experienced losing teeth as a right of passage through childhood, losing a tooth as an adult is no fun at all, especially when it's the result of an accident. If you should ever be unfortunate enough to

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Your Guide to Post-Treatment Pain Relief

As dental professionals, most of what we do is about relieving and preventing pain. However, sometimes post-procedure pain is an unfortunate but unavoidable step on the road to a healthy and functional smile. If you end up needing a dental

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What Is a Deep Cleaning?

Most dental patients come into the office twice a year for a teeth cleaning. However, some patients are told that they need to get a deep cleaning instead, and that they need to see us more often than twice a

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Why Hollywood Needs to Stop Hating on Root Canals

Root canals have a bad reputation they don't deserve and we think Hollywood is to blame. Movies and television shows often portray root canal therapy as a painful and frightening procedure. The truth is that most root canal procedures are quite

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Why on Earth Do Implants Cost So Much?

Dental implants are the top-of-the-line when it comes to natural and functional replacements for missing teeth, but that excellence can come with a hefty price tag. Replacing missing teeth can have a positive effect on your health, appearance, and self-confidence

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What Is Laughing Gas & What's So Funny About It?

Laughing gas is the common name for an inhaled sedative, used in dental care and in medical care. Laughing gas gets its name from the feeling of well-being and giddiness that it can cause. It also causes a reduction in

5 Things You Didn’t Know From Dental Care History in the U.S.

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Why Lasers Are Used in Dentistry

The use of lasers in dentistry may sound a bit like science fiction, but it's actually scientific fact! Laser technology was first applied to dentistry in the early 1960s and has been gaining popularity ever since. The best part of

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The Top Sugar-Free Food That Can Rot Your Teeth

We all know that drinking too much sweet sugary soda pop can cause tooth decay. Sodas should only be an occasional treat (like a cupcake or a candy bar), not your main source of hydration or caffeine. To get around this

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3 Dental Care Hacks to Keep Your Smile Healthy

The best way to maintain a healthy smile for a lifetime is great dental health habits. Here are a few hacks to your daily routine beyond the usual brushing and flossing that can help prevent tooth decay. Drink Water Washing a great

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Toothbrushes Used to Be Made From Plants & Animals

The modern toothbrush has only been around for about 90 years, but it is the latest in a long evolution of tools to fight tooth decay, stretching back thousands of years and involving a whole range of flora and fauna! Pre-History -

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Dry Mouth Isn't Just Unpleasant...It Can Cause Tooth Decay!

A dry mouth is a uniquely uncomfortable feeling and should not be dismissed as a trivial issue for one very important reason: a dry mouth can make it more likely that you'll get tooth decay! The presence of saliva in your

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You Can Still Get Cavities on a Paleo Diet!

The paleo diet is a nutritional lifestyle that only includes the types of foods that paleolithic humans (a.k.a. cavemen) had access to. Among many other health benefits, many people who advocate for the paleo diet also claim that it can prevent

Your Guide to Teeth Whitening at the Dentist

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The Zen of Brushing Your Teeth

In the daily rush of modern life it can be hard to find time to care for yourself, and this includes taking appropriate care of your smile. Brushing and flossing your teeth properly each day is vital to avoiding tooth

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Who Is the American Dental Association Anyway?

Most of us have seen them: little boxes on the sides of toothpaste, toothbrushes, and packets of dental floss that have the words "ADA Accepted" on them. ADA stands for the American Dental Associate, but who are they and what

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You Might Be Brushing Your Teeth Wrong

Brushing your teeth is such a routine habit that you may forget that there's a right and a wrong way to do it. But proper brushing is super important for preventing tooth decay and gum disease! Here are a few