What is a cavity?
- posted: Aug. 19, 2025
Cavities are the reason why most people fear going to the dentist. But they’re also the reason you should be visiting the doctor on a regular basis. Specifically, cavities are the Read More
Road Trip!
- posted: Aug. 12, 2025
The bags are packed, the trunk is loaded, the route is programmed into your GPS, the playlist is set, and your destination awaits! Sometimes there’s just nothing more appealing than Read More
Sunbeams and Beaming Smiles
- posted: Aug. 05, 2025
Long days in the sun’s rays offer you lots of options for outdoor activities. Beach time? Vacation? Open-air concerts? Baseball, biking, board sports? No matter what plans you have for Read More
What are the five things I should do in between visits?
- posted: Jul. 29, 2025
When it comes to keeping your smile looking its best, good oral hygiene is a must! Good oral health habits should start early and continue throughout your lifetime. Here, the Read More
What are dental sealants, who should get them, and how long do they last?
- posted: Jul. 22, 2025
Dental sealants are an excellent way to protect children’s teeth from tooth decay by coating them with a thin plastic material. Their teeth look and feel like normal, but they Read More
The Most Common Causes of Gum Disease
- posted: Jul. 15, 2025
Unless you're aware of the signs and symptoms of gum disease and how it's caused, it's possible that you may have unknowingly developed it. Often painless, gum disease -- or Read More
When to Begin Dental Care for Your Child
- posted: Jul. 08, 2025
Children’s oral health differs from that of adults in a variety of ways. the doctor and our team want you to understand how you can provide the best care for Read More
Celebrate the Fourth with a Smile!
- posted: Jul. 01, 2025
As our nation prepares to observe its birthday, we’d like to share some timely dental tips to help make celebrating the Fourth of July more enjoyable for you and healthier Read More
Wiggle Room
- posted: Jun. 24, 2025
When you’re pregnant, you expect physical changes. That’s part of the excitement of the journey! What isn’t expected—and not nearly as exciting—is when your familiar smile seems to be changing Read More
Is dairy crucial to my child's oral health?
- posted: Jun. 17, 2025
Healthy eating, combined with regular physical activity, plays a vital role in your child’s health and well-being. Dairy foods are naturally nutritious, packed with ten essential nutrients that help your Read More
Dental Veneers
- posted: Jun. 10, 2025
Are you looking to improve the appearance of your front teeth? Dental veneers are widely used to improve the appearance of front teeth and are a much more conservative option Read More
The Purpose of a Dental Crown
- posted: Jun. 03, 2025
A dental crown, otherwise known as a cap, covers an infected tooth and can vary in function, depending on the position of the tooth. Crowns cover all the visible parts Read More
Are there foods that whiten teeth?
- posted: May 27, 2025
Coffee. Blueberries. Red wine. Tomato sauce. They might please our palate, but they are notorious for staining our teeth. Luckily, nature has balanced the scales for us! Here are just Read More
Does smoking affect oral health?
- posted: May 20, 2025
By now, everyone knows that smoking is bad for you. But the truth is its broad-reaching health effects are not all known by everyone. This is especially true of oral Read More
What did the first dentures look like?
- posted: May 13, 2025
Remember hearing about George Washington and his wooden choppers? Not his tools for cutting down cherry trees, but his false teeth. Actually, George’s teeth were made of ivory but were so Read More
How does whitening toothpaste work and how effective it is at whitening teeth?
- posted: May 06, 2025
Brushing your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste that has the American Dental Association seal of approval can help prevent tooth decay and relieve other conditions, such as bad Read More
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Dr. John Joyner
Dr. Joyner established St Johns Dental as a cosmetic and family dental practice in 2003. His goal is to provide high quality dentistry and a caring, gentle environment for his patients. Dr. Joyner grew up in Mississippi where his father was a United Methodist minister. Dr. Joyner graduated from the University of Mississippi School of Dentistry in 1991. He also served as an Instructor for the University of Florida College of Dentistry for several years, supervising dental students completing their clinical rotations.