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Welcome Dr. Stucki!

Dr. Michael Stucki will be joining Spring Creek Dentistry in late June. Dr. Stucki is a graduate of Brigham Young University, where he studied accounting, and of the University of Michigan School of Dentistry. He is married to Ainsley Johnson Stucki, and they have one son.

Dr. Stucki loves the outdoors and is excited to explore the many outdoor opportunities this area has to offer. He enjoys skiing, ice hockey, swimming, and mountain biking. While in dental school, he coached the local youth swim team and looks forward to more opportunities to be involved in the community. He is an avid reader and also enjoys trying out new recipes for his family and friends to enjoy.

Dr. Stucki believes in providing high quality and affordable dental care and is committed to providing the same excellent service you have come to expect from Spring Creek Dentistry. In his many visits to the Mini-Cassia area, he has grown to love the people and opportunities the community has to offer. He is excited to be settling his family in the Magic Valley and looks forward to meeting everyone here.

Spring Creek Dentistry: A New Name with the Same Personalized Service

Over thirty years ago, Dr. Johnson bought the dental practice at 1706 Overland Avenue from Dr. LaMar Neilsen, and patients were soon coming to Jared C. Johnson, DDS. With Dr. Michael Stucki joining the practice at the end of June, the name Jared C. Johnson, DDS doesn’t quite work. When you come to visit us at Spring Creek Dentistry, you can now expect to be seen by either Dr. Stucki or Dr. Johnson. They will be working closely together and consulting with each other on cases to provide you and your family the personalized care and treatment you’ve come to expect from our office. Like Dr. Johnson, Dr. Stucki is a fluent Spanish speaker. He looks forward to meeting you and your family!

30th Anniversary

July 1, 2021 marks 30 years of Dr. Johnson practicing in Burley, Idaho!

During June 1991, Dr. LaMar C. Nielsen’s patients received this announcement in the mail.

At the end of June, Dr. Nielsen worked his last day at 1706 Overland Avenue. And on July 1, 1991, Dr. Jared Johnson took over, ready to serve and help his new patients.

Much has changed in the last 30 years. The practice has gone from not having a copy machine to having computers in every operatory. The room where x-rays were once developed is now a cleaning supplies cupboard. Two operatories have grown into five. The old reception area is now an employee breakroom. The beloved playroom used to be an “oral hygiene instruction room.” Since 1991 Dr. Johnson has gone through five air compressors and nine dental chairs.

Dr. Johnson arrived in Burley with his wife and three young children. Now, he and Nan have eight grown children and ten grandchildren and are looking forward to meeting a new grandchild later this summer.

Though much has changed over the years, Dr. Johnson’s commitment to serving his patients and providing them with the highest quality care has never changed.

Thank you to all our patients and friends who have made the last thirty years so wonderful!

7 Tooth Tips for Families

At some point you’ve probably asked yourself these types of questions: What’s the best dental insurance? How do I get my kid to go to the dentist without a big fuss? How big of an impact does my diet have on my teeth? Take a look at some of our tooth tips and wonder no more!

  1. The best dental insurance is preventive home care. Teeth do take on some inevitable trauma and wear, but most dental problems are preventable. So dust off that toothbrush, find some floss, and swish that mouthwash!
  2. Expose your teeth to fluoride. Figure out how much fluoride your drinking water contains by calling your city offices or having an inexpensive test done on your well. Then consult with your dentist on getting an additional fluoride supplement.
  3. Watch your carbs. It’s not just a tip for dieting—avoid snacking on carbohydrates for healthy teeth as well. Every time you eat carbs, your saliva turns acidic for a half hour, creating a chemical imbalance causing minerals to be sucked out of your teeth. If you limit carbs exclusively to meal times, your mouth will only be acidic for roughly two hours in a twenty-four hour period—a very healthy amount for your teeth.
  4. Snack smart. So what’s okay to eat between meals? Cheeses (though not sweetened ones), nuts, and vegetables are all great in-between-meal snacks. As for drinks, water is the only one that won’t make your mouth acidic. This is especially applicable to toddlers. Toddlers’ falling asleep with a bottle of milk or juice in their mouths is a recipe for tooth decay.
  5. Make going to the dentist a positive experience. Make going to the dentist a matter-of-fact part of life. Don’t share negative dental experiences with your children—it will only cause them anxiety. Schedule regular checkups for your children and keep those appointments. Don’t let a painful toothache be the first experience your child has with a dentist.
  6. Choose a dentist who is good with kids. As you’re scheduling appointments for your children, remember that dentists are not all equal. Get referrals from neighbors, coworkers, and friends for a child-friendly dentist. This doesn’t necessarily mean a pediatric dentist, but one who has experience working with families.
  7. Remember regular checkups aren’t just for kids. Parents typically take their children to regular dental appointments. Then as children grow up, go to college, and get married, money gets tight, diets deteriorate, and regular checkups don’t happen. College students love snacking, and usually it’s not on carrots. This combination of factors often leads to a really bad dental problem. Don’t let this be you. When it comes to your dental health, stay up, don’t catch up.

Photo Credit: “Kids” by Torrey Wiley, Link to license