After obtaining a B.S. Degree in Biology from the University of Central Arkansas, he was accepted into the University Of Tennessee College Of Dentistry where he graduated with a D.D.S. (Doctor of Dental Surgery) degree in 1986. After graduation, he entered the United States Air Force Dental Corps where he completed his general practice residency.
Dr. Ken served a total of eight years in the Air Force as a general dentist and achieved the rank of Major. After leaving the military, he was accepted for specialty training in the University of Tennessee Pediatric Dentistry Residency Program.
Dr. Ken is licensed and credentialed to provide in office conscious sedation and is PALS (pediatric advanced life support) certified. He is on staff with North Mississippi Medical Center and with North MS Out Patient Surgery Center.
Our treatments are most often done in the morning hours because children tend to be more cooperative and attentive for treatment. Usually, children are tired and not ready for restorative work during afternoon hours. We understand that school is important, but we also feel strongly that your childs oral health is just as important if not more as studies have shown that children in dental pain miss more days of school and have a harder time concentrating in school
We are happy that you have dental insurance for your child. Since there are many insurance companies and they all cover at different rates, it is very confusing for the dental office and the parent to know what insurance will actually pay. To keep things as simple as possible and less confusing, our office policy is to charge the same fee to all patients so it is as fair as possible.
We will accept payment from your insurance company, but insurance usually only pays a portion of the cost. We will give you an estimate of your portion based on our experience working with your company. This means that after your insurance has paid, you may be required to pay an additional payment or you may receive a refund.
Depending on the age of your child, he or she will either be given a knee-to-knee examination (where your babys head will rest on our doctors knee while their body is on your lap) or a regular exam in the doctors chair.
Oral hygiene instructions will also be given with suggestions to help your child care for their own teeth. In most cases, we will also clean their teeth on this visit, and provide an evaluation that will outline any existing dental problems and proposed treatment.
Pediatric Dentistry is the specialty of dentistry that focuses on the oral health of young people. After completing a four-year dental school curriculum, two additional years of rigorous training are required to become a pediatric dentist. This specialized program of study and hands-on experience prepares a pediatric dentist to meet the needs of infants, and children.
During their extended training, pediatric dentists study the specific growth and development cycles of children as well as learn child psychology to manage the behavioral aspects of children. They have an understanding of how to make young children feel safe in what can be an intimidating and scary environment.
Unlike a regular dental office, a pediatric dentist's office is designed with kids in mind. We have created a KID friendly office, from our open bay operatory with dental chairs designed especially for children, to TVs mounted on the ceiling.
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry encourages parents and other care providers to help every child establish a dental home by 12 months of age. Establishing a dental home provides some key components to dental care for your child including...
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newest oldest highest lowestBecka Ledbetter
a year ago
We had the best experience!
Amanda Sanders
a year ago
Our first ever visit went wonderfully. Multiple children seen at once, excellent staff, office was clean. We will be using them for the littles again!
Misty Evans
a year ago
Great place!! Everyone is exceptionally nice from front desk to the back. My kids actually love getting to go
Shemeka Randle
a year ago
I'm glad I chose to bring my child to this place rather than the place I was using before. This office is very kid friendly and Dr. KEN AND HIS STAFF IS VERY NICE AND INFORMATIVE and made me and my child feel welcome. I would recommend them to every parent
Brittney Bailey
2 years ago
My son's 1st denist appointment and yall they r AMAZING ppl there!! Mr.z felt right at home and very very comfortable !!!! and let me not forget they spoiled him with TOYS & TOOTHBRUSH
Soso Saleh
2 years ago
Wonderful and kind treatment with the children I loved it Thank u
Shelby Bingham
2 years ago
Dr. Johnson and his staff was truly amazing. They got us in quickly and were very sweet. My little girl was very nervous before going to have a tooth looked at and they truly made the experience so much easier!!!
Tamiko Guider
2 years ago
My daughter's first visit here and she loved it. The office is very nice and clean. Dr. Johnson and his staff are very pleasant. She asked could she change dentist and I said yes as long as you are comfortable.
Amber Sneed
2 years ago
The entire staff is great polite ,courteous, well rounded
Jo Hallman
2 years ago
Dr. Johnson and all his staff were very friendly and kind. He was unable to take care of a cavity in my grandsons tooth because of his underlying medical conditions, but he gave me information on where to take my grandson. In the future we will see Dr. Johnson for all of my grandsons cleanings.
Goines Homes
2 years ago
Was referred to this clinic from our family dentist. Upon arriving we discovered that there was a worker there that has caused major trauma to our family and kids. It was simply asked that this worker not work on our children and we were told it would not be a problem but moments later after filling out all paper work and waiting we were asked to leave. We will never return to a place that turns down medical treatment to a child.
Kimberly Gilliam
2 years ago
My son is 23 months old and we went to his first dentist appointment with Dr Johnson. My son felt comfortable the entire time we were in the office. The dental hygienist was so friendly and showed him all the tools (tooth brush and mirror) before looking in his mouth. Dr Johnson came in and had a technique to look in his mouth while allowing him to still sit in my lap. My son had a great experience! He also got a small gift from the toy gumball machine for doing so good! I recommend Dr Johnson for all children! I am so thankful my son had a great first dental experience!
Amanda Paseur
2 years ago
Dr. Johnson and his staff are AMAZING!!! There wasn't a long wait time and his staff was friendly and accommodating. I have waited too long to take my son because of his resistance in letting anyone look in his mouth and brush his teeth. I highly underestimated how wonderful they are with children! 10/10 recommend!!!
Kasinda Atkinson
2 years ago
I love this dentist for my lil girl they are so good with her and makes her feel comfortable
Kenya Lesure
2 years ago
Exceptional service!!!
Dominique Partlow
2 years ago
This was our first visit and although Mari was scared Dr Kenneth was patient and his wonderful dental assistant
Shai Phillips
2 years ago
We were sent to Dr. Johnson about 5 years ago because my daughter has anxiety & does not do good at a dentist office. She would refuse to open her mouth, no X-rays, she wouldn't even let them use their cleaning stuff. It had to be a regular tooth brush. By the time we got sent to Dr. Johnson she needed caps on all her back teeth. He recommended we put her to sleep & fix them all at one time. When her next check up came up, she made me go back with her BUT she let them do what they needed to do. After that she didn't want me to come back at all. She felt very comfortable with the staff & Dr. Johnson. Today she had to get a cavity fixed & she went back there like a champ!!!! She didn't even know they gave her a shot to numb it. He is amazing!!!! She said he told her what he was doing as he was doing it, so that made her feel better. She came out with a smile. I highly recommend this wonderful place. EVERYBODY that works there is amazing & sweet. If i could give them 100 stars i would.
Victoria White
2 years ago
Dr.Johnson and his team were phenomenal!! It was our very first appointment and they were great with my child!! I recommend him to anyone!!
Penny Hampton
2 years ago
I do not even know what this dentist, Ken Johnson, looks like because he's been so unaccommodating. All they want is your money. The dental assistants there are friendly and kind, but Johnson and his gaudy paper-pusher assistant named Sarah are only concerned w taking your money. They immediately refused to fix my 4 year-old's back molar without putting her under. (First red flag ) The day of surgery, we walked out after being placed inside tiny, little holding space for 3 hours(!!) with no one coming in to check if we even needed to use the bathroom(second red flag )They knew that my 4 year-old hadn't eaten anything that morning bc they told her no liquids or food past 12AM. I couldn't allow her to wait any longer. Absolutely no excuse for this type of medical treatment-or lack there of! Long story short, I wouldn't take my dog to these folks! If they won't accommodate or care for a tiny little 4 year old girl w a tooth ache then they won't be very accommodating to you either.
Angela Ingle
2 years ago
Best Pediatric Dentist & staff ever. My 8 year old has NEVER been afraid here. They treat her like a princess. She's always happy to go.
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