Dentistry and Oral Health
Oral medicine is a specialized branch of dentistry focused on diagnosing and managing complex oral health conditions, many of which are linked to systemic health issues. Our oral medicine team, led by Dr. Courtney R. Johnson, diagnoses and treats a wide range of issues affecting the mouth, jaw, and face that require expertise beyond routine dental procedures.
We provide a comprehensive evaluation which may include diagnostic tests, biopsies, or specialized imaging. Once a diagnosis is made, we work closely with your primary care team or other specialists to create a personalized treatment plan. By integrating oral health care with overall medical management, we aim to improve your quality of life, alleviate pain, and help you manage any systemic conditions that may be affecting your oral health.
Our treatments can include therapies such as systemic medications, topical treatments, and therapeutic injections.
Courtney Johnson, DDS
MAHEC Dental Health Center at Biltmore
123 Hendersonville Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 252-4290
Dr. Johnson grew up in the mountains of Colorado and earned her undergraduate degree in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology from the University of Colorado Boulder. She then attended the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine to complete her dental training. After dental school, Dr. Johnson pursued a hospital-based general practice residency and advanced specialty training in oral medicine at Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, NC. Her expertise spans the diagnosis and treatment of various orofacial conditions, including oral lesions, manifestations of systemic diseases, orofacial pain related to temporomandibular disorders, and neuropathic head and neck conditions. She also focuses on oral pre-cancer and cancer surveillance, managing oral complications from cancer therapies like radiation and chemotherapy, and treating salivary gland disorders, including Sjögren’s disease. Dr. Johnson is excited to call Asheville home and looks forward to providing oral medicine and dental services to WNC.
Oral Mucosal DiseasesThese include conditions affecting the soft tissues inside the mouth which can present as ulcers, lesions, or abnormal growths. Common examples include:
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Oral Health Complications from Systemic Diseases or Cancer TreatmentPatients with certain systemic conditions or those undergoing treatments like chemotherapy and radiation therapy often experience oral complications. Common examples include:
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Facial Pain & Neurologic ConditionsThese include chronic/persistent pain in the mouth, jaw, face. Common examples include:
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Oral InfectionsThese are infections caused by bacteria, fungi, and viruses. Common examples include:
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We work in close collaboration with healthcare providers across many specialties, including otolaryngologists, dermatologists, oncologists, rheumatologists, and primary care physicians.
If you have a patient who could benefit from specialized oral care, we welcome your referral. Our team will collaborate with you to ensure the patient’s needs are met through a comprehensive and individualized treatment plan.
To refer a patient, please contact us at 828-252-4290 or download our referral form. We also welcome self-referrals and collaborate with dental and medical healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care.
