Dr Eric Johnson

Following in his father’s footsteps, Topeka native Dr. Eric Johnson has been practicing dentistry since his graduation from University of Missouri – Kansas City’s dental school in 2007. He enjoys all aspects of general dentistry, from the routine to the complex, with a focus on preventative care. He prides himself on being sensitive to those who experience fear or anxiety at the dentist and his ability to put them at ease. Prior to dental school, Dr. Eric graduated from Pittsburg State University where he played football. He was named Division II All American and was his team’s co-captain. He stays active in the sport by volunteering for the Washburn University Athletic Department’s mouth guard program. Dr. Eric is a member of the Topeka District Dental Society, Kansas Dental Association and the American Dental Association. He volunteers his professional services for Shawnee County Health Access, Donated Dental Services, Kansas Mission of Mercy and Shepherd’s Center Topeka. He also visits Topeka area elementary schools during Children’s Dental Health Month and teaches them the benefits of proper home care and nutrition, and its impact on their oral health. Dr. Eric and his wife, Jessica, have two young daughters and are dog lovers. In his free time, Dr. Eric enjoys playing guitar and has a band with other dental professionals that was formed while they were in dental school. They have played benefit concerts for TARC, the Marian Clinic and the Ronald McDonald House in Kansas City. He and his wife also volunteer and foster dogs for Pawsitive Tails, a local rescue group. Dr. Eric and his team love treating patients of all ages and providing them a wide variety of services. Recognizing the relationship between oral health and overall health has never been more important. He and the Ad Astra team are patient-focused and provide dental services for each patient with compassion and understanding. They look forward to helping patients, both current and new improve their oral health.