Author Archives: William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

Want A ‘Problem’ Tooth Pulled? Read This First!

Posted on September 29, 2014 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

When a person wants a tooth extracted because it’s a ‘problem’ tooth, it’s often because it is requiring continual repairs. Unfortunately, ridding yourself of one problem can open the door to a long list of others. Each tooth in your … Continue reading →

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Avoid Dental Disasters By Being Proactive

Posted on September 24, 2014 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

When I place Dental Implants to replace a single tooth, it is often because the tooth fractured below the gum line. When a tooth breaks or cracks beneath the realm of a protective crown, the tooth must be removed and … Continue reading →

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Gum Disease Can Exist Without Obvious Symptoms

Posted on September 22, 2014 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

Like most diseases that form in our bodies, periodontal (gum) disease begins silently. People who develop cancer or heart disease typically have no warning signs during the earliest stages of formation. The same is true for gum disease. By the … Continue reading →

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Does Dental Fear Give You Gum Disease?

Posted on September 18, 2014 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

Nearly 70% of American adults have some level of anxiety when it comes to going to the dentist. Even worse, about half of those have such a high level of fear they are categorized as dental phobics. These are people … Continue reading →

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