Author Archives: William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

Give Your Smile A Healthy Foundation To Prevent Problems In The First Place!

Posted on December 16, 2013 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

Imagine contracting a house painter to paint a home infested by termites. Or, even worse, knowing the house has termites and hoping they’ll go away. Your smile is a reflection on your appearance, hygiene standards, personality, and affects speech, digestion … Continue reading →

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Why A Dental Implant?

Posted on December 13, 2013 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

When deciding on a new easy chair for my den, I could have purchased one for less than the one I ended up purchasing. My decision to buy the higher priced chair was made based on its construction, workmanship, materials … Continue reading →

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Give A Lasting Gift For That Special Person!

Posted on December 9, 2013 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

It seems everyone has at least one person on their holiday shopping list who is extra special and deserves an extra special gift. Whether it’s a parent, child or spouse, there are holidays we want to give the gift that … Continue reading →

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Is Gum Health Related To Mental Sharpness?

Posted on December 3, 2013 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

Mental alertness seems to decline as people age. But, could this have more to do with tooth loss and inflamed gums than the aging process? The findings of a study indicate a possible association between oral health and cognitive function … Continue reading →

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