Author Archives: William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

Excuses, Excuses, Excuses

Posted on July 28, 2013 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

Occasional excuses for not flossing, forgetting to brush one’s teeth once in a while, or consumption of too much sugar is common for most Americans. We’re humans and prone to not always being ‘perfect.’ Fortunately, these occasional errors in judgement … Continue reading →

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Why Your Ability To Chew Properly Is So Important

Posted on July 22, 2013 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

For adults who wear dentures, many feel their ability to bite and chew comfortably and securely is the most difficult part. When chewing, dentures tend to slip and move, causing discomfort. When some food particles become trapped between gums and … Continue reading →

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Rather Than Compare Price, Compare Quality

Posted on July 10, 2013 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

Occasionally, our front office receives calls from people who are calling different offices to check fees. While we all want to spend our money wisely, these types of comparisons don’t always give an ‘apples to apples’ accuracy. Take, for example, … Continue reading →

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Don’t Let Dental Fear Keep You From A Healthy Smile

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

As a Periodontist, I see a large number of adults who have developed periodontal (gum) disease. Yet, it never surprises me when I meet a new patient who has arrived because their problems stemmed from avoiding dental care due to … Continue reading →

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