Author Archives: William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

Gum Therapy Reduces Inflammation, An A-Fib Hotbed

Posted on April 11, 2013 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

In 2010, the CDC reported Atrial Fibrillation affected 2.7 million in the US.  A-Fib places patients at a high risk for clots, strokes and heart failure. Could dental cleanings (which remove plaque through ‘scaling’) reduce your risk of atrial fibrillation? … Continue reading →

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Tooth Loss Plus Bone Loss Equals Problems!

Posted on April 7, 2013 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

Tooth loss has many frustrations. Denture wearers often endure discomfort, reduced confidence, decreased ability to chew and enjoy foods, and daily inconvenience.  While many acknowledge these ordeals as “normal”, they are often unaware of an underlying occurrence taking place … … Continue reading →

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Surprising Things That Make Breath Odor WORSE!

Posted on April 4, 2013 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

Contrary to what most believe, bad breath is not caused by certain foods we eat. It typically results from sulfur compounds, which are released during the digestive process. These sulfur compounds are released from the back of the tongue and … Continue reading →

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Our Door Is Open For Returning Patients

Posted on April 2, 2013 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

Over the years, we’ve had a few patients who had a fear level so high that they couldn’t bring themselves to walk in our door. As a periodontal specialist, I know that many people with periodontal disease acquire it because … Continue reading →

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