Author Archives: William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

DENTAL TIPS FOR ARTHRITIS SUFFERERS

If you are an arthritis sufferer, you are twice as likely to develop periodontal (gum) disease. Findings published by the Journal of Periodontology stated patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) had an average tooth loss of 11.6 teeth compared to 6.7 … Continue reading

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Never Too Old To Enjoy Dental Implants’ Benefits!

If it seems you are surrounded by more older adults these days, you are! In 1900, only 4% of the population were age 65 and older. In 1990, this had jumped to 12.6%. By 2030, the projected numbers of Americans … Continue reading

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Pace Brushing After Acidic Foods & Beverages

Eating an orange or enjoying refreshing lemonade sounds harmless, right? Just remember to wait at least an hour before you brush your teeth. As a Periodontal Specialist, I see lots of oral issues and work closely with other Dentists to … Continue reading

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Signs You Have Periodontal Disease

Like many diseases that form in our bodies, gum disease begins silently and without obvious symptoms. When symptoms do emerge, it often means that the disease is well underway. Some symptoms may not appear until at an advanced stage. However, … Continue reading

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