Author Archives: William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

Know HPV & Connection To Oral Health

Posted on October 26, 2017 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

An estimated 20 million Americans are infected with HPV, the human papilloma virus. HPVs are a group of more than 200 viruses with 40 types easily spread through direct sexual contact, including vaginal, anal, and oral sex. The spread of … Continue reading →

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Dental Fear? We Provide Patient Comfort In Many Ways!

Posted on October 18, 2017 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

I have a friend whose wife is a notorious backseat driver, and she freely admits it. Her husband, actually a good driver, has become used to her ‘guidance’ when they’re on the road. She explains it like this: “When I … Continue reading →

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Healthy Gums Important For Moms-To-Be

Posted on October 10, 2017 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

If you followed any of the AMC network’s seven seasons of “Mad Men,” you likely watched episodes where the pregnant wives were not only drinking cocktails, but smoking cigarettes. This is shocking today. Yet in the 1960’s, the decade in … Continue reading →

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Before & After Sedation Instructions

Posted on October 4, 2017 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

At Biltmore Periodontics, we pride ourselves on providing optimal safety and comfort to our patients, for every appointment and regardless of the procedure. For some procedures, patients are sedated. Typically, this occurs through “twilight sleep,” which is delivered intravenously (I.V.) … Continue reading →

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