Author Archives: William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

Afraid Of Going To The Dentist? The Results Can Be Oral Pain AND Pain In The Wallet!

Posted on February 21, 2017 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

For people who have a fear of heights, it is difficult for those who don’t to understand the emotions that high places can trigger. Or, for people who are afraid of dogs, it can be a rather puzzling problem for … Continue reading →

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Weighing Benefits Of Dental Implants Vs. Crown-&-Bridge

Posted on February 17, 2017 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

When an adult is missing one, two, or several teeth in one area, a common replacement option, for many, has been a crown-&-bridge combination. This often because a bridge, in most cases, costs more than Dental Implants – initially. Yet, … Continue reading →

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Many Dental Implant Types For Every Need

Posted on February 9, 2017 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

When you run out of tissues, do you think, “I need to buy more Kleenex?” Or, do you ask for “Tabasco Sauce” when you want a hot sauce for your food? We often refer to certain items by brand names … Continue reading →

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Arthritis Patients Urged To Keep Oral Health In Tip-Top Shape

Posted on February 6, 2017 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

As a Periodontist, I have spent my career seeing how destructive periodontal (gum) disease can be to the mouth. Imagine an infectious bacteria so potent it destroys gums, eats into tooth enamel, an damages the bone and tissues that support … Continue reading →

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