Author Archives: William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

Problems Experienced When Jaw Bone Shrinks

Posted on July 5, 2016 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

When natural teeth are lost, there are a number of ways to restore the appearance of your smile. However, there is only one way to maintain dependable, secure biting and chewing – Dental Implants. Here’s why… Natural tooth roots provide … Continue reading →

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A Clean Tongue Creates A Healthy Mouth

Posted on June 30, 2016 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

The tongue is defined as: “the fleshy muscular organ in the mouth of a mammal, used for tasting, licking, swallowing, and (in humans) articulating speech.” It is also essential for efficient chewing by helping to move food around in the … Continue reading →

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Losing Teeth In Old Age Is NOT To Be Expected

Posted on June 27, 2016 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

With proper care, your natural teeth are designed to last your lifetime. And it is important that you do everything possible to keep your natural teeth. It has been shown that denture wearers take more medications and have more gastrointestinal … Continue reading →

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Dealing With Pain The OTC Way!

Posted on June 20, 2016 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

As a periodontist, a priority with each patient is to make every appointment as comfortable as possible. For patients with problems that have become painful, my goal is to get them out of pain as quickly as possible. While I’d … Continue reading →

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