Author Archives: William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

Want To A Healthy Body? Begin With A Healthy Mouth.

Posted on June 15, 2016 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

I love being in this profession. Being a Periodontist, I’ve witnessed a number of advancements in dental technology, techniques and materials. I have also followed scientific research that has made enormous strides in connecting oral health with our overall health. … Continue reading →

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A Missing Tooth Disrupts Positions Of Other Teeth

Posted on June 13, 2016 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

Being in a periodontal specialty, a particular part of my expertise involves the diagnosis and placement of Dental Implants. While periodontal (gum) disease is the nation’s leading cause of adult tooth loss, there is another contributing factor that many people … Continue reading →

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Sedation Can Help Relax Dental Patients

Posted on June 10, 2016 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

In our office, many procedures involve incisions into tender gum tissues. As a Periodontal practice, it is necessary to penetrate periodontal tissue in order to treat some levels of gum disease. It is also necessary to open up gum tissues … Continue reading →

Posted in Aesthetic Gum Treatment, Crown Lengthening, Dental Fears, Dental Implants, dental specialist, Gum Contouring, gum grafting, Implant Placement, IV Sedation, Learn More Blog, Oral Sedation, Periodontal (Gum) Disease, periodontal plastic surgery, Periodontist, Receded Gums, Repairing A Gummy Smile | Comments Off on Sedation Can Help Relax Dental Patients

Different Types Of Dental Implants For Different Needs

Posted on June 6, 2016 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

A rose by another other name may still be a rose, but unlike Shakespeare’s writings, we know that roses come in all colors and sizes. When the term ‘Dental Implant’ is used, it refers to the basic principle of this … Continue reading →

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