Author Archives: William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

Reasons For Crown Lengthening Procedures

Posted on March 21, 2016 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

As a Periodontist, my specialty surrounds the treatment of all stages of gum disease and the placement of Dental Implants, for the most part. However, another focus of the periodontal specialty is in the recontouring of gum tissues. In some … Continue reading →

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Rocky Dentures? Why Relines Are Of Little Help.

Posted on March 16, 2016 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

As a dental specialist, I am referred most of our patients by other dentists. Being a Periodontist, my advanced training and skills are ideal for people who have any level of periodontal disease as well as those who want or … Continue reading →

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Important To Keep Your Dentist Updated On Your Medications

Posted on March 9, 2016 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

So what does the prescription you take for high blood pressure have to do with your dental care? And, why should you bother to tell us if you’re taking a supplement for anxiety? Many medications don’t interact well with other … Continue reading →

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Can You Reverse Gum Disease?

Posted on March 3, 2016 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

Our bodies are miraculous machines. They not only provide mobility and enable various functions, the human body is designed to heal itself. When bacteria enter the body, white blood cells are the microscopic soldiers that surge in for battle. Their … Continue reading →

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