Author Archives: William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

Pregnant Women – Beware Oral Bacteria

Posted on October 20, 2015 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

I was watching a health segment on a morning news program recently. The topic of that day surrounded things that women should avoid during pregnancy, such as soft cheeses, smoking and alcohol. I am pleased that modern medicine has created … Continue reading →

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Long History Behind Today’s Dental Implants

Posted on October 13, 2015 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

If you like history, you’ll find the following information both interesting and potentially useful, especially if you ever lose a natural tooth. Dental implants actually date back to ancient Egyptian times. Archeological digs have discovered seashells and stones that were … Continue reading →

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Oral Bacteria – The Source Of Problems (in the mouth & beyond)

Posted on October 6, 2015 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

Our bodies are full of bacteria. Certain bacteria are good, such as bacteria in the gut. This is why some people take a probiotic supplement to ensure they have a sufficient level so digestion functions efficiently. While bacteria in our … Continue reading →

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Difficult Battle With Oral Cancer

Posted on September 25, 2015 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

This past year, former Padres’ ball player and Hall of Famer Tony Gwynn died from oral cancer. Mr. Gwynne felt this was a result of years of using smokeless tobacco, a habit that is fairly common among Major League baseball … Continue reading →

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