Author Archives: William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

YOU Can Affect Dental Implant Success

Posted on September 21, 2015 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

Studies show that dental implants continue to be one of the most successful of all implant-in-bone procedures, over 90%. As a Periodontal specialist, dental implants are an area in which I have received advanced training. Periodontists are uniquely skilled in … Continue reading →

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Helping Patients Understand What They Can’t See

Posted on September 9, 2015 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

For many of us, we not only want to know how to do something, but why it’s beneficial to do it a certain way. For instance, if I understand that using a higher octane gas in a new car will … Continue reading →

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Each Tooth Has A Beneficial Role To Other Teeth

Posted on August 31, 2015 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

Imagine a chair. It is designed with four legs to ensure the chair seat has a sturdy foundation. Yes, you could sit in a chair with a missing leg, but its stability would be far less. Plus, the pressure would … Continue reading →

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Tackle Gum Disease Quickly To Save Time & Money

Posted on August 24, 2015 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

Let’s say you noticed a spot on the door to your home that looked like termite damage. Because the results can be costly, you’d react quickly to have the problem resolved before the damaged progressed further. Right? Then wouldn’t the … Continue reading →

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