Author Archives: William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

Signs Of Gum Disease

Posted on August 19, 2015 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

When something is wrong with our vehicles, we typically see a warning light. These may indicate low oil, a door not shut tight or even a tail light outage. Seeing these lights gives us reason to react promptly since ignoring … Continue reading →

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Does Age Have Anything To Do With Dental Fear Levels?

Posted on August 11, 2015 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

If you think that 65+ adults have more dental fear than younger adults, a recent study dispels that assumption. Based on careful analysis of 1,400 participants, no age group has any more or less than another. The origin of dental … Continue reading →

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Men’s Prostrate Health Improved By Healthy Gums

Posted on August 4, 2015 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

You may have read warnings about internal inflammation. Inflammation is actually the body’s reaction to protect against a harmful presence. It’s a good thing. An example would be the redness and slight swelling around a cut. The body is trying … Continue reading →

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Aging Process For Females Could Up Risk For Gum Disease

Posted on July 29, 2015 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

As a man, I’ve been made well-aware that menopause is no picnic! From hot flashes to fatigue, night sweats to moodiness, men would be hard-pressed to endure the lengthy menopausal phase. How does this relate to your oral health? Once … Continue reading →

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