Author Archives: William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

Flu Season, Covid Worries Bring Dentures To A Worrisome Light

Posted on November 28, 2022 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

With the flu season now underway, 2022-23 seems especially concerning. The severity of flu for certain population segments is coupled with added concerns about increasing cases of the Covid virus. This has older adults, in particular, taking added precautions with … Continue reading →

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Boost Immune System By Investing In Gum Health

Posted on November 17, 2022 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

There is no argument that the price of about everything has gone up and up over the past couple of years. The challenges that most individuals face at this time have been significant for some people but felt by about … Continue reading →

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The “Why” & “How” of Dental Implants

Posted on November 9, 2022 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

According to the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), over one-fourth (26%) of American adults ages 65 and older have 8 or less natural teeth. The CDC equates this number (having 8 or fewer teeth) as “severe tooth loss” … Continue reading →

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Challenges of Aging to Oral Health

Posted on October 28, 2022 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

Hopefully, the phrase “older and wiser” is one of truth. In all honesty, many adults “of a certain age” worry about being more forgetful, being less energetic and having less stamina. True or not, the aging process forges on for … Continue reading →

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