Author Archives: William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

Dental Implants – Lower Risks Of Failure With These Tips

Posted on April 21, 2022 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

In our Asheville periodontal dental office, we believe our patients appreciate being fully informed about their oral health status and understanding their options for treatment. For those who have lost natural teeth, our specialty dental services include the diagnosis and … Continue reading →

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April is National Oral Cancer Awareness Month

Posted on April 12, 2022 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

April is recognized as National Oral Cancer Month. It provides an annual opportunity for the medical and dental communities to remind the American population of the dire consequences that can be brought on by this cancer. Oral cavity and oropharyngeal … Continue reading →

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New Studies Reinforce Obesity-Gum Disease Connections

Posted on April 1, 2022 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

The first quarter of 2022 has concluded. If your New Year’s resolution to lose weight has waned by now, here’s an incentive to hopefully recommit to it. Researchers at Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine recently conducted a … Continue reading →

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Some Surprising Repercussions of Dental Fear

Posted on March 24, 2022 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

Dental fear has been ranked fifth among the most common of all fears, affecting nearly 50 million people in the U.S. Although a traumatic dental experience during childhood is often assumed to be the leading cause of dental fear, some … Continue reading →

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