Author Archives: William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

Oral Health For Adults – Latest On Dementia And Alzheimer’s

Posted on January 16, 2018 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

These days, it’s not unusual to open the refrigerator and wonder to myself, “Now, what was I going to get?” Or, to get halfway up the stairs only to realize I’d forgotten what I was headed up for. Quite frankly, … Continue reading →

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What’s Keeping You From Dental Visits?

Posted on January 10, 2018 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

You know how stressful it can be to go to the Ophthalmologist and have that puff of air shot into each eye. While it’s a necessary part of an annual eye exam, it tends to be the most dreaded part … Continue reading →

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Whitening Teeth Won’t Give You A Healthy Smile

Posted on January 5, 2018 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

Imagine riding in a friend’s car and hearing an unusual pinging obviously coming from under the hood. Let’s say you eventually mention the strange noise, only to have the friend reply, “Oh yes, I’ve been hearing it for a month … Continue reading →

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Dental Problems Only Worsen With Delay In Care

Posted on January 3, 2018 by William J. Claiborne, DDS MS

“Never put off for tomorrow, what you can do today.” – Thomas Jefferson The quote by Thomas Jefferson, today, would probably include modern terms such as “be proactive,” or “take charge of your to-do’s.” But any way we say it, … Continue reading →

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