What happens if I don’t have my wisdom teeth removed?

March 3rd, 2017

One of the things Dr. Glenn Payne and Dr. Charles Boatner and our team at Payne & Boatner, DDS monitor during your dental appointments is the growth of your wisdom teeth, or third molars. Third molars generally begin to erupt between the ages of 17 and 25. Wisdom teeth may require removal for many reasons,…
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What is a crown?

February 24th, 2017

Dr. Glenn Payne and Dr. Charles Boatner and our team at Payne & Boatner, DDS hear this question all the time. Millions of people have dental crowns that artificially restore the chewing surface of a tooth. Also known as caps, these restorations surround the entire portion of the tooth that is above the gum line.…
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Is sedation dentistry right for me?

February 20th, 2017

At Payne & Boatner, DDS, we are well-aware of the 25 million Americans who fear having to visit the dentist. Dental phobias are known to range anywhere from feeling mildly nervous to experiencing sweaty palms and even a racing heartbeat upon entering a dentist’s office. This anxiety can sometimes be so severe that it prevents…
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Five Reasons for Your Bad Breath

February 10th, 2017

Bad breath, or halitosis, is probably not a matter of life or death. But it can make you feel self-conscious and have a negative impact on your life. The majority of people suffering from bad breath are dealing with oral bacterial. However, there are other causes of this embarrassing problem. Learning more can help you…
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