While there is no definite evidence that if your prevent gum diseases, like periodontitis, that you may be able to prevent a heart condition or heart disease. The only thing experts, like Dr. Glenn Payne and Dr. Charles Boatner, know for sure is that if you take care of your gums it can lessen atherosclerosis,…
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A root canal entails the removal of the nerve supply from a tooth. If you know the purpose of a root canal, the process may seem a little less intimidating. Dr. Glenn Payne and Dr. Charles Boatner will explain the steps in person before your scheduled root canal. Here are some reasons why you may…
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Temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD) describe a set of conditions that involve trouble with your jaw and face muscles. They result from a problem in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), which is a hinge that connects the temporal bones, in your skull in front of each ear, to your jaw. The joint enables you to talk, yawn,…
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Dr. Glenn Payne and Dr. Charles Boatner and our team at Payne & Boatner, DDS frequently field questions about cavities and what causes them. Patients will typically ask, “I brush twice a day and floss regularly, as well as rinse with hydrogen peroxide, so a cavity is unlikely, right?” Not quite. When cavities, also known…
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