At Payne & Boatner, DDS, we know your dental health is closely connected to your overall health. We also know that the mouth can oftentimes be the first place to show signs of other bodily health issues. Studies have shown possible links between periodontal (gum) disease and heart disease, and researchers have found that people…
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Women using medication to treat a variety of medical conditions are often unaware of the potential side effects. One common side effect of medications such as blood pressure medication, birth control pills, antidepressants, and cancer treatments is dry mouth. The technical term for dry mouth is xerostomia. Xerostomia can lead to undesirable effects in the…
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There are different situations for which Dr. Glenn Payne and Dr. Charles Boatner may recommend a crown, and Dr. Glenn Payne and Dr. Charles Boatner will recommend different types of crowns depending on your unique situation. Dental crowns are made from various materials, including all-metal, porcelain-fused-to-metal, all-ceramic or porcelain, or resin. The material the crown…
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At Payne & Boatner, DDS we love learning trivia and interesting facts about Thanksgiving! This year, Dr. Glenn Payne and Dr. Charles Boatner wanted to share some trivia that might help you feel a bit smarter at the holiday dinner table and help create some great conversation with friends and family. The Turkey There is…
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