Periodontal disease is an infection of the tissues that surround and support your teeth. Our team at Payne & Boatner, DDS wants you to know that this common ailment can be fixed with little worry if treated properly. Periodontal disease is usually identified through dental X-rays, probe depths, and visual exams. If left untreated, it…
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Whether it is the result of tooth decay, gum disease, or injury, millions of people suffer tooth loss. Dental implants provide a strong replacement tooth root for fixed replacement teeth that are designed to match your natural teeth. Of course, there is one question all patients have about dental implants: are they painful? Dental implant…
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A as in Ascorbic Acid Ascorbic acid is just another name for vitamin C, which is one of the so-called “essential nutrients.” These are nutrients that are necessary for our bodies to function properly, and which must be supplied through our diets. Why is ascorbic acid essential? First and foremost, because we have to have…
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Have you ever had a sinking feeling when you bite into something and hear an unsettling crunch? You know you’ve broken a tooth, and worry about just how long it will take to get it fixed. You’ve heard that it can take two dental appointments and several weeks to get a crown, while the dentist…
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