Unfortunately, dental emergencies can sometimes be unavoidable among young children. The good news is Dr. Glenn Payne and Dr. Charles Boatner can help you prepare in case you and your child find yourselves in any of the following situations. Teething Starting at about four months and lasting up to three years, your son or daughter…
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If you have been bringing your baby in for regular checkups since that first tooth arrived, you might expect that he or she is already familiar with Dr. Glenn Payne and Dr. Charles Boatner and our staff. Often, though, months pass between visits, which is a very long time for a child. How can you…
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Cancer has become a common word, and it seems like there is new research about it every day. We know antioxidants are important. We know some cancers are more treatable than others. We know some lifestyles and habits contribute to our cancer risk. Smoking increases our risk of cancer, as does walking through a radioactive…
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One of the latest foods in dietary news is also one of the oldest—ancient grains. What makes these old-timers so appealing to modern tastes? Let’s run down the menu! Why Are Some Grains Called “Ancient”? Unlike grains such as modern wheat, which have been crossbred for hundreds of years to bring out certain qualities, ancient…
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