Memorial Day is not only a federal holiday in the United States, but it is a day of observance and remembrance of those who died in service. Originally known as Decoration Day, this solemn day has been marked on calendars since the end of the American Civil War as a day to commemorate both the…
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Dry mouth, or xerostomia, is a common side effect of many medications. It can also be a side effect of cancer treatments, or the result of certain auto-immune diseases. Dr. Glenn Payne and Dr. Charles Boatner and our team at Payne & Boatner, DDS will tell you that for most people, discontinuing their medication isn’t…
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Healthy teeth make you happy to share your smile with the world. But there’s more to your smile than its beauty! There’s a lot of hard work going on, as well.Teeth Are Designed for Healthy Eating and DigestionBecause humans are omnivores, we can eat both meat and plants. That’s why our teeth have different shapes—they’re…
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Summer is almost here, which means a season full of vacations, adventures and great memories is just around the corner for our patients at Payne & Boatner, DDS. Everyone wants a glowing and radiant white smile when the sun comes around and we have a few reminders to keep your pearly whites healthy and beautiful…
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