When do children usually lose their baby teeth?

December 21st, 2022

Many parents have concerns about their children’s teeth not falling out on time. Dr. Glenn Payne and Dr. Charles Boatner and our team are here to answer any questions parents may have about when children lose their teeth. Children have 20 primary teeth that come in around age three. By about age six, these teeth…
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How Often Should You Have Your Teeth Cleaned?

December 21st, 2022

That’s a good question! But first, we’re going to do that roundabout thing where we consider other questions before circling back to our original topic. Trust us, we’ll get there! Why Get Your Teeth Cleaned Professionally? Before you consider how often to have your teeth cleaned, you might be wondering why you need to have…
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Tips for Managing Oral Pain

December 14th, 2022

Experiencing tooth or oral pain is not fun. If you cannot get to Payne & Boatner, DDS right away, the pain may even seem to increase. The old saying that a tooth will stop hurting once you get to a dentist is not that far from true. However, there are many tips you can try…
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Preventing Periodontal Disease

December 14th, 2022

Periodontal disease is one of the most prevalent health issues in America, with the Centers for Disease Control reporting it affects approximately 65 million people, or roughly 47 percent of the population. People with periodontal disease have bacteria beneath the surface of the gums, which are responsible for tissue inflammation that can lead to pain,…
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