posted: Oct. 15, 2024.

You never know when you're going to experience a dental emergency, but if you do, it should give you peace of mind to know that emergency dental care is available Read more

posted: Oct. 08, 2024.

Your dashboard lights up when you need an oil change. Your smoke detector beeps when you need to switch out the batteries. But when it’s time to replace your toothbrush, Read more

posted: Oct. 01, 2024.

the doctor, as well as our team at Thomas Clifton, DDS, would like to give those patients with flex spend, health savings, or insurance benefits a friendly end of the Read more

posted: Sep. 24, 2024.

While the doctor and our team tell you daily oral hygiene habits, such as brushing and flossing, are essential to optimal oral health, regular dental checkups at Thomas Clifton, DDS Read more

posted: Sep. 17, 2024.

You’ve made an appointment at our DURHAM, North Carolina office to treat your cavity, the decayed area has been removed, and the site has been cleaned and prepared for a Read more

posted: Sep. 10, 2024.

Diastema is a medical term meaning “space between”—or what the doctor and our team less formally call a gap between the teeth. Such gaps are common for children as they Read more

posted: Sep. 03, 2024.

Can you believe it's already September? At Thomas Clifton, DDS, we know that gingivitis, the early stage of periodontal disease, can be difficult to recognize. Many people don’t recognize the Read more

posted: Aug. 27, 2024.

If you’re happy with your manual toothbrush, read no further. But if you’re looking for more options than “firm,” “medium,” or “soft,” there’s a world of electric toothbrush innovations out Read more

posted: Aug. 20, 2024.

At Thomas Clifton, DDS, we understand that getting high-quality sleep is vital to maintaining your overall health. Insufficient sleep can lead to an inability to concentrate, motor vehicle accidents, and Read more

posted: Aug. 13, 2024.

Yes, absolutely. A recent survey by Oral-B® reveals that despite knowing that a healthy, good-looking smile affects not only their personal wellness but their professional image as well, very few Read more