Blog - Thomas Clifton, DDS | Dentist In Durham, NC

Reasons for Bleeding Gums
posted: Dec. 01, 2021.

Some bleeding can be normal if we've recently begun to regularly floss, or if we've taken it up again after some time of neglect. But if it's happening often, sometimes Read more
Are you at risk for oral cancer?
posted: Nov. 30, 2021.

Nearly 40,000 people are diagnosed with oral cancer annually in the United States, with more than 8,000 dying every year from the disease. Oral cancer has a higher death rate Read more
Thanksgiving in North America
posted: Nov. 23, 2021.

Thanksgiving marks the start to the holidays; a season filled with feasting, indulging, and spending time with family and friends are always special. Thanksgiving is a holiday meant for giving Read more
I’m on a diet and getting MORE cavities!
posted: Nov. 16, 2021.

Health gurus rave about replacing unhealthy food choices with healthy ones in your diet. If you want to maintain your beautiful smile as well as your waistline, choose foods that Read more
How do I make my child’s diet safe for his or her teeth?
posted: Nov. 09, 2021.

The food you feed your child can have a lasting effect on his or her oral health. In fact, diet plays a major role in whether a child develops cavities Read more
Getting Ready for Winter
posted: Nov. 02, 2021.

Winter Is Coming. Okay, that sounded a lot more dramatic in a popular fantasy series. But here in the real world, winter is coming as well, so let’s look at some Read more
Halloween: Candy, costumes, and more!
posted: Oct. 26, 2021.

All Hallows' Eve, more commonly known as Halloween, is a yearly event celebrated on October 31, and one that is anticipated by the young and young at heart all over Read more
Skip the Wait for New Crowns
posted: Oct. 25, 2021.

Repairing tooth issues doesn't need to take several weeks. Your dentist, Dr. Thomas Clifton, will correct them in only a few hours with one appointment crowns in Durham, NC. Same-Day Crowns Same-day Read more
Tooth-Colored Fillings
posted: Oct. 19, 2021.

Once upon a time, silver fillings ruled in dental offices everywhere. For a long time, they were the only option dentists used to close off the spaces on teeth where Read more
Nutrition Tips for Healthy Kids’ Smiles
posted: Oct. 12, 2021.

The grown-ups in your life want you to have a healthy, happy smile. That’s why they help you brush and floss, and make sure you come see the doctor for Read more