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How Missing Teeth Can Affect Your Health
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Mar. 21, 2023
According to the American Academy of Periodontology, an estimated three out of four Americans suffer from gum disease. In milder cases, the disease is called gingivitis. More severe cases are
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St. Patrick's Day: Celtic pride, green shamrocks, and lucky charms!
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Mar. 14, 2023
“St. Patrick's Day is an enchanted time -- a day to begin transforming winter's dreams into summer's magic.” Adrienne Cook
Lucky green shamrocks, leprechauns, and pots of gold – it must
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March is National Nutrition Month!
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Mar. 07, 2023
While you don’t have to wait to start eating right, March is the month the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics asks everyone to pay special attention to what goes into
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Quit Smoking to Save Your Smile
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Feb. 28, 2023
You have probably counted a hundred reasons to stop smoking. It’s unhealthy. It’s expensive. It annoys the people around you. You have to schedule your day around the next cigarette.
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The Hazards of Smokeless Tobacco
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Feb. 21, 2023
Many smokers believe that chewing tobacco is a safer alternative to smoking cigarettes. This simply isn't the case! In fact, smokeless tobacco can cause serious health concerns.
Smokeless tobacco comes in
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Team Dark Chocolate
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Feb. 14, 2023
Valentine’s Day is the holiday to celebrate all the treasured relationships in your life. It’s a time to honor love in all shapes and forms with cards, social gatherings, and
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February is Heart Month
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Feb. 07, 2023
The American Academy of Periodontology stresses the importance of good oral health since gum disease may be linked to heart disease and stroke. Thus far, no cause-and-effect relationship has been
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Start Your Day Off with a (Healthy) Smile!
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jan. 31, 2023
If there’s one meal that can claim the title of “Sweetest Meal of the Day,” it’s almost certainly breakfast. Sugary cereals, syrup-covered waffles, oatmeal with honey, cinnamon toast (which is
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Good Dental Hygiene Impacts Overall General Health
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jan. 24, 2023
There are many ways in which your oral health has an impact on your overall general health. There are naturally occurring bacteria in the mouth. Some of those bacteria, including
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Eat Well, Heal Better after Periodontal Surgery
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jan. 17, 2023
You’ve got periodontal surgery at our TORRANCE, California office coming up on your calendar and you’re prepared. The freezer is stocked with frozen yogurt, the fridge is filled with pudding
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Gum Disease Prevention
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jan. 10, 2023
Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease, is a chronic bacterial infection of the gums, periodontal ligament, and bone that surround and support the teeth. Gum disease includes gingivitis (the
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Be Good to Your Gums
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jan. 03, 2023
You brush and floss thoroughly twice a day. You have regular checkups. Everything seems fine on the periodontal radar. Sometimes, however, even healthy gums can become sensitive and irritated. Is
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New Year's Day Around the World
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Dec. 27, 2022
New Year’s Day marks the beginning of the calendar year in most parts of the world. The holiday is celebrated on January 1st of each year. Customs and celebrations vary
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Is periodontal disease genetic?
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Dec. 20, 2022
It can be. There is more and more evidence to suggest people may be genetically susceptible to periodontal (gum) disease. According to a study published in the Journal of Clinical
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When should I see a periodontist?
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Dec. 13, 2022
the doctor and our team always tell our patients that if you value your overall health, not just your oral health, anytime is a good time to visit John P.
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When should I floss during the day?
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Dec. 06, 2022
A vital step in your oral health routine is flossing. We hope our patients at John P. Ducar, DDS, Inc maintain good oral hygiene, including daily flossing between each visit
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