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Author: Anonymous updated: Nov. 29, 2022

YES!  Studies have shown a correlation between gum disease and heart disease, underscoring the importance of good oral health care. Cardiovascular disease remains American’s leading killer, claiming more lives than Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Nov. 22, 2022

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

Author: Anonymous updated: Nov. 15, 2022

Have you ever looked in the mirror and noticed that your teeth looked longer? Does it seem like your gums are shrinking? This condition is called recession—many adults have it. Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Nov. 08, 2022

Since gum disease is one of the most common adult diseases, it’s no wonder periodontists like the doctor stress the importance of prevention. Effective brushing and flossing, regular dental appointments Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Nov. 01, 2022

Oral-systemic health is the idea that oral health is a critical and interconnected component to a patient’s overall health and well-being. Studies show that people who have poor oral health Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Oct. 25, 2022

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

Author: Anonymous updated: Oct. 18, 2022

Here is some surprising yet worthwhile advice you might be hearing for the first time: Brushing after a meal can be incredibly bad for your teeth if you do it Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Oct. 11, 2022

Did you know that there are certain foods you can eat which help to clean your teeth? We call them "detergent foods." In dentistry we look at the impact of Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Oct. 04, 2022

How better to spend the fall months than inside by the fireplace with a warm cup of cider and a book in hand? the doctor and our team at John Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Sep. 27, 2022

As with any surgery, post-procedure care is of utmost importance after getting periodontal surgery. Bleeding, pain, swelling, and other sensations are common and should be expected to a degree. This Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Sep. 20, 2022

For those of our patients who suffer from periodontal (gum) disease or those who have experienced moderate to severe tooth bone loss, the doctor may suggest you undergo a procedure Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Sep. 13, 2022

At John P. Ducar, DDS, Inc, we know your dental health is closely connected to your overall health. We also know that the mouth can oftentimes be the first place Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Sep. 06, 2022

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

Author: Anonymous updated: Aug. 30, 2022

Labor Day, celebrated on the first Monday each September here in the United States, is a holiday devoted to the American working community. The purpose of the holiday is honoring Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Aug. 23, 2022

One of the concerns we sometimes hear at John P. Ducar, DDS, Inc is, “My gums just don’t look the same they once did. What is causing this?” Our gums recede Read more

Author: Anonymous updated: Aug. 16, 2022

In a world where everything moves so quickly and teens and young adults find themselves pulling “all-nighters” or working long hours, energy drinks have grabbed the spotlight. You’ll have one Read more