the doctor and our team know that your smile is one of your most distinguishing features, and one of the first things people notice about your appearance. Whether you hesitate
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Improve Your Smile with Periodontal Cosmetic Enhancements
updated: Feb. 22, 2022
the doctor and our team know that your smile is one of your most distinguishing features, and one of the first things people notice about your appearance. Whether you hesitate
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Getting to the Bottom of Chewing Gum Myths
updated: Feb. 15, 2022
It's a moment many of our patients have experienced. One second you're chewing on a piece of gum, then suddenly you forget to keep chewing and swallow the entire rubbery
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The Transformation of Valentine's Day
updated: Feb. 08, 2022
Did you know the actions leading to the beginnings of Valentine's Day were actually centered on the avoidance of war? A Catholic priest named Valentine defied the orders of the
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Questions on Dental Implants? We’ve Got You Covered.
updated: Feb. 01, 2022
Whether you’ve lost a tooth from decay, are preparing for dentures, or were born with a gap where a tooth should have been, you could be a candidate for dental
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What makes a periodontist different from a dentist?
updated: Jan. 25, 2022
“Dentists, periodontists … what’s the difference, anyway?” We hear our patients asking this question as they wonder about the difference between the two specialties. Periodontists like the doctor are more
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Top Five Ways to Improve Heart Health
updated: Jan. 18, 2022
While there is no definite evidence that if your prevent gum diseases, like periodontitis, that you may be able to prevent a heart condition or heart disease. The only thing
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Improve your oral health with xylitol!
updated: Jan. 11, 2022
Xylitol tastes sweet, but unlike sugar, it is not converted to acid that can cause your teeth to decay. It’s a naturally occurring sweetener found in plants, fruits, and vegetables;
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Thirsty? We Have Some Ideas on Tap
updated: Jan. 04, 2022
No, we don’t mean the latest foamy offering from your favorite microbrewery. When you’re thirsty, one of the best options available is literally at your fingertips—tap water, straight from your
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Things You Probably Didn’t Know About New Year's Eve
updated: Dec. 28, 2021
It’s no secret that New Year’s Eve is one of the most widely celebrated holidays in the world. the doctor and our team love it too. It’s a fresh start,
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Pregnancy: What should I know about my oral care?
updated: Dec. 21, 2021
the doctor and our team at John P. Ducar, DDS, Inc know this is an exciting time as you anticipate the arrival of your new little one. We want to
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My mouth is dry. What can I do?
updated: Dec. 14, 2021
Nobody likes a dry mouth. It is an uncomfortable and sometimes oddly unexplainable sensation that most people like to avoid. It is not a condition that automatically sends you into
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The Consequences of Sports and Energy Drinks
updated: Dec. 07, 2021
They’re refreshing and tasty. They’re easy to find and pretty cheap. They help us get through a long day or a long workout. They’re everywhere.
We know it’s hard to say
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Can surgery help my periodontal disease?
updated: Nov. 30, 2021
If the doctor and our team have tried several different treatments without success such as antimicrobial therapy, tooth scaling, or root planing, but have been unsuccessful in curing or even
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Thanksgiving Trivia
updated: Nov. 23, 2021
At John P. Ducar, DDS, Inc we love learning trivia and interesting facts about Thanksgiving! This year, the doctor wanted to share some trivia that might help you feel a
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What exactly is periodontal disease?
updated: Nov. 16, 2021
Periodontal disease is an infection of the tissues that surround and support your teeth. Our team at John P. Ducar, DDS, Inc wants you to know that this common ailment
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Some General Rules for General Anesthesia
updated: Nov. 09, 2021
If you have periodontal surgery scheduled at our TORRANCE, California office, you have many options for your choice of anesthesia. After all, the doctor and our team are trained in
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