When you’re pregnant, you expect physical changes. That’s part of the excitement of the journey! What isn’t expected—and not nearly as exciting—is when your familiar smile seems to be changing
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Wiggle Room
updated: Jul. 05, 2022
When you’re pregnant, you expect physical changes. That’s part of the excitement of the journey! What isn’t expected—and not nearly as exciting—is when your familiar smile seems to be changing
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Wiggle Room
updated: Jul. 05, 2022
When you’re pregnant, you expect physical changes. That’s part of the excitement of the journey! What isn’t expected—and not nearly as exciting—is when your familiar smile seems to be changing
Read more
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Happy Fourth of July
updated: Jun. 28, 2022
Every year, Americans all over the world celebrate the birth of the country and its independence on the Fourth of July. There are countless ways that people celebrate and they
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Gum Disease vs. Periodontitis
updated: Jun. 21, 2022
Many people use the terms gum disease and periodontitis interchangeably, but periodontitis is only one stage of gum disease. The phrase refers to all diseases that affect the gingiva, or
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Breaking Bad Oral Habits
updated: Jun. 14, 2022
The effects of bad oral habits are something our team sees all too often. You might have bad oral habits that stem from childhood, possibly because your parents did not
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June is National Smile Month: Show off your smile!
updated: Jun. 07, 2022
The community health awareness group Oral Health America has reported that 82 percent of adults are unaware of the role that infectious bacteria can play in tooth decay or cavities,
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My gums are inflamed. What can I do?
updated: May 31, 2022
Inflamed gums are a fairly common dental issue, but unfortunately, many people don't take the problem seriously enough. If you ignore inflamed gums and continue your usual routine, you could
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Memorial Day and Getting Ready for Summer
updated: May 24, 2022
Memorial Day didn't become an official holiday until 1971, but Americans started gathering annually in the spring to remember those who lost their lives in war during the 1860s, right
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Seven Foods that will Give You a Smashing Smile
updated: May 17, 2022
As the saying goes, you are what you eat. But did you know that what you eat also affects your smile? Chow down on these seven tasty treats, recommended by
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In the Pink
updated: May 10, 2022
Our gums cover and protect the sensitive roots of our teeth and the bone around them. While we often think of gum tissue as a rosy shade of pink, that’s
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Summer is Almost Here: Tips for a bright, white smile!
updated: May 03, 2022
Summer is almost here, which means a season full of vacations, adventures and great memories is just around the corner for our patients at John P. Ducar, DDS, Inc. Everyone
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How to Prevent Dry Socket
updated: Apr. 26, 2022
When you have a tooth extracted, your body immediately sets to work to help protect the affected area. The blood that collects at the site of the extraction clots to
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Make Every Day Earth Day
updated: Apr. 19, 2022
Earth Day began in 1970 as an event to raise awareness of our environment. What began as a single day in April is now recognized around the world to bring
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What’s an intraoral camera?
updated: Apr. 12, 2022
One of the greatest features our team at John P. Ducar, DDS, Inc offers is the ability to see first-hand how we can help our patients. While X-rays help us
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April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month
updated: Apr. 05, 2022
What is oral cancer?
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. If you have been putting off a visit to our TORRANCE, California office, now is an excellent time to schedule
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Aging and Oral Health
updated: Mar. 29, 2022
As you age, it becomes even more important to take good care of your teeth and dental health. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately one-fourth of
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