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November Marks National Diabetes Awareness Month
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Nov. 02, 2021
Diabetes is a chronic disease that increases the risk for many serious health problems, including severe gum disease. November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and it’s a great time for us
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Ridge Modification
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Oct. 26, 2021
One of the most transformative advancements in dental restorations is the dental implant. Implants look just like natural teeth, they function just like natural teeth, and they help maintain jawbone
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Can children be at risk for developing periodontal disease?
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Oct. 19, 2021
the doctor and our team hear this question a lot. While many people believe periodontal disease is an adult problem, studies have indicated that periodontal disease, also known as gum
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Forget Something? It’s on the Tip of Your Tongue!
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Oct. 12, 2021
Let’s see…
Toothbrush? Check.
Fluoride toothpaste? Check.
Floss? Check.
Two minutes of thorough brushing? Check.
Careful cleaning around your brackets and wires? Check.
Wait… there’s something else… it’s right on the tip of your…
Ah! Your tongue!
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Year-End Insurance Reminder
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Oct. 05, 2021
the doctor, as well as our team at John P. Ducar, DDS, Inc, would like to give those patients with flex spend, health savings, or insurance benefits a friendly end
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Five Easy Ways to Prevent Gum Disease
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Sep. 28, 2021
Gum disease can be painful and lead to missing teeth if you don’t treat it properly. However, there are plenty of things you can do to lower your risk of
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Is periodontal disease contagious?
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Sep. 21, 2021
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, half of adults age 30 and over suffer from some form of gum disease. Caused by plaque buildup, gum disease is
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How often should I see my periodontist?
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Sep. 14, 2021
Dental health is a reflection of and related to total health. Many people are surprised to learn this. Because tooth and gum decay can be related to many serious health
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What was your favorite part of summer?
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Sep. 07, 2021
It's the end of summer, and fall is just around the corner. Soon the temperatures will cool down, the leaves will start to change, and the doctor and our team
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Happy Labor Day!
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Aug. 31, 2021
Labor Day is upon us, and that means the non-official end to summer. Before the kids head back to school and temperatures start to cool down, this is your last
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Heart Disease and Oral Health
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Aug. 24, 2021
According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, more than 200 million Americans suffer from some degree of inflammation of the gums. Over the past decade, researchers have
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Dentin Tooth Sensitivity Treatments
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Aug. 17, 2021
Dentine hypersensitivity can be described as a sharp and sudden pain caused by cold food and beverages. It’s present in more than half the population and result from receding gums
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Navigating the World of Dental Insurance Terminology
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Aug. 10, 2021
Unless you work for an insurance company, you probably do not spend a lot of your time studying all the terminology that dental insurance companies use to describe the treatments
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Four Good Reasons to Visit Your Periodontist
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Aug. 03, 2021
For most of our oral health care needs, our family dentist is the perfect person to see. Examinations, cleanings, treating cavities, restorations such as fillings and crowns, preventive care—you’ve probably
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Just What Is Plaque?
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jul. 27, 2021
From the time you were small, you’ve been warned about the dangers of plaque. Why? Because:
It’s an unappealing film that sticks to your teeth
It causes cavities
It causes gum disease
And really,
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Women’s Medications and Dry Mouth
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jul. 20, 2021
Women using medication to treat a variety of medical conditions are often unaware of the potential side effects. One common side effect of medications such as blood pressure medication, birth
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