A+ Family February 2018

A+ Family February 2018

Poway Location: 12915 Pomerado Road Poway, CA 92064 Phone: 858-748-5100

San Diego Location: 3780 El Cajon Blvd., Unit 1

San Diego, CA 92105 Phone: 619-265-2467

FALLING (AND STAYING) IN LOVE HOW WE (RE)CREATE OUR RELATIONSHIPS The Happy Tooth

How do we define the perfect relationship?

“Marriages don’t exist by themselves. They’re something you have to create, and my husband and I do this by making our conversations a priority.”

–Dr. Justene Doan

February 2018 Edition

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Education in the Kitchen What Your Child Can Learn From Baking

Math Baking is a numbers game. Just take a look at any recipe, and you’ll recognize the importance of math in building a beautiful cake. Having children measure out ingredients helps them learn about fractions and ratios. You can also test your kids by doubling or halving a recipe for multiplication and division practice. With older kids, practice unit conversions by asking, for example, how many pints are in half a gallon. Following Directions Not unlike computer science, baking requires a strict order of operations. The wet and dry ingredients often need to be mixed separately and then folded together. It only takes one deviation from the instructions for a pastry to go from delicious to disgusting. Spending time in the kitchen, then, is a great way for kids to learn the importance of reading directions carefully and comprehending what they’ve just read. Cultural Understanding Cuisine is a fundamental part of every culture. Introducing your child to dishes from around the world will expand their horizons. Want your child to be a less picky eater? Involving them in the cooking process is the surest way to get them excited about trying new flavors and ingredients. Nutrition

With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, you’re probably wracking your brain for the perfect recipe to bake for your loved one. There’s nothing wrong with store-bought chocolate, but there’s no topping the personal touch of some homemade baked goods. If you have kids, baking alongside them can be just as rewarding as enjoying the fruits of your labor. As an added bonus, baking is a hands-on opportunity where your child can learn all sorts of important concepts. Here is a short list of some of the educational lessons hiding in your kitchen.

Now, you might not think that baking cookies will encourage greater nutritional awareness, but hear us out. Sugar is often buried within packaged foods. When you bake something at home, a child gets to see, firsthand, just how much sugar goes into certain sweets. Meanwhile, cooking savory dishes also allows them to learn what constitutes a balanced, healthy diet.

We want to thank all of our patients who put so much faith in us by recommending our services to their friends and family members. Last month, our referrals came from these amazing patients: A+ Referrals

“As much as going to the dentist isn’t my favorite thing to do, everyone at A+ is amazing. They are friendly and go out of their way to make you feel comfortable. During longer procedures, they let you watch Netflix and turn on the massage chair! Thank you for a great experience!” –Jeff W. “I’ve always hated the dentist. ALWAYS. But I try to find time to go to this one. Everyone is so helpful, patient, and professional. They have helped me fix things without pain. Thanks, A+! Try these guys!” –Linda G. “Everyone has been very nice and professional. The specialist and doctors are very friendly and good at what they do. The receptionist is always smiling and very nice.” –Bruce L. “Today was a general cleaning. I met with Princess. She made me quite happy when she told me I was doing a good job with the general care of my teeth. As always, a delightful visit to A+ Family Dentistry.” –Mary Ann Z. TESTIMONIALS See What Others Are Saying

· Leighanna P. · Ashley P. · Cea S. · Ross T.

· Thuy L. · Naomi M. · Monica M. · Noah O.

· Jacob D. · Marieke D. · Antoinette H. · Nguyen L.

· Tina B. · Bernadette C. · Shannon C. · Aminda C.

And the winner of December’s referral prize of a free manicure or pedicure is ... Antoinette H. Thank you to all of our patients who continue to support us. Check back next month when we will announce the winner of our next referral prize.

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BOOST Your Confidence WITH INVISALIGN Join Us for Invisalign Day!

Since braces don’t inspire confidence, they can cause even more of a problem for those involved with public speaking. Getting in front of a large group of people for presentations or performances is scary enough, so performing with braces might make smiling the last thing you want to do. The clear material of Invisalign gives any teen or adult the confidence to smile in front of a group of people. Eating with Invisalign is far from complicated and certainly won’t cause any problems with food getting stuck. Simply remove the aligner to enjoy a meal and brush your teeth before you replace them. Unlike traditional braces where brackets and wires aren’t going anywhere, aligners can be removed at a moment’s notice. With Invisalign, the process couldn’t be easier!

Are you ready to love your smile again, but aren’t sure if Invisalign is right for you? Schedule an appointment for our Invisalign Day on Wednesday, Feb. 14! We’ll be offering a free consultation to all patients who come in. Plus, if you decide you’re ready to straighten your teeth with Invisalign, you get $500 off your full case, free whitening at the end of the treatment ($245 value), and free retainers at the end of treatment ($500 value)!

It’s hard to underestimate the importance of a great smile. One of the first characteristics someone will focus on in face-to-face meetings is a smile, so it’s crucial in creating a first impression. That being said, people with crooked teeth may try their hardest not to smile when faced with public situations because they’re self-conscious of how their teeth look. If you don’t feel good about your teeth, Invisalign might be the perfect treatment for you. Invisalign helps straighten your teeth, and it’s minimal visibility. The aligner is clear, which helps boost the confidence of its wearer. No wires, brackets, or colored rubber bands! The only people who will know are the doctor and patient. You can even watch Invisalign work as it adjusts your teeth into their right places. Have a Laugh!

Having your teeth professionally straightened without anyone noticing will help you gain

confidence. Everyone deserves to have a smile they’re proud of, and you don’t need braces to achieve it. With Invisalign, getting that perfect smile has never been easier!

Sweet and Zesty DETOX SALAD

Ingredients

For the Salad: •

For the Dressing: •

3 cups chopped kale leaves 2 cups chopped broccoli florets 2 cups chopped red cabbage

1 large carrot, roughly chopped 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon finely chopped ginger

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1 cup matchstick carrots 1 cup chopped cilantro

1/2 cup toasted slivered almonds

1 tablespoon honey

1/3 cup sliced green onions

1 tablespoon white miso 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil Salt and pepper, to taste

1 diced avocado

Directions

1. To make the salad, add all ingredients to a large bowl; toss to combine. 2. To make the dressing, add all ingredients to a blender or food processor. Pulse until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper

or add extra honey for a sweeter taste. 3. Drizzle dressing over salad and serve immediately.

(Recipe inspired by GimmeSomeOven.com.)

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Inside This Issue

Love and Marriage Page 1

Cook Your Way to Better Grades Page 2

February Testimonials Page 2

Shoutout to the A+ Family! Page 2

Boost Your Confidence With Invisalign Page 3

Earth’s Most Romantic Destinations Page 4

The office be closed Jan. 1. Schedule your next appointment today to beat the post-holiday rush!

Valentine’s Getaways TO FANTASIZE ABOUT

THE BEST

Valentine’s Day is for fancy dinners, heart-shaped boxes packed with subpar chocolates, and fantasizing about the magical places you and your beau would have escaped to — if only you had the PTO. So, grab a glass of bottom-shelf cab sauv, cuddle up next to your special someone, and try to make them feel bad for taking you to Chili’s instead of whisking you away to one of these picturesque fantasy lands. Udaipur, India These days, meandering through the cobblestone streets of Paris with your loved one is très passé . All the real high-rolling romantics are migrating southeast to the famous Oberoi Udaivilas hotel in western India. Set in a traditional Mewari palace, visitors will feel like royalty as they stroll around the labyrinthine gardens that surround the elaborate cream-colored structure. Travelers can relax beside one of the many glassy pools sprinkled throughout the estate, all of which are enthusiastically attended by an unparalleled service staff. Positano, Italy More than perhaps anywhere in the world, this place looks like it was lifted straight from a sappy romance novelist’s imagination. You and

your partner can kick back on a balcony overlooking the entirety of this seaside town, taking in the century-old multicolored Italian architecture perched precariously on the verdant mountainside. Too small to accommodate swarms of tourists, it’s the perfect place to while away the hours ambling from shop to shop, sampling the delicious local cuisine, and maybe taking a dip along the 300-meter beach. The Maldives From a water villa smack dab in the midst of the glassy, ultra- blue Indian Ocean, you and your main squeeze can enjoy utter seclusion. Sip champagne in the shade of a palm overlooking an otherworldly sunset or get a little more adventurous, strap on a mask, and check out the abundant aquatic wildlife. Many hotels in the area even include access to an array of boats, perfect for your own private excursion along the mild waves. Of course, you could also always just stare, dumbfounded, into the horizon, wondering how such a place could actually exist on Earth.

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