Advanced + Family Dentistry - November 2018

Advanced + Family Dentistry - November 2018

REPORT THE WELLNESS

November 2018

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MEET DR. PARTH PATEL

It’s only been a short month and a half since I’ve been a part of the team with Drs. Jones and Copeland, but everyone has made me feel right at home from the start, as if I’d been a part of the practice for years. I’m extremely grateful to have the opportunity to work with some of the friendliest and most intelligent people while treating the amazing patients in our community. In addition, I’ve been constantly learning new things since I started. The office is equipped with a variety of cutting-edge technologies that allow us to provide the best service and state-of-the-art treatments in a comfortable environment. The quote “do what you love and you’ll never work a day in your life” really holds true for me. I feel so fortunate that being a dentist not only entails fast-paced, engaging work, but it also fosters lifelong learning and building truly meaningful relationships, which has helped shape both my professional and personal life. I knew early on in college that I wanted to be a dentist, and since then, my journey has included various internship experiences, dental school in Chicago, IL, an Advanced Education in General Dentistry program in Wichita, Kansas, an implant fellowship residency at NYU, Stony Brook, and many continuing education courses throughout the years. Outside of the office, I’m passionate about keeping up with Georgia sports (being a Bulldog myself!), cooking and trying different types of food, and traveling. I will be going to Seychelles with my soon-to-be wife on our honeymoon toward

the end of this year, and we hope to cross off some more destinations from our bucket list in the future as well!

I’m so excited to be a part of a practice as forward-thinking and welcoming as that of Dr. Jones. Every day I get to come in and improve my patients’ lives, working beside some of the most personable and qualified people imaginable. I truly look forward to meeting you all in the near future if I have not already!

–Dr. Parth Patel

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A QUICK WORKOUT PREPARE YOURSELF FOR THE THANKSGIVING FEAST

When you’re in the kitchen cooking your signature dishes for Thanksgiving dinner, you might find yourself with short periods of nothing to do. While you wait, why not fit in a quick workout? Exercising for 30 minutes will help ease any anxieties you may have — perhaps about getting those side dishes just right, or about your in-laws, who will soon be seated at your table. To start off, you’ll need to warm up. Keeping the oven in sight and the timer well within earshot, take a few minutes to loosen up your muscles. Jog in place, do some jumping jacks for a minute, or jump in place for 45 seconds. Warmups often consist of these basic exercises, but one set of each won’t be enough. To make sure your body is completely warmed up, repeat each set at least three times. After you’ve warmed up, it’s time to start the workout. Squat jumps, ski jumps, pushups, plank crawls, and holding a squat stance are easy exercises you can do in your kitchen, dining room, or living room while your feast cooks. Do each exercise as many times as you can in a minute, and just like you did in the warmup, repeat each set three times.

While in your squat stance, there are several things you can do. For 30-second intervals, put your arms out in a “T” formation and move them up and down in small pulses. Then move your arms out in front of you and return to the “T” shape. Raise your arms up over your head and clap, and then return once more to the “T” formation. Rotate your arms in backward circles, switch to forward arm circles, and finish up by holding your squat for an additional 30 seconds.

This 30-minute exercise routine is great for before, during, and after your Thanksgiving meal prep. You don’t have to wait around all day for things to finish up — occupy your downtime with short exercises to keep your heart pumping.

WHAT OUR PATIENTS ARE SAYING

“Our beloved dentist of 24 years retired earlier this year, so my husband and I have been searching for a new practice closer to home. Upon the recommendation of a friend, we visited Jones Smiles in Flowery Branch this week. We are absolutely thrilled to have found this wonderful practice. We met with Angela, the new patient coordinator and hygienist, and she was an absolute delight! She was warm, friendly, and very knowledgeable, and we left feeling like we had been friends for a long time. We also saw Dr. Copeland, who was just as welcoming and thorough. We are feeling so blessed to have found this practice!” –WILLIAM AND BELINDA R.

“This is the most relaxing dental office! From the moment you walk in, you feel warm and welcome. I used to dread going to the dentist before this, but not anymore. Shea is not only friendly, but she and the staff stay up to the minute on education and training so you feel like you are getting the best treatment possible! They also provide cutting-edge cosmetic dentistry and are the best at it in the field. I highly recommend Dr. Jones, Dr. Copeland, Shea, and the staff!” –BECKY L.

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Should Parents Help Pull Loose Baby Teeth?

Losing baby teeth is a rite of passage for children. It’s a sign that they are growing up! Many parents are excited to be part of this experience and re-enact the traditions of their childhood. How many of you remember a parent tying one end of a string to your tooth and the other to a doorknob, helping the tooth come out with a single slam? This “trick” for getting out a loose tooth is a time-honored tradition — and it’s also one of the worst ways to handle a loose baby tooth! You should never force a tooth to come out before it’s ready. If a tooth is yanked out before the root is fully dissolved, the root can break and cause a great deal of pain. Forcing a tooth out can also damage gum tissue or the surrounding teeth, leading to infection.

will get swallowed by accident. If this happens, you don’t have to be

alarmed. A baby tooth is not a choking hazard and a swallowed tooth will pass through your child’s body without any trouble. At most, you may have to help your child write a letter to the tooth fairy explaining what happened. If your child is begging you to take out their loose tooth, don’t go searching for the string. Instead, take a tissue and gently apply pressure on the tooth with two fingers. The tooth should pop right out. However, if the tooth resists or your child complains about any pain, leave the tooth alone a little longer. The best way to deal with a loose tooth is to have patience and let your child wiggle their tooth until it falls out on its own. Loose teeth will fall out when the time is right.

Some parents want to get loose teeth out of their child’s mouth as soon as possible because they’re worried the tooth

SMILE-FRIENDLY RECIPES

SUDOKU

CHIPOTLE-ROASTED CARROT SALAD

These spicy, tangy carrots make a healthy Thanksgiving side that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Plus, you can do most of the work in advance and assemble the finished dish on the big day.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil • 4 ounces watercress, stems trimmed • Plain Greek yogurt, for serving • Kosher salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste

• 30 small carrots (2–3

bunches), tops removed and carrots scrubbed

• 2 chipotle peppers in adobo, minced • 1 teaspoon adobo sauce from the chipotle can • 1 tablespoon molasses

Directions

1. Heat oven to 350 F. In a rimmed baking sheet, toss carrots with chipotle peppers, molasses, and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper, and roast for 30–35 minutes. 2. Transfer carrots to a plate and let them cool completely. 3. Once cooled, toss carrots with adobo sauce. Lay across a platter, and top with watercress. 4. Serve alongside yogurt.

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THE MOST UNDERRATED THANKSGIVING FOODS

4 Dishes Your Table Needs

When you think of Thanksgiving food, the first dishes that pop into your mind are probably turkey, mashed potatoes, and green bean casserole. They’re a part of nearly every Thanksgiving meal. And while these delicious foods are something you don’t want to skip, there are dishes your table is sorely missing — dishes that don’t get the respect they truly deserve. This Thanksgiving, why not take a look at a few other options? SOUP This is one dish that rarely hits the Thanksgiving table. But try a butternut squash or broccoli cheddar soup and you’ll be surprised just how “at home” it feels among the rest of your spread. It’s perfect to serve ahead of the main course, as the final touches are put on the turkey, or when the green bean casserole needs a few more minutes in the oven. BRUSSELS SPROUTS These tiny greens often get overlooked during Thanksgiving, but with the right accompaniment, they can make for an extremely tasty and nutritious dish. For example, try

roasting halved Brussels sprouts with dried cranberries and bacon, drizzled with a raspberry balsamic vinaigrette.

SAUSAGE Put a creative spin on your traditional Thanksgiving dishes and try using sausage in the stuffing. An Italian sausage, for instance, adds a kick of flavor to any stuffing, homemade or from the box. You can also experiment with other kinds of sausage to find the flavors that best complement your stuffing. Use a sweet sausage when you need something to pair with a stuffing that incorporates apples. CRANBERRY SAUCE This Thanksgiving staple rarely gets the attention it deserves. While it’s easy to buy a can of cranberry sauce, you do your guests a culinary disservice by going this route. Instead, make your own cranberry sauce. There are many recipes online, and all you need are some fresh or frozen cranberries, orange juice, and sugar to make the best cranberry sauce of your life.

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