Fairview Dental - April 2021

Fairview Dental - April 2021

APRIL 2021

SOMETHING to SMILE ABOUT

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Letting Patience and Endurance Lead to Rewards That Are More Than Worth It

While I’m not sure whether it’s happening this year or not, in a normal year, we’d have the Boston Marathon this month. I’ve never run a marathon before (and honestly, I don’t know that I want to), but as someone who runs for exercise and fun, I do have some insight into the challenges associated with running. By and large, it’s about patience and not letting your body or brain convince you that you can’t run another step.

Once, I ran one of the first legs of the race through a high mountain valley. I started running that section around 4 a.m. when it was still dark. However, as I pressed forward, the sun started to rise. Then, in the soft morning light I glimpsed the Salmon River, the mist over the meadows, and even, at one point, a herd of deer crossing the road! It was one of the most serene experiences I’ve ever had while running, and that was a reward in and of itself.

I know, I know, I’ve talked about running in my newsletter before.

I just keep finding reasons for it to be a relevant subject! After all, endurance running offers lessons that people can use for the rest of their lives. I can’t think of any sport or activity that so clearly embodies the lesson that patience leads to great rewards.

The second leg of the race was a little more difficult. It went up a steep incline, so I had to exert myself a lot more. About halfway through the physical battle — of keeping my legs moving — I entered a mental battle, as well. I didn’t want to keep going, but then I asked myself this question: “If I push just a little bit more, how much could it really hurt?” So, I pushed a little harder. Suddenly, it was like I broke through a thick mental barrier. As hard as the race still was, it became fun! It became possible. Because I had remained patient and endured the race even when it was hard, I was rewarded with an incredible sense of accomplishment. I’ve felt that same sense of accomplishment, as well as reaped other rewards, for my patience and endurance in other areas of my life — namely in my education to become a dentist. It took a long time to complete my education and get the job I wanted. During my last year of dental school, I remember joking with my kids, saying that I was completing the 20th grade. I spent over two decades in school just to get where I am now! It was a long road, but I’m glad I chose to endure it. I wouldn’t change a single thing. Is there an area of your life that makes you feel like you’re running a marathon? How can you use patience and endurance to overcome? –Dr. Russell Powell

“I didn’t want to keep going, but then I asked myself this question: ‘If I push just a little bit more, how much could it really hurt?’ So, I pushed a little harder.”

I have run the Sawtooth Relay a few times. If you’ve never heard of that, it’s a race along Highway 75 in Central Idaho (from Stanley to Ketchum). As a team, you run different legs of the race through valleys and over mountains. And while it’s difficult, it is an incredibly satisfying experience.

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Is Your Daughter a ‘VSCO Girl’?

10 SIGNS TO LOOK FOR THIS SPRING Is your daughter obsessed with scrunchies? Does she love posting on TikTok? Has it been more than six months since you’ve seen her without her Hydro Flask? If you answered yes to any of those questions, then you just might be living with a VSCO Girl. What is a VSCO Girl? The term VSCO Girl first appeared in Urban Dictionary in July of 2019, and it’s been in the news ever since. The word VSCO (pronounced “vis-co”) comes from the name of a popular editing app for photographers. Like Instagram, VSCO offers filters and other features to enhance photographs. These “looks” are so distinctive that teens and 20-somethings who used the filters became known online as “VSCO Girls.” From there, a simple obsession with an app spiraled into an entire identity based on the vibes that the filters gave off. Self-identified “VSCO Girls’’ are eco-friendly, laid-back, and feminine in a cutesy, Lisa Frank kind of way. Look up #VSCOgirl, and you’ll find more than a million videos of people either mocking or displaying VSCO Girl traits. Even two years in, #VSCOcam is one of the top 100 hashtags on Instagram. How can you spot the signs? If you want to know whether your daughter fits the VSCO trend, you’re in luck: There are dozens of visible markers to look for. According to Teen Vogue, a “VSCO Girl Starter Kit” includes pastel clothes (specifically scrunchies, T-shirt

dresses, Crocs, and high-waisted shorts), Vans shoes, lip gloss, Hydro Flasks, reusable straws, canvas tote bags, Birkenstocks, disposable or instant cameras, strands of twinkle lights, and an obsession with curling hair and eyelashes. On their own, these are all innocuous traits, but together they scream “VSCO Girl.” Now what? There’s nothing inherently wrong with being a “VSCO Girl.” If your daughter identifies as one, the only thing that might be worth worrying about is how much time she spends on Instagram or TikTok. So instead of quashing her aesthetic, try using your newfound knowledge to bond a little. If you take her scrunchie shopping or share an article about saving the sea turtles, you just might win the title of “cool parent.”

ARE THEY REALLY SAFE? The Truth About Essential Oils

If you’ve ever visited a spa or tried a “natural” perfume, then you’ve probably been exposed to essential oils. These fragrant oils are derived from plants and have become a fad among health nuts, yoga practitioners, and even chefs. Many devotees believe that a few drops of oil added to a diffuser, mixed with food, or rolled onto the wrist can do just about anything, like reduce anxiety and ward off the common cold. In 2019, the global essential oil market was valued at more than $7 billion, and sales are expected to soar above $14 billion by 2026. But there’s a catch: Some doctors now warn that essential oils are not a panacea — and they’re not as safe as they seem. What do the experts say? According to Rose Ann Gould Soloway, a clinical toxicologist at the National Capital Poison Center, essential oils can be safe and beneficial. However, they have harmful side effects when misused. Many oils can cause rashes and even poison users if they’re swallowed or rubbed directly onto the skin. In addition to this, incorrectly breathing in an essential oil can cause pneumonia.

How are essential oils misused? When it comes to essential oils, there are two big mistakes people might make: They either overuse essential oils with their children or they apply them the wrong way. When essential oils are concerned, proper application and amount can make a life-or-death difference. Nutmeg oil, for example, tastes delicious in food but can cause hallucinations and even comas when mishandled, and eucalyptus oil, which can soothe a cough, can also cause seizures if ingested. Another example is sage oil; it has beneficial applications, but even small amounts can make a child very ill. How can you use oils safely? If you use essential oils or oil-based products, it’s vital that you follow the instructions that come with them and keep bottles of pure oil locked away from your kids and pets. When you’re using oils topically, dilute them with a barrier substance like a non-essential oil, lotion, or aloe jelly; and when you’re inhaling them, use a waterless or water-based diffuser. Finally, when in doubt, do your research! The American Botanical Council’s HerbalGram journal, AromaWeb.com, and >Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4

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