J. Sabo August 2019

J. Sabo August 2019

Highland Springs HERALD

August 2019

701 Highland Springs Avenue, Suite 12 Beaumont, CA 92223 www.tmjandsleepapnea.com babylaser.com 951.769.1616

The Mentors Who Have Shaped Me Community Support

I ’ve always been dedicated to learning from my peers. Thankfully, the dental community is welcoming and engaging. Each year, I spend over 100 hours learning and networking at conferences, events, and gatherings. These are great opportunities to build my care team and network! I’m forever indebted to the peers I collaborate with, but I have been fortunate enough to be taken under the wing of some highly-respected professionals. I first met Jamison Spencer at the California Dentistry Association Conference in 2013. He was a dynamic and engaging speaker! His presentation focused on how he centered his practice on treating patients for sleep and temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD). I was drawn to the whole-person discipline Jamison was part of, and I knew that I wanted to integrate this whole-person care into my own practice. expertise to those who wanted to learn more and wasn’t expecting anything in return. I emailed him shortly after his presentation, outlining my goals and the courses I wanted to take. Within 24 hours, I received a thoughtful, thorough response from Jamison! He’s a dental celebrity, and the way he responded within that short period of time blew me away. Jamison lit the sleep-disordered breathing and TMD spark within me, and it was Mayoor Patel and Terry Bennett who played the role of my big brothers while I was doe-eyed and drinking from the fire hose. In the beginning of my TMJ and sleep educational journey, I would attend conferences and classes alone. Many professionals will bring their spouses with them, but since my husband and I had a young family, he stayed home with the kids. I quickly discovered that I was not alone; I was in a new community of peers. Terry and At the end of his presentation, Jamison gave attendees his email address. He was genuinely offering his

“Jamison lit the sleep- disordered breathing and TMD spark within me, and it was Mayoor Patel and Terry Bennett who played the role of my big brothers while I was doe-eyed and drinking from the fire hose.”

Mayoor took me under their wings and invited me to join their families at dinners and after-conference functions. I was fortunate enough to learn from them during numerous residencies and courses, including a dental sleep medicine residency in La Jolla, California, and a craniofacial pain residency in Dallas, Texas. They continue to mentor me professionally, and I am blessed to call them friends. Today, my journey has come full circle, as I’m part of Jamison Spencer’s study club and Spencer Study Club Business Elite group. These programs embody the goals and philosophies I hold dear and have taught me the vital importance of partnering with my medical colleagues and fellow dentists to responsibly improve the lives of our patients. Together we can change the quality of people’s lives. The sleep-disordered breathing and TMJ world has grown tremendously since I first joined. I feel incredibly blessed to call some of the industry’s pioneers my mentors. They shaped this field, and our industry is so lucky to have professionals who are willing to share their expertise. As the field continues to develop, I’m excited to play a role in advancing our patient’s interdisciplinary treatment options and access to care.

God bless,

–Dr. Jessica Sabo

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Dog Movies for Dog Days

Beat the Heat With a Canine Movie Marathon

Josh Framm feels depressed and distant from his family. Enter a stray golden retriever named Buddy, who teaches Josh how to open his heart again. The two bond and learn lessons in overcoming loss, fighting for what you love, and, yes, playing basketball. “Air Bud” spawned a number of sequels and spin-off movies, but this first film is a true classic. ‘Lady and the Tramp’ “Lady and the Tramp” is the classic story of two dogs who come from different worlds: the refined, loyal Lady and the rogue with a heart of gold, Tramp. This movie has music, laughs, and a spaghetti scene that rivals the balcony monologues from “Romeo and Juliet.” One of the few animated Disney classics about animals that won’t have you in tears, this is a movie the whole family can enjoy together. ‘Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey’ Looking for a bit more action in your animal movies? “Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey” delivers! After three beloved pets are left behind when their family goes on vacation, they trek across the Sierra Nevada wilderness to be reunited with the humans they love. Their adventure has thrills, close calls, and a heartwarming ending that will make you want to hug your pets close.

We’re well into the dog days of summer, the hottest, most humid days of the year. These weeks have nothing to do with real dogs; they were nicknamed after the “dog star” Sirius by the Greeks to reflect the hottest time of the year following the star’s

heliacal rise. Still, it’s a pretty good excuse to escape the heat with a dog movie marathon. Here are the films we recommend.

‘Air Bud’ Most people remember “Air

Bud” for the wild loophole, “Ain’t no rule says a dog can’t play basketball,” but this movie is about much more than a dog playing ball. After the death of his father, 12-year-old

When it’s too hot to go outside, make some popcorn and enjoy these great movies with your family. Don’t worry, none of the dogs die at the end.

Copyright © 1997 by Buena Vista Pictures

Get Fit for a Custom Mouthguard in Time for Fall Athletics Protecting Your Smile

Your teeth are small but mighty, but they do not have the ability to regenerate after an injury. The lips, cheeks, and soft tissues in the mouth can miraculously rebuild themselves, but any damage teeth sustain is a lifelong condition. This is why preventing tooth injuries can be key to overall health and well-being. Because teeth are so fragile, athletes of any age are at an increased risk for persisting conditions brought on by injuries to the mouth and jaw. The physical demands of sports — even in seemingly noncontact sports — include the risk that an elbow or ball could be thrown in the wrong direction and hit the teeth or jaw. This leaves an athlete’s mouth susceptible to tooth loss, chipping, and dislocation of the jaw joint, which can affect their diet, confidence, and overall health. In addition to the obvious and lasting damage injuries can have on teeth, an athlete’s jaw integrity is at risk, too. The jaw can be knocked out of place or broken. The dislocation of the joint’s disc can have long-term damage, such as popping/clicking. This painful condition

influences many components of a patient’s well-being, including their diet, neck and shoulder pain, and ear, nose, and throat function. Thankfully, mouthguards may prevent these hits from leaving lasting damage. Custom-made mouthguards add an extra layer of protection to teeth by fitting precisely to an athlete’s bite.

At Dr. Jessica Sabo’s dental practice, our experts can fit athletes for mouthguards. The process begins by taking an impression of the patient’s teeth. Patients can choose from a variety of colors to match their personality or team colors. Then our team works with a lab to generate the mouthguard based on the patient’s choices and mouth impressions. Within a matter of weeks, an athlete’s smile is protected with a custom-fitted mouthguard! Your little athlete’s teeth deserve the ultimate protection so they can focus on their sport while you focus on being their biggest cheerleader. Protect your kid’s smile with a mouthguard consultation at Dr. Sabo’s office by calling 951.769.1616.

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The Best Fruits and Vegetables for Your Smile

Summer may be ending, but another exciting season is just beginning: harvest season! Your garden and store shelves are packed with in-season produce, each one offering their own benefits for your health. Check out which crops are best for your oral health below! An Apple a Day Not all fruits are created equal when it comes to tooth health. Raw apples, which usually have a higher pH than citrus fruits, are a great option because the flesh may help to brush away plaque as you chew. And because of the crunch, apples stimulate the production of saliva, which serves to disrupt the bad bacteria that settle on the teeth. Don’t Sneak These Foods Into the Movies Much like apples, crunchy fruits and vegetables are going to work wonders for your chompers. Consuming raw produce, like carrots, celery, and snap peas, will not only clean your gums and teeth as you eat, but much like apples, they also stimulate vital saliva production. These hard foods help to stimulate the bone growth of your kids dental arches as well! Eat raw, crunchy fruits and vegetables after meals to brush away the gunk your food left behind. ( Note : If your mouth hurts when you eat these foods, stop! This could be a sign of a larger issue — like a gum infection or a joint disorder — and your dentist can diagnosis the cause of this pain. In the meantime, stick to softer foods. See below!) Peter Rabbit’s Diet Leafy greens like kale, spinach, Swiss chard, and lettuce may not be the most flavorful foods in your garden, but their composition packs a nutrient-dense punch. Generally, foods with deep, rich colors have a multitude of nutrients. In particular, green vegetables contain high amounts of vitamin A, vitamin C, and calcium. All of these can be beneficial for your oral health. Your teeth are powerful, but the foods you eat can either damage or strengthen them. Dr. Jessica Sabo and her dental team can share additional tips and answer any questions you and your family may have about your diet and oral health. Schedule an appointment by calling 951.769.1616.

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Inside This Issue Dr. Sabo Honors Her Mentors

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How Goat Yoga Helps You Get in Shape

Yoga With … Goats?! This Year’s Strangest Fitness Trend

For those who may be looking for a hidden or reasonable meaning behind the term “goat yoga,” you’re out of luck because it’s exactly what it sounds like. In this age of kale smoothies and paleolithic diets, there are few things people won’t try to get in shape. Luckily, as with most fads, there aren’t many downsides to thinking outside the box with your fitness. With a million different ways to stay healthy in this world, doing yoga alongside a tribe of goats may not be so strange after all. At face value, including farm animals in your therapeutic workout routine seems counterintuitive, but it’s intended to be quite the opposite. With this type of yoga, goats will wander around your mat and even take the time to climb on your back or lick your feet while you’re in downward dog. Don’t panic though! That’s all part of the process. These interactions are meant to keep you focused, grounded, and connected with both yourself and the nature around you. If you’re looking for a speedy workout, this may not be for you, but if you’re looking for an afternoon you won’t soon forget, you’ll have to find the nearest goat specialist.

Everyone who participates in one of these classes ultimately walks away with something a little different. Some shared results are usually reduced stress and anxiety, pain relief, a boost in happiness, and mental clarity. While we’re starting to hear more about it this year, goat yoga actually sprang up in 2016 and has grown into chapters all around the world, capturing the hearts of everyone, even including some big-name celebrities. Advocates for goat yoga continue to rave that there is no better distraction from the perils of work stress, sickness, depression, and political strife than their sacred farmland pastime.

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