Sabal General Dentistry Harlingen November 2018

Sabal General Dentistry Harlingen November 2018

November 2018

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Thanksgiving is a holiday I never miss. No matter where I am or how far I have to travel, I am always with my family on Thanksgiving. It’s my favorite holiday for so many reasons. When I was growing up, my mom would wake up early to say a prayer over the turkey. Then she got the family up so we could go to Mass and get the wine and bread blessed. After we returned home, everyone in the family helped make the feast. While my mom worked on the turkey, the rest of us were responsible for making the sides. Every year, my brother made mashed potatoes, my sister made broccoli casserole, and I made my favorite

“It’s a nice long weekend to spend with the people you love, eating great food and watching hours of ‘The Twilight Zone’ — or is that last one just my family?”

I love Thanksgiving because it really is a time for family. It’s a nice long weekend to spend with the people you love, eating great food and watching hours of “The Twilight Zone” — or is that last one just my family? In addition to binge-watching old-school science fiction, I also appreciate the time we have to reflect on all our blessings. This past year has brought a lot of change into my life, and I have so much to be thankful for. I am thankful I met Dr. Drake and made the move to Harlingen. This community has been so welcoming and wonderful, and all the people at Sabal Dentistry — the team and the patients alike — are awesome. I am also thankful that, even after the move, I am still able to visit my family often, and they’re all healthy and happy. This has been a truly great year, and I am excited to go into the holiday season with all of you. I want to wish a big thank-you to everyone at the office and in the community who has helped make this year so good. May you enjoy a wonderful holiday with your loved ones, eating great food in the fifth dimension. Dr. Diana Cabrera Happy Thanksgiving! –

side: candied yams. It took a little while to make everything because the turkey was big, and only one side could fit in the oven at a time while it was roasting. We didn’t mind the wait, though, because one of the television stations aired an all-day marathon of “The Twilight Zone,” and we would watch that between all the cooking and eating. Many of these traditions continue to this day. I still make candied yams, and we still spend all day watching “The Twilight Zone,” but there are a lot of new traditions we enjoy now, too. I try to get a head start on my holiday shopping, though I usually take advantage of Cyber Monday more than Black Friday. That said, I do end up at the mall the weekend after Thanksgiving so my daughter can take pictures with Santa. I do this early so I can mail Christmas cards to all our family who live out of town. My daughter is only 3, and so far, she’s cried every year when they put her in Santa’s lap. I always hope the pictures will turn out better, so fingers crossed that this will be our year!

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Thanksgiving Prep for the Whole Family

Thanksgiving is more than just a feast; it’s about coming

the stove while an adult checks on the football game. Roll Out the Decorations

together as a family and being thankful for one another. So why wait to get into the spirit until everyone is seated at the table? Here are a few ways you can make the

Still not talking about bread. Not everything in Thanksgiving preparation needs to be tied to the kitchen. Creative family members of all ages can work together to bring some seasonal flare to the dining room. Maybe this means picking up some Thanksgiving coloring books, or perhaps the family can venture outdoors to collect autumn trimmings for crafts. It’s a great way to let each family member put their own Finally. While an adult should be the one to put these delicious baked goods in the oven, the whole family can help shape the dough. In fact, Care.com recommends making this a contest. Set aside a time when everyone can vie for the title of Fastest Roll Maker, and you’ll have plenty of warm, flaky, delicious treats come dinnertime. personal spin on the holiday! Have a ‘Roller Derby’ Letting everyone play a part may take a little more planning and add slightly more chaos to your Thanksgiving preparations. But it’s sure to produce a lot of great memories and bonding moments among your loved ones. And by the time you sit down to eat, you’ll all have something to be thankful for right in front of you — Those. Delicious. Rolls.

actual preparation of Thanksgiving dinner fun and engaging for the whole family!

Give Everyone a Role No, not those rolls — yet. Making the feast a family project can turn the day from a hectic list of chores into a magical bonding experience. It’s important to match

each family member to a job that best fits their abilities. Young children can mash potatoes or rinse ingredients in the sink. Older kids can take on more responsibility, like measuring ingredients, keeping an eye on timers, and setting the table. Teens and young adults can supervise their younger siblings and cousins in these important tasks and may be called upon to stir what’s on

Our Patients Say It Best ............................... “I had not yet found a dentist, just recently moving to the area, and I needed to see one quick. Sabal was able to get me in AND gave me the best “Excellent customer service! The hygienist and dentist were very detailed in what was explained to me about my teeth. I even learned new things about oral health.

service I have ever received in a dentist office. The entire staff was helpful, kind, and communicative. For being a last-minute add-on, I never once felt second-best. They are amazing and this office is now my dentist office. I recommend them HIGHLY. Thanks, Sabal! Good experience.” –Linda H.

“The billing department lady was very nice as well. They were not trying to get me to pay for extra care. “I’m very pleased and happy that I chose Sabal Dental. I’m definitely going to tell all my friends and family to go here.

“Thank you, Sabal!” –Anonymous

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workforce is expected to be women. Over the last 40

THE RISE OF FEMALE DENTISTS 2018 Is ‘The Year of Women’

years, female dentists have striven to reduce the gender gap in the dental industry. They fought for their educational rights and positions, but they are still fighting to earn equal wages.

CNN recently dubbed 2018 “The Year of Women.” Between the millions of supporters who joined the Women’s March, the survivors who bravely came forward with their stories of sexual harassment, and the participants who typed “#MeToo” on their social media posts, it’s clear that women don’t want to stand on the sidelines anymore. In the world of dentistry, their roles have become even more eminent. Modern female dentists tell stories regarding their experiences starting out in the field. Many say that in the late 1970s, patients often claimed that they didn’t realize a woman could even be a dentist. In fact, Dr. Seldin of California explains that in her first year of dental school, her class was only 20 percent women, and that was considered very high. Dr. Seldin’s personal experience represents the gendered trends that took place throughout the country. In 1982, women made up only 3 percent of practicing dentists in America. As time has passed, women have become more common in the profession — so much so that in 2014, women represented 47 percent of students enrolled in dental programs, and by 2020, 30 percent of the dental

In 1990, male dentists made almost twice as much as female dentists, earning, on

average, $143,874 — while women brought home $65,744. In subsequent decades, the difference in gender pay has decreased but still hasn’t stabilized. In 2010, male dentists earned about $185,200, while female dentists earned about $120,475. That being said, the wage gap continues to shrink as more women establish themselves in the field. Having more female dentists, clinic owners, and professors will help eliminate the idea that a successful woman in these positions is some kind of exception to a perceived gender rule. To see continued growth, the dental industry should hope that future female employees are just as enterprising as their predecessors.

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Spicy, Creamy Sweet Potatoes

Sweet potatoes are a Thanksgiving staple, but they’re often the blandest thing on the table. Luckily that’s not the case with this recipe, which features Thai spices and coconut milk.

Ingredients • 5 pounds sweet potatoes • 1 cup canned coconut milk • 1 tablespoon Thai red curry paste

• 1/2 cup dark brown sugar • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter • 1 tablespoon kosher salt

Directions 1. Heat oven to 375 F. On a large sheet pan, bake potatoes until very soft, approximately 75 minutes. 2. Let potatoes cool until they are safe to handle, then peel and mash. 3. In a small saucepan over low heat, combine coconut milk and curry paste. Once mixed, add the mixture, salt, half the sugar, and half the butter to potatoes. 4. 30 minutes before serving, heat oven to 425 F. Spread potatoes in a baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for 20 minutes. 5. Uncover potatoes and dot with remaining butter and sugar. Broil until brown, crusty, and delicious. Serve hot.

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Inside This Issue

What Do You Watch on Thanksgiving? Page 1 Let Kids Play a Role This Thanksgiving Page 2 Our Patients Say It Best Page 2 The Rise of Female Dentists Page 3 Spicy, Creamy Sweet Potatoes Page 3 What to Talk About This Thanksgiving Page 4

Dodging Thanksgiving Awkwardness Conversations Appropriate for the Dinner Table

3. Dad did what as a kid? Getting to know your relatives, friends, and significant others better will only strengthen those bonds. You’ll likely hear some interesting stories you can share with others and forge a stronger connection with your relatives. 4. Stupid human tricks, anyone?

Thanksgiving conversation is often a minefield of topics: political divides, your English degree, and Aunt Marjory’s insistence that you meet her neighbor’s cousin’s dog walker’s uncle’s son who’s a fantastic up-and-coming podiatrist. Between constantly passing the potatoes and dodging your relatives’ questions, Thanksgiving can be an exhausting holiday. But it’s a day to be grateful for what and whom you have in your life, so why do so many people leave their annual gatherings feeling overwhelmed and misunderstood? This year, when the conversation begins steering in an awkward direction, try these conversation starters for a more relaxing and fulfilling holiday. 1. What’s your pet been up to? Maybe Fluffy learned a new trick or Oscar is undergoing some intensive grooming next week. Whatever the case may be, people love to talk about their pets. 2. What Thanksgiving dish can you not live without? Without going culinary critic on your grandma’s meal, gush about your favorite dish. Just like with pets, people love discussing foods and recipes. You may start a fun debate or a recipe swap with this question.

Let’s see those double joints! This one might not be for the squeamish at the dinner table, but it’s a fun, goofy activity that’s best shared over a glass of after-dinner wine. 5. How about we get coffee? Sometimes part of the stress of answering your relatives’ questions stems from holiday pressures. It may force you to address your bank account, love life, and general life choices. If you really do want to talk about your job or your love life with relatives, suggest meeting up again without the holiday atmosphere. While you’re all in one place trying to enjoy a piece of pie, plan a family winery tour, beach day, or camping trip. Family situations will always be a little stressful, but without the pressure of the holidays, you might feel more relaxed.

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