Roach Family Dentistry Summer 2019

Roach Family Dentistry Summer 2019

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Summer 2019

From Roach Family Dentistry & Associates

Along with the sunny weather of summer comes the heat. What have you been doing to stay cool? I hope some trips to the pool or beach are in your future! For my family, the last couple months have been quite adventurous thanks to some international trips. My daughter Mary Kate is currently in China where she’s studying abroad for the summer. While there, she’s interning with a financial company and honing her business and accounting skills to complement what she’s been studying in school. She’s also learning Chinese. One of her goals is to be fluent by the time she graduates. While Mary Kate is so far from home, we’ve still been fortunate to text her and speak with her over the phone. It was a pleasant surprise to find out we would still get to stay in touch and talk with her over the summer. Earlier this year, my wife, Linda, and my son, David, went to Honduras on a mission trip. This is something they do every year. I’ve gone with them a few times and have gotten to see the incredible connection they have to this place and the people who live there. Linda and David volunteer at a bilingual school, which also serves Plus, a New Treatment Option! as a home for girls ages 2–18. Many of these kids are from broken homes and adverse circumstances. Since they’ve been returning year after year, Linda and David often get to see the same students on their trips. They’ve bonded with many of them and built relationships that endure beyond their visits. It makes it a very rewarding experience. Now that he’s back, David is busy at his first summer job at Chick-fil-A. I’m glad he’s getting that experience. It’s almost like a rite of passage; isn’t it? He’s already received his first paycheck, and I know he’s excited to spend it. As for me, I’m enjoying working, learning, and, when I can, relaxing at home. Recently, Dr. Gropper and I attended a training and SUMMER ADVENTURES

Dr. Roach’s son, David, in Honduras

became certified to provide Botox treatments to patients. It’s been great to add this to our skill set. We can now do Botox treatments right in our office! The organic material from which Botox is derived has been used in medicine for over 100 years. In addition to helping soften and reduce wrinkles around the forehead and eyes, Botox has been shown to help treat some of the painful effects of temporomandibular disorder (TMD), including headaches. The clenching and grinding of the jaw muscles that’s associated with TMD can lead to jaw pain, soreness, and headaches, to name a few of the challenges TMD sufferers experience. Applied in very specific injections, Botox weakens the strength and activity of those overexerted muscles and, by doing that, reduces the activity of the muscles. That allows the overused area to rest and heal. For people experiencing jaw pain and headaches, Botox may be able to provide you relief. We’ve gotten good feedback from patients so far and are excited to offer this treatment to you. Let me or Dr. Gropper know if you have any questions. I’m happy to talk to you more about it, and you can read more about the benefits of Botox inside the newsletter.

Linda Roach in Honduras

I hope you have a wonderful rest of your summer! Stay cool out there!

Until next time,

–Dr. Roach

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Staying ‘Cool’ With Your Canine

Enjoy the Weather While Keeping Your Pup Comfortable

adventure, consider bringing a collapsible water bowl. If you are doing some backyard chilling, consider filling up a small wading pool with water for your pooch to splash or lounge in. SOME INVALUABLE INVENTIONS There are many contraptions to help you keep your canine cool in the summer heat. Booties to insulate their toes and protect their paw pads from the hot asphalt, cooling vests that reflect sunlight off darker fur, and pressure-activated cooling pads are just a few of the gizmos you can purchase to stave off those scorching temps. The Dog People, a website powered by Rover.com, also recommends making frozen “pupsicles,” a yogurt-based frozen treat that can satisfy doggy cravings while keeping them cool.

With all this late-summer sunshine, it’s the perfect time to take your dog out for some fun. And while spending time basking in nature’s beauty can be a great source of fun and exercise for you and your pets, it’s important to keep a careful watch on your dog’s core temperature to prevent heat exhaustion. There are several detectable signs of heat exhaustion that you can watch for, including abnormal lethargy, vomiting, or a brightly colored blue or red tongue. Here are some tips to keep your canine cool this summer. WATER IN ALL ITS FORMS While certain dog breeds thrive in hotter climates, all pups need a little extra care when it comes to staying hydrated during the summer. For starters, always make sure they have ready access to drinkable water. If you are going on an

The Benefits of Botox

RELIEVING JAW PAIN More recently, the benefits of Botox have been applied for pain relief. For those who experience jaw pain and other symptoms of temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD), Botox may be able to help. By weakening the overused jaw muscles, Botox injections give the overextended area a chance to rest and heal. EASING HEADACHES For headache sufferers, whether the pain is TMD-related or results from migraines triggered by other factors, Botox may be able to serve some relief. Headaches fail to be well-understood by science, and those who suffer from them know all too well the frustration of cycling through one failed remedy after another. Research has shown that regular Botox injections can be effective treatments for headache sufferers. As dentists, we are uniquely qualified to perform Botox injections due to the specific attention we pay to the aches and pains of the head. While there are other places to go for these treatments, most Botox clinics approach the issue from a cosmetic perspective, not a medical one. Not only do these practitioners usually have less training, but they will likely not be well-versed in pain prevention the way our experienced dentists and staff are. Did you know David Roach Family Dentistry now offers Botox? That’s right! Dr. Roach and Dr. Gropper recently earned their certifications so that our patients can enjoy all the benefits of Botox. Whether you’re interested in the medical or cosmetic benefits — or both — we can help. Give our office a call to schedule an appointment!

While most of us are aware of the cosmetic function of Botox, it’s also been shown to be effective in treating pain related to bruxism (clenching of the teeth), migraines, and cramping of the neck, head, and face. Because of this, medical practitioners like dentists are becoming trained in Botox application. Here are three reasons dentists may turn to this treatment option for patients. TACKLING UNWANTED WRINKLES Botox has long been used to combat some of the signs of aging, like wrinkles on the forehead, crow’s feet, and smile lines. Precise, targeted injections of Botox administered by a trained professional can deliver youthful results.

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TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE While fun water toys and helpful

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cooling inventions are great, the best thing you can do to keep your dog cool is be careful about when you decide to go outside. Taking your pup out in the early morning or later in the evening, when the sun isn’t at its highest point in the sky, will help keep them cooler in the long run. Additionally, keep in mind that some breeds deal with the heat better than others. If you’re unsure, do a little research to determine your dog’s susceptibility to heat exhaustion. Just because the heat is sizzling doesn’t mean your dog should be! Keep these tips in mind before taking your canine out in the summer sun. They will thank you for it!

To Our Patients,

We appreciate your business, and we’re always looking for ways to better serve you. That is why we are working with TekCollect’s Audit Department, a product that is used nationwide, to assist in the management of accounts receivable. We are working with them to optimize our billing process and enhance our customer communications. TekCollect’s Audit Department reviews our accounts regularly to identify balances beyond the 20-day payment terms. If there is an outstanding balance on your account, the Audit Department will send you a balance verification notice. The purpose of this letter is to verify that the balance is accurate and provide a courteous reminder of the amount due. It also enables us to identify and correct any errors to ensure that your account is up to date and your service is not interrupted. If you receive a balance verification notice, please call Roach Family Dentistry at 615-383-7801, so we may review your balance, make payment arrangements, and update your account status promptly. Thank you for your cooperation and for helping us continue to expand and enhance our service to you.

Sincerely,

–Dr. Roach

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You’re Getting Very Sleepy ... ESTABLISHING A BEDTIME ROUTINE FOR THE SCHOOL YEAR

MAKE IT EASY Though the days may be getting shorter, it’s still relatively light out at night, making it nearly impossible for your kids to doze off when they should. Sleep experts recommend creating a sleeping space that mimics a cave: dark, cool, and quiet. This means sunlight shouldn’t sneak into the room, and the home should be a quiet zone after bedtime. No one wants to sleep while everyone else is having fun, so it’s important that everyone in the home is quiet at bedtime. JUST RELAX This is a rule your family should follow year-round, not just when you want to reestablish a routine. At a certain time each night, begin the nightly wind-down. For example, at 8 p.m. shut off your screens, put on pajamas, and engage in a relaxing activity, like reading a book or doing some yoga. Signaling to your body and your family that it’s time for bed will help your kiddos, and you, fall asleep at an appropriate time.

Between vacations, bonfires, and sporting tournaments, your children’s sleep schedule probably went on break when they did this summer. With school fast approaching, it’s vital to get your kids back on a proper sleep schedule. In fact, according to the National Sleep Foundation, getting enough sleep can significantly improve a child’s growth and cognitive function. But getting a restful night’s sleep is easier said than done when kids have had almost complete freedom for three months. Try these tips to get your kids snoozing through August and prepared for school. START EARLY AND GO SLOWLY When practicing this tip, think of the old adage: “It takes 21 days to break a habit.” If your kids have been going to bed late this summer, set a time when they must go to bed, but don’t make it too far off the time they have been regularly hitting the hay. If they shuffle off to bed around 10 p.m., push their bedtime to 9:45 p.m., and then push it back to 9:30 p.m. one week later. Slowly work your way back to an appropriate time, and bedtime will be easier when school starts.

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