Signature Smiles - December 2021

Signature Smiles - December 2021

4,212 Lives Changed Through Sedation 1,541 5-Star Reviews, and Counting 86 Years of Combined Experience DECEMBER 2021

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Wishing you a happy holiday from our family to yours!

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Why Does Your Stomach Hurt While Traveling? QUICK GUT HEALTH TIPS FOR TRAVELERS

Picture this: You’re flying for a holiday reunion with your family. By the time you leave the airport after arriving at your destination, your stomach is already doing flips, and you haven’t even dug into your favorite family dishes yet.

Also, even if you wake up at 4 a.m. for your first flight, don’t gulp down coffee all morning. Overconsumption of beverages with lots of sugar, caffeine, or alcohol can irritate your gastrointestinal system, especially if you already have a sensitive stomach. Instead, drink plenty of water, which can also help alleviate the risk of constipation. If that’s your main concern, keep in mind that Dr. Ravella says a lack of fiber is the main reason for constipation while traveling. An easy way to avoid this is to eat whole-plant foods, even at restaurants. FOLLOW THESE TIPS WHEN YOU NEED HELP FAST. Dr. Ravella says that over-the-counter medications, such as antacids, can help your heartburn. If you struggle with mild traveler’s diarrhea, try to keep bismuth subsalicylate (Pepto-Bismol) and loperamide (Imodium) in your carry-on, ready at all times. If your symptoms worsen into fever, bloody diarrhea, bloody vomiting, or severe abdominal pain, see a health care provider right away. Lastly, if you really want to be comfortable while traveling, it might be worth trying a magnesium (magnesium bisglycinate chelate) supplement, which has been shown to improve jet lag and promote relaxation and sleep while traveling. Best of luck! Many dental patients ask why they might need a deep-cleaning. At our office, we often say a deep-cleaning is “gum infection therapy.” This cleaning addresses periodontal disease, an infection surrounding the gums and the bone that support the teeth. Without treatment, you could risk losing your teeth earlier in life. Some patients ask, “Can I just treat it with a regular cleaning?” The answer is no. The gum infection therapy deep-cleaning is not the same as a regular dental cleaning. Gum infection therapy is a dental procedure aimed at treating the gum disease, while a routine teeth cleaning is a procedure to prevent it. Gum infection therapy requires local anesthetic, a longer appointment time, and a very thorough removal of bacteria and tartar accumulation not only above or at the gumline but also under the gumline (roots of the teeth). Lasers can also be used to remove damaged tissues and promote new, healthy cell growth. WHY DO I NEED A DEEP-CLEANING?

If this situation sounds familiar, here’s how you can keep your gut

healthy, no matter where you are this winter.

TRAVELING IS STRESSFUL — EVEN FOR YOUR GUT. Dr. Shilpa Ravella, a gastroenterologist at NewYork-Presbyterian and Columbia University Medical Center, told Healthline, “Travel can be a hectic time … You may be eating out more and eating new foods in new locations, including more processed foods, and it’s easy to overeat in this setting, placing more stress on your digestive system than at home.” The best solution is to take things slow to avoid overeating. Not only does overeating stretch your stomach, but also “research has found that people who overeat are 10 times more likely to need emergency medical attention for food obstruction,” Dr. Ravella says.

Does this sound scary? We offer all types of sedation for this procedure and will make sure you are nice and comfortable. Don’t risk losing your teeth due to this infection! If you experience bleeding gums and bad breath, please give us a call. Our amazing and gentle hygienists are here to help you!

–Tiffany Crocker, RDH

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Breed: Persian Favorite Toy: Any mouse Favorite Treat: People food or cat treats Greyson is an APL rescue that was feral. With love and attention, he is a loving, normal, holy terror member of the family. He has three brothers who wish he would sleep a little more. He loves watching the birds in the small bird feeder we have attached to the side window. Want your pet featured in our newsletter? Send your pet’s fun facts and pictures to [email protected] and maybe you’ll see them in an upcoming edition! PET OF THE MONTH Meet our awesome patient Mary Jane H.’s cat Greyson! Greyson

Crispy Fish With Brown Butter Sauce Inspired by BonAppetit.com

OUR PATIENTS SAY IT BEST

INGREDIENTS • 1 tbsp olive oil • 4 5-oz Chilean sea bass or salmon fillets, skin-on • Salt and pepper, to taste • 6 tbsp unsalted butter, cut into pieces

• 1/2 cup blanched hazelnuts, chopped • 2 tsp lemon juice • Lemon wedges, for garnish

DIRECTIONS 1. In an unheated skillet, add oil. Season fish with salt and pepper, then add to skillet (skin-down). 2. Heat the skillet to medium and cook for 4 minutes. With a spatula, press each fillet down, rotating between fillets every few seconds. When the skin begins to crisp, stop pressing and cook 8–10 minutes, then flip and cook for another minute. Remove the fish. 3. Wipe the skillet clean and return to medium heat. Add the butter and hazelnuts. Heat, swirling continuously, until butter foams and browns. Remove from heat. 4. Stir in lemon juice and season to taste. Pour over fish, garnish, and serve with salad.

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Happy Holidays From Signature Smiles!

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Worried About Your Gut Health While Traveling?

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Why Do I Need a Deep-Cleaning?

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Pet of the Month: Greyson

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Crispy Fish With Brown Butter Sauce

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Facial Massage for Beginners

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PREPARE YOUR SKIN. Before beginning your massage, make sure to wash your face and remove any makeup. You don’t want to rub dirt or debris into your skin. Next, choose a massaging agent, such as a gentle facial oil, serum, or moisturizer. KNOW THE RULES. When giving yourself a facial massage, there are a few no-nos. First of all, you should never massage over a breakout because bacteria can spread on your skin quickly. When massaging, ensure you are moving your skin but not stretching it. Lastly, always work against gravity and rub your skin upward, never downward. GET DOWN TO BUSINESS. There are countless ways to massage your face. You can try rubbing your middle and ring fingers in circular motions, dragging and pressing your knuckles into your face, gently pinching your skin between two fingers, or tapping your fingers in “piano key” type motions. You can also try a face roller or a flat gua sha tool. As long as you’re not leaving marks on your face, experiment and see what feels good. With these tips, you can be on your way to a more relaxed and healthy face. Give facial massage a try today — the only thing you have to lose is stress.

Our faces are filled with muscles that we use every day to talk, eat, express our emotions, and more. It makes sense that these facial muscles could benefit from some relaxation and loosening up. Getting a facial massage may seem silly the first time you try it, but this practice has some surprising benefits. Facial massage is common in many skin care routines throughout the world but not used by most Americans. In addition to reducing stress, facial massage can make your skin look better by improving elasticity, relaxing wrinkles, preventing acne, and stimulating collagen production. It can also help with sinus and jaw pain.

So, how can you get these benefits without hiring a professional? We have some tips.

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