Texas Sedation Dental & Implant Center - May 2021

Texas Sedation Dental & Implant Center - May 2021

MAY 2021

LONGVIEW TYLER

444 Forest Square Suite E Longview, TX 75605

2124 South Donnybrooke Ave. Tyler, TX 75701

903-704-0154

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A TRULY IMPORTANT DAY

S omething I’ve noticed while working in dentistry over the years — and I know it’s true for other medical fields as well — is that when someone comes in for treatment, odds are pretty good there’s a mom behind that action somewhere. Moms Do a Lot — And We Love Them for It

An article I read recently said that throughout American history, even in the days before many women worked, it was women — specifically mothers — that controlled the purse strings in a household and made the decisions about

Moms are the ones who push us to get our cavities looked at. They’re the ones who say, “You know, that knee isn’t going to heal right by itself.” And when a kid falls from a tree, Mom’s the one reaching for the keys to the mom van, a class of vehicle that has delivered almost as many people to emergency rooms over the years as ambulances have! I have my own personal reasons for appreciating Mother’s Day, as do most folks. But I think that as a society, it’s really good to reflect on the larger role moms play and thank them for it.

how money should be spent. That’s a trend that continues today, and I can certainly attest that the moms I know are on top of their finances.

If I’mmaking moms sound like they’re just efficient or ruthlessly effective, it’s much more than

that because that ruthlessness is on behalf of their family — all of it is rooted, first and foremost, in love. There are a billion ways to be a mom, and each one is a little different, though they all come from love. From what I’ve seen, we’re a lucky society because that’s exactly what’s going on with the moms I know.

In our office, we see moms every day. Usually, they’re shepherding kids to and from appointments, always making sure to book the next cleaning or session before they leave. The moms we meet are on top of their insurance information, and we’re almost never the first or the last stop on their busy schedule for the day. I’m always impressed by the disciplined and locked-down scheduling abilities they have. And they also understand the benefits of taking proactive action; we don’t have to explain that it’s better and cheaper to do cleanings twice a year than it is to wait until a cavity appears or some other dental mishap occurs. It’s something that most moms grasp intuitively.

Really, what more is there to say than that? My heart goes out to each and every mom reading this. If you aren’t a mom, you probably know one who really takes the cake. It could be your own, or the next-door neighbor, or your friend’s mom growing up who always treated you like her own kid. It could be a spouse, a sister, or someone else entirely. Whoever it is, this year, I’d like to encourage everyone to do something small but nice for them. Mom’s work so hard and make society a better place, and we need to remember that this and every Mother’s Day.

-Dr. Travis Kendall

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GET FIT WITH YOUR FAMILY 5 Easy Ways to Get Everyone Moving

May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. As a parent, you probably know exercise is important for your children’s physical development. It helps build healthy bones, muscles, and joints and reduces the risk of developing diabetes and other diseases later in life. But did you know that physical activity also has many mental and behavioral health benefits? It’s been shown to improve children’s cognitive skills and concentration, boost their self-esteem, and reduce symptoms of stress, anxiety, and depression. One of the best ways to encourage healthy behaviors in your children is by modeling them yourself. Studies have found that more than 80% of adolescents and adults are not getting enough aerobic activity, showing that children often follow in their parents’ footsteps and that exercising together can benefit everyone.

You may be thinking it’s hard enough just to get yourself to the gym, but Stephen Virgilio, author of “Active Start for Healthy Kids,” encourages parents not to limit themselves to traditional forms of exercise. Instead, think of exercise more broadly as “leading an active lifestyle.” And remember that exercise can be fun and a great way to get in more family time.

3. Turn chores into games. Dirt has invaded from outer space and must be eliminated. Set the scene with your kids, grab your tools, and get to work removing the enemy while having fun. 4. Incorporate simple exercises into screen time . Start by making up fun names for exercises like situps or jumping jacks. Then, challenge each other to see who can do the most during your favorite show’s commercial breaks. 5. Get fit in the great outdoors. Cleaning up the yard, planting and maintaining a garden, or just running around outside are all great ways to get in more movement.

Here are five easy ways to incorporate more movement into your family’s day.

1. Create a walking ritual. Start walking around the neighborhood before or after dinner each night. Aim for a 20-minute stroll.

2. Have a dance party. Clear some space in the living room, make a

playlist with everyone’s favorite tunes, and boogie down for as long as you have the energy.

HOW DENTISTRY IS PART OF NATIONAL FITNESS AND SPORTS MONTH

This month, we celebrate National Fitness and Sports Month, as we do every May. It’s funny because people don’t really think about dentistry in regard to sports the same way they think about other aspects of medicine and health care. Sure, you might need a dentist if you’re a rugby player or catch a wild left jab in the boxing ring. But is dentistry really tied to sports and fitness in other ways?

To be honest, we’re not sure why people would ever think that dentistry isn’t tied to overall health and fitness. Often, when people buy health insurance, dental coverage is separate, and maybe that’s the source of the divide. But just like physical therapy, internal medicine, and every other branch of health care, dentistry is first and foremost concerned with the health of the human body. It’s just that teeth are so specialized and unique that you really need to study them, and them alone, to be capable of providing effective care. Fitness and Sports Month is a great idea across the board. We all know we could spend a little more time on our health, whether that’s going for a hike, flossing more regularly, or joining an intramural sports team. As physicians who are concerned with the human body and its health, we love to see people flossing. But we’d also love to see people be more active.

It will benefit their whole health, dental matters included.

Studies are now showing a link between poor dental hygiene and heart attacks; at the same time, some experts suspect that obesity is a risk factor for cavities and other dental problems. It’s not enough to just take care of one part of the body if we neglect the others — you can start lifting weights, but if you’re smoking a pack a day, your health would be far, far better if you just quit smoking instead.

Better yet, starting lifting weights and quit smoking!

This month, join us in pledging to be a bit more active than last month and to focus on the awesome sports and other fitness activities that help us achieve that goal. When we look at the body as a whole organism, we really benefit — from our teeth to our toes!

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NO MORE WAITING!

Inspired by 101Cookbooks.com EASY & HEALTHY GREEN RICE

This rice recipe is perfect for getting your kids to eat their greens without realizing it

INGREDIENTS

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1 cup tightly packed spinach leaves 1 cup tightly packed kale leaves, stems removed 1 1/2 cups vegetable stock

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1/2 cup yellow onions, finely diced

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1/2 cup green peppers, diced

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1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced

One thing we at Texas Sedation Dental & Implant Center strongly believe in is the value of investing in our people and our facility. Training, the right hiring practices, and new technology all allow us to fulfill our mission: providing the best, most comfortable dental care possible. To that end, one service we’re very proud to have is our CEREC technology at our Longview location. What does that mean, exactly? Well, for our patients, it really comes down to this: In Longview, we are able to provide high-quality, long-lasting crown restorations — and you don’t have to wait for them. In fact, most of the time, we can do it the same day you come in. If you’ve had crowns done before, you know it’s normally a two-visit process with weeks in between. But at Longview, the days of making dental impressions on a medium, sending them out to a third-party manufacturer, waiting on the permanent crown to be made, then receiving it back so that you can come in and have it placed in your mouth ... well, those days are over. With our CEREC technology, which has been a slow revolution in dentistry for the past several decades, we’re able to do that manufacturing in- office. Taking on that process ourselves ensures things happen quickly, affordably, and to a high standard of quality. It’s the best thing all around for our patients. In addition, CEREC scans your mouth using a camera instead of a bite-down impression, which is more comfortable and convenient, especially if you have an injured tooth. If you’re curious about the CEREC technology we use at the Longview location or any other cutting-edge technology we use, give us a call at 903-704-0154 for Longview or 903-251-2858 for Tyler. And if you’re dealing with the kind of pain and discomfort that usually requires a crown to fix, reach out immediately. We can help. At Our Longview Practice, We Do Same-Day Crowns

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2 tbsp full-fat coconut milk 1 tsp kosher salt

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1 cup long-grain white rice

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DIRECTIONS

1. In a blender, purée spinach and kale with vegetable stock, coconut milk, and salt. Set aside. 2. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, sauté onions and peppers in olive oil until soft. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes. 3. Stir in rice and cook and toast for 1–2 minutes before adding the blended mixture. Increase heat to bring to a boil. 4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until liquid has evaporated, 15–20 minutes. 5. Remove from heat and let sit for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.

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ATruly Important Day

5Ways to IncreaseYour Family’s Fitness

Dentistry and Fitness

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No MoreWaiting for Crowns in Longview!

Green Rice Recipe

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Does Float Therapy ReallyWork?

DOES FLOAT THERAPY REALLY WORK? Swim Into the Latest Holistic Health Trend

The tank is white, shiny, and oblong — just big enough for a human to lie down in. When you open it, eerie blue light pulses out along with steam from the water inside. A calm voice from over your shoulder tells you to step in. Would you do it? That image probably brings to mind an alien pod from an outer space movie, but it actually describes a real-life spa treatment here on Earth: float therapy. The concept of float therapy is as simple as it sounds. You step buck naked into a sensory deprivation tank filled with a foot of heavily salted water. Then you lie down, close your eyes, and someone else shuts the lid. You’re encased in complete womb-like silence and darkness. That’s when restricted environmental stimulation therapy (REST) can begin. Dr. John Lilly, a neuroscientist studying sensory deprivation, pioneered float therapy in 1954. Today, it’s gaining traction as a popular holistic health treatment, perfect for those who prefer to unwind in isolation. The health benefits supposedly include relaxation, pain reduction, creativity, and better sleep. John Lennon, Jeff Bridges, Elle Macpherson, and even Homer and Lisa Simpson are fans — but does hanging out in a tank really live up to the hype?

lower levels of cortisol, lower blood pressure), well-being, and performance.” The survey’s authors called float therapy a “useful stress management tool.”

More recently, a 2014 pilot study

with 65 participants found that those who enjoyed 12 float therapy sessions over seven weeks experienced significantly decreased

stress, depression, anxiety, and pain. They were also more optimistic and slept better than a control group of nonfloaters who had “no significant results” over seven weeks. That particular study relied on questionnaires, so it’s possible some of the benefits were due in part to a placebo effect. However, in the stressful times we’re living in, even imagined relief might be worth the $50–$100 it costs for a float session. To find a float therapy site near you and judge for yourself, visit FlotationLocations.com. LONGVIEW - 903-704-0154 | TYLER - 903-251-2858

In 2004, a survey of 27 studies published in the journal Psychology & Health found that “REST has positive effects on physiology (e.g.,

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