Westchester Oral Surgery May 2019

Westchester Oral Surgery May 2019

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Celebrating the Greatest Place on Earth NEW YORK, NEW YORK A fter a winter that felt like it would go on forever,

THERE’S SO MUCH TO SAY ABOUT THE CITY. “

it’s great to finally be at the start of summer. I’m looking forward to taking advantage of the school break and going on a much-needed vacation with my family. However, instead of talking about vacations in far-away places, this month, I’d like to share some stories about my home.

I’ve lived in New York my entire life. I grew up on Long Island, just a jump away from New York City. When I was young, there’s nothing I loved more than visiting Chinatown and Little Italy. As a kid, walking those streets felt like I had been transported to another country. It was something of a dream come true when my wife and I moved to NYC shortly after getting married. There’s so much to say about the city. One article can’t cover it all. Even a trip to The Metropolitan Museum of Art would need a nine-part series to properly explore the 5,000 years of art history. In all the years my family lived in the city, I doubt we did half of the amazing things NYC has to offer. It’s all pretty great. There’s nothing like spending a weekend relaxing in Central Park, surrounded by trees, just eating and people-watching. It’s fantastic! But when it comes to New York, even just walking the streets and seeing the city move around you is a worthwhile experience. If I only had one more day to spend in NYC, I’d spend it eating great food and walking these amazing streets. When I think about what makes New York truly special, I’m reminded of the horrific events of 9/11. I was living in the city at the time. After something like that, the world changes forever. You can’t help but think things will never recover. But then you look around

and see people coming together. The compassion, kindness, and pride of New Yorkers after that event was really inspiring. We have amazing sights, rich history, and the best pizza, but it’s the people who make New York City the greatest in the world. I haven’t lived in NYC for a while now. After residency, I got a job in Westchester, and my family moved there. There was a time when I had my heart set on opening a practice in the Big Apple. Today, Dr. Graffeo and I have two practices, one in Westchester and one in Stamford, Connecticut. It’s a great fit, and I’m proud of what we’ve been able to build over the last few years. I can talk about the joys of NYC all day long, but after living in Westchester and working in Connecticut, I’ll admit they do have some things you don’t find in the city.

That said, I’ll always be a New Yorker at heart, and I wouldn’t want to call anywhere else home.

–Dr. Harrison Linsky

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The Curse of the Ungrateful Employee WhyYou’re Experiencing Churn Instead of Gratitude

Prioritize Respect Respect is one of the top three things employees look for in the workplace. In fact, a 2012 survey of social workers found that a lack of respect is a large contributing factor of voluntary turnover. Paul Marciano, organizational psychologist and author of “Carrots and Sticks Don’t Work,” outlines a few critical ways managers can show respect.

No matter how much someone loves their job, at the end of the day, most people come to work to get a paycheck. But providing steady income to your employees doesn’t mean they will automatically feel appreciated and stick around, and it shouldn’t! If you’re struggling with employee churn and an unhappy workplace, it’s time to look at how you can create a culture of gratitude. Be a Leader If you want to cultivate a culture of gratitude, you need to lead the charge. This doesn’t have to be a big production; a quick, genuine “thank you” when you’re passing through the break room can go a long way. A study from the University of Pennsylvania found that when leaders expressed gratitude to their employees, those employees were 50 percent more successful. Plus, employees that feel afraid to make their dental appointments. Some struggle with unpleasant childhood experiences, while others can’t drive past a dental office without thinking of the sadistic Dr. Scrivello from “Little Shop of Horrors.” Thankfully, most of the old tools that made dentistry so unnerving are things of the past, so dental physicians can more easily help their patients feel relaxed. Just imagine how hard it would be to convince nervous patients to climb into the chair if any of these tools were still in the office. Tongue Écraseur (1850s) In the 19th century, surgeons believed the best way to prevent diseases in the tongue from spreading was to remove part of the tongue. The tongue écraseur, invented by surgeon William Harrison Cripps, was the quickest and most effective method for treating certain diseases, like cancer, at the time. As you might guess, it was also incredibly painful.

appreciated tend to have a higher degree of job satisfaction, which is crucial for longevity. Keep Compensation and Benefits Current Offering good benefits shows employees you’re invested in their overall health and futures. If you find yourself losing good employees to your competition, it might be time to look at what they offer that you don’t. Are you paying employees a fair wage for their work — or better? Do the benefits go beyond the legally required minimum? Are they the kinds of benefits your employees actually want and need? Having a reputation for offering the best benefits in your area will attract quality employees and make your current employees feel valued, keeping them from seeking greener pastures.

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● Equip employees with the tools they need to be successful.

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● Set clear expectations and hold employees accountable.

• ● Practice thoughtfulness, empathy, and kindness. ● Trust in your employees’ abilities — don’t micromanage. Employee happiness doesn’t have to come at the cost of company profit — just look at Salesforce! This global CRM leader was voted the No. 1 spot on Forbes “100 Best Companies to Work For” list in 2018. More often than not, happiness translates to overall success. Look around and see how you can start building a culture of gratitude and happiness at your own company. ! •

History’s Most Frightening Dental Tools PASS THE DENTAL PELICAN I t’s not uncommon for patients to be

show that even when used well, side effects of the dental pelican included gum lacerations, hemorrhaging, and fractured jaws. Bow Drill (7000 BCE) Invented by the Indus Valley civilization in what is now India and Pakistan, bow drills were mostly used for beads and jewelry. Archaeological evidence suggests this hand- held drill was also used to treat infected teeth, making it one of the oldest dental devices ever invented. Considering the fact that anesthesia wouldn’t come along for another several thousand years, we wouldn’t blame ancient people for skipping their dental appointments when this was their only option. The field of dentistry and oral health has come a long way, especially in terms of technology. That’s something both patients and physicians can be thankful for.

Dental Pelican (1300s) This device sounds like a whimsical dentistry bird used in “The Flintstones,” but the reality is far less animated. Used for extracting teeth, this device got its name because it looked similar to a pelican’s beak. The wide clawwas placed against the crown of the tooth while the bolster was held against the outside gum. Records

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The Overlooked Correlation of OSA and PTSD

In recent years, treating obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) has become a mission for many dental professionals. Due to the unique relationship patients have with their dentists, general dentists are often in a better position than other medical professionals to quickly identify cases of OSA. Given this responsibility, it is also important for physicians who treat OSA to also be aware of the connection between OSA and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). A 2015 study conducted by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, which involved 195 Iraq and Afghanistan veterans, found that 69.2 percent of participants who had been diagnosed with PTSD had a high risk for OSA. This risk increased with PTSD symptom severity, with about a 40 percent increase for OSAwith every clinically significant increase in PTSD-symptom severity. “The implication is that veterans who come to PTSD treatment, even younger veterans, should be screened for obstructive sleep apnea so that they have the opportunity to be diagnosed and treated,” says co-principal investigator Sonya Norman, Ph.D., a researcher at the San Diego VA and associate professor of psychiatry at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine. “[...] Sleep apnea is a risk factor for a long list of health problems such as hypertension, cardiovascular

disease, and diabetes, and psychological problems including depression, worsening PTSD, and anxiety.” A different study published in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine noted that “the co-occurrence of these conditions worsens outcomes and diminishes treatment effects.” Patients who suffer from PTSD and OSA show less improvement of their symptoms after treatment than patients suffering from OSA alone. This could verywell be due to the fact that the presence of PTSD seems to negatively affect positive air pressure (PAP) use. On average, patients with PTSD use PAP therapy for 59 percent of nights for just 3.5 hours per night. Though PTSD is most likely to be diagnosed in military veterans — such as the subjects of these studies — it’s important to remember that PTSD is also common in the civilian population. Survivors of tragedies such as the 9/11 attacks or sexual assaults may also suffer from PTSD. Further research is needed to fully understand the connection between PTSD and OSA. However, right now, it is reasonable to suggest that the best way for patients to seek relief from PTSD and OSA is by seeking proper treatment for both conditions simultaneously.

An Unpleasant Cycle

Strawberry Mango Paletas

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INGREDIENTS

4. Meanwhile, in a blender, purée mangoes with 1/4 cup sugar, 2 tablespoons lime juice, and 1/4 teaspoon salt until smooth. Scrape into a medium bowl and clean the blender. Then, purée strawberry mixture until smooth. 5. Into 8 3-ounce ice pop molds, spoon 2 tablespoons mango purée. Add 2 tablespoons strawberry purée to each mold, then top with remaining mango purée, leaving 1/2 inch between filling and top of mold. 6. Using a small knife, gently swirl layers together.

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1 1/4 cups strawberries, chopped 1/2 cup granulated sugar 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

2 medium ripe mangoes, peeled, pitted, and chopped

DIRECTIONS

1. In a saucepan, toss strawberries with 1/4 cup sugar and let stand at room temperature for 15 minutes. 2. Add 1/4 cup water and bring to a simmer over moderate heat. Cook strawberries until mixture thickens, about 5 minutes. 3. Remove from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon of lime juice and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Let cool completely, about 45 minutes.

7. Insert ice pop sticks and freeze until solid.

8. Dip molds in hot water for a few seconds, then unmold paletas and serve immediately.

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INSIDE This Issue

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There’s No Place Like Home

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How to Cultivate a Culture of Gratitude

Be Glad These Tools Aren’t in Our Office

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Why Dentists Should Be Aware of PTSD

Strawberry Mango Paletas

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4 Benefits of Traveling for Business

We don’t normally think of business trips as the most relaxing way to spend our time. Unlike vacations, the schedules are rigid, the mornings are early, and the conference rooms never seem to be a comfortable temperature. However, here are four benefits to going on business trips, both for your employer and yourself. Enhancing Your Adaptability International business trips can be especially nerve-wracking. You might have to interact with people who speak a different language, figure out how to get to your hotel or conference center by yourself, or try a new restaurant out of your comfort zone. (Not every city has a Starbucks — at least, not yet.) While these may seem like negatives, they are actually opportunities to become more adaptable in everyday life. If you can roll with the punches in a new environment, you’ll be able to do it so much better during the daily grind. Expanding Your Network Once you know everyone at your workplace, meeting new people becomes less likely. Business trips, and travel in general, are great ways to make new connections. A survey done by Virgin Atlantic in 2015 estimated that 1 in 5 people have done business with someone they met on a plane. There’s potential to build social relationships too. Don’t be afraid to strike up a conversation with someone new!

Improving Your Creativity Being in a new environment naturally predisposes your mind to think differently than it normally does. Therefore, business trips are beneficial for brainstorming new strategies. You can’t just rely on what you know; you have to innovate and experiment. Once you’re back in the office, your newfound creativity will help you tackle challenges more effectively. Racking Up Those Frequent Flyer Miles This benefit is more for you than for your job. If you anticipate a lot of business travel, sign up for a frequent flyer program and get points on your company’s dime. Put them toward that vacation you’ve been saving for without spending any of your own money. Of course, if your business trip leaves any room for R&R, take advantage of it. You might be there for work, but you’re in a new city with tons of opportunities to learn and explore. Just because you’re there on business doesn’t mean fun is out of the question.

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