Livingston Dental- February 2020

How Dental Care Can Change a Life

The Best Care for Each Patient

saw that while the patient did have a few cavities, we could find a treatment that would be better for him than crowns.

When people make unkind comments about someone’s appearance, it can do lasting damage. For folks who get made fun of for their smile, it can be especially hurtful. Our smiles are meant to bring joy to ourselves and to others. When we’re not comfortable with them, it takes a toll on our confidence.

Instead of a generalized treatment plan, we had a conversation about what would be best for the patient. To start, Dr. Livingston turned the focus to home care, sharing what the patient and his family could do to protect his enamel and prevent cavities. Since these were baby teeth, one of the best services we could provide our patient and his parents was education on how to care for his teeth every day. Stories like this illustrate the focus Livingston Dental puts on finding treatment plans that are in the best interests of our patients. For us, an exam doesn’t just mean telling you what to do with your teeth. It means answering your questions and inquiring about your priorities. We seek to understand your unique situation. Patients need to be heard, and we are here to listen. Call Livingston Dental today to schedule your appointment and experience the difference of dental care providers who truly care.

In our line of work, we’re lucky enough to give people reasons to smile. We give patients the dental care they need to feel good about their teeth. Sometimes it’s as simple as giving a patient the

tools and resources to help them maintain their smile and prevent issues.

When a new family recently came to our clinic, for example, rather than prescribing them costly treatments, we saw an opportunity for education and hope.

The family had been told by a previous dentist that due to enamel loss, their 6-year-old would need to have crowns put on all his teeth. Dr. Livingston looked over his teeth and

Puzzle Time!

Easy Shrimp Scampi Ingredients

Inspired by The Blond Cook

• 1/2 tsp oregano • 1/2 cup dry white wine • 1/4 cup lemon juice • 8 oz cooked linguine • 1/4 cup parsley

• 4 tbsp butter • 4 tbsp olive oil • 1 tbsp minced garlic • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined

Directions

1. In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tbsp of butter with 2 tbsp of olive oil. Add garlic and cook for 2 minutes. 2. Add shrimp and oregano, stirring frequently until shrimp is pink. Remove shrimp from skillet. 3. Add wine and lemon juice to skillet and bring the mixture to a boil. 4. Stir in remaining butter and olive oil and cook until butter is melted. 5. Add cooked shrimp to skillet and cook for 1 minute, stirring occasionally. 6. In a serving bowl, top cooked linguine with shrimp mixture. Garnish with parsley and serve.

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