May 2019
Life With Livingston Dental
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Soaking Up the Beauty Around Us
experience the beauty all around us. One of our patient families was particularly enthusiastic about the extravaganza — the Luthis got a little richer last year with the $500 prize we awarded. It was so fun to see all of their photos. I have to admit that we’ve turned into hermits during the latter part of winter, so we’re looking forward to another summer full of adventure. I let my running routine slide a bit with the snow, but I have plans to get back to it in the coming weeks. There’s a set amount of free time I have in each day, so I have to make it a priority. While Jeanelle and I don’t have any trips in the works yet for this summer, we’re hoping you’ll motivate us to explore again! We love seeing your photos and knowing you’re enjoying the beautiful area we live in. Thank you for making our jobs wonderful.
Our 2018 Summer Extravaganza!
Lava Hot Springs is another nearby spot we enjoy, even more so during the winter. Just under two hours away from Star Valley, it’s an ideal distance for a day-long getaway. We recently made the trip for a soak and returned relaxed and refreshed. The naturally heated springs and the atmosphere are therapeutic. With different pools that vary in temperature, we can choose which pools we want to soak in. We usually choose the pool farthest from the water source, which is still about 105 degrees. That’s plenty warm for us! There are people who enjoy the hotter water, but we enjoy the cooler, more tolerable temperatures. Regardless of what you choose, you’re sure to leave the springs feeling relaxed. We’re lucky to live here, aren’t we? There’s so much beautiful nature close to us that we get to enjoy. All this is to say thank you for participating in our Summer Extravaganza last year. You helped us get inspired to
Last summer, you helped us get outside — yes, you! Your photos during the Summer Extravaganza compelled Jeanelle and I to see more of our beautiful state. We also traveled just outside of state lines for some new adventures in destinations we’d never visited. Our treks included hiking in Yellowstone to see Old Faithful and take pictures. In addition to visiting many of our nearby sites, we also traveled into Idaho and Utah. Minnetonka Cave, just across the border in Idaho, was among the places we visited. If you haven’t been, I would recommend stopping at this unique place. It was discovered in the 1800s and has nine caverns. You can visit and observe a half- mile of stalagmites and caverns in a guided tour. Minnetonka Cave is also close to Bear Lake, another beautiful place Jeanelle and I enjoyed visiting. The lake itself lies partly in Idaho and partly in Utah.
Until next month,
P.S. Read on to learn more about another giveaway — your chance to win a four-wheeler!
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Clubs: Not Just for High School
The Best Way to Stay Active in Retirement
help. Book lovers of all ages can join their local Friends of Libraries chapter. To make a difference through politics, help with fundraisers or join an active campaign. If you want to stay closer to home, check out your local homeowners association. There are plenty of ways to engage with like-minded people while making a difference. TRY SOMETHING NEW Don’t know where to start when looking for a group to join? Start online! Try searching “groups for retirees” and see what comes up. You might discover a travel group and start planning your trip to Asia. Or maybe you’ll have more fun mentoring young people in your professional field. Don’t be afraid to spend your retirement doing something new! There’s nothing wrong with enjoying your alone time, but don’t let your alone time turn into a lonely retirement. Joining a group can help you broaden your social circle, stay active, and maybe even learn something new about yourself.
While it’s great not having your nose to the grindstone nine-to-five, leaving work also means leaving behind a lot of daily activities and social interaction. Eventually, having nothing but free time goes from relaxing to isolating, and that can be dangerous to your physical and mental health. When planning for retirement, it’s important to plan ways to stay active and engaged. Joining a new organization or club can be a huge benefit. Here are a few suggestions to help you stay active in retirement. ENJOY YOUR HOBBIES Did you spend years dreaming about hitting the golf course every day? While it can be nice to spend some time alone on the green, consider joining a golfers club if you want to mix things up. Enjoy scrapbooking? Check for get-togethers at the craft shop. If you’ve always wanted to try pottery, look for a class at the rec center. It’s easy to find groups dedicated to just about any activity. GET INVOLVED Think of the causes you’re passionate about and get involved! Animal shelters and soup kitchens are always looking for volunteer
Oral Cancer 101
but your diet and exposure to the sun can also put you at risk. According to the Prevent Cancer Foundation, 1 in 4 people diagnosed with oral cancer are not tobacco users and only drink occasionally. Abstaining from excessive alcohol and tobacco usage is a great way to lower your risk, but also keeping your sun exposure and diet in check gives you the best chance of preventing oral cancer altogether. SCREENINGS The best way to monitor your oral cancer risk is by attending regular dental appointments, where screenings are part of checkups. Dental experts are trained to screen for oral cancer, and they will often feel around the neck and throat for concerning signs. Some experts also use a VELscope exam, which uses fluorescent lighting to highlight any abnormalities in the mouth. Many of these tests are noninvasive and can be performed quickly at a dental clinic. If dental experts find evidence of oral cancer during an exam, they can refer patients to clinics for further testing.
Oral cancer doesn’t discriminate. In fact, many well-known people throughout history, including U.S. presidents Grover Cleveland and Ulysses S. Grant, Sigmund Freud, Babe Ruth, Lana Turner, and Rod Stewart, have suffered from oral cancer. Overall, 53,000 people in the U.S. are diagnosed with oral cancer each year, according to research by the Oral Cancer Foundation.
You don’t have to wait for a diagnosis to learn about this debilitating disease. Prepare yourself by checking out the points below.
DETAILS Oral cancer can appear as an abnormality on your lips, tongue, cheeks, mouth, sinuses, or throat. This life-threatening disease can create swelling, bruises, lesions, speckled patches, and face sores. These symptoms can lead to difficulty speaking and swallowing, as well as ear pain. While cancer can affect anyone, there are some demographics that have a higher chance of getting an oral cancer diagnosis. Men are twice as likely to be diagnosed with the disease as women, with men over 50 being the most vulnerable. PREVENTION Your habits play a critical role in preventing cancer. Tobacco and alcohol use increase your chances of developing oral cancer,
You can learn more about oral cancer, prevention, treatments, and screenings online at OralCancerFoundation.org.
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A Special Evening at the Fairgrounds
And the Chance to Win a Four-Wheeler!
It’s almost here … our yearly drawing! This year, we want to do something extra special for our patients who’ve been kind enough to refer their friends and family to us. So, on May 30 , we are hosting an epic evening at the Fairgrounds, complete with dinner, door prizes, and a grand prize drawing for our referral program. We’re giving away a four-wheeler to one lucky patient! This is not something you want to miss, especially because you have to be present to win! We will give out door prizes and pull the big ticket for the four-wheeler that evening. If you’ve referred someone to us who’s become a Livingston Dental patient, you will receive an invitation to this exclusive, special event.* You’ll also receive a letter in the mail letting you know exactly how many tickets you have earned. In past years, the winners have been awarded up to 30 tickets.
In addition, if you leave us a review on the link we send to your phone, you’ll earn three more tickets . Our quarterly contest also just kicked off in April, and our prize for this contest is a gas barbecue! You have until June 30 to make referrals for the quarterly drawing.
There are so many ways to earn and just a bit of time left!
May 30 at 4 p.m. is the cut-off time to make your referrals and secure your spot at our special evening at the Fairgrounds and guarantee the chance to win a four-wheeler. Good luck! We can’t wait to see you and meet your awesome referrals!
*Look for your invitation in the mail if you have referred patients to Livingston Dental.
Here’s how the referral program works. Your First Referral = 3 Tickets
Your Second Referral = 5 Tickets Your Third Referral = 10 tickets
Puzzle Time! Classic French Omelet Ingredients
Inspired by SeriousEats.com
• 3 large eggs • Kosher salt and freshly ground white or black pepper • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Directions
1. In medium bowl, beat eggs with disposable plastic fork until last traces of white are just mixed in. Season with salt and pepper. 2. In an 8-inch nonstick skillet, melt butter, swirling over medium heat until foamy but not browned. Add eggs, stirring rapidly with fork, tips of tines up, while moving skillet to agitate eggs. Ensure all curds are broken up, scraping from bottom of skillet as they form. Stop stirring as soon as eggs are very softly scrambled and creamy (but still loose enough to come together into a single mass), 1–2 minutes. 3. Using fork, gently spread egg in an even layer around skillet and scrape down any wispy bits around the edges. The top surface should be loose and creamy, but if it looks too liquid and raw, cook undisturbed for another few seconds. If still liquid, swirl skillet to bring raw egg to the edge where it will set more quickly. 4. Remove from heat. Tilt skillet up by handle. Using fork, gently roll omelet down over itself until nearly folded in half. Using fork, push omelet to edge of skillet so that lower edge of egg just begins to overhang. Use fork to fold overhanging edge of egg back over, closing omelet. 5. Turn omelet out onto plate. It should be either almond- or cigar-shaped, seam on bottom.
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Our National Parks
Backcountry Adventures in Grand Teton
also shares updates about road closures and snow conditions for the area. If you do encounter snow, which can happen into June, you can always turn around. A backcountry trip should be fun, not dangerous. You might see wildlife while you’re in the Tetons, including grizzly or black bears. Becoming “bear aware” in the region is important for keeping yourself, and the wildlife, safe. Draw attention to yourself — whether it’s by singing or talking loudly — when you’re walking through bear country to warn them of your presence. Always use the bear canisters that the Park Service requires in this area for food. Canisters are often available at the trailhead, but you might be better off bringing your own. Protect the species and yourself by correctly storing your food.
In February, backcountry reservations opened up for the Tetons, and while the snow is still piled high enough to make a backpacking excursion a challenge, the Grand Tetons will be accessible for hikers, campers, and backpackers come this summer. The beautiful mountain ranges and trails that wind through them provide a wonderful outdoor excursion, and you can start planning for it right now. Camping or backpacking in the Tetons can be a thrilling, beautiful, and fun experience with a bit of preparation. Backcountry camping requires a permit, and those are available on a first-come, first-served basis one day before your trip. You’ll want to bring a filtration system or tablets to purify water and bear canisters to store food at night.
The National Park Service website has a backcountry trip planner that is available at NPS.Gov/GRTE/PlanYourVisit/Back.htm. The NPS site
Happy trails to you!
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