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REPORT THE WELLNESS
NOV/DEC 2022
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From Our Families to Yours …
I love the holidays! The cold air, lights, pumpkin spice or peppermint, and getting my house all decorated for the holiday season. From Thanksgiving to Christmas, it is a time of nostalgia and reflection. Each year, I love to pull out my recipe box and cook some of my family’s favorite dishes that have been passed down over the years. The annual traditions, endless food and desserts, time together, and celebrating make for a wonderful holiday season, but since I have gotten older, I have learned to love the holidays for a greater reason. For me, the holidays are a time to slow down, gather with family, and reflect on all that we have to be thankful for. Personally, it’s a time I like to refocus on what is truly important, because it is easy to lose touch of that in the daily hustle and bustle. It’s the little things in life that we often take for granted but are what truly mean the most — a family dinner, time with friends, relationships, a lazy weekend at home, our health. Particularly as a dentist, we often hyper-focus on the technicalities of the procedures we perform, but I regularly remind myself, I have the ability to make people feel better — whether it’s getting
someone out of pain by fixing a tooth, a smile makeover on someone who has never felt confident, or by spending time and talking with someone who really just needs me to listen. I have learned it is not the actual dentistry, but the effect I can have on people’s lives with the dentistry, that matters the most! When I remember this, it is easy to be thankful for the career I have chosen and the opportunity to go to work every day!
On a reflective note, if you are reading this, I speak for Dr. Jones and myself when I say, we are thankful for you! The support, friendship, and trust from each of you is what makes our mission possible. We wish you all a very merry Christmas, happy holidays, and a New Year filled with family, wellness, and much to be thankful for! –Dr. Copeland
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NOT ALL FAT
IS CREATED EQUAL
Did you know that there are two types of fat: subcutaneous and visceral?
carrying too much visceral fat. The same is true for a man’s waist that measures 40 inches or more.
Subcutaneous fat is the “pinchable” fat commonly found around your midsection, arms, and legs. Visceral fat, however, wraps around your organs, so it’s much harder to see or even notice. Compared to subcutaneous fat, visceral fat puts you at a higher risk for health complications. Some potential health concerns that can result from excess visceral fat include Alzheimer’s, high cholesterol, heart disease, and stroke. So, how do you measure your visceral fat, and how do you get rid of it? While it’s difficult to measure, costly imaging tests can accurately report just how much visceral fat is hanging around your internal organs. As a cheaper alternative, you can use your body mass index, or BMI, as an indicator of healthy weight ranges and appropriate fat levels based on your body measurements. You can also measure your waist size since visceral fat tends to congregate in your abdominal cavity. According to Medical News Today, if a woman’s waist measures 35 inches or more, she likely is
The best course of action is to reduce and prevent visceral fat, which can be challenging, as the only true way to eliminate visceral fat and keep it off is through proper diet and exercise. Here are some methods to reduce your risk of harmful effects of excess visceral fat: • Prioritize sleep and ensure that you are getting enough. • Exercise for at least 30 minutes daily (aerobic exercises are especially beneficial). • Consume a healthy and balanced diet consisting of proteins, fruits, and veggies. • Avoid smoking. • Reduce sugary sodas and drinks. • Limit alcohol intake. • Avoid trans fats. • Reduce stress levels. No matter how fit or in shape you are, having some fat on your body is normal and healthy. However, to keep your body healthy and performing its best, reducing visceral fat is essential!
CONTINUING TO KEEP YOU SAFE AND HEALTHY Enhanced Sterilization Protocols and Controls
Hand-sanitizing stations are located throughout the office.
Beverages will be served safely only upon request.
There will be additional time between patients for enhanced sterilization.
Curbside check-in from your vehicle is now available.
Please reschedule if you have a fever or a sick family member.
Medical-grade air filtration is used in all operatories.
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The Best Teething Toys for Your Baby
3 DENTIST-APPROVED OPTIONS
The Nuby Teething Mitten — Teething babies love to chew on their fingers, and this teething mitten will help them fulfill that urge without sucking on germs. The mitten has a textured silicone surface perfect for relieving teething pain. It’s also machine- washable and comes with a travel bag to keep it clean.
Teething puppies are pretty adorable — until they sink their little needle teeth into your arm. It’s the same situation with teething babies. They’re sweet, cute, and cuddly at first. Then, the pain strikes, and they start screaming. As a parent, this can be as tough on your emotions as it is on your eardrums. First, you need to work through the panicky feeling that something is wrong with your baby. Then, your heart will probably sink when you spot the signs that appear in most little ones around six months — inflamed gums, flushed cheeks, a mild fever, poor sleep, increased drooling, facial rashes, and the compulsion to chew on your/their fingers. None of this is fun, but fortunately, once you realize your baby is teething, the worst is over. You can turn back the tide of your little one’s crankiness (and spare your hearing) by purchasing a teething toy. Biting down on a teething toy can help relieve the pain of growing teeth as long as the toy is made from safe materials and won’t cause a choking hazard. Here are a few dentist-approved options to consider that range from $4–$30 on Amazon.
The ‘Sophie la Girafe’ Teething Toy — This fun, giraffe-shaped teething toy is perfect for babies of all ages. It includes a squeaker to hold the baby’s attention and parts of various thicknesses for easy chewing. Most importantly, it’s made from safe, natural rubber and food-grade paint. Learn more at SophieTheGiraffe-USA.com. The Green Sprouts Cooling Teether — This classic ring-shaped teether for babies 6 months or older includes beads of multiple textures for the best sensory experience. The teether is also refrigerator- and freezer-safe, so you can cool it down before giving it to your baby to provide even more pain relief.
With the help of these toys, you and your little one will be resting peacefully before you know it.
SMILE-FRIENDLY RECIPES
BRAIN BREAK!
NO-BAKE PEANUT BUTTER SNOWBALLS
Ingredients
• 1 cup powdered sugar • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
• 3 tbsp softened butter • 1 lb white chocolate candy coating
Directions
1. Line a cookie sheet with parchment or wax paper. 2. In a medium bowl, combine powdered sugar, peanut butter, and softened butter. Mix until evenly combined. 3. Shape the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on the lined cookie sheet. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes or until firm. 4. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt white chocolate candy coating in increments of 30 seconds, stirring occasionally until smooth. 5. In the same bowl, use skewers to dip peanut butter balls into the chocolate before placing them on a lined cookie sheet so they can harden. 6. Chill until ready and then serve!
Inspired by TheFoodieAffair.com
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LIGHTING UP LIFE ONE PINE NEEDLE AT A TIME TRAVEL-WORTHY CHRISTMAS TREES
As the holiday season approaches, the twinkling lights and spectacular Christmas tree attractions are always a must-see! Here are the best travel destinations to catch a glimpse of one of the pillars of the holidays.
with live performances by musical artists, and an annual highlight is when the president delivers a message of peace. President Calvin Coolidge was the first president to light the National Christmas Tree in 1923. The tree was 48 feet high and
The Rockefeller Center Tree in New York City
The Rockefeller Center tree is located just west of 5th Avenue from 47th through 51st streets in New York City and dates back to the Depression era, with the first tree placed there in 1931. This beloved tourist attraction draws thousands yearly with its dazzling lights and grand scale. To even be considered a contender for this role, a tree must be at least 65 feet tall and 35 feet wide! The National Christmas Tree in Washington, D.C. This American favorite has long been a tradition. Every year, the ceremony begins
The Biltmore Christmas Tree in North Carolina This majestic 55-foot Norway spruce tree is in front of the Biltmore Estate and lit as guests make their way down the path of luminaries. With ornaments and miles of garland, this tree is selected for the Banquet Hall each year for guests from all over to see. Some are lucky enough to live near or in a city with a magnificent tree, but if you don’t, consider traveling to one of these locations to enjoy the holiday with your loved ones.
decorated with 2,500 red, white, and green electric bulbs. A local choir and a quartet from the U.S. Marine Band performed as the tree was lit. The Coeur d’Alene Resort Tree in Idaho Also known as the World’s Tallest Living Christmas Tree, this grand fir holds the record at 162 feet tall. It is festively decorated with more than 40,000 lights that twinkle in time to the music of “Jingle Bells,” and the tree is crowned with a 10-foot-wide star!
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