Masterpiece Smiles April 2019

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SEDATION DENTISTRY An Awesome Option for Those With Dental Anxiety

For some patients, the very thought of going to the dentist prompts a sense of fear and anxiety. Experts estimate that 9–20 percent of Americans avoid getting dental treatment due to dental phobia. Those folks all miss out on the benefits of regular oral care. To help shrink that number, it’s on us as dental professionals to make the experience of treatment as comfortable as possible. A method that’s become increasingly popular in recent years is called sedation dentistry, and we offer it at our practice to give you the best care possible. One method of sedation dentistry has been used regularly for decades: nitrous oxide. The inhalation of NO2, sometimes called “laughing gas,” provides brief, moderate sedation. It’s a great option for slightly uncomfortable procedures. The advantage of nitrous oxide is that the effects dissipate quickly. As such, you won’t be feeling the effects of it once your appointment is over. The downside is that it is not strong enough to reduce the anxiety of all patients. Oral sedation methods can offer further comfort for patients suffering from dental anxiety. With this method, you are prescribed a pill to take prior to your treatment. Oral sedation makes patients extremely relaxed. You will be conscious during treatment, but you may have no memory of being in the chair. Time passes quickly while under oral sedation. Often, patients will comment that they can’t believe how fast the procedure was, even if it’s lasted for longer than an hour. Even if you’re not normally skittish about visiting the dentist, you may opt for oral sedation if you need extended treatment. Additionally, we are currently in the process of obtaining certification for IV sedation. IV sedation allows patients to achieve a “twilight” state, where you are conscious, but barely so. You may not even be aware of your surroundings, and you’re likely to remember nothing of the procedure. It is faster acting than oral sedation. As with all of our treatments at Masterpiece Smiles, we don’t adopt a one-size- fits-all approach when it comes to sedation. We want you to have the most comfortable experience possible and will work with you to explore the best sedation options for your needs.

OPENING DAY HAMBURGERS

INGREDIENTS

Inspired by Saveur Magazine

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4 small leaves iceberg lettuce 4 1/4-inch thick yellow onion slices 1 teaspoon vegetable oil Salt and pepper, to taste Condiments of your choice

1 pound ground chuck, 80 percent lean 4 soft, white hamburger buns, split 4 1/4-inch thick tomato slices

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12–16 pickle rounds

DIRECTIONS

1. Lightly grease a small nonstick skillet with oil. Heat over medium-high. 2. While heating, gently shape meat into four patties 3 1/2 inches in diameter. Be careful to handle the meat as little as possible to prevent tough burgers. Season liberally with salt and pepper. 3. Sear patties on each side, about 1 minute per side. Reduce heat to medium-low and continue cooking until desired doneness, about 1 more minute per side for medium-rare, 2 more per side for medium-well. 4. Let meat rest for a minimum of 3 minutes. 5. To assemble, place patty on bottom bun and top with tomato, pickles, lettuce, and onion (in that order). Spread condiments on top half of bun and place on top of onion. Serve.

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