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SEPTEMBER 2022
*NEW ADDRESS! TYLER
LONGVIEW
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AN UNFORESEEN JOURNEY: Announcing Our New Longview Location!
It’s often said to trust the seeds you are planting, and how true I find this to be! As humans, we are constantly changing, evolving, and
We are thrilled to announce that at the beginning of October, we will be moving into our new Longview building. I’d like to take this opportunity to thank all of those who worked tirelessly to make this dream a reality,
adapting. As we navigate the ups and downs of life, we learn how to roll with the punches. When we face life’s challenges, we are able to grow and improve, thus coming out stronger than we were when we first started.
especially Terry Edney with Edney Building Solutions, who oversaw and coordinated this project from start to finish! Stay tuned for information on our Grand Opening Event! We look forward to helping more patients achieve and maintain a beautiful smile!
HOWEVER, MY DESIRE TO TAKE CARE OF AS MANY PATIENTS AS POSSIBLE AND THE WARMTH, SATISFACTION, AND BEAUTY OF BEING A CATALYST OF CHANGE IN THE LIVES OF OTHERS HAD DIFFERENT PLANS IN STORE FOR ME.
When I first moved to Longview, Texas, I had aspired to keep Texas Sedation Dental &
Implant Center small. However, I was quickly overwhelmed with the amount of need there was here in East Texas for sedation and implant dentistry. So despite my desire to keep things simple and easy I am committed to filling the need to help East Texas restore their smiles with sedation dentistry.
-Dr. Travis Kendall
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FIND YOUR BALANCE 5 EXERCISES TO IMPROVE BALANCE
THESE EXERCISES HELP WITH BALANCE. Balance training involves exercises to strengthen the muscles that help keep you upright and improve stability. These types of exercises can be done as often as you like or even every day.
Though we may not always think about it, balance is essential to just about everything we do in our daily routines. From simply getting out of bed, leaning over to tie our shoes, or even walking to the mailbox, we need good balance to keep ourselves steady while performing normal tasks. KNOW WHY BALANCE IS IMPORTANT. Balance is the ability to control your body’s position, whether stationary or moving. It is a key component of fitness that many people neglect while developing their fitness regimen. Balance training is a great way to help your body recognize where it is and control movements in a given space. When the body knows where its limbs are in space — known as proprioception — it is able to produce smooth, controlled movements with fewer risks of injuries. Reaction time and agility are also improved with balance training. The body learns how to quickly correct itself but not overcompensate and has the ability to quickly change direction effectively and efficiently. Though balance training is important for everyone, it is especially important for those who have problems due to illness, weakness, or dizziness. It allows them to overcome stiffness or unsteadiness and to develop an awareness of body segments and how to align them.
Consider trying the following exercises:
• Standing with your weight on one leg and raising the other leg to the side or behind you. • Putting one heel right in front of the other foot, as if you were walking a tightrope. • Standing up and sitting down from a chair without using your hands. • Walking while alternating knee lifts with each step. • Stretching and gentle movement as part of yoga or tai chi. Balance is essential to living a healthy, functional life. It’s important to incorporate balance training into your fitness regimen. That way you can decrease the risk of injuries and help move freely and confidently.
Filling in the Gaps
THE IMPORTANCE OF REPLACING MISSING TEETH
According to the American College of Prosthodontics, roughly 120 million people nationwide are missing at least one tooth. Missing teeth can result from trauma, gum disease, pulled teeth, or severe tooth decay. After a tooth falls out, all that is left behind is an empty tooth socket. Many people, for different reasons, may wish to just allow the socket to heal, However, replacing missing teeth is essential for your oral health, and in turn, the health of your entire body. Here are five reasons to replace missing teeth. MAINTAIN A STREAMLINED BITE. When gaps exist in your smile, your teeth may begin to shift to attempt to fill in the gaps. When this happens, the way your top row of teeth meets and aligns with your bottom row of teeth will fall out of sync,
creating a range of complications that can affect your jaw and teeth.
speak, bite, and grind food. For these processes to be most effective, all teeth should be present and working together. If a tooth or many teeth are missing, it can be difficult to properly eat and talk. MAINTAIN AESTHETICS. Smiles with all teeth in place are more visually appealing than sets of teeth with gaps and holes, so it’s important to replace teeth when they fall out to maintain a nice smile, which has many social and emotional benefits. To maintain the appearance and function of your teeth, replacing teeth after losing them is very important. In the event a tooth is loose or you’ve lost it, give us a call right away! We’ve got you covered!
PREVENT BONE LOSS. When a tooth is missing, your body
absorbs the bone tissue from the jawbone where the tooth once was to be purposed elsewhere in your body. Over time, a “shrinking” of the jaw can take place. PREVENT TOOTH OVERGROWTH. If a tooth is missing on your bottom row of teeth, the opposing tooth on the top row may grow longer to attempt to fill in the gap. This can become problematic for your bite and chewing. MAINTAIN TOOTH FUNCTION. Your pearly whites aren’t just there to be pearly and white. Rather, they help you
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Cavities and tooth decay are detrimental to our oral health! Did you know that by not flossing, you can miss cleaning up to 40% of the surface area of your teeth, leaving your teeth exposed to plaque, cavities, and more? Waterpiks are oral health appliances that rely on a jet of water to remove food deposits, plaque, bacteria, and debris from between your teeth and below your gum margins. The best part is that it can be stored right on your bathroom sink counter and used at home. Exploring the Powers of the Waterpik An Oral Health Secret:
GRAPE, GOAT CHEESE, AND HONEY STUFFED SWEET POTATOES
Inspired by HowSweetEats.com
This sweet and savory appetizer is perfect for the transition between summer and fall.
• 4 sweet potatoes • 2 cups seedless red grapes • 1 tsp grapeseed oil • 1/4 tsp salt, plus a pinch • 1/4 tsp pepper, plus a pinch INGREDIENTS
• 4 oz goat cheese, divided • 2 tbsp honey, plus
additional for drizzling
• Pinch of cinnamon • Pinch of nutmeg
1. Preheat oven to 350 F. 2. With a fork, poke holes in potatoes. Tightly wrap each in aluminum foil. 3. On a baking sheet, place potatoes and roast for 45–60 minutes, until potatoes are tender. Remove and unwrap foil. 4. With a knife, slit each potato down the middle. 5. Increase oven to 450 F. 6. On a nonstick baking sheet, drizzle the grapes with grapeseed oil. Add a pinch of salt and pepper and toss to coat. Roast for 20–25 minutes. 7. Using a spoon, remove sweet potato flesh while keeping shape intact. 8. In a large bowl, mash sweet potato flesh with 3 oz goat cheese, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, pepper, and honey. 9. Scoop filling back into potatoes. Top with remaining goat cheese, grapes, and drizzled honey. DIRECTIONS TAKE A BREAK
If you’re wondering if a Waterpik is right for you, let’s explore some of the benefits this interdental appliance has to offer!
PLAQUE REMOVAL Throughout the day, plaque accumulates on your teeth and will stay there until it is properly cleaned off — it’s the nature of the beast. While a toothbrush does a great job covering the front and back surfaces, the areas between the teeth and around the gumlines are still at risk of bacteria buildup. A Waterpik, which combines both water and pressure, does a better job than flossing alone at removing plaque and food that’s left behind. EASE OF USE According to a National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, only 32% of people 30 years and older floss their teeth. This could be because it’s a daunting process. However, breaking the bad habit of not flossing is easy if there’s a simpler way: a Waterpik. REVERSE GINGIVITIS Did you know that gum disease, also known as gingivitis, is reversible? Gingivitis is caused by the bacteria in plaque, and once removed on a regular basis, in some cases, you can turn back the clock! PREVENTION To prevent bad breath, gum complications, and tooth decay, a Waterpik is an important tool to have at home and use daily. Along with brushing your teeth twice a day for two minutes each time, a Waterpik will do its part to keep your oral health on track. Nothing feels better than a fresh and clean mouth! To protect your pearly whites, a Waterpik is an excellent option! If you have any questions or are wondering if a Waterpik is right for you, call us today to chat with your oral health professionals!
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE
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Our New Longview Location Is Opening! Balance Training Key to
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3 Quality Movement 5 Reasons to Replace Missing Teeth Benefits of Waterpiks Grape, Goat Cheese, and Honey Stuffed Sweet Potatoes Exploring Detergent Foods CLEAN YOUR TEETH WHILE YOU CHEW 4
Maintain a Healthy Smile Naturally
It is commonly known that certain foods, like those with lots of sugar, are bad for your teeth. However, did you know there are certain
Examples of these foods include, but are not limited to:
level, the higher the acidity levels in your mouth where bacteria can thrive.
WHEN SHOULD I EAT DETERGENT FOODS? Timing is very important when it comes to detergent foods. Dentists recommend brushing your teeth after every meal, but sometimes it’s just not possible or you don’t have access to a toothbrush. Detergent foods are perfect to eat right after you finish a meal or to incorporate into your midday snack. That way the detergent foods can rid your mouth of stuck-on food. Incorporating detergent foods into your diet is one of the easiest, most efficient ways to maintain a healthy smile. Their fibrous texture acts as a natural toothbrush, scrubbing away harmful materials from your teeth. But always remember, these foods aren’t a replacement for brushing and flossing. Research what foods fall into this category and give them a try!
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Carrots Apples
Plain popcorn (no salt, butter, or flavoring)
Celery Pears
Lettuce
foods that can actually clean your teeth? It sounds impossible, but it’s true! These foods are called detergents. You may be thinking of the detergent that goes in your laundry, but that’s not the case here. Detergent foods are specific foods that clean your teeth naturally and keep your smile looking bright. WHAT ARE DETERGENT FOODS? Detergent foods are everyday edibles that have a crunchy or coarse texture. These foods act like bristles that scrub our teeth while we eat.
Cucumbers
Detergent foods can remove excess materials from the enamel of your teeth without adding any sugars or fats in their place. These types of foods are more beneficial unprocessed and natural. They are typically low in acidity and have properties that help eliminate oral sugars that cling to your teeth and bring down saliva’s overall pH level. The higher the pH
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