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SUMMER 2023
1109 S. Park Drive, Reidsville, NC 27320
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INTRODUCING: OUR NEWEST TEAM MEMBERS
Welcome to Our Family, Lauren and Dorema!
Are you ready for a fun fact about Lauren? Ever since she was 12 years old, she’s been a photographer at racetracks. To this day, she has clients who have stuck around with her since she first started!
Summer is in the air! We’ve turned up the heat and recently welcomed some new members to our Caring Modern Dentistry team! While they’ve only been here for a few months, Lauren and Dorema fit right in, and it feels like they’ve been part of the team for years now! When it comes to our practice motto of always putting our patients first and building relationships, they certainly fit the bill. We’ve had so much fun getting to know them and welcoming them to our family.
Dorema is our front-desk treatment coordinator who works hard to streamline things in our office. She schedules treatments and appointments, checks out patients, and is usually the first point of contact on the phone or in person. She has an infectious smile and is warm and welcoming. Dorema has an extensive background in the dental
Lauren is one of our dental assistants — some of you may have already had the chance to meet her! She’s been a dental assistant for two years. Lauren takes a lot of pride in her work and truly cares about making each experience happy and comfortable for our patients. “Growing up, I was always a people person,” Lauren tells us. “I enjoy working with
field, especially as a dental assistant for other practices and orthodontic offices. “I love seeing patients’ smiles change for the better,” she tells us. “I enjoy looking at different aspects of dentistry. There are always new things to look forward to.” Dorema is a mom to twins — a boy and a girl who graduated high school this year. When she isn’t working, she loves spending as much time as possible with them. “Hobby Lobby is my home away from home,” Dorema says. “I love to crochet blankets and other crafts.” Dorema loves to drive and take road trips and has driven across the country seven times already! Lauren and Dorema, welcome to the Caring Modern Dentistry family! We are thrilled to have you! You both have such warm hearts, talent, and skill, and best of all, you always have our patients’ best interests at heart. Welcome aboard!
others, but I didn’t necessarily want to go into the medical field, so I tried out dentistry.” From there, the rest is history. Lauren ended up loving dental school and pursued a career as a dental assistant. “I wound up enjoying it a lot more than I ever thought I would,” she says. “The amazing people I work with here make my job that much easier and more enjoyable.”
“When it comes to our practice motto of always putting our patients first and building relationships, they certainly fit the bill. ”
-Dr. Adams
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Host a Murder Mystery Dinner! THE BEST WAY TO CELEBRATE MYSTERY MONTH
Did you know May is Mystery Month? There are dozens of ways to celebrate this enigmatic occasion, from playing Clue to rewatching “Glass Onion” — but why not bring those experiences to life and host your own murder mystery dinner at home? Thanks to a plethora of kits on the market, doing so is easier than ever! WHAT IS A MURDER MYSTERY DINNER? A murder mystery dinner is essentially a real-life game of Clue. You invite friends over for dinner and turn your home into the set of “Knives Out” — without the blood, of course. Each of your friends takes on the persona of a character in the story, and when one of them is “murdered,” you compete to uncover who dunnit. STEP 1: PICK YOUR KIT. Planning a murder mystery dinner from scratch would take the ingenuity of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Luckily, you have several ready-made mysteries to choose from! You can find boxes from Masters of Mystery and My Mystery Party at your local board game store, but you can find many options available online, too. Night of Mystery ( NightOfMystery.com ), for example, sells both in-person and virtual kits with themes ranging from ‘80s prom to Christmas homicide. If your friends and family don’t like the idea of acting and dressing up, that’s okay — you can still solve a mystery over dinner! Look into kits available through Unsolved
Case Files (UnsolvedCaseFiles.com ) or Hunt A Killer ( Shop.HuntAKiller.com ), which involve collaborative mystery-solving without the character work. STEP 2: CURATE YOUR GUEST LIST. Most murder mystery dinners require at least four people, while some include characters for six, eight, or more! Check the number of players on your kit and invite your most creative, analytical, theatrical, and mystery-loving friends. STEP 3: DECORATE AND PLAN THE MENU. If you choose a themed murder mystery, level up your event with a matching menu and decor! For games taking place in England, whip up a shepherd’s pie and make a cardboard cutout of Big Ben. For Havana Nights, plan a build-your-own Cubano bar and throw on an Afro-Cuban playlist. You can be as over-the-top as you like. Remember, it’s Mystery Month!
“Caring Modern Dentistry was recommended by a family member. I was indeed curious on how my first visit would go. First of all, everyone was extremely polite. The doctor and his associate were indeed quite professional. They made you feel like family. I will make a second appointment.” –BERNICE M. “Everyone was so welcoming and professional. I thoroughly appreciated everyone I met and that’s saying a lot about a visit to the dentist office. Thanks so much for your service and the classy manner the services were delivered. I look forward to a wonderful relationship with my new dentist and staff.” –JOELLE “First time to a dentist in over 15 years and Nicole really went above and beyond to make me feel so comfortable! She explained everything in detail, and by the end of my appointment, I was so excited to get started on my oral health care journey to a beautiful smile! Thank you Nicole and the rest of the staff for being so kind and wonderful to me and the rest of my family who go there! I really wish there were 100 stars to give you all!” –SHANNON S. OUR PATIENTS SAY IT BEST!
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Bruxism Solutions That Aren’t a Grind
Have you ever caught yourself grinding your teeth? According to many studies, roughly 30% of people grind their teeth, whether the action is related to stress or is something that happens in their sleep. Occasionally grinding your teeth won’t cause any harm and is not a cause of concern, but if it occurs every night or many times throughout the day, it can cause damage to your teeth and impact other areas of your body. Teeth grinding, also known as bruxism, has two different forms: awake bruxism and sleep bruxism. Grinding your teeth and clenching your jaw all throughout the day can be linked to anxiety, stress, anger, or other emotional complications. Nightly teeth grinding can be linked to daytime emotional issues, an abnormal bite, or other dental problems.
To combat bruxism, the most common defense is to get fitted for a nightguard to protect your teeth while you sleep. However, for many, the grinding is too strong for the mouth guards and eventually, the teeth grind right through them.
To further reduce the damage and/or frequency of bruxism, other remedies include:
Frequent or habitual bruxism can lead to larger problems, including:
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Counseling
Physical therapy for the mouth and jaw
Muscle relaxants
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Tooth loss
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Anti-anxiety medications
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Worn down teeth Fractured teeth Loosened teeth Aesthetic changes
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Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
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If you or a loved one is struggling with teeth grinding, give us a call today. We can assess your individual situation and come up with a plan to protect your pearly whites and get to the root of the problem!
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Jaw and neck complications (including temporomandibular joint (TMJ) pain)
Have a Laugh!
ROASTED SWEET POTATO ARUGULA SALAD
Enjoy this salad’s warming cinnamon and crisp bites of radish and arugula.
Inspired by Nutriciously.com
Ingredients
• 3 medium sweet potatoes, cubed • 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced • 3 small radishes, thinly sliced • 2 cups arugula • 1 1/2 cups cooked lima beans, drained and rinsed • Balsamic salad dressing of choice
• 1/2 tsp ground turmeric • 1/2 tsp ground cumin • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon • Salt and pepper, to taste • 1 red onion, thinly sliced
Directions
1. Preheat oven to 350 F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper. 2. In a bowl, toss sweet potato cubes with smoked paprika, turmeric, cumin, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Transfer to prepared baking sheet and arrange in a single layer. 3. Roast for 25–30 minutes until sweet potatoes are nicely browned and fork-tender. 4. In a large salad bowl, combine onion, bell pepper, radishes, arugula, and lima beans. 5. Toss the salad with dressing, then top with roasted sweet potatoes.
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Welcome to the Team, Lauren and Dorema!
Host an Unforgettable Murder Mystery Dinner Our Patients Say It Best
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How to Overcome Teeth Grinding Roasted Sweet Potato Arugula Salad
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Potbellied Pig Terrifies Burglars
A Ham-Fisted Attempt at Robbery
Intruders Flee From Ludwig the Pig
On the night of New Year’s Eve in 2014, a group of burglars experienced the fright of a lifetime. Expecting to rob a quiet home in Derby, England, the intruders instead came face to snout with Ludwig, a 240-pound potbellied pig. Abandoning all thoughts of crime once they spotted the pig, the burglars instantly fled the scene and ran for their lives. The “hero ham” had already become a popular figure in his town and was well-loved for his gentle demeanor. In fact, Michael Maughan, Ludwig’s owner, is confident that Ludwig wouldn’t have harmed the intruders, even if he does look quite intimidating. Local officers believe the robbers must have heard Ludwig’s Rottweiler-like “growl” and immediately hit the road, leaving the door wide open behind them. The story of this heroic potbellied pig became a sensation throughout Europe. Countless fans have applauded the Canadian-born hog for his loyalty to his owners. But the owners want to ensure people understand that Ludwig
would never hurt anyone. Some fabricated web stories made Ludwig sound more dangerous than he is, so Maughan spoke to the Toronto Star to dispute any defamations against Ludwig’s kindness. “He’s being painted as a vicious creature when he’s actually quite a sweet animal,” he explained. “He didn’t exactly bare his tusks and charge, I don’t think. I think he got absolutely, ‘Arrgh,’ and they just ran for it.” In fact, Maughan detailed that after a two-month separation during their move to England, the pig shed tears during their reunion. Adorable and affectionate, Ludwig would have probably become friends with the intruders in no time. Even if his “bark” is worse than his bite, Ludwig succeeded in keeping his owners safe while also protecting their home. This 240-pound potbellied pig continues to enjoy his comfortable home in Derby and is considered a town hero. Anyone looking for a guard dog may want to consider a hefty hog instead!
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