J. Sabo - December 2019

Horsing Around

Meet a Different Kind of Therapy Animal

Patients suffering from all manner of ailments blossom when Peyo comes to visit, laughing and smiling while being nudged by his soft nose. He seems to have a keen sense for patients who are truly suffering, and though his handler is always nearby, Peyo often chooses which rooms to enter of his own volition. Having a horse in a hospital room may not sound very sanitary, but Peyo goes through a strict grooming regimen to be deemed hygienic enough to be around patients. His hooves are greased, his mane and tail are braided, and his entire body is rubbed down with antibacterial lotion before being covered by a blanket.

Horses have been loyal and useful companions to humans for centuries. But unbeknownst to many who fear these long-legged, 1,000-plus-pound mammals, horses are also naturally intuitive and extremely sensitive to the moods of people around them. These traits make them excellent therapy animals for those with autism, cerebral palsy, chronic illnesses, and PTSD, among many more. In fact, there are dedicated horse-riding camps geared toward chronically ill children and adults all over the world. However, riding horses isn’t the only way to benefit from equine therapy; horses are also fantastic comfort animals that can relieve anxiety and promote a positive environment for bedridden patients — as long as the doorway is big enough. Meet Peyo, the 14-year-old “love stallion” from Dijon, France, who is cheering up chronically ill patients one nuzzle at a time. This accomplished artistic dressage competitor accompanies his owner, Hassen Bouchakour, on visits to hospitals and nursing homes, bringing joy with every clop of his hooves.

Before Peyo became a therapy horse, he was almost put up for sale by Bouchakour, who had a hard time wrangling Peyo’s fiery personality. But, over time, when they traveled to shows and competitions together, Bouchakour noticed the horse was drawn to the injured and disabled and would instantly calm at their touch. “It is one of the most pure, honest, and sweet things,” Bouchakour says. “They like each other very much without asking for anything else.”

Conservative Treatment Options for Whitening and Improving Your Smile Say Cheese!

As you prepare for holiday photos and parties, you may be nervous about your smile dampening your style. If you shuddered reading that statement, you’re not alone. Many people are uncomfortable with their teeth because of wear and discoloration. If you’re hiding behind discolored teeth, you should know there are options, and we can offer you so much more than just a set of pearly whites.

prevent it from occurring in the future. We don’t want to just treat the symptoms and make your teeth whiter. We want to give you a healthy, working smile that you love to show off. Most of us are born with strong enamel covering our teeth. This enamel protects the internal dentin and nerve. Dr. Sabo prefers to approach aesthetic changes in the smile in a conservative manner, saving as much enamel as possible without compromising our desired outcome. With discoloration of the front teeth, we typically start with the least- invasive treatment option. For example, microabrasion is a minimally invasive treatment that gently prepares the area for restorative resins to remineralize or mask areas of damage. Sometimes, the desire for change is dramatic enough that a more involved procedure is needed to achieve the effect. Veneers are a great example of how we may create a more significant change to your smile. Dr. Sabo and her team love to discuss the potential in every smile, touching on the risks and benefits of all treatment options so you may make the best decision for you. We want to make sure you have lifelong confidence in your smile, and our goal will always be to marry beauty and function to protect the look and integrity of your smile. Don’t hide behind your hand or mustache any longer. You can laugh bigger and smile brighter with a makeover treatment plan designed by you for you. Learn more about how Dr. Sabo and her team can help you by calling 951.769.1616 to set up a consultation.

At Dr. Sabo’s office, our first concern is functionality. What’s most important is ensuring your upper and

bottom teeth work together for optimal functionality. Our team will determine what caused the discoloration and how can we

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