ELEVATE YOUR END-OF-YEAR HOLIDAYS
GO HUNTING OUTDOORS Work off that Thanksgiving meal by
The end-of-year holidays are festive but famously stressful, with fighting crowds and busting budgets. Here are five ideas to elevate your holidays by embracing new, simple family traditions. SHOP-LOCAL FRIDAY Avoid door-busting Black Friday crowds by shopping locally. Visit nearby shops as a family and try out their offerings. Or stay even closer to home by gamifying Black Friday into an online scavenger hunt. Make a shopping list and see who can find the best deals on each item.
end of December this year. Consider making gifts rather than buying them. Purchase supplies for a crafting or baking session and encourage your kids to create keepsakes or treats for loved ones, such as beaded jewelry, photo albums, trinket trays, original storybooks, artwork, cookies, or candy. Your kids will see that many recipients value their effort in making gifts more than the money spent on purchased ones. A YEAR OF MEMORIES The year’s end is a time to remember special people and events. Decorate a glass Memory Jar and ask each family member to recall a few favorite happenings or activities from the past year. Record each one on a slip of paper, drop them into the Memory Jar, make it the centerpiece for a family meal, and take turns pulling out and reading each other’s memories. This simple ritual can spark plenty of fun, plus warm conversations about the abundance that families share.
visiting a nearby park or trail for a hike and scavenger hunt. Give each family member a list of items to find. Small children might look for a pinecone or sparkly rock, while teens could hunt for a bird’s nest or a particular tree species. Your kids will learn about nature while enjoying some adventurous competition. FRIENDSGIVING If you aren’t overwhelmed by relatives during Thanksgiving, consider letting your children plan their own Friendsgiving celebration. This relatively new holiday has become a popular way to relax with your besties, and hosting a kids’ version can help children strengthen social ties. Serve Thanksgiving leftovers or let the kids plan the menu. YEAR-END GIFT FEST Three gift-giving holidays — Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa — all fall near the
Common Sedation Dentistry Myths Debunked!
Despite the growing popularity of sedation dentistry, there are still many myths about the safety, effectiveness, and use in dental care. Let’s clear up some common myths surrounding sedation dentistry! MYTH 1: SEDATION DENTISTRY IS ONLY FOR MAJOR PROCEDURES Fact: Many believe that sedation is just for major or invasive dental treatments, such as oral surgery. However, sedation can be used for routine procedures and cleanings, too! Patients with severe anxiety, a sensitive gag reflex, or trouble sitting still for long periods can all benefit from sedation. MYTH 2: SEDATION DENTISTRY IS UNSAFE Fact: Sedation is extremely safe when administered by a licensed and trained dental professional. Our professionals are trained to assess a patient’s health status and medical history before administering any
sedative. Different levels of sedation are used depending on the procedure and patient needs for a safe and comfortable experience. MYTH 3: YOU WILL BE COMPLETELY UNCONSCIOUS DURING SEDATION Fact: Most patients believe dental sedation means they’ll be completely under, but that’s not typically the case. There are different levels of sedation, including minimal sedation (where you're relaxed while awake) and moderate sedation (where you are still conscious but may not remember much of the procedure.) General anesthesia, where you're fully unconscious, is rarely used. MYTH 4: SEDATION DENTISTRY IS ONLY FOR PATIENTS WITH ANXIETY Fact: While sedation is commonly used to ease dental anxiety, it’s not the only reason to consider it. Patients with sensitive teeth, a low pain threshold, difficulty getting numb,
or those requiring extensive dental work may benefit from sedation as well. It allows patients to undergo multiple procedures in one visit. MYTH 5: SEDATION DENTISTRY IS EXPENSIVE Fact: Sedation certainly may add to the overall cost of treatment, but the expense is often manageable and may even be covered by insurance. For many patients, the benefits of sedation — including comfort and reduced anxiety — outweigh the additional cost.
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