YOUR HEALTH ROUTINE Spring Into Wellness
REFRESHING WAYS TO REVITALIZE
Spring is the season of renewal and rejuvenation, so there’s no better time to revitalize your health and wellness routine. New routines can boost your motivation and keep you engaged. From workouts to diet, it’s time to get out and take advantage of the sunshine!
to the pool. Nature is full of challenging and fun activities, so take advantage of the warm weather before the next winter arrives. Spice Up Your Routine If you’re into yoga or weight training, try new exercises. A new routine ensures you won’t miss any muscles while keeping you engaged. When the treadmill becomes a dreadmill , do your cardio on an elliptical or stationary bike. Grab some free weights if you’re starting to find weight machines dull. There’s always an alternative to keep things interesting.
partner can keep you safe if you're weight training. Consider enrolling in a class if you have trouble finding someone to work out with. Not only can you learn new fitness tips and tricks, but you can also make friends. Springify Your Diet Winter typically involves plenty of warm comfort meals, such as soups and hot chocolate, but spring is blooming with other options. It offers an array of refreshing and delightfully light dishes. Strawberries, pineapples, and avocados are best these months, along with many other delicious foods perfect for salads and smoothies. Shake up spring and keep to your regimen. There’s no better time to build healthy habits, especially in May’s warm weather. Take a jog with a friend, and afterward, enjoy a strawberry smoothie, and you’ll surely have an exceptional season.
Get Outside Winter is fierce, unrelenting, and notorious for derailing outdoor fitness routines. It’s finally warm enough to exercise outside, so mix things up and get outside. Jump on a bike and ride through the wind. Slip on your jogging shoes and run through the neighborhood. Put on your swimsuit and head
Find Friends A workout buddy can keep you invested in your routine. They’ll keep you motivated and accountable — it’s much harder to skip a workout if someone’s relying on you. Even better, a
A Word From Cheyenne & Ashlee Suffering From Sensitive Teeth? Find Out Why and How to Treat It
Have you ever taken a bite of a popsicle or ice cream or a sip of hot tea or coffee and felt a sharp ping or pain? Or perhaps brushing and flossing sometimes make you cringe? If so, you may be suffering from sensitive teeth. Several factors can contribute to tooth sensitivity, including: • Tooth decay (cavities) • Eroded tooth enamel • Cracked or fractured teeth • Exposed tooth roots • Worn-out fillings • Gum disease In healthy teeth, the crowns (the part above the gum line) are protected by enamel, while cementum covers the tooth root below the gum line. Beneath the enamel and cementum is a layer called dentin. Dentin is softer than enamel and
Fortunately, sensitive teeth can be treated, and the appropriate method depends on the underlying cause. Potential treatments include:
• Desensitizing Toothpaste: This contains ingredients that block the transmission of sensations from the tooth surface to the nerve and may require several uses before effectiveness is noticeable. • Crowns, Inlays, or Bonding: These procedures can repair flaws or decay that may be causing sensitivity. • Fluoride Gel: When applied in a dental office, this treatment strengthens tooth enamel and lessens sensation transmission. • Surgical Gum Graft: If gum tissue has receded from the root, this procedure can cover the root, protect it, and decrease sensitivity. • Root Canal: For severe and persistent sensitivity that can't be addressed with other treatments, a root canal may be necessary to resolve the issue. Proper oral hygiene is the best way to safeguard your teeth from painful sensitivity. If you have concerns about tooth sensitivity or your daily oral hygiene routine, give us a call today!
cementum and contains tiny tubules (small hollow channels). When the protective enamel or cementum is worn away, these tubules allow external factors like heat, cold, or sugary foods to stimulate the nerves inside the tooth, potentially causing pain. Dentin can also become exposed due to receding gums, leading to increased sensitivity.
–Cheyenne & Ashlee Registered Dental Hygienists
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