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Well, that’s it for summer, folks. We had a great couple of months camping all over the state, and we really enjoyed our annual Redfish Lake trip at the very end. We took the whole family up in the trailer, including my wife’s parents, and everyone had a great time. Now, though, it’s back to school and back to work for us all. That work is made easier with the right equipment, which is why we’re so thrilled about our new 3-D X-ray machine. We’ve already seen some great results, especially when it comes to placing dental implants. Not all general practice dentists do implant work, but I learned how during my residency, and Dr. Rigby took some great continuing education courses to learn the skill himself. We’ve been doing implants for almost a decade now, and thanks to our new technology, it’s only getting better. The 3-D X-ray, in particular, has really streamlined our job. We’ve spent a lot of time with it to learn the ins and outs, and we’ve found that it’s perfect for guided implant surgery. Traditionally, implants are placed where we think they need to go, and it’s as much an art as it is a science. Of course, with our experience, we’ve never run into any problems doing it that way. But with the 3-D X-ray, we
can get very precise. We use the device to make a surgical guide — basically a bite registration with a hole in it. The implant goes in the hole and fits into exactly the right place. All of this makes things much easier on the patient, who experiences less discomfort and more confidence in the procedure. We’re putting it to good use, too, especially in places where it would have been tricky to get an implant before. This is really the best all-around result for the patient, and we think that the 3-D X-ray is only going to become more useful in the future. Thanks to our exciting new technology, our fall is off to a great start, and I hope yours is as well. With football season and Boise State games kicking off, we may see you down at Albertsons Stadium supporting the blue and orange! Or perhaps we’ll chat about the NFL during your next visit. Like my grandmother before me, I’m a die-hard Dolphins fan hoping for a great season. Either way, I’m looking forward to your next appointment.
-Dr. Booth
Have a great month,
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Kids can be picky eaters. This is a fact recognized by parents and restaurants alike — hence the classic children’s menu featured at many restaurants around the country. These menus are virtually identical: chicken tenders, mac and cheese, grilled cheese, french fries, and so on. Kids’ menus are loaded with fried foods and cheap carbs. Some parents love the kids’ menu. It makes deciding on food easier. Or, at least, that’s what we tell ourselves. Kids’ menus are populated with foods practically every kid loves. But they have a dark side. Aside from poor nutrition, the kids’ menu changes the family dynamic. In an interview with Eater.com, television chef and host Alton Brown (who you may know from “Good Eats,” “Iron Chef America,” and “Cutthroat Kitchen”) said, “Never, ever, ever, ever, ever let your kid eat from the children’s menu at restaurants and never, ever, ever make your kid special food to allow them to avoid whatever the family is eating.” Why? During his “Alton Brown Live!” tour, he explained that it comes down to control. By giving kids the option of the children’s menu, you relinquish culinary control to your kids. The next time you go out as a family or you make a delicious meal at home, they are more likely to demand “their” food. This is a habit a child can quickly adopt — and a habit that’s tough to break. Kids are picky eaters because, as parents and adults, we let them be picky eaters. We perpetuate bad habits. But it doesn’t have to be this way. In a Mom.me article, Dr. Cara Natterson suggests kids eat Do More Harm Than Good? Do Kids’ Menus
what the rest of the family eats. For instance, let them indulge in the appetizer menu, then build up to the entrée menu and let them share and sample your food. Encourage culinary exploration. When you encourage your kids to avoid the children’s menu, you give them an opportunity to expand their flavor horizons. More importantly, it helps them make healthier choices that aren’t loaded with fat and empty carbs. Make going out to dinner a learning experience, and before you know it, the phrase “kids’ menu” will have disappeared from your family’s vocabulary.
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How to Do the Least Damage to Your Teeth THIS HALLOWEEN
Gummy worms. Besides being high in sugar, these candies, and really anything sour and gummy, are among the most acidic. Highly acidic foods wear down the enamel of your teeth, regardless of how much sugar is involved. Anything sticky. We’re looking at you, caramel. Anything you can’t eat with braces is probably too sticky for your teeth. Bit O’ Honeys and Tootsie Rolls are among the worst offenders. On the other hand, some candies are much easier on your pearly whites: • Dark chocolate • Sugarless gum and other sugarless candies made with stevia or other sugar substitutes • Candy bars with nuts
Oil and water. Drinking and driving. Dentists and Halloween. There are some things that do not mix. But, what if we told you that most dentists go trick-or-treating with their kids and even sneak a treat or two from their kids’ buckets? Dentists know better than anyone else how unrealistic it is to keep people from eating extra sweets during Valentine’s Day, Halloween, and Christmas. But there’s a smart way to indulge in seasonal treats without seriously damaging your teeth. First and foremost, Halloween night might be the most important night of the year to brush your teeth. That should be obvious. Now that we’ve established that, let’s look at two candies that you should partake of sparingly, or just avoid altogether: Lollipops. When it comes to how bad something is for your teeth, frequency and length of exposure is more harmful than quantity. Theoretically, it’s better for your teeth to eat five candy bars than one sucker (it’s just not as good for your waistline). Lollipops will rest millimeters from your teeth for 10–20 minutes.
So, enjoy yourself, be deliberate about your candy, and remember that Halloween is game time for your toothbrush.
This vegetarian meal comes together in less than 15 minutes. It’s the perfect way to avoid takeout on a busy weeknight. Poblanos With Cheese REFRIED BEAN
Directions 1. Place chili halves, cut sides up, on a round microwave-safe plate. Cover with wax paper; microwave on high 3 minutes. 2. While chilies cook, combine beans, rice, and picante sauce in a medium bowl, stirring well. Spoon bean mixture into chili Ingredients • 4 medium poblano chilies, halved and seeded • 1 (16-ounce) can fat-free refried beans • 1 (8.8-ounce) pouch microwaveable cooked long- grain rice
• 1/2 cup picante sauce • 1 cup (4 ounces) pre- shredded reduced-fat 4-cheese Mexican blend • Chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
halves. Cover with wax paper; microwave on high 2 minutes. 3. Uncover chilies, sprinkle each half with 2 tablespoons cheese, and microwave on high 1–2 minutes or until cheese melts. Sprinkle with cilantro, if desired.
Recipe courtesy of CookingLight.com.
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About Fall
The end of summer doesn’t have to signal an end to fun. How about those Halloween parties, sweater weather, and football season? The list goes on and on. In fact, fall might be the most interesting season of them all. Here are five facts you probably didn’t know about the season. 1. It was originally called “harvest.” In a world that was far more agricultural, the season was defined by the harvesting of crops. It’s also a reference to the harvest moon, which was essential to farmers during the season. 2. Fall babies tend to be impressive. Not only does the world’s most common birthday, October 5th, land in fall, but those babies have built an impressive resume. The British Department for Education found that they tend to do better in school, and also tend to live longer.
3. Weight gain is most common in the fall. It’s not only the Halloween candy or Thanksgiving turkey. Researchers believe it’s primarily caused by lower levels of vitamin D. As the days shorten and temperatures drop, we tend to get less sun. It’s another reason to be careful about diet and exercise this season. 4. Autumn is good for the economy. “Leaf peeping,” which is a slang term for fall foliage tourism, is more than just a funny name. It’s also a $3 billion industry in New England alone. 5. People fall in love more in the fall. Men and women’s testosterone levels tend to spike in the autumn, which makes women even more attractive to men. A data study on Facebook also found that more people change their relationship status from “single” to “in a relationship” during the fall than any other season.
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