HOWTO FIND
THEPERFECTSITTER
FOR YOUR FAMILY
Finding the perfect babysitter can be daunting. But as most parents know, sitters are a necessity. Here are some tips to help you find the best sitter for your family.
hourly rate. If you have online candidates, you can read parent reviews to get a better idea of a sitter’s performance and personality. Make sure to run a basic background check on each candidate. Next, check out your potential sitter’s references. Online profiles almost always require them, so don’t be afraid to reach out. Call their references and check your sitter’s other social media profiles to learn more about their personality and hobbies. Finally, run an enhanced background check through your local police department or through a private online service. Once you have compiled a list of candidates, it’s time to conduct interviews. When communicating with candidates you don’t know, remember not to give out too much personal information. Set up phone interviews for the first round, and if you like the candidate, set up an in-person interview in a public place.Your questions should be you’ve lost a separator, just call our office to get a replacement. LOOSE BRACKET Loose brackets can have a negative impact on your treatment progress if not quickly addressed. If a bracket comes off your tooth, call our office andmake an appointment to have it repaired. If the bracket comes loose but is still attached to the wire, you can carefully cut the wire using a pair of nail clippers sterilized in alcohol. WIRE IRRITATION It’s common for patients to experience pain when wires rub against the inside of their cheeks or gums.You can use a cotton swab tomove the wire away from the irritated area of your gums, cover a sharp edge with cotton or dental wax, or carefully clip the wire with scissors or nail clippers sterilized with alcohol.
geared toward your lifestyle and the expectations you have for a
sitter. Make sure you’re on the same page about job specifics, discipline, and responsibilities. If you’re still sold on the candidate after the in-person interview, consider introducing them to your kids to get their opinion on the sitter. Once you’ve decided on the perfect babysitter, make sure to monitor the relationship and ask your sitter and child open and upfront questions after every session. The most important thing to remember is that your sitter must be compatible with the needs of your family. Sometimes, you learn that a perfect candidate is not the right fit
Many people turn to family friends or neighbors to find a trusted sitter, but
searching for a candidate online is also a great option. No
matter where you look, you should start by creating a short list of potential caregivers and screening
for your family. But that’s okay! Once you’ve gone through the process once, finding another sitter will be a breeze.
them for your family’s needs. Review their experience, education, certifications, and
DENTAL 911
HOW TO HANDLE AN ORTHODONTIC EMERGENCY
Orthodontic treatment can be stressful, and it’s easy to panic if things don’t go according to plan. While true orthodontic emergencies are rare, there are still a number of mishaps that can occur. Here are a few common problems we see at the office and what you can do to remedy them. SORE TEETH Aching teeth or general discomfort around the mouth and jaw are common after orthodontic treatment. Dr. Pitner recommends ibuprofen to help alleviate the pain. Make sure to follow safety guidelines on the bottle.You can also gargle with warm salt water or place a heating pad or warm washcloth around your mouth or jaw. LOST SEPARATOR Patients regularly lose separators during treatment, so it’s no cause for alarm. If you notice
If you are experiencing wire irritation, make sure
it’s not being caused by a loose wire, as this is another situation that can harmyour treatment if not fixed right away. Like with a loose bracket, you shouldmake an appointment to have it fixed in office themoment you realize there’s a problem. There are some commonminor issues most patients are able to correct at home. If you fear you’re experiencing amajor issue, don’t hesitate to call the office at 803-781-5225 right away. Even if you do correct aminor issue at home, you should still schedule an appoint to confirm the problemwas addressed properly and that you are not in danger of negatively affecting your orthodontic treatment.
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