Dr. Kourosh Maddahi - January 2020
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JANUARY 2020
A Bright and Vibrant New You for the New Year!
With the start of a new year — and a new decade —many people have their sights set on self-improvement. They’re setting goals and asking, “What can I do better?” One of the single most common New Year’s resolutions is “I want a new smile.” People want to finally take the necessary steps to get the smile they have always dreamed of. Or they simply want to improve their smile in some way — but kept putting it off for any number of reasons. Now, come January, they’re looking in the mirror and saying, “Now is the time.” Improving your smile is a great goal to set. Not only is it a phenomenal way to boost your confidence, but it’s also a great way to improve the overall health of your mouth. It’s a goal that comes with many benefits! The question is, how do you work toward the goal of a “new smile” — or a “healthier, more vibrant, smile”? There are many other resolutions you can set right now that will improve your health and the health of your mouth. For example, resolving to consume less sugar or eliminating it from your diet altogether can have tremendous benefits for your smile. For one, reducing your sugar intake means you lower the potential to develop cavities, tartar buildup, and tooth decay — three things that can disrupt the health and appearance of your teeth and gums. There are so many things that contain sugar that it’s easy to eliminate sources here and there, but taking steps to really combat it can make a difference. Cutting back on sugar —drinking less juice, cutting down on smoothies, coffee drinks, or desserts — also comes with the added benefit of weight loss and a clearer mind. Sugar is one of the unhealthiest substances many of us consume on a daily basis, and we do it knowing it’s bad for us! So, we have to take steps to cut it. But it’s worth it when you look at all the benefits — healthier teeth, a healthier body, and a healthier mind! When it comes to brighter, whiter teeth, there are many other goals you can set to achieve that pearly white smile. Our teeth often lose their luster when we consume staining foods and drinks. I talk about drinks that stain teeth from time to time, but I can’t stress enough the effects coffee and tea have on the appearance of teeth. The same can be said for red and green juices.
While you don’t necessarily have to give up your favorite drinks, just remember to drink coffee and tea with a lid or a straw. The same applies to red and green juices. Red wine, however, can be more challenging. Most people wouldn’t dream of drinking red wine through a straw. A straw will alter the flavor and aroma of the wine and you won’t get the full experience, but it’s important to realize that over time, red wine will stain and dull the appearance of your teeth. To get around this, whitening strips are an option. We developed the Lumineux Oral Essentials Whitening Strips as an at-home way to restore luster to your teeth. In the new year, if you are thinking about how you can reintroduce that luster to your teeth, whitening strips may be your first step in accomplishing the goal of a brighter, whiter smile! Now, if you have concerns that your smile is affecting your confidence, I encourage you to consider a consultation. It may be that regular brushing and flossing are not enough, or whitening strips leave much to be desired. Or you may have issues regarding chipped or broken teeth. You don’t have to live with these issues any longer. No matter the issue, there are answers. All you have to do is set your goal and then take the steps to see your goals through to the end. A brighter, vibrant smile is possible. You can have the smile you’ve always dreamed about. Let’s make this your year!
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3 Beauty Benefits of a Healthy Diet You Are What You Eat
Bright Eyes According to the Age-Related Eye Disease Study, upon which both the American Optometric Association (AOA) and the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) rely, nutrient- dense foods are key for bright,
People can take a thousand different things into consideration when choosing their diet. Maybe they have allergies, need to control a health condition, or need to gain or lose weight — or maybe they just want clear skin, bright eyes, and healthy hair.
That’s right: What you eat impacts not only your health and weight but also your features! The starting line for both health and beauty is your plate, and it’s possible to eat your way to victory (or, at the very least, a vast improvement). To set yourself up for beautiful skin, eyes, and hair, check out the diet advice below.
healthy eyes. Nine foods in particular top the list: fish, nuts and legumes, seeds, citrus fruits, leafy greens, carrots, sweet potatoes, beef, and eggs. Of course, drinking plenty of water is recommended too!
Clear Skin Research on the topic is still underway, but Medical News Today reports mounting evidence that eating more omega-3 fatty acids and slow-digesting foods and less dairy can help reduce acne. Some evidence shows that during puberty, acne is more common because our bodies produce more of the growth factor IGF-1. Unfortunately, many dairy products and quick-digesting, high-glycemic-index foods, like sweet cereals, white breads, and enriched pastas, also raise the level of IGF-1 in the body. However, foods with plenty of omega-3s — like fish, nuts, wild rice, spinach, and kale — can reduce inflammation and help calm breakouts.
Lustrous Locks Your hair’s appearance and how fast it grows do depend on age and genetics, but diet also plays a role. According to HealthLine.com, protein, biotin, and antioxidants all help hair grow and/or safeguard your follicles. Try adding more eggs, berries, spinach, fatty fish, sweet potatoes, avocados, nuts, seeds, sweet peppers, oysters, shrimp, soybeans, and lean red meats to your diet to reap those benefits.
Experience the Magic of Same-Day Dental Implants
Thanks to advances in dental technology and methodology, same-day dental implants are a real option. This type of dental implant is designed for people who want to transform their smile — they want a beautiful, vibrant smile. They also want to transform their smile as quickly as possible. After all, when you have a busy lifestyle, time can be even more precious.
information he needs to begin formulating a plan. The more information he has about your mouth, the better.
After the initial exam, you will also receive Galileos 3D X-rays. Galileos is a revolutionary CT scanning instrument, but it’s a fraction of the size of most medical scanners. The 14-second scan gives Dr. Maddahi a complete three- dimensional view of your mouth, which helps the doctor and our dental implant specialist put together the plan. Planning is the biggest part of same-day dental implants. Dental implants can be complex, which means coordination is an absolute must. Every single part of the procedure is meticulously planned so you can get through the procedure and leave with the smile you envisioned! You can learn more about same-day dental implants on our website at drmaddahi.com/cosmetic-dentistry/dental-implants/same- day-implants . Here you will find all the steps that go into a successful appointment. If you’re ready to schedule a complimentary consultation, you can reach us at 888.597.9470, and we’ll help you take your first steps to your new smile for the new year!
We’re here to meet the specific needs of our patients, and that includes offering same-day dental implants. How do we do it?
It starts with a thorough, private consultation. Meet with Dr. Maddahi to go over your complete dental history, including a look at any previous dental implant surgery or other tooth replacement procedures you may have had. You and the doctor also go through your medical history and talk about your current health. Dr. Maddahi wants to make sure you are candidate for same-day dental implants.
Then the doctor examines your jaw, teeth, and gums, and takes any necessary X-rays as well as impressions. This will give Dr. Maddahi
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3 Common Foods to Rethink
Grocery store shelves are lined with foods claiming to be “heart-healthy” and “all-natural.” Food makers love to throw buzzwords at consumers in order to convince us one product is better than another. The problem is a lot of the foods that manufacturers are selling us aren’t as healthy as the labels lead us to believe. In some cases, it can border on deception, and when you dig deeper, you discover the buried truth. Fruit juice is a prime example. Many parents buy it because it’s not soda and kids like the taste. It has a few essential vitamins and minerals, but most of the nutritional value is stripped out in the juice-making process, and fruit juice is loaded with sugar — even “no sugar added” varieties. Many experts note that there is almost no nutritional difference between fruit juice with sugar added (generally labeled as “juice cocktail” or “juice drink”) and 100% fruit juice. Smoothies are often advertised as being chock-full of fruits and vegetables, but consider what else you’re getting: sugar. Additionally, many smoothies aren’t nutritionally balanced, and while you may be getting a good source of vitamins A and C, you may be depriving yourself of other key nutrients, This delicious recipe provides all the comfort of Chinese takeout but none of the guilt. Make it once and it’ll become a weekly staple. Vegan Fried Rice DIRECTIONS 1. Rinse rice until water runs clear. Cook rice as instructed on package with 1 cup water. 2. While rice is cooking, prepare chives. Set aside. 3. Also while rice cooks, crumble tofu over a fine strainer. As you crumble tofu, press it into the strainer to release as much water as possible. Let drain. Press and drain again. 4. Once rice is cooked, set aside. In a nonstick pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. 5. Crumble tofu into the hot pan, cooking until brown. 6. Add chives and cook for 1 minute longer. 7. Add cooked rice and mirin, cooking until rice is dry. (You can make rice one day in advance to dry it out even more.) 8. Turn off the heat and add soy sauce, tossing until fully incorporated. 9. Add salt to taste and serve Inspired by TheLazyBroccoli.com INGREDIENTS • 2/3 cup brown rice • 1 cup water • 2/3 cup chives, chopped 1 block tofu, extra firm • • • • • 2 tsp vegetable oil 1 tsp mirin, optional 2 tsp soy sauce Salt, to taste
including protein. There are countless ways to make smoothies, so watch out for mass-marketed varieties. When you want a smoothie, stick to making your own or find a smoothie shop that offers smoothies with wholesome and complete ingredients (and no added sugar). And drink it through a straw in order to protect your teeth from acidic and staining ingredients! Agave nectar has become the sweetener of choice for many people. It’s been marketed as less-processed than white sugar. Agave nectar, which is just sugar syrup (nectar is another marketing term), is paired with buzzwords like “organic” and “all-natural.” But here’s the kicker: The sugars in agave nectar are almost entirely fructose. A study published in The Journal of Clinical Investigation found that consuming high amounts of fructose leads to insulin resistance. It gets worse: Agave nectar actually contains more fructose than high fructose corn syrup per serving! Countless more foods in your grocery store want you to believe that they’re good for you when they’re really not. In the end, it’s best to read the nutritional label and ingredient list to know what you’re eating or drinking — especially when sugar is involved. Refer a friend, get a brighter smile!
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A Bright and Vibrant New You for the New Year! 3 Ways a Healthy Diet Can Improve Your Looks You Can Have Same-Day Dental Implants ‘Healthy’ Foods That Are Far From Healthy Vegan Fried Rice Unique Food Tracking Apps to Check Out in 2020 INSIDE 436 N. Roxbury Dr. #202 Beverly Hills, CA 90210
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Your Diet’s High-Tech Helper Unique Food Tracking Apps to Check Out in 2020
My Macros+ Developed by weightlifters, this app is tailor-made for people who have serious fitness goals and want to track their macronutrients (macros) — carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. With more than 1.5 million food items to choose from, a weight- tracking component, and more, My Macros+ covers all your bases. Reviewers rave about the app’s flexible goal-setting feature, which allows for intermittent fasting, calorie/carbohydrate cycling, and meal plans that include 6–8 meals per day. Ate Ate bills itself as a “visual, mindful, and non- judgmental” food tracking app. Unlike most options on the market, Ate focuses on feelings rather than numbers. Instead of counting calories, its users snap photos of their meals
If you’re the type to make New Year’s resolutions, then there’s a good chance health and fitness goals are among your targets for 2020. According to the New York Post, more than 55% of News Year’s resolutions made by Americans in 2018 were health-related, covering topics like exercising more, losing weight, and eating more nutritious foods. It’s easy to set resolutions, but it’s much harder to keep them. Luckily, we live in an age where high-tech tools are at our fingertips. Having a diet and exercise assistant in your pocket (literally) in the form of a smartphone app can do wonders for staying on track, and these days your options go far beyond one-size-fits-all calorie counters like MyFitnessPal. Here are two apps to check out if you’re hoping to discover a new you this new year.
and input why they ate —whether they were hungry, stressed, or socializing — and how the meal made them feel. It’s an ideal strategy for those worried that too much data could trigger an obsession or disordered eating. Once you find a food tracking app you like, try pairing it with other tools that can help you meet your goals. Whether you need help shopping for healthier foods, making smart choices when eating out, or finding nutritious recipes with ingredients you have at home, there’s an app for that. Just pull up your phone’s app store and start searching!
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