Dr. Kourosh Maddahi's online newsletter for October 2017
An t i - Ag i ng DENT I STRY
Dr. Kourosh Maddahi
C O S M E T I C & A N T I - A G I N G D E N T I S T R Y
October 2017
Dedicated to the Patient Experience
MEET KATIA ANTONIO
This month, I want to turn the spotlight over to one of our talented staff members, Katia Antonio. I am fortunate to work with many amazing people and a staff dedicated to every detail of service. Every day, they ensure the comfort of every patient who walks through our doors, and they make every moment memorable.
- Dr. Maddahi
I have worked with Dr. Maddahi for the past 11 years. The day I started was one of the best days of my life. On that day, I became a dental assistant. Dr. Maddahi hired me with high expectations. He wanted me to push past my comfort zone and realize my potential. In many ways, Dr. Maddahi served as my tutor. He taught me what I needed to know to excel as dental assistant. Through that tutoring, I eventually became a registered dental assistant. This allowed me provide a greater level of support to patients and to Dr. Maddahi. Since then, my role in the practice has expanded. Today, I still handle many dental assistant duties, but my primary role is as our back office supervisor. In this role, I work closely with patients in a more complete capacity. I like to compare my role to that of “party planner.” I’m here to make sure everything goes off without a hitch, from the time an appointment is scheduled to the day of the appointment. I also work with many of our new patients, getting them situated and helping them feel right at home. As back office supervisor (aka party planner), there can be a lot of pressure at times. When it comes to scheduling, I make sure there are no mistakes. If a case wasn’t properly scheduled or if there is a scheduling conflict, I’m there to take of it and keep things running as smoothly as possible. And keeping things running smoothly is easy when you’re surrounded by such a great team. The environment throughout the practice is nothing but positive. Everyone gets along wonderfully. The way we care about one another, you’d think we were family, rather than “just” co-workers.
This positivity carries over to patient care, as well. Coming in is like coming home. Going to the dentist can be stressful, and we recognize that. That’s why we’re so focused on comfort. It shouldn’t be stressful. It should be relaxing. Over the past 11 years, I’ve learned so much from Dr. Maddahi and all the people I work with, not to mention the patients. As a mother of two, I want the best education for my kids. I want my 14-year-old son and my 9-year-old daughter to learn as much as they can in their youth. A good education goes a long way, which I can speak to from working with Dr. Maddahi. He hasn’t just been a mentor for me, but he’s also been a mentor for my children. My hope is my kids will take what they learn, or the principles of learning, and go after opportunities that I didn’t have when I was younger. I continue to love what I do, and I wouldn’t change it for the world. I get to make a difference in people’s lives. Whether a patient comes in for a cosmetic or general procedure — or for an emergency — they come in for a reason. They want to improve or restore their smile, and they want to leave looking and feeling great, and I get to be a part of that.
– K atia Antonio
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5 FASCINATING
FACTS ABOUT FALL
The end of summer doesn’t have to signal an end to fun. How about sweater weather, Halloween parties, 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 5, 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.
BEFORE AND AFTER
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Your Dental Emergency LET US TREAT
Everyone knows that their local dentist provides dental cleanings, crowns, root canals, and other common procedures, but did you know that we also provide emergency dental care? Just like every hospital has an ER, we
While you’re on your way to the dentist or waiting briefly in the waiting room, handle the broken or knocked out tooth as little as possible. Keep knocked out teeth in a container of your saliva or milk until you’re seen by a professional. A cold, wet cloth can help with any bleeding.
have a team on hand to help with any dental emergency.
But remember, a dental emergency is not always as obvious as a missing tooth. Maybe you’re experiencing severe, unbearable tooth pain, perhaps from an abscessed tooth or other damage. Regardless of the cause, don’t delay. Call our office immediately, and we’ll fit you into the schedule as soon as possible.
The most common emergency dental procedure we offer is treating cracked, knocked out, or broken teeth. Whether you heard a sickening snap as you were chewing on a piece of ice or fell teeth-first into the pavement, we can provide services to alleviate pain and fix your damaged smile. Emergency dental care is especially recommended if a large chunk of your tooth is missing, if there is clear nerve damage to the tooth, or if it’s been dislodged completely.
REFRIED BEAN Poblanos With Cheese This vegetarian meal comes together in less than 15 minutes. It’s the perfect way to avoid takeout on a busy weeknight.
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4 mediumpoblano chilies, halved and seeded 1 (16-ounce) can fat-free refried beans 1 (8.8-ounce) pouch microwaveable cooked long- grain rice
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1/2 cup picante sauce
1 cup (4 ounces) pre-shredded reduced-fat 4-cheese Mexican blend
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Chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions 1. Place chili halves, cut sides up, on a roundmicrowave-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 beanmixture into chili 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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Meet Katia Antonio
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5 Fascinating Facts About Fall
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Before and After Photos
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Emergency Dental Treatment
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Refried Bean Poblanos With Cheese
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The Acropolis of Athens: Tips for Your Trip Back in Time
The Acropolis of Athens:
TIPS FOR YOUR TRIP BACK IN TIME When people think of a vacation to Greece, the first images that come to mind are often the picturesque beaches of Mykonos Island or plates of delicately layered moussaka. But no trip to the cradle of Western civilization would be complete without a visit to one of the most incredible historical sites in the world: the ancient Acropolis of Athens.
close to 8 a.m. as possible. A four-day pass to peruse the Parthenon, the temples of Athena and Zeus, and many other world-famous sites costs around
12 euros, but keep in mind you can visit each site only once per pass. Due to the scorching heat that hits the area in the summer, you may want to visit during late winter or early spring. To absorb the incredible history of this ancient monument, it’s a good idea to either pay for the audio guide as you enter or go to the “Watch, Read, Listen” section of ricksteves.com and download his audio guide for free. You can also get a full tour from a local guide. Head to toursbylocals. com/Athens-Tours to find the perfect guide for your trip.
Around 468 B.C., while Athens was enjoying its status as the greatest cultural hub of the era, Pericles initiated a robust reconstruction of the Acropolis. Almost half of the population was on the public payroll during the project, generating what would become many of the most memorable structures in history, including the famous Parthenon. Today, the ruins of the Acropolis still stand, a testament to the ingenuity of one of the most advanced civilizations of the classical age. If you plan on exploring the breathtaking ruins and the Acropolis Museum, which houses over 4,000 artifacts from the site, it’s a good idea to avoid the Mediterranean cruise hordes and get there early, as
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