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Halloween is this Friday! Are you ready?
If the kids stock up too much, bring the extras to your dentist! We’re buying it back again this year – now through Nov 6.
Exchange for $1/lb, coupons, tooth brushes, or other prizes. Sweets will fill care packages and be sent to our troops overseas.
Know your candies – What are the Worst Candies for your Teeth?
Happy Halloween!
Update Nov 10, 2014: We collected 38 pounds this year! Thank you for helping send these care packages!
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South Carolina’s Tax Free Weekend is Friday, Aug 1st – Sun, Aug 3rd, 2014. Don’t forget to take advantage of the weekend for any back to school needs or other purchases. Here’s a list of some items that may be eligible:
Clothing and Accessories: Including costumes, diapers, handbags, hats, shoes, swimwear, skates, and dance or athletic shoes. No dollar limit given – no rented items, cosmetics, eyewear, or jewelry.
School Supplies: Including calculators, bookbags, books, and lunchboxes. No dollar limit given.
Computers, Printers, and Software: Including printer supplies. No dollar limit given – no cell phones, cameras, e-readers, or MP3 players.
Home Linens: Including sheets, towels, bath mats, pillows, and blankets. No dollar limit given – no curtains, furniture, housewares, or table cloths.
More details at sctax.org.
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It can be quite startling if a dental crown comes off, especially if it’s the front of your mouth. If it’s during business hours, you will want to contact your dentist as soon as possible and try to have it re-cemented. It is important to have it recovered as soon as possible, to prevent the tooth from shifting or moving.
If you are not near the dentist office there are some things you may be able to try.
First you will want to examine the crown and make sure it is still in tact. It should appear like a small bucket. Look at the tooth and look at the crown and try to match the fit, without forcing it. Once placed, carefully bite down to make sure the crown is in place.
There are some temporary dental cement’s on the market to help hold the crown, but Dr. Julian Thomas, a top dentist in Greenville SC, recommends only using toothpaste for temporary retention.
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Flossing your teeth daily is important. This short video from Colgate demonstrates how to floss. Here are the steps per the ADA:
- Use about 18 inches of floss wound around one of your middle fingers, with the rest wound around the opposite middle finger.
- Hold the floss tightly between the thumbs and forefingers and gently insert it between the teeth.
- Curve the floss into a “C” shape against the side of the tooth.
- Rub the floss gently up and down, keeping it pressed against the tooth. Don’t jerk or snap the floss.
- Floss all your teeth. Don’t forget to floss behind your back teeth.
Our dentist recommends you floss daily to live longer. 😉 Seriously though, it’s important. Here’s even more tips on brushing and flossing.
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This is a great article that summarizes a healthy lifestyle and eating habit suggestions. Read the full article here, or these are the excerpt summaries:
“Trans fats are man-made fats, made by “hydrogenating” polyunsaturated vegetable oils. These fats can cause severe harmful effects on metabolism and contribute to many diseases.”
“Whole foods are much healthier than processed foods, which tend to be low in nutrients, high in harmful ingredients and designed to drive overconsumption.”
“Omega-3 fatty acids are very important. They function as structural molecules in the brain and play key roles in important cellular processes.”
“Most experts agree that sugar is harmful and that people are eating too much of it. There is mounting evidence that sugar may be partly responsible for many chronic, Western diseases.”
“Although coffee and caffeine in general are controversial, most people agree that green tea is healthy. It is loaded with antioxidants and has led to major health benefits in many studies.”
“Although carbs are controversial, almost everyone agrees that whole, unrefined sources are much healthier than their refined counterparts.”
“Vegetables are low in calories, but very high in micronutrients, antioxidants and fiber. Many studies show that vegetable consumption is associated with good health.”
“Whole foods are incredibly complex and contain thousands of trace nutrients, many of which science has yet to uncover. No amount of supplements can replace all the nutrients found in whole foods.”
“Extra virgin olive oil is high in healthy monounsaturated fats and loaded with powerful bioactive antioxidants, many of which have anti-inflammatory effects and protect against heart disease.”
“There are many aspects besides nutrition that are just as important for overall health. This includes exercise, managing stress levels and getting adequate sleep.”
“The Best Diet (Or “Way of Eating”) For YOU Is The One You Can Stick To”
Continue reading the full article…
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Hands free in the city of Greenville, or a $100 fine (or more), effective April 1, 2014!
What do you think of Greenville’s new distracted driving ordinance? Join the conversation on our Facebook page or learn more on Greenville City’s website.
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