With the year quickly coming to a close, it's easy to
lose track of time and find yourself scrambling at the
last minute to make plans with friends and family and buy
gifts for the holidays. To help you avoid making the
same mistakes as last year, follow these tips for a
stress-free holiday season.
Plan your holiday shopping early:
Whether the gifts are big or small and the holiday dinner
ham or turkey, it's never too early to plan ahead.
Outline a budget and make note of everything you will
need to purchase early to avoid that last minute holiday
rush and dinner disaster.
Make a list and check it twice:
Write down the names of all the people you need to
remember this holiday season. Whether they're receiving
a gift, a card, or a dinner invitation, you don't want to
forget anyone during the holidays.
Have a plan B:
While November was unseasonably warm, don't assume that
this will be a continued trend in December. Be prepared
for snow storms and whatever else Mother Nature might
have in store for us. With road closures and flight
cancellations being common during this time of year, it
is always smart to budget extra travel time and make
alternate travel plans.
Be mindful of your oral health:
It is okay to indulge in all the holiday treats and
feasts, but don't forget about your teeth! Although
travelling can disrupt your regular brushing and flossing
routine, we want you to welcome the New Year with a
healthy smile!
Happy Holidays from Our Family to Yours
We would like to take this opportunity to say "Thank You"
to you, our valued patients, for a wonderful 2015. We
wish you and your family a safe and happy holiday season
and look forward to seeing you in the New Year.
Hopefully this past year you've had a positive experience with us; we've certainly enjoyed having you. If you have a few free minutes we'd love it if you'd share your Wellington Aurora Dental experience with us.
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How Smoking Affects Your Teeth
The effects of smoking have been the focus of health campaigns for many years now. Campaigns often focus on the lung and heart problems linked to smoking. Our team would like to offer you oral health related reasons to turn your back on tobacco.
While the effects of tobacco use on your heart and lungs may be hidden from public view, the effects on your oral health are often as clear as the smile on your face. Smoking contributes to many dental problems.
Smoking increases the risk of oral cancer, which can progresses rapidly and can be deadly if not diagnosed and treated early.
Smoking also increases the risk of gum disease, one of the leading causes of adult tooth decay and loss.
Smoking tends to delay healing after oral surgery.
Smoking damages gum tissue, causing receding gums, temperature sensitivity and eventual tooth loss.
Smoking can cause bad breath.
Not inhaling does not reduce the risk of dental problems. The toxins in cigarettes and cigars increase the risk of oral cancer and gum disease. Even 'smokeless' tobaccos contain these toxins.
Quitting, or not starting, smoking is the only answer. Talk to your dentist about getting help!
Healthy One Pot Meals
There's just something so great about getting cozy with a warm bowl of soup or stew as the season turns colder. The best part is how easy it is to make these one-pot meals - in fact, it is easier than preparing your average dinner at home, which usually involves preparing multiple recipes to get a balanced meal.