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HEALTH & WELLNESS
Digital eyestrain symptoms
• Burning
• Itchy or tired
• Increased headaches
• Fatigue
• Blurry vision
• Head and neck pain
The best way to properly monitor eye and
vision health is to make sure your child gets a
comprehensive eye exam every year.
KEEP YOUR TEETH & GUMS
HEALTHY
A big smile can say a lot about your overall
health, so if you’ve been skipping out on
the dentist, you may want to schedule your
visit. A yearly dental visit protects against
poor oral health that can lead to greater
problems down the road. Good oral hygiene,
including brushing at least twice a day with a
fluoride toothpaste and flossing, can protect
against the damaging effects of gum disease.
Gingivitis is a mild form of gum disease that
is due to plaque and tartar buildup on teeth,
leaving gums red, swollen, and irritated.
When left untreated, gingivitis can advance
to periodontitis. A more serious and painful
disease, periodontitis causes gums to pull
away from teeth, allowing bacteria to build in
the pockets between. Due to the infection and
inflammation, your body’s natural reaction
is to fight the bacteria, which can lead to
breakdown of the bones and tissue around
your teeth.
Studies also suggest that poor oral health is
related to systemic diseases including diabetes,
oral cancer, stroke, and heart disease. Routine
visits to your dentist can identify oral problems
before they become painful and more serious.
So how can you protect your pearly whites
against long-term health concerns?
• Schedule routine checkups with your
dental professional.
• Brush your teeth twice a day.
• Floss daily (you may not see immediate
benefits, but you’ll be saving your gum
health in the long run).
• Eat a balanced diet to get the proper
nutrients your teeth and gums need to stay
strong.
• Drink lots of water!
• Quit smoking; it is one of the most
significant risk factors in developing gum
disease.
• Replace your toothbrush every three
months.
NO BONES ABOUT IT
Is your job a pain in the neck? If you work
in a sedentary environment, your response is
probably yes. Musculoskeletal pain is caused by
excessive sitting throughout the day, leading to
slouching, hunching over, and muscles in your
body going without use for hours. Studies are
finding that although a regular workout routine
helps, it won’t combat the constant weight on
your rump. Although some offices are moving
toward healthier options, such as convertible
stand up/sit down desks or treadmill desks (if
you have the skill to think and walk at the same
time), most of us have to face our chairs every
day. What a pain!
There are ways to prevent the negative
effects, such as stiffness and poor circulation,
of constant sitting:
• Get up and move! If you find yourself
sitting for extended periods of time, you
need to break the habit. Schedule an alarm
for every 30 minutes to get up and take a
lap around your office. Manage your time
effectively by going to pick up your paper
from the printer or grabbing a glass of
Because there is so much to see
FALL IN LOVE WITH
YOUR NEW LOOK
Call our office to schedule your appointment today.
• Comprehensive vision and
eye health evaluations • Fashionable eyewear for
the entire family
• Complete contact lens
services, including scleral
lens fits • New patients welcome
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