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Patio weather and family get-together's are just around the corner. If you've been thinking about rejuvenating your smile, you're not alone! The warmer weather seems to elicit more frequent smiles. If yours has lost some of its luster over the years, speak to us, there is a lot we can do to help bring out its natural beauty.

April is Oral Health Month
Your oral health is directly related to your overall health and quality of life. More and more we are finding that your mouth offers early warning signs of other health conditions. Learn more about your oral health here and here. If you would like to come in for a cleaning and a check up of your oral health give us a call today or click here to request an appointment.

April also hosts National Dental Hygienists Week April 11-17, Daffodil Month in support of Cancer Awareness and April 22 is Earth Day.

We hope you had a great long weekend and were able to spend it relaxing. More likely you may have started the spring cleaning process around your house. Before you undertake any spring cleaning task we suggest you make a list of everything that needs to get done. There are many good websites available to get you started. Remember to stretch and have fun!

If you know of someone who would benefit from our dental services, please let us know. We truly appreciate your confidence and your referrals!

Many of us have come to rely on energy drinks for an extra boost but have you considered their effect on your smile?

These drinks can be very damaging to tooth enamel due to their ability to decalcify (or dissolve) the enamel, which is critical for maintaining the strength of the tooth.

What are the risks associated with energy drinks?
Energy drinks contain corrosive acids. These acids leach minerals out of your tooth's enamel. Enamel is the cover that protects the visible part of your teeth. Once your enamel is gone it does not regenerate. These problems are heightened for teens and adolescents because their teeth are not fully matured and therefore not as resistant to these acid attacks.

Click here to learn about ways to prevent damaging your teeth with energy drinks.

A misconception about avocado is that they are "fattening". While it is true the most of the calories in an avocado come from fat, they are the good fats that your body needs. The healthy omega 3 oils in avocados are essential to our body and our cells. In this case they body actually utilizes these fatty acids for energy (as opposed to storage). Avocados are also rich in potassium, B vitamins with have trace amounts of protein making them nourishing and filling.

With patio weather returning to the city, you may find yourself entertaining or as a guest looking for something to bring to the table. Before you reach for chips and dip we have a suggestion that is sure to be a hit ...Wholly Guacamole! Guacamole is a staple that you really can't go wrong with. As a dip it can be healthy, nourishing and delicious all at the same time. While this recipe from fullynourished.com adds protein from peas, you can adjust the recipe to your taste.

Click here for the of the recipe!

This recipe was sourced from Fully Nourished by Marni Wasserman.