Dental Cleaning Reminder

Good oral hygiene is important, not only for looks, but for general health as well. Regular check ups and cleanings can prevent problems as well as provide you with good oral hygiene. Developing good habits at an early age and scheduling regular dental visits helps children get a good start on a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums. "For a Sparkly Smile, Brush & Floss Every Day!"  So, remember to get your dental cleanings every 6 months!

Patient Referral Program

To show our appreciation, each time you refer a patient you will receive a credit of one month's payment. This credit will be applied to your account the month after the referred patient is fitted with braces. There is no limit as to how many patients you can refer. The patient referral program still applies for the accounts that are paid in full. Paid in full accounts will receive a $75.00 gift card the month after the referred patient is fitted with braces. *Some exclusions may apply.

My Dog Ate My Homework!

* Create an environment that is conducive to doing homework. Youngsters need a work space in their bedroom or another part of the home that offers privacy. 

* Set aside ample time for homework. Establish a household rule that the TV set stays off during homework time AND supervise computer and internet use.

* Be available to answer questions and offer assistance, but never do a child's homework for them. 

* Take steps to help alleviate eye fatigue, neck fatigue and brain fatigue while studying. It may be helpful to close the books for a few minutes, stretch, and take a break periodically when it will not be too disruptive. 

* If your child is struggling with a particular subject, and you aren't able to help her yourself, a tutor can be a good solution. Talk it over with your child's teacher first

School Physicals & Immunizations

Routine exams and screenings help you and your kids prevent, identify, and treat health problems when they arise. Vaccines greatly reduce your child's risk of serious illness (particularly when more and more people use them) and give diseases fewer chances to take hold in a population. Unfortunately, misinformation about vaccines could make some parents decide not to immunize their children, putting them and others at a greater risk for illness.

Back to School Time!

Backpack Safety: Choose a backpack with wide, padded shoulder straps and a padded back  and remember to pack light. Organize the backpack to use all of its compartments. Pack heavier items closest to the center of the back. The backpack should never weigh more than 10 to 20 percent of the your child’s body weight and have child always use both shoulder straps. Slinging a backpack over one shoulder can strain muscles so consider a rolling backpack. This type of backpack may be a good choice for students who must tote a heavy load.

Save Money on Back to School Shopping

Back to school shopping can take a toll on your family's budget, and can be a stressful time for many parents. But these smart money saving tips can help ease the financial strain of getting ready for back to school. 

Take stock of what you already have. Sort through your child’s things to see what can be reused. Search out store brands. Office supply stores such as Staples often feature their own brand of notebooks, paper, and other school supplies at a lower price. Arrange a back to school swap. Gather your friends and relatives with kids of approximately similar ages and have them bring fairly-new or unused school supplies and clothes that can be exchanged. Take advantage of back to school sales tax breaks. Many states offer sales tax breaks on back to school supplies. (www.backtoschool.about.com)

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