George C. Mansfield IV, DDS • Weldon Thurman, DMD • Seymour Family Dentistry • 812-523-4545

News from the Office™

Thank You!Our dental family continues to grow every

month due in no small part to your generous referrals. If you have a friend, family member or colleague you feel would benefit from the amazing care we provide here at Stadium Dental Center, we’d be honored to help.

Feel free to pass out the enclosed referral cards to spread the word. To show our appreciation, you will receive a $40.00 credit on your patient account every time you refer a friend or family member to us! As always, thank you for your continued confidence and support!

Did you know Sleep Apnea affects 25 million adults across the US? This means that 25 million adults stop breathing in their sleep nightly for anywhere from a few seconds to a minute at a time. That’s a scary thought.

Not only is it dangerous, these disturbances can prevent you from getting a well-deserved night’s rest. If you’ve ever been told you snore, gasp for air, make choking sounds in your sleep or even just feel like you haven’t been getting a decent night’s rest lately, you should be tested for OSA or Obstructive Sleep Apnea.

While it is most common in men, those who have excess body weight, a misaligned jaw, a narrow airway or women going through menopause, OSA does not discriminate and can be found in any-one. OSA can cause fatigue, headaches, memory loss and can put you at greater risk for even more serious conditions such as high blood pressure, stroke, diabetes and heart disease.

Research has shown sleep apnea doesn’t just have to be treated with those bulky, noisy C-Pap machines anymore. A much smaller, quieter, more comfortable oral appliance made by your Dentist is now a possibility for those suffering from OSA.

If you think you may be suffering from sleep apnea or snoring, call today and schedule a consultation with us. Help may be easier than you think.

National Sleep Awareness Week

Smile with ConfidenceIf you’re self-conscious about missing teeth or wearing dentures, there’s an alternative that may be

right for you: dental implants. A dental implant offers comfort and stability. It is also the restoration that is the closest thing to a natural tooth.

Dental implants have been used for several decades. Patients of all ages have chosen dental implants to replace a single tooth or several teeth or to support partial or full dentures. They

help fill out a face that otherwise could look sunken because of missing teeth. Unlike denture, implants are not removed for cleaning and there is no need for adhesives.

Are Implants Right For You?Who’s a good candidate for implant treatment? You are, if you’re in good health and

have healthy gums with adequate bone to support an implant. You must be committed to thorough oral hygiene to keep your mouth healthy and to scheduling regular dental visits. Ask us if implants are an option for you.

This publication is provided as a courtesy/gift subscription to the patients and friends of: George C. Mansfield IV, DDS; Weldon Thurman,DMD; General Dentists, 201 West Tipton Street, Seymour, IN 47274; Phone: 812-523-4545 www.SeymourFamilyDentistry.com

Questions and comments on the material in this publication should be directed to our consumer affairs hotline via fax: 1-503-218-0557. The goal of News from the Office™ is to provide information to the general reader on living a more rewarding life through better physical, mental and financial health. This publication is not intended to provide individualized advice, which should be sought from licensed professionals such as dentists, physicians, attorneys, and/or accountants. © 2018 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. News From The Office™ ISSN 2154-4182

Again, thank you sincerely for letting us serve you. We really appreciate the trust you have placed in us, and we promise to do everything we can do to provide you with the very best services.

Many, Many Thanks

201 W. Tipton Street, Seymour, IN 47274 • (812) 523-4545 • www.SeymourFamilyDentistry.com

Think Nutrient-Rich Rather Than “Good” or “Bad” Foods

Eating right doesn’t have to be complicated — simply start by shifting toward healthier foods and beverages.

Emphasize whole foods like fruit, vegetables and whole grains. Include beans, nuts, dairy, fish and lean meats.

Minimize processed or boxed foods, which may include more saturated fats, trans fats, salt and added sugars.

Focus on Variety: Eat a variety of foods from all the food groups to get the nutrients your body needs. Eat a rainbow of colorful fruits and vegetables. Try fresh and frozen.

Vary your protein choices with more fish, beans, soy and dairy. Did you know, one cup of black beans has 15 grams of protein?

Also eat at least 3 ounces of whole-grain bread, rice, pasta and cereal every day.

Read the ingredient list. When you start looking at what’s in your food, you may naturally start buying things that are better for you and with less ingredients.

Then shift toward buying foods without ingredient labels — bulk oatmeal, almonds, cranberries — single food items that you can combine yourself at home. Even if you’re not much of a cook, you can prepare simple foods at home, like sandwiches, salads, pasta, and smoothies.

When you prepare food yourself, you have so much more control over what you’re eating.

Did you know the super vitamin B12 is a multitasker? It helps regulate how you feel, how well you think, and even your appetite.

Vitamin B12 is known to help the brain produce chemicals such as serotonin and dopamine, which regulate mood and anxiety.

When people don’t have enough B12 they experience symptoms such as fatigue, mouth or tongue soreness, constipation and a loss of appetite. They may be confused, have poor memory or feel depressed.

Although certain cereals and breads are often fortified with B12, animal proteins are really the only natural sources. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends 2.4 mcg of B12 daily from three ounces of beef or three cups of milk. Foods rich in B12 include liver, meat, eggs, poultry, shellfish, milk and milk products such as cheese and yogurt.

Health: In The News

“And the Spring arose on the garden fair,Like the Spirit of Love felt everywhere;

And each flower and herb on Earth’s dark breastRose from the dreams of its wintry rest.”

Percy Bysshe Shelley, The Complete Poems

How Cool is This...Researchers at Utah State University have developed

special software that works with a video camera to measure heartbeat effects in the face, neck and arms — or any exposed skin area. The technology is based on subtle skin color changes that can be detected by this camera.