June 2015 Newsletter
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Quote Of The Month: Sometimes I lie awake at night, and I ask, 'Where have I gone wrong'. Then a voice says to me, 'This is going to take more than one night'. (- Charles M. Schulz - American Cartoonist 1922 - 2000)
Congratulations To:
L. Rose of Scottsdale, AZ Winner of our May early payment drawing for 1 free additional year of membership.
Congratulations to our winner and thank you to everyone that entered the drawing.
To Your Health With Jourdin Hendershot:
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Health Benefits Of Aloe Vera
Aloe Vera, sometimes known as the “wonder plant or natural healer” is native to Northern Africa. Aloe Vera is a short-stemmed succulent plant that can grow to 2-3 feet tall. The leaves are lanceolate (comes to a point), thick and fleshy, green to grey-green with spikes along the edges. People say it reminds them of a cactus.
Aloe Vera contains many ingredients which can be grouped into the following categories: Vitamins, Minerals, Sugars, Enzymes, Lignins, Amino Acids, Anthraquinones, Saponins, Fatty Acids and Salicyclic Acid. With all these combined together it‘s easy to see why Aloe Vera is known as the healing plant.
Aloe Vera is a popular house plant because it helps heal and soften the skin. But did you know Aloe Vera has many other health benefits?
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Listed below are just some of many ways Aloe Vera is beneficial to your health:
- Helps fight Heartburn – Consuming 1-3 ounces of aloe gel at mealtimes could reduce the severity of GERD and other digestive problems.
- Alternative to mouthwash – Aloe Vera extract is a safe and effective alternative to chemical-based mouthwashes. The healthy dose of vitamin C can block plaque and provides relief to bleeding or swollen gums.
- Lowers High Cholesterol – When taken internally, Aloe Vera rebalances the blood chemistry in a way that lowers cholesterol and total triglycerides. To achieve optimal results take 1-2 TB of Aloe Vera juice a day.
- Helps Prevent bad breath – Drink up to ¼ cup of pure Aloe Vera gel dissolved in a ½ cup of water. Aloe Vera contains an anti-inflammatory compound called B-sitosterol that soothes acid indigestion, a common cause of bad breath.
As a word of caution, if you want to try Aloe Vera as an alternative to your medications you should always inform your physician first. You will need to work with them to reduce your prescription.
If you have questions you would like to discuss with Jourdin, feel free to drop her an email by clicking here.
The above health material is provided as an information service. It should not be used for diagnostic purposes nor is it intended to take the place of the important relationship between you and your doctor.
Grandma's Kitchen With Grandma C.:
Recipe from the kitchen of of Dawn Lawler
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SOPA (Mexican Soup)
Ingredients
- 1 can Rotel tomatoes (spicy or mild, according to your taste)
- 1 large can or 2 small cans El Pato brand salsa fresca
- ½ pkg small macaroni shells
- 3 tbsp mexican style beef boullion
- 1 lb ground beef
- 3 cups water
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Brown ground beef, drain any grease. Add Rotel tomatoes and El Pato sauce. Transfer to a small or medium soup pot.
Meanwhile, in a non-stick skillet, brown the dry macaroni shells. (yep, the shells!) Do not use oil! Simply heat them dry in the skillet on med high heat, turning every minute or so until lightly browned.
Add the shells to the meat mixture. Add 2-3 cans of water and the mexican style beef boullion. Stir. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for approximately 15-20 minutes.
Garnish with grated cheese, a dollop of sour cream and sliced scallions. Serve with warm tortillas.
This is a spicy soup and can be a hearty meal by itself or used as a side dish when you're having tacos or burritos.
Enjoy! And remember, if it looks and smells good, eat it!!
If you have a recipe that you would like to share with Grandma C., drop her an email by clicking here.
Keeping Fit With Clayton "TR" Parker
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Myth Or Fact: Chewing Gum Can Dehydrate You
This is one of those topics that could go either way. Some will claim It does {dehydrate} and others will claim that it doesn't. After hours of research on this topic, I am now to a point that I can finally answer the question: Myth or Fact!
First, let me tell you how this topic came about for me. I know that over the last 2 years I have written article after article on dehydration and heat related illness. I have explained what it is, what the symptoms are, how to treat it and more importantly, how to prevent it.
Well, let's just say I failed to follow to my own advice. On Memorial Day, this year, the Savon Dental Plan staff decided to hit the golf course. It was a fun day and great round of golf! The temperature was in the mid 90's here in Arizona. Well, guess who got mildly dehydrated and came down with a mild case of heat exhaustion?
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That's right. I did. Needless to say I didn't fully practice what I have been preaching to all of you. Now, in my defense,I was drinking water, just not enough. I had a wet towel but that was quickly used to wipe the mud off my golf ball. So I had all of the tools to keep myself hydrated but was so engrossed in the game that I forgot to use them.
However the one thing that I was doing throughout the game was chewing gum. I started to wonder if it was the gum that caused me to get dehydrated, which lead to the topic of this article.
Is "Gum Can Dehydrate You” a Myth or a Fact?
Here is what I have found: Myth - Gum does NOT dehydrate you. It actually helps reduce the risk of dehydration by increasing your saliva, which keeps your mouth moist. Swallowing the saliva can slow down dehydration. **Disclaimer** Gum DOES NOT stop you from becoming dehydrated and should never be used as a replacement for water or fluid intake!
Now, the Fact - I did find that gum can mask the symptoms of dehydration. When I was chewing gum I rarely became thirsty, so therefore I didn‘t focus on my need for water. Make sure that you are mindful of your fluid intake! You still need to be proactive about your hydration regardless of whether or not you are chewing gum.
Until next time: Stay Fit, Stay Healthy, Stay Strong
If you have questions you would like to discuss with Clayton, feel free to drop him an email by clicking here.
The above fitness material is provided as an information service. Remember: Always check with your doctor before starting any new type of excerise program.
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Majestic Dentistry
Our spotlight for June goes first to the city of Anthem, Arizona and shines on Dr. Frank Wolf at Majestic Dentistry
Dr. Wolf has been practicing general and cosmetic dentistry since 1987. He received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Illinois. Dr. Wolf is recognized for treating his patients with compassion, kindness, and understanding.
Majestic Dentistry has been a preferred provider for Savon since 2006 and serves our members in the far north valley and the Anthem area. Our members report that his office staff is fantastic and they strive to make every patient feel like they are special.
Aside from his regular practice, Dr. Wolf is involved with Dentists Climb For A Cause. He has raised more money for Operation Smile than any other dentist in the world and has provided free dentistry to the children of women in a homeless shelter.
The practice is located at 42104 N. Venture Drive, Suite B134 - Anthem, AZ 85086. The phone number is 623-551-6300. We also invite you to visit them on the web.
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Garrett Family Dental Care
Our spotlight for June next goes to the city of Surprise, Arizona and shines on Garrett Family Dental Care
Dr. Garrett is a graduate of the Loma Linda University School of Dentistry in Southern California. Dr. Garrett moved to the valley in 1999 and has been in private practice for 14 years. Dr. Garrett has completed extensive training in the field of cosmetic dentistry at The Las Vegas Institute For Advanced Dental Studies (LVI).
Garrett Family Dental Care has been a preferred provider for Savon since 2005 and takes care of many of our members in the far west valley. They offer their patients the most advanced dental technologies in a very comfortable and relaxed environment. Many of our members that used to live in Surprise now drive 15 to 20 miles for their dental work because they love Dr. Garrett and the entire staff.
Outside of his practice, Dr. Garrett enjoys spending time with his wife (his high school sweetheart) and their four sons. His interests include coaching baseball, wake boarding, and fly fishing with his father.
The practice is located at 15009 W. Bell Rd. Ste 175 - Surprise, AZ 85374. The phone number is 623-476-8100. We also invite you to visit them on the web.
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Say thank you to your dental office for the excellent manner in which you are treated by nomimating your dentist!
Fun Facts:
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Crazy, Zany Facts We Bet You Didn't Know
- A dragonfly has a lifespan of 24 hours.
- A cat has 32 muscles in each ear.
- A giraffe can go without water longer than a camel can.
- A goldfish has a memory span of three seconds.
- A hedgehog's heart beats 300 times a minute on average.
- A jellyfish is 95 percent water.
- A mole can dig a tunnel 300 feet long in just one night
- A monkey was once tried and convicted for smoking a cigarette in South Bend, Indiana.
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Come back for more in next months issue!
Dental Talk - A Member Blog Forum:
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Come blog with us! Dental Talk with Savon is a fun forum to post your interesting topics!
Your comments are welcome, it‘s free to use and no membership is required.
Some of the topics include;
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These are just a few of the topics. Our blog site contains many other interesting topics. Please join us!!
Dental Insurance VS Your Dental Plan
Here's What The Dental Insurance Companies Don't Want You To Know
Ask Them Why They Think Dental Insurance Is So Great??
Many people are under the misconception that discount dental plans are a "low class" alternative to dental indemnity insurance. It probably has something to do with the word "Discount". You may know some people who believe that having their dental work done at a discount means that they are going to receive substandard or discounted care.
Nothing could be further from the truth!!!
The fact of the matter is that dental indemnity insurance is one of the most costly of all types of insurance and it pays the least in benefits. Dentists accept dental indemnity insurance only because most major companies offer it as a benefit to their employees. Once the cost of advertising, rejected claims, duplicate X-rays and so on and so forth are added in, dental indemnity insurance is not quite as lucrative for them as it may appear.
If a dentist is any good, why would they honor a discount plan?
First of all… The credentialing process for a dental discount plan is much the same as it is for insurance companies and in some cases maybe harder. The biggest reason a dentist will accept a discount plan is Post-Paid Advertising.
Once the dentist is on the plan, the plan advertises for the dental office. The way the dentist pays for this massive advertising is by agreeing to discount his/her fees to the fees set forth by the plan. Some plans use a set fee schedule, while others use a sliding scale fee schedule.
So, in a nutshell, the dentist joins the plan, members join the plan, dentists get new patients and the patient saves more money than they ever could with dental indemnity insurance. Rest assured that the only thing that is discounted with a dental plan is the price you pay. Your quality of care is not affected! The treatment you receive is the same as if you have insurance or are paying in cash.
| What Dentists Tell Us Are Problems With Insurance |
What Dentists Tell Us Are Benefits Of Dental Plans |
| The time and cost involved in: |
Hassle free dentistry because: |
| Verifying eligibilty and benefits (about 15 mins per patient) |
They pay for advertising ONLY if it works |
| Processing the claim forms |
No claim forms to fill out and file |
| Making sure deductibles and waiting periods are met |
Membership usually verified by rosters |
| Making sure the patient's yearly maximum benefits aren't exceeded |
No worrying about maximum benefits being reached or exceeded |
| Getting patients to pay what the insurance doesn't |
No worrying about waiting periods or deductibles |
| Waiting 30 to 90 days or more for the insurance company to pay them |
Dentists gets paid faster because they are dealing only with the patient |
Below is a list of some of the more popular dental insurance offerings
We inivite you to visit our Comparison Zone and see how they compare against Savon |
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| Plan (click on plan name for details) |
Yearly Cost single |
Yearly Cost Double |
Yearly Cost Family |
Percent Coveraged |
Deductible, Maximum Benefit & Waiting Periods |
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| Savon Dental Plan 7 Pricing Choices |
$99.00 |
$139.00 |
$179.00 |
50% |
NONE OF THESE… EVER |
| Ameritas Progressive Plan 1000 |
$480.24 |
$960.48 |
$1,627.68 |
0 to 100% |
$100/$1000 - 6-12 months - up to 38 months |
| Delta Dental Veterans Comprehensive Plan |
$399.84 |
$799.68 |
$1,199.52 |
0 to 100% |
$50/$1500 - 12 months for major work |
| Delta Dental Veterans Standard Plan |
$157.56 |
$315.12 |
$472.68 |
0 to 100% |
$50/$500 - No Coverage for Major procedures |
| HumanaOne Dental Loyalty Plus |
$428.88 |
$836.76 |
$1,652.52 |
20 to 100% |
$150-450/$1000-1500 - 50% after 24 months |
| MetLife Preferred Dentist Program (PDP) |
$514.92 |
$1,029.96 |
$1,565.64 |
0 to 100% |
$50/$1500 - 6 mo basic - 12 mo major |
| MetLife Veterans Dental Plan Standard Opt. |
$248.64 |
$465.96 |
$715.92 |
0 to 100% |
$50/$1300 - No Waiting 30% coverage |
| myCigna Dental Preventive |
$204.00 |
$408.00 |
$612.00 |
0 to 100% |
$50/$1500 - No Waiting - Preventive Only Covered |
| Security Life Advantage Plan |
$262.44 |
$524.76 |
$839.76 |
50 to 100% |
$50/$500/1000 - 50% after 24 months |
Now, I know that since you are reading this newsletter, you are most likely a member of Savon, so this is like preaching to choir. The reason for this article is to invite you to help your family, co-workers and friends. If they have dental insurance they may be "flushing" hundreds of dollars every year.
Show them how much you care and open their eyes to the truth about dental insurance. The truth is: You will NEVER, EVER get more out of dental insurance than you pay in.
Have them call Savon today at 602.841.3494 or 800.809.3494 and we will do a FREE, NO OBLIGATION comparison of the dental coverage that they currently have and what Savon has to offer.
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