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March - April 2025 Newsletter
What´s New at Savon
Quote Of The Month: “When you go into court you are putting your fate into the hands of twelve people who weren‘t smart enough to get out of jury duty.” (American comedian, 1927–2020)
Congratulations To:
R. Rauscher of Phoenix, Arizona and D. Weissmueller of Phoenix, Arizona Winners of our January early payment drawings for 1 free additional year of membership.
J. Lovegrove of Wadell, Arizona and T. Auteir–Sweat of Anthem, Arizona Winners of our February early payment drawings for 1 free additional year of membership.
J. Gustiatus of Sun City West, Arizona and M. Schmitt of Sun City, Arizona Winners of our March early payment drawings for 1 free additional year of membership.
Congratulations to our winners and thank you to everyone that entered the drawing.
To Your Health:
Did You Know That Certain Foods Are Good For Your Teeth?
It is common knowledge that soda pop and candy can do major damage to your teeth and gums. Actually, if you look into the archives of this newsletter, you‘ll find an article pertaining to soda
pop and it‘s effects on your teeth… While there are hundreds of other types of food that are hard on your teeth, there are foods that are actually good for your teeth and help defend them against plaque and oral disease.
For those of you who don‘t already know, PLAQUE is that nasty film full of bacteria that covers the surfaces of your teeth. When the sugars and starches in your mouth connect with the plaque,
acid forms and begins to attack your teeth. It also releases toxins that attack your bones that support your teeth and your gums. This can be helped by simply changing your eating habits and, as always, practicing good oral hygiene.
Here are some foods that help prevent plaque and buildup that could lead to oral disease and tooth damage:
- Milk, cheese, or other dairy products - the calcium in dairy products help re-build the minerals and make your teeth stronger.
- Eat fluoride-enriched foods. Drink fluorinated water or eat commercially prepared food like seafood products, powdered cereal, and poultry products.
- Foods high in fiber have a cleaning effect in your mouth. They help produce saliva which is a natural defense against oral disease.
- Drink green or black tea. These teas have been known to suppress the bacteria that can cause cavities or gum disease.
- Eat licorice. It‘s been known that licorice can help stop the growth of bacteria.
- Chew sugarless chewing gum. It generates saliva, which is cleansing to your mouth and helps prevent food particles that can cause decay from sticking to your teeth.
Here are foods you should try to stay away from because they are known to cause decay and disease:
- Carbonated beverages! This is the leading cause of oral problems in children, and most soft drinks contain acids that break down your teeth and gums.
- Candy and sweets! These stick to your teeth and are more difficult to clean. If you want to eat sweets, eat those that are easily cleansed out of your mouth such as chocolate or other soft candies that can be broken down faster than caramel or hard candies.
- Starches! Starchy foods get stuck in between your teeth and gums and can hide for long periods of time in those hard to reach areas. This is a breeding ground for bacteria.
- Lemons! Lemons eat away at the tooth enamel and make your teeth more vulnerable to decay and erosion.
- Avoid Alcohol or medications that dry out your mouth! Saliva is your body‘s natural cleanser. It helps wash away bacteria that cause plaque.
Staying away from ALL of these foods is understandably difficult. The American Dental Association suggests consuming sugary foods with meals which will help neutralize the production of acids. Limit your amount of snacking, or choose nutritional snacks that produce saliva. Drink lots of water, brush your teeth at least twice a day and floss at lease once a day. These are just a few things you can do, aside from visiting your dentist regularly, to keep your smile healthy.
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.
In the Kitchen With Chef Tommy:
Spiced Apple Pancakes
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Ingredients
- 1 cup flour
- 1 large apple, peeled
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp cinnamon (or more to taste)
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ⅔ cup milk
- 1 egg
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In a medium bowl, combine flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, and 1 pinch of salt.
Separate the egg yolk and egg white. Add the egg yolk to the dry ingredients. Whisk the egg white until foamy.
Slice the peeled apple into thin strips. Alternatively, grate the apple.
Combine dry ingredients, apple, vanilla extract, egg white, and milk into a homogenous batter.
To a large pan, add 1 tbsp butter. Add the batter (about 3 tbsp per pancake) and cook for 2 min per side on medium–high heat
Enjoy! And remember, if it looks and smells good, eat it!!
Receipe courtesy of publicdomainrecipes.com
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BrightNow Dental–The Plant, San Jose |
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Our spotlight for March & April goes to the city of San Jose, California and shines on BrightNow Dental–The Plant
Bright Now! Dental is a Savon trusted dentist in San Jose, California that offers a comprehensive range of dental services.
From preventive care to restorative and cosmetic dentistry, they have you covered. Their team of experienced professionals is dedicated to providing top–notch dental care.
This dental office boasts state–of–the–art technology to ensure the best results. Plus, the office is comfortable and welcoming for everyone, making every visit a pleasant experience.
Whether you‘re a new patient or have been with us for years, Bright Now! Dental in San Jose is committed to your oral health.
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The practice is located at 171 Curtner Avenue #80 | San Jose, CA 95125. The phone number is 408-572-8411. We also invite you to visit them on the web.
Say thank you to your dental office for the excellent manner in which you are treated by nominating your dentist!
Fun Facts:
Crazy, Zany Facts We Bet You Didn´t Know
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- In old Christian art, good angels were red and Satan was blue.
- Ketchup was used medicinally in the early 1800s.
- Every time you lick a stamp, you consume one–tenth of a calorie.
- The first Nerf ball package claimed the toy “can‘t hurt babies or old people.”
- The tool used to measure your feet at the shoe store is called a “Brannock Device.”
- According to the Bible, the chicken came before the egg.
- You produce about six pounds of stool per week.
- Cats can‘t taste sweet things because of a genetic defect.
- News You Need To Know - Missing Newsletters
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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!!
Here´s Your Answer
Questions From Our Members
A. George of Oakland, California asks:
“I went to a provider that is not on the plan and his quote without the plan was the same price. Why should I keep Savon if I can get my dentistry done at the same price without it?”
Savon’s Answer
Although the lower prices you may get at a random dentist office may sound appealing, keeping Savon will benefit you and your family in more ways than one. Most importantly, Savon can protect you. Our comprehensive fee schedule allows you to plan for your dental expenses and provides you with fees that are set as opposed to fees that are subject to change due to our volatile economy.
Our providers go through an extensive, three–week credentialing process to ensure that you are receiving quality work from a quality provider.
Savon offers extensive benefits without limit all year long, whereas a random provider may offer limited promotions that do not extend to the rest of your dental needs. We are the ONLY plan that is backed by four distinct guarantees, and we are committed to offering the best customer service to you, our valued member.
Tooth Talk With Tommy The Wisdom Tooth
Oral Health May Be A Promising Area For Dementia Prevention
A direct reprint of an article by Ava Barros of DrBicuspid.com
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Oral health issues may be linked to the risk of dementia, making it a promising research focal area for prevention and care, according to a letter published in The Lancet.
The letter, published in response to “Dementia Prevention, Intervention, and Care: 2024 Report of the Lancet Standing Commission,” asserts the effects of oral health on one‘s risk of developing dementia may have been underestimated. This finding should prompt the commission to further examine the connection between oral health and dementia, the authors wrote.
“Although the report offers valuable insights, we believe it overlooks the substantial role of oral health in dementia risk,” wrote the authors, led by Bei Wu of the New York University Rory Meyers College of Nursing.
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Oral health problems, including periodontal disease, tooth loss, and oral frailty, affect nearly 3.5 billion people globally. However, the commission‘s limited focus on dental disease as a risk factor does not capture the complex relationship between oral health issues and cognitive function, they wrote.
Despite referencing recent literature, the report cited two studies on oral health, overlooking a growing body of evidence. Longitudinal studies from diverse populations, including the U.S., Japan, the United Kingdom, Sweden, and China, have consistently linked poor oral health to cognitive impairment and dementia, according to the letter.
A meta–analysis of 14 studies involving over 34,000 adults showed that each missing tooth increased the risk of cognitive impairment by 1.4% and dementia by 1.1%. Additionally, research shows that regular periodontal treatment significantly lowers the risk of Alzheimer‘s disease and vascular dementia, they wrote.
“We encourage the Commission to consider a comprehensive examination of the relationship between oral health problems and dementia risk, potentially highlighting it as a promising area for dementia prevention, intervention, and care research,” Wu and colleagues wrote.
Until next time; brush, floss and keep smiling!
The above material is provided as an information service and is not intended as medical advice.
News You Need To Know
New Newsletter Schedule
Due to staff adjustments we have had to scale our newsletter production. Starting with this newsletter, we will be putting out our newsletter every other month.
This is the March – April newsletter. The next newsletter will be for May – June.
Thank you for your support of our newsletter program.
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