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October 2022 Newsletter
What´s New at Savon
Quote Of The Month: “Everyone here knows that Halloween was invented by the candy companies. It‘s a conspiracy.” – (Max Dennison, “Hocus Pocus”)
Congratulations To:
R. Marohnic of Scottsdale, Arizona and R. Bogue of Sun City, AZ Winners of our September 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 With Jourdin Hendershot:
Rosacea
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Have you started to notice the skin on your face changing? This could range from a red nose, flushed cheeks, or even acne–type breakouts. If so, you could be suffering from a skin condition called Rosacea (roe-ZAY-she-uh).
Rosacea affects around 14 million Americans, many of whom are between the ages of 30–40. However, rosacea doesn‘t discriminate. Anyone can develop this condition at any age.
Rosacea is more common in women, but when this condition occures in men, it is likely to be more severe than in women. Luckily, this is not life–threatening, but it can put a damper on a person‘s self–esteem.
You may be wondering what could be so bad about some redness on the face but it can actually be more than that as you will see as we delve into the main symptoms.
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- Facial blushing or flushing – This is persistent blushing or flushing in the central part of the face.
- Visible veins – As the blushing or flushing worsens, small blood vessels on the nose and cheeks become visible. These are also known as spider veins.
- Swollen bumps – Many people will develop pimples on their faces mimicking acne and these pimples can sometimes contain pus.
- Burning sensation – The affected area will feel hot and tender.
- Eye problems – Many people experience dry, irritated, swollen eyes. This is known as ocular rosacea.
- Enlarged nose – Over time, the tissue on the nose thickens causing the nose to appear larger. This symptom is more common in men.
As you can see, this is more in depth than just some redness on the face. Many times, rosacea is mistaken as a skin allergy because these symptoms can flare up at any time. It can also last a week to a month and then go away for a period of time before returning.
Unfortunately, there is no known cure for rosacea. Researchers believe it could be a combination of things from genetics to environmental factors such as sun or wind exposure, medications, skin products, or what a person eats and drinks.
Treatment of rosacea is not a one–size fits all. It can take some time to figure out the best treatment option for each person.
There are different treatments available such as:
- Prescription oral and topical antibiotics
- Recommended moisturizers, soaps, and sunscreens
- Eye drops or ophthalmic therapy
- Laser surgery
Treatment duration will depend on the severity of a person‘s symptoms but usually, improvement is noticed in 1–2 months.
Remember that behind the redness is something even greater! Be You!
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.:
Delicious Air–Fryer Chicken Wings – A Game Day Favorite!!
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Ingredients
- 14–16 fresh bone-in chicken wings (unfrozen)
- Pam cooking spray, any type (I prefer the butter flavor)
- 2 tsp garlic salt
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp chili powder
- Pepper
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Preheat *Air–fryer to 400 degrees.
In a jumbo sized Ziploc bag, add all dry ingredients.
Using a paper towel, pat the fresh wings until dry then lay them out on a piece of parchment paper and lightly spray them with cooking spray.
Place them in the Ziploc bag, seal it and shake the bag to distribute the seasoning.
Add the wings to the air fryer. Cook them for 7 minutes, then turn them and cook for another 7 minutes. All done!>
Let them cool on a plate lined with paper towels for 2–3 minutes.
These are so simple and delicious and they‘re wonderful for a game day snack or a potluck dinner!
Cooking time and temperature are based on the Ninja Foodi Air Fryer.
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.
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Chandler Family Dental Care |
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Our spotlight for October goes to the city of Chandler, Arizona and shines on Chandler Family Dental Care
At Chandler Family Dental Care you'll find friendly, caring, and family oriented environment. Practice Manager Marge Nia, along with Doctors Emanuel Amato, Niki Nia and the rest of the staff strive to make your visit as pleasent as possible.
The friendly dental team at Chandler Family Dental Care takes pride in providing high–quality dental care in a family–oriented environment. They strive to create an atmosphere in which you can feel comfortable while receiving your treatments, and work to build personal relationships with each patient they meet.
The practice is located at 4080 W. Ray Rd. Suite #21, Chandler, AZ. 85226. The phone number is (480) 413-1100. 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:
Crazy, Zany Facts We Bet You Didn´t Know
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- The first Jack O‘Lanterns were actually made from turnips.
- Halloween is the second highest grossing commercial holiday after Christmas.
- Samhainophobia is the fear of Halloween.
- Fifty percent of kids prefer to receive chocolate candy for Halloween, compared with 24% who prefer non–chocolate candy and 10% who preferred gum.
- The owl is a popular Halloween image. In Medieval Europe, owls were thought to be witches, and to hear an owl's call meant someone was about to die.
- Trick–or–treating evolved from the ancient Celtic tradition of putting out treats and food to placate spirits who roamed the streets at Samhain, a sacred festival that marked the end of the Celtic calendar year.
- A child born on Halloween is said to have the ability to talk to spirits.
- Both Salem, Massachusetts, and Anoka, Minnesota, are the self–proclaimed Halloween capitals of the world.
- According to tradition, if a person wears his or her clothes inside out and then walks backwards on Halloween, he or she will see a witch at midnight.
- The least healthy Halloween candy is Candy Corn. Just 15 pieces of Candy Corn equal 110 calories and 22 grams of sugar.
- The healthiest Halloween candy is Hershey‘s Special Dark chocolate.
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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!!
Tooth Talk With Tommy The Wisdom Tooth
New Topical Gel May Suppress Gum Disease
A direct reprint of an articel vy Melissa Busch, DrBicuspid.com associate editor
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A newly developed topical gel that targets a major driver of periodontitis may prevent and treat gum disease, according to a new animal study published on September 20 in Cell Reports. Since no similar treatments exist, the gel could pave the way for noninvasive, at–home gum disease treatment.
The new study focuses on the use of succinate, a molecule produced during metabolism, which is thought to treat gum disease by inhibiting inflammation and preventing dysbiosis and periodontal bone loss. The study was conducted in mice and used human cells and plaque samples.
“Our study reveals succinate's effect on periodontitis pathogenesis and provides a topical treatment for this disease,” wrote the authors, led by Dr. Xin Li of New York University (NYU) College of Dentistry.
To determine the connection between the succinate receptor and the components of gum disease, mice were genetically altered to inactivate the succinate receptor. Mice with gum disease that had their succinate receptor inactivated had lower levels of inflammation in their gum tissue and blood, as well as less bone loss. Also, mice that didn't have inactivated receptors had a more significant imbalance of oral bacteria, they wrote.
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In fact, when extra succinate was given to both animal groups, mice with inactivated receptors were protected against inflammation and increases in unhealthy bacteria and bone loss, while gum disease worsened in the other mice, according to the study.
To determine whether blocking the succinate receptor could improve periodontitis, the authors developed a gel formula. When the gel was tested on human gum cells in the lab, inflammation and processes that lead to bone loss were reduced.
Furthermore, mice with gum disease experienced less local and systemic inflammation and bone loss in a matter of days when the gel was applied to their gums. One test showed that when the gel was applied to their gums every other day for four weeks, the bone loss they experienced was half that compared to the mice that didn't receive the gel, they wrote.
Building on prior research
Previous research has found an association between succinate and gum disease. Higher succinate levels are linked to heightened levels of inflammation.
In 2017, the same authors of the current study discovered that high levels of succinate activate the succinate receptor 1 (SUCNR1) and stimulate bone loss, indicating that the receptor may be an effective target for the potential treatment of periodontitis. The research was supported by the National Institutes of Health, and the researchers were awarded a $224,000 National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research grant to develop the gel.
To better understand the link between succinate and gum disease, the authors examined samples of dental plaque collected from people and plasma samples from mice. Then, metabolomic analyses were conducted to confirm that succinate levels were higher in people and mice with periodontal disease versus those with healthy gums. Also, in human and mouse gums, the succinate receptor was expressed.
There were several limitations in the new study. Though the study shows SUCNR1 expression in the human periodontium, it is not clear whether its expression is upregulated in patients with periodontitis and directly contributes to disease manifestation, the authors wrote.
To further their research, they are conducting animal studies to determine the appropriate dosage and timing for applying the gel, as well as its toxicity. Ultimately, they hope to develop a gel and oral strip that can be used at home by people who have gum disease or who are at risk of developing it in addition to a stronger, slow–release formula that dentists can apply to gum disease pockets, according to the university.
In the future, more studies should be conducted using tissue samples from large groups of individuals with and without gum disease, they wrote.
“Treatment with a SUCNR1 antagonist reduced formation of a dysbiotic microbiome, periodontal inflammation, and bone loss induced by oral inoculation of periodontal pathogens,” Li and colleagues wrote.
Disclosure: Drs. Li and Deepak Saxena of the department of molecular pathobiology at NYU College of Dentistry are the cofounders of Periomics Care, an early–stage biotechnology company within NYU Dentistry.
Until next time; brush, floss and keep smiling!
The above material is provided as an information service and is not intended as medical advice.“
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