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The Our Towne Spotlight Shines on Comprehensive

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Deb embraces the opportunity to connect personally with each of her patients. “I want to help them achieve their goals; whether it be returning to golf or gardening or to simply be able to get out of bed in the morning without pain. I find out what motivates them, and utilize that as part of the therapy process. It is all about meeting the patient’s goals and I truly believe that the only way a Physical Therapist can do that is to get to know each patient as an individual.” She believes that everyone has different needs and expectations and deserves individual customized care. That is what the patient receives when they come to Comprehensive Physical Therapy Solutions, P.L.L.C.

Deborah Ciprioni, owner of Comprehensive Physical Therapy Solutions, P.L.L.C, is now celebrating 7 years working as an independent, small business in Our Towne. As any small business owner will tell you, each year that you see growth and success is truly a personal accomplishment and heartwarming. For this, she is sincerely humbled and grateful. Deb has been practicing Physical Therapy for 30 years in the Capital District, and is proud to have established herself as a local business owner in Our Towne, where she grew up and calls home. If we are lucky, we don’t need the services of a physical therapist too often in life. But when you do, quality of care, experience and attention to detail is what makes YOUR recovery more successful. If you don’t already know about Comprehensive Physical Therapy Solutions, you will want to remember this name. Comprehensive Physical Therapy Solutions, P.L.L.C., is a privately owned and operated Physical Therapy practice located at 81 Miller Road (just off of I-90 exit 10) in Castleton. Deborah A. Ciprioni, P.T. grew up in East Greenbush. All small, family owned and operated businesses involve the time, efforts and support of the family to survive and thrive. Deb considers herself extremely blessed to have that support from home. Deb says that Comprehensive Physical Therapy Solutions is a “family business.” Her supportive husband, Jay, does the bookkeeping and supports her with every aspect of running the business. Her Mom, Liz Laczynski, helps out in the office and she is grateful for this support, so she can focus on working with patients. When she reflects on the 24 years that she worked in large practices, she can’t believe that she had 4 patients scheduled every hour. Each year there was a push to see more patients, in less time. This was not her professional philosophy, so she decided to open her own practice. With the philosophy of individual, customized care and not a cookie cutter approach, she can give patients what they deserve. Personal attention and time. Deb refuses to cave in to industry standards of scheduling every 15 minutes! “I work longer hours, but it is worth it because I can.” The best part about owning her own business is that she “can spend as much time with each patient as needed.” And she does! If someone needs 15 minutes or an hour, that is what she will give them. “We educate our clients so that they are equipped with knowledge they can use at home and to prevent injuries from reoccurring.” Now, additional staff members have joined the “family business” to better accommodate patients schedules. Deb is grateful for her fantastic staff whose dedication and professionalism has allowed her to expand the business & services.

Deb has acquired extensive continuing education in orthopedic rehabilitation, kinesiotaping and manual therapy. She provides customized Physical Therapy, including treatment for back pain, neck pain, post-surgical rehabilitation, general orthopedic rehabilitation, Sports Therapy, balance disorders, stroke rehabilitation and fall prevention. In addition to the “traditional modalities” such as electrical stimulation and US, Comprehensive Physical Therapy offers Infrared Light Therapy, Thermostim Therapy and advanced Traction/ Decompression Therapy. Deb and her staff are also committed to continuing education. In addition to the 30 years of professional experience that Deb has, her staff of Taylor Lanoue-Angley,DPT,PT, Susan Heyman, PTA, Nancy Hay, PTA and Samantha Webber, PTA have another combined 30 years’ experience. They stay current with the latest in treatment modalities, exercise concepts and manual techniques. Most insurances are accepted, and they are certainly happy to answer any questions for you regarding treatment and how they can serve you in your time of need. Please call 518-915-1452 for your appointment or visit www.comprehensiveptsolutions.com.

What Comprehensive Physical Therapy clients have to say: 1. I was originally injured in 1995. Thanks to these wonderful people, I have been able to crouch down & touch the floor for the first time in over 20 years. I can walk without a cane most of the time, and my life is so much better! S.S. from Troy 2. I highly recommend CPTS. I've been to other PT clinics and have felt like I am just put in a room and given an exercise to do. At Comprehensive, the therapists are always hands on and present. The atmosphere is so friendly and welcoming, and the results are fantastic! B.S. from Schodack 3. I was in PT for Tennis Elbow. CPT is the only PT experience I've ever had that I found helpful. Nice atmosphere, pristine conditions, friendly people. K.J.H. from Rensselaer City 4. I've been helped three times in recovering from assorted injuries at CPT and each time found a respectful, caring, and friendly environment that was encouraging and absolutely successful. Large enough to have all the bells and whistles, but small enough to offer personalized care. I'm glad to have CPT as neighbors, and happy to recommend them.

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Authentic German Sauerbraten Dinner Choir Fundraiser Dinner includes: gingersnap gravy, kartoffelklasse, red cabbage, Black Forrest cake, (NA) beer and root beer. Live German Music. Saturday, February 9 @ 5:30. Tickets $ 25 Donation. Only 100 tickets sold. Call 518-368-6514 for information or tickets The Kiwanis Club of East Greenbush fundraiser "Comedy Night" Comfort Inn, 99 Miller Rd., Schodack on March 9th. There will be a cash bar, snacks, 50/50 raffle, and a Chinese Auction. Doors open at 6:30 pm and the show starts at 8:00 pm. You may purchase tickets at Gettysburg Flag Works (M - F from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm),715 Columbia Turnpike, East Greenbush or online at WWW.EGKIWANIS. WEEBLY.COM or call Vinny at (518) 331-3798. PRESIDENT’S DAY LUNCHEON

East Greenbush, NY -- Van Rensselaer Star Chapter #256, Order of the Eastern Star, is hosting a President’s Day luncheon on Monday, February 18th from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm at the East Greenbush Go Vegan: Worthington Meatless Corned Beef, Worthington Vegetarian Masonic Temple, 710 Columbia Turnpike, East Greenbush. The proceeds from this luncheon will benefit the 16th annual Chapter’s Dinner Roast, Kashi Mayan Harvest Bake Bowl, Cedar Lake Vegescholarship fund which provides an award to a graduating senior girl chik'n (available at Price Chopper), Veggie California Burger. from Columbia High School, Maple Hill High School and Rensselaer High School. Menu includes Baked Meatloaf, Scalloped Potatoes and Here are the Ten Commandments in children's language: 1) Love God more than you love anything else, and love helping others. all the trimmings. The cost is $12 for adults. Reservations should be 2) Don't make anything in your life more important than God, and made by calling Emily at 438-6707 by February 14th. don't make anything in your life more important than helping others. 3) Always say God's name with love and respect. 4) Honor the Lord by Tuesday, Feb. 12th, the Sand Lake Historical Society will host Paul resting on the seventh day of the week. 5) Love and respect your mom and Mary Liz Stewart, co-founders of Underground Railroad History and dad. 6) Never hurt anyone. 7) Always be faithful to your husband or wife. 8) Don't take anything that isn't yours. 9) Always tell the truth. Project of the Capital Region, Inc. (URHPCR). They will present a program about the influence of the Underground Railroad in this 10. Be happy for what you have; don’t wish for other people's things. area. This group maintains the Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence You have heard of the TV show “60 minutes”? The name of this show in Albany, a headquarters for Underground Railroad activity in the is “30 seconds”. This is “Glendora 30 seconds” Vegan commercial #36, mid-1850s and the only such structure remaining in the city; conducts this commercials can be seen on broadcast TV Channel 6 CBS, Albany, annual conferences; publishes The Freedom Speaker; and documents NY WRGB, along with 4 different commercials Feb 2-6, Mondayour region's Underground Railroad history. Starts at 7:30 at the Sand Friday 6:30pm News. The sign in the restaurant window said, don’t Lake Town Hall, 8428 NY66, Sand Lake. Programs are free and open make fun of our coffee; someday you will be old and weak too. to public. Like us on Facebook and our website: sandlakehistory.org

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February Events At The Rensselaer Senior Center

February 5th - Join the Rensselaer County Rensselaer Senior Center as we welcome the New Year with a dinner and a show featuring Paul Slusar "Chinese New Year" (Asian Beef) Entertainment by Paul Slusar. Call today for reservations 463-2166. Monday Through Friday 9am-3pm We are Located in Rensselaer on East and Herrick Streets February 14th - Special Dinner (Open Face Turkey Sandwich) Entertainment by Rob Carson.Call today for reservations 463-2166. My Town Board colleagues and I clearly stated our mission when we Monday Through Friday 9am-3pm We are Located in Rensselaer on ran for office: provide effective and efficient government for the Town of Kinderhook. We’ve kept this promise and continue to deliver more East and Herrick Streets February 26th - Join the Rensselaer County Rensselaer Senior Center with a dinner and a show featuring Donny Elvis Singing your favorite Elvis Songs “King of Hearts” Elvis Day W/ Donny Elvis (Sausage with Noodles And Gravy) Call today for reservations 463-2166. Monday Through Friday 9am-3pm We are Located in Rensselaer on East and Herrick Streets

each year. This article recaps many of our team’s accomplishments in 2018:

•Kept property taxes below 2010 levels for 9th consecutive year. Without cutting any essential services or raising taxes have reduced town debt owed, which will save interest payments now and better position us for unforeseen future expenses. •Secured a grant from the State for an electric vehicle station. We Are Still Signing Up for The Following Trips •We are now a registered Climate Smart community and have passed a *Culinary Institute of America & Vanderbilt Mansion March 7th comprehensive solar law. •Built ice skating rink at Town Hall for the town to use during the ** Everything Elvis Trip June 17th -22nd - Memphis Tennessee/ winter months. Tupelo Mississippi Elvis Trip ** •Continue to utilize Municipal Center to the fullest. Approximately 60 groups use this resource on a regular basis. We acquired this building Join Rensselaer County Rensselaer Senior Center for 6 days and 5 at no cost to combine office space and provide a location for volunteer nights of Elvis. Visit the Elvis Pressley Museum, The house where community organizations. Elvis was born, the boyhood church he attended and Sun Studios •Reduced speed on 203 in an effort to improve safety after several where he first recorded. Tour Graceland, Graceland Plaza and so much more sign up January 8th at 9am call the center for more info. accidents and on State Farm Road from 45mph to 30mph near Ichabod Don't miss this once in a lifetime tour. Insurance Available Call 518- Crane School. •Enhanced speeding enforcement from Sheriff’s department with 463-2166. approximately 8 additional hours a week. Many tickets have been written and the increased presence should encourage drivers to slow In 2019 we will be having new shows and trips we also will continue to offer. Tai Chi, Aerobics, Silver Sneakers, Line Dancing, down. Wood Shop, Community Service Sewing Group, Art Class and a •Acquired an additional 77 acres of land adjacent to the existing new class coming soon "Geneology" We offer great Meals daily at Volunteer Park off of State Farm Road, bringing the park’s size to 12 Noon we do ask you to call and make a reservation at 518-463approximately 100 acres. The Park includes baseball, softball and 2166. The center is open Monday-Friday from 9am to 3pm see old soccer fields, a basketball court, dog park and a playground. This land, friends and meet new ones. previously state owned, was granted to the Town at no cost excluding minimal closing costs for the transfer. Always looking to receive Donations of good and gently used •Wildflower Road paved at no cost to Town, paid for by residents on clothing and shoes for our corner boutique all proceeds benefit this road. senior programs •The Town’s new website will go-live in the very near future. There are many new features available. The ANCHOR Food Pantry wants to thank the Castleton/Schodack •We have started new town initiatives online, such as a centralized Community for all their support and generosity throughout 2018. location to post job openings and a calendar to advertise events & Because of you, we were able to serve 514 calls from families restaurant deals in our area. These resources are open to all and we in need of food. 39 children had a wonderful Christmas thanks encourage you to use them, all you need is an internet connection. to our toy shop. We never know what the winter weather will bring us, but it usually puts a burden on families that are already struggling to make ends meet. We are happy to accept any donations of non-perishable foods such as soups, tuna fish, cereals, and peanut butter. We also provide toiletries such as toilet tissue, soap and toothpaste and are grateful for these donations. Please LIKE the NEW FACEBOOK page so you stay in the loop about news and needs: https://www.facebook.com/The-Anchor-Food-Pantry-Castleton On Tuesday, February 12 between 5and 7 pm The Recovery Sports Grill is holding a fund raiser for the ANCHOR. They will donate 15% of the check’s value to the ANCHOR. Thank you for anything you can do. The Brewer Morris Team at Howard Hanna Real Estate is proud to have donated a portion of each of their last 6 months of 2018 closings to The Anchor. Ed Brewer is presenting a check of over $1,000 to Joanne Bennison on behalf of his team.

I am a wife, mom and councilwoman in the Town of Kinderhook. My goal is to keep you abreast of interesting news coming out of our Town. I want to share the things that mean so much to us as a family and member of this great community. There are approximately 8,400 people in the Town of Kinderhook, which is comprised of Kinderhook, Niverville and Valatie. You can reach me at HoganForKinderhook@gmail.com or facebook.com\HoganForKinderhook and our Town Board at facebook.com\TownOfKinderhook.

Kinderhook Reformed Church Events First Friday Free Community Meal on February 1, 2019 at Kinderhook Reformed Church, 21 Broad St.. Doors open at 5:30 p. m. with dinner at 6 p. m. Join us for a delicious meal and fellowship. All are welcome. For information call 518-758-6401 or kinderhookreformedchurch.com. Parents Night Out 5:30-8:30 February 9, 2019 at the Kinderhook Reformed Church, 21 Broad St. Free child care for kids 3 and older with dinner provided. Fun evening of age appropriate crafts, story-time and movie in a safe and nurturing environment. Preregistration required. For information and to register call 518-758-6401.

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Pet dental care is good health sense February is National Pet Dental Health month Research has shown 80% of pets develop dental disease by 3 years of age. Plaque and tartar in the mouth cause infection and pain. Studies have shown dental infection also affects internal body organs and pets with dental disease are at greater risk for heart, kidney and liver disease, much as people are. We can better control diabetic pets’ blood sugar if they do not have dental infection. Dogs have been used as a research model for human periodontal disease and the effects of dental disease are basically the same for pets and people. When pets eat food they collect microscopic food particles that mix with saliva and oral bacteria to form plaque. The plaque bacteria grow into a biofilm, a complex of bacteria very resistant to antibiotics. A thorough dental cleaning removing the plaque and tartar is the only way to reduce the bacterial biofilm and infection. We have certified dental care professionals. Dr. Thomas Phillips is a Fellow of the Academy of Veterinary Dentistry. He has taken advanced training and certification and performs both routine and advanced dental treatments to save healthy, functional teeth. He is assisted by Tina Patton, a Dental Technician specialist, one of three in New York state. Our goal is to save teeth that will be functional and pain-free. Unfortunately, many pets have teeth with advanced disease and abscesses which will need to be extracted. Early treatment and dental homecare are the best prevention for dental disease. All pets need to have general anesthesia to perform thorough treatments. Much of the tooth and tooth roots are under the gum line and dental x-rays are needed to evaluate the underlying bone. We use the same type of dental x-rays your dentist uses. Dogs and cats will not hold their head still or hold the x-ray sensor in their mouths. Anesthesia also allows us to clean all surfaces of the teeth, under the gum line without injuring the soft tissues, and probe the gum tissue for periodontal pockets just as your dentist does for you. Many people are concerned about anesthesia. There have been many advances in veterinary anesthesia and anesthesia monitoring that have greatly reduced the risks and allow us to perform the needed procedures. Blood screening before anesthesia allows us to see if there is internal disease that should be treated first. New EKG equipment or cardiac ultrasound can help evaluate if heart disease is present. Pets are maintained on IV fluids during the procedure to maintain blood pressure and heart and kidney blood flow just as we would have during a hospital procedure. We monitor oxygen, blood pressure, KKG and have special warming blankets to prevent hypothermia. Pets need dental care to prevent other diseases. Nassau Veterinary Clinic prides itself in providing excellence in dental care and having a dynamic certified team to provide it! For more information contact us at 518-766-2636.

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Welcoming You in Winter It can be hard to connect with others with the temperatures low and the sunlight scarce. No matter the weather, we’re committed to helping you reach out to your community. Our free group exercise programs, events and socials don’t stop just because it’s cold. Come discover the warmth within our walls that lasts through every season. Giving Back to Our Community Through our childcare programs, we nurture the potential in every child. Through our health and wellness programs, we improve the health and well-being of those who live in our communities. And through our scholarship program, we strengthen our community by giving back and helping those in need. The Y is, and always will be, dedicated to building healthy, confident, connected and secure children, adults, families and communities. Every day our impact is felt when an individual makes a healthy choice, when a mentor inspires a child and when a community comes together for the common good. And we never turn someone away because she or he cannot afford our programs. Instead, we offer financial assistance to families and indi-viduals in every community we serve. Learn more at www.CDYMCA.org. Call us today: 518.869.3500.

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Annual Campaign

The Capital District YMCA is committed to a best practice, year-round approach to annual community support. Each year, the Y reaches out to staff, volunteers, members, and community partners to help fund their mission. The Y addresses ever changing community needs, making timely, community specific mission impact possible.

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To ensure our Y can continue to make a meaningful and enduring impact on our community, consider an endowment/planned gift that will provide a permanent source of funding for new programs or facility improvements. Please call Melissa at 518-869-3500 ext. 9920 to explore your planned giving options.

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You can help us provide life-changing programs such as LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA, which helps cancer survivors by giving them caring spaces and support to find their way forward with confidence. Each participant receives a family membership because cancer affects the entire family.

You can give a child the chance to make new friends, learn how to swim, and more with a YMCA membership for a year! Just $9 a month. You can give 5 teenagers the chance to attend a three-day rally where they’ll learn leadership skills that will benefit them forever! Just $21 a month. You can give 10 kids the chance to join a youth basketball program where they’ll develop team-building skills that will help them stay in school and be successful in life. Just $42 a month. Please make a Donation today at https://cdymca.org/support-the-y/

Questions? Please reach out to Shannon Romanowski, Executive Director of our Greenbush Branch at 20 Community Way, East Greenbush, NY 12061. Call Shannon today at 518-477-2570.

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February 2019 Dear Our Towne Readers, Happy New Year! I hope you had a wonderful holiday season. We have enjoyed having our family together under the same roof for 6 weeks with oldest daughter home from college. It was also very nice having some extra help with this magazine this month. What can I say? Allison knows how to make beautiful advertisements and also needs to “pay off” her car insurance. It is a win-win situation. Let’s say it is a family business; like the ones that advertise in Our Towne. You may have noticed that I didn’t publish a January issue. It gives me time to enjoy family, organize the business and set goals set for the new year. It gives me great pleasure to welcome some new businesses to the Our Towne family. My goal in 2019 is to further connect the communities that receive Our Towne Magazine. Over 21,200 copies will be mailed to towns in Northern Columbia & Southern Rensselaer Counties. Another 1,300 can be found at locations around town. Want to know where to pick one up? Just check out our website, www.ourtownerensco. com. and look for the tab “Pick Up Locations.” In addition, you can read current and past issues on the website. I invite you to also LIKE Our Towne Magazine Rensco on Facebook to get news and current information from the magazine. Thank you for supporting the local businesses in our community and keep in touch! May you all stay warm & safe this winter.

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Castleton Public Library Eliminates Late Fees Castleton-on-Hudson, New York – Effective January 1, Castleton Public Library (CPL) has eliminated late fines for items borrowed at CPL. The elimination of late fines applies to all of the library's collections, as well as items from other libraries that are requested for pickup at CPL. Cardholders from any public library in Albany and Rensselaer Counties may now borrow from CPL without accruing late fees. The elimination of late fees is part of CPL's efforts to improve library service and remove fines as a potential barrier to library use, particularly for families. CPL's policy change is part of a growing trend across libraries nationwide. Libraries that have removed late fees are seeing increased use of their collections, more people getting library cards, and people returning to the library. In addition to the policy change eliminating late fees, CPL has also erased existing late fees for all of its cardholders to give borrowers a "clean slate" for the new year. A copy of the library's new policy can be found on the CPL website (www.castletonpubliclibrary.org). Anyone who has questions or concerns about the new policy is encouraged to contact Library Director Melissa Tacke by phone at 518-732-0879 or by email at director@castletonpubliclibrary.org. New York State Golden Park Program If you are a New York State resident 62 or older, on any weekday (except holidays), you can obtain free vehicle access to most* state parks, boat launch sites and arboretums and fee reduction to state historic sites and state-operated golf courses. Simply present your currently valid New York State Driver License or New York State Non-Driver Identification Card** at the park entrance. No application is required as your NY State Driver's License/NonDriver ID Card serves as your pass. For locations with pay stations, please contact the facility directly for information. For information about facilities where this program is valid, contact the nearest state park, state park regional office or: New York State Parks, Albany, New York 12238 518-474-0456 (TTY/TDD through 711 Relay Service) *free vehicle access not valid at Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park, Earl W. Brydges Artpark State Park, Fahnestock Winter Park, Lake Superior State Park, and Oak Orchard State Marine Park. ** A New York State Driver License or a New York State Non-Driver Identification Card may be obtained from your local Motor Vehicle office. You may want to contact them first to be certain you bring the required forms of identification.

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Monday Family Resource Centers of Columbia County (FRC) is a non-profit organization that offers a free playgroup type setting, circle time and free (518) 732-0879 www.castletonpubliclibrary.org snacks. frc@familyresourcecenterscc.org. The group meets on Mondays & Wednesdays year round at Martin H. Glynn School, 3211 Church Street, Pajama Storytime – Tuesdays at 6:00pm on 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26. Feel free to wear your PJs or bring a stuffed animal to our evening storytime! Room 210, Valatie 85 South Main Street, Castleton, NY 12033

Perfect before you head to bed. Learn & Play Storytime – Thursdays at 10:30am on 2/7, 2/14, 2/21, 2/28. Children from birth to 5 enjoy stories, rhymes, music, and movement while building early literacy and motor skills! Other Programs: After Dinner Book Club: The Little Book of Hygge – Mon., 2/4, 7:00pm The Battle of Bennington – Wed., 2/6, 6:00pm David Pitlyk of the Bennington Battlefield State Historic Site presents the history of the Battle of Bennington. Read to Lacey the Therapy Dog – Mon., 2/11, 4:00-5:00pm Valentine's Day: Decorate A Cookie! – Wed., 2/13, 3:00-6:00pm Learn to Play Bridge – Fri., 2/15, 10:30am Want to play bridge and don’t know how? Come to the library for lessons we’ll have you playing in no time! Experienced players are welcome. We’ll also discuss forming a bridge club at the library. American Red Cross Blood Drive – Sat., 2/16, 8:00am – 1:00pm Appointments recommended; call 518-732-0879, email director@ castletonpubliclibrary.org or visit redcrossblood.org. Drop-ins also welcome. Afternoon Book Club: The Water Will Come – Tue., 2/19, 1:00pm Teen Time: Sharpie Art Tiles – Tue., 2/19, 4:00-6:00pm Do you want to make a fun decoration or a great gift? Join us at the library to decorate a ceramic tile with sharpie designs. For teens in 6th-12th grades. Legal Clinic – Tue., 2/19, 6:30-7:30pm Get a free, private, confidential consultation with an attorney. Appointment required; call 518-435-1770. Cool Science: Snow Fluff! – Wed., 2/20, 4:00-6:00pm We’ll make snow fluff with shaving cream and learning about the science behind real snow! Pipe Cleaner Crafts – Thu., 2/21, 12:00-6:00pm Stop by to make a pipe cleaner monster, animal, or any other pipe cleaner craft you can imagine! All ages. Legomania! – Fri., 2/22, 10:00am – 6:00pm We’ll have our big Lego bins out all day for this huge build-a-thon! Recommended for ages 3 and up. Crafternoon – Sat., 2/23, 10:00am – 4:00pm We have lots of craft supplies – bring your imagination and make something awesome! All ages. Downsizing Seminar – Tue., 2/26, 6:00pm For seniors, their families, or anyone hoping to simplify their life, this free seminar offers information about the downsizing process. Presented by Cindy McMahon, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker. Please register; call 518732-0879.

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Question: I went to the dentist for a “fix” of my teeth. I admit, I’ve neglected them for some time. She basically told me that my teeth were not fixable. I have a combination of issues. Gum disease, several broken teeth, multiple cavities and also several missing teeth. She said that my teeth really needed to be removed and that I had a few options for dentures but the one I liked the most was something that would be both a denture but would not come out. What do you think? Answer: I do see this quite often and I’m sure that you didn’t like to hear that there wasn’t a fix for your existing dentition. Although there can be a number of different reasons why teeth can be “unrestorable”, you really have only a few solutions, if you want one. To answer your specific question about the denture that doesn’t come out, what your dentist was likely referring to is what we call a “Hybrid” prosthesis. This is a solution when non restorable teeth are removed, and instead of making a traditional denture, which you take in and out, we work with the lab & an oral surgeon to create an appliance (aka denture) that is attached to implants, so that you cannot remove it. Let me break this down. First the non restorable teeth are removed. The patient then has implants placed into the jaw. We create a denture that is screwed down onto the dental implants. Also, one of the procedures that has become more popular in this scenario is an “Immediate Conversion”. Instead of waiting for the mouth to first heal from the extractions, and then heal from the implants - which can take upwards of a year, we now can do it immediately where the teeth are removed, and implants are places and a provisional denture is attached all at the same day. Then when healing is complete, the patient gets a permanent appliance inserted. This saves time and best of all the patient is never without teeth. We see this more often on the lower jaw, as more patients can acclimate to a removable denture on the top, or can use a more simple clip and implant system. However it is possible to do both upper and lower arch, if the bone strength and condition is ideal. This is also sometimes an option for people that already wear dentures but don’t find them comfortable or functional or they are ill-fitting. The end result is as realistic biting and chewing experience as we can make for a patient (most patients think apples and steaks). As always, make sure to ask. We can’t help if we don’t know and our goal is to help you smile for a lifetime. DrJoe@LapinskiDental.com

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