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4242 E Southcross, 1202 W Bitters Rd., Suite 9, Suite 1207, San Antonio San Antonio 210-333-4421 210-494-2206

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Floresville 104 Turner Lane

210-538-2020

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3567 Hwy 123 N, Stockdale Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Welcome to Nixon Family Dentistry!

The philosophy of Nixon Family Dentistry is to provide all your dental needs under one roof. We want all of our patients to be able to avoid the hassle of seeing specialists in the “big city”. Each of our dentists is highly trained in all phases of dentistry.

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Table of Contents

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Wilson County Chiropractic ...................... 8

Connally Memorial Medical Center ........................................................... Back Cover Guadalupe Regional Medical Center ...... 18 Otto Kaiser Memorial Hospital ................ 17 WellMed .................................................... 19

CouNSeliNg The Center for Healing & Hope of South Texas .......................................... 5

deNtal Gentle Dental Care ................................... 8 GPS Dental .................................................. 8 Randall Lerich, DDS .................................... 9 Larry H. Poth, DDS & Christopher Balser, DDS ..................... 10 Nixon Family Dentistry ................................ 3 Professionals in Dentistry ............................ 9 Sister Creek Dental ................................... 10 Stockdale Dental Excellence ................... 2 Zam Dental .................................... Front Cover

medSPa M.A.C. MedSpa ........................................ 20

NurSiNg Home Country Care Manor ............................... 20 Floresville Residence & Rehab................ 21 Regency Manor Nursing & Rehab ......... 21 Stockdale Residence & Rehab .............. 22

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Frederick L. Vinson, M.D. ......................... 22

Physicians Premier ............................... 14-15 The Emergency Clinic La Vernia............. 11

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Edward B. Elmer, M.D. .............................. 22 Seguin Orthopedics ................................. 23

Joel Saldaña, MD ..................................... 12 Kaiser Family Practice .............................. 11

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Doss Audiology & Hearing Center ......... 13

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Advanced Home Health Service ........... 16 Kaiser Home Health Services .................. 17 Pride Health Care Services ........................ 27

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COUNSELING • 5

Why dental hygiene is essential for overall health

The importance of maintaining clean teeth and healthy gums goes beyond having fresh breath and a white smile.

Many people are surprised to discover that oral hygiene plays an integral role in overall health.

Research indicates that oral health mirrors the condition of the body as a whole. Also, regular dental visits can alert dentists about overall health and pinpoint if a person is at a risk for chronic disease. An oral health checkup also may be the first indication of a potential health issue not yet evident to a general medical doctor.

Heart disease According to the Academy of General Dentistry, there is a distinct relationship between periodontal disease and conditions such as heart disease and stroke. Joint teams at the University of Bristol in the United Kingdom and the Royal College of Surgeons in Dublin, Ireland, found that people with bleeding 6

gums from poor dental hygiene could have an increased risk of heart disease.

Bacteria from the mouth is able to enter the bloodstream when bleeding gums are present. That bacteria can stick to platelets and subsequently form blood clots. This interrupts the flow of blood to the heart and may trigger a heart attack. Brushing and flossing twice daily and rinsing with mouthwash can remove bacteria and keep gums healthy.

Facial pain The Office of the Surgeon General says infections of the gums that support the teeth can lead to facial and oral pain.

Gingivitis, which is an early stage of gum disease, as well as advanced gum disease, affects more than 75 percent of the American population.

Dental decay can lead to its own share of pain. Maintaining a healthy mouth can fend off decay and infections, thereby preventing pain.

Pancreatic cancer In 2007, the Harvard School of Public Health reported a link between gum disease and pancreatic cancer.

In the ongoing study, 51,000 men were followed and data was collected beginning in 1986. The Harvard researchers found that men with a history of gum disease had a 64 percent increased risk of pancreatic cancer compared with men who had never had gum disease. The greatest risk for pancreatic cancer among this group was in men with recent tooth loss.

However, the study was unable to find links between other types of oral health problems, such as tooth decay, and pancreatic cancer.

Alzheimer’s disease Various health ailments, including poor oral health, have been linked to a greater risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. In 2010, after reviewing 20 years’ worth of data, researchers from New York University concluded that there is a link between gum inflammation and Alzheimer’s disease. Follow-up studies from researchers at the University of Central Lancashire in the United Kingdom compared brain samples from

10 living patients with Alzheimer’s to samples from 10 people who did not have the disease. Data indicated that a bacterium — Porphyromonas gingivalis — was present in the Alzheimer’s brain samples but not in the samples from the brains of people who did not have Alzheimer’s. P. gingivalis is usually associated with chronic gum disease. As a result of the study, experts think that the bacteria can move via nerves in the roots of teeth that connect directly with the brain or through bleeding gums.

These health conditions are just a sampling of the relationship between oral health and overall health. Additional connections also have been made and continue to be studied.

How to encourage kids to take care of their teeth Parents of young children know that getting kids to brush their teeth can sometimes feel like pulling teeth. Kids have a long history of disliking dental care, which can frustrate parents who know the importance and long-lasting benefits of proper dental hygiene.

While many youngsters may never excitedly run to the bathroom to brush their teeth, parents can try various approaches to get kids to embrace proper dental care.

• Start early. Parents should not hesitate to begin cleaning kids’ teeth once the first tooth appears. The earlier dental care is part of a child’s routine, the more likely he or she is to accept it as part of everyday life. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends using a softbristled brush with a small head. Ideally, use a toothbrush designed for infants, brushing teeth once per day at bedtime. The AAPD advises taking kids to visit a pediatric dentist when the first tooth appears, or no later than the child’s first birthday.

• Make it a group effort. Young children love to imitate their parents’ actions and behaviors, and

moms and dads can use that adoration to their advantage when trying to get kids to brush their teeth. Brush teeth together as a family, making it seem like an enjoyable twice-daily activity. Get down on kids’ level and show them how to brush.

If kids are resistant, engage them in conversation while brushing so they don’t even realize they’re cleaning away.

• Involve kids in choosing their dental care products. While parents should be mindful of the type of toothbrush their children use, always sticking with products recommended by their child’s pediatric dentist, let youngsters choose their toothbrush and toothpaste. Kids might prefer a particular flavor of toothpaste, and a colorful toothbrush with a favorite film or television character might make kids more enthusiastic and less fussy about brushing.

• Compliment kids after positive dental appointments. When pediatric dentist appointments go well, compliment children and express your pride in them for taking dental hygiene as seriously as they do.

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Wilson County ChiropraCtiC Health care without a prescription

830-253-PAIN (7246)

•Massage Therapy •Nutrition

1213 10th Street, Floresville

Jo Younts, Patricia Quinn C.H., Dr. Bruen C. Goolsby, Li Waters L.M.T.

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Gentle Dental Care

E. Edward Elizondo, DDS 13292 US Hwy 87, La Vernia, TX 78121 Appointments available in La Vernia

830-779-2727

Open Mon.-Thurs.

Comprehensive Care for Smiles of All Ages

GPS DENTAL

Gary Skrobanek, DDS

210-633-3477 Brooks City-Base, next to Target

Cosmetic Dentistry Implants Wisdom Tooth Removal No-metal Crowns Sedation Whitening TMJ Therapy Snoring & Sleep Apnea Accepting most insurances

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LeriCh DentaL Family Dentistry

Insurance and major credit cards accepted

Plaza Shopping Center

Floresville

830-216-1185

“We change your world with a smile.”

Giving you the CARE you deserve for over 30 years.

General Dentistry that provides:

Cosmetics, Veneers, Implants & Full Mouth Reconstruction, Digital Imaging, Oral Cancer Screenings, Scanned Impressions, Orthodontics, Sedation & Comfort Care options, Full Family Dentistry

David A. Little, DDS, Kristen McBride, DDS Of all the things you wear YOUR SMILE is most important. Your health is reflected in your smile.

•Do you eat what you want or eat what you can?

•Do you speak more clearly and bite without pain?

We offer customized personal care to fit your personal dental needs.

Call us today! 210-648-4411 • 6961 Hwy 87 E., San Antonio www.professionalsindentistry.com DENTAL • 9

Serving the area for 36 years.

Family Dentistry Larry H. Poth, D.D.S. Christopher Balser, D.D.S. 830-393-2064 • 1110 B St., Floresville By appointment: Mon.-Thurs. 8-5, Fri. 8-Noon www.dentistlarrypoth.com

Accepting new patients of all ages!

•Gentle, comprehensive dentistry •State-of-the art technology •Most insurances accepted •Free 2nd opinions

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Family Practice

Accepting new patients and most insurances

Joel Saldaña, M.D. 3349 S. Hwy 181, Ste. 2, Kenedy, TX 78119 Behind Otto Kaiser Medical Center

830-583-2569

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We look forward to taking care of your home health needs!

ADVANCED

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Our agency cares for patients within the communities of La Vernia, Floresville, Stockdale, Karnes County and the surrounding areas.

1064 E. Ireland, Seguin

830-379-6171 Fax: 830-379-6388

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Thank you for helping us grow these past eight years!

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BOTOX/FILLERS WEIGHT LOSS SKIN CARE

Floresville Residence & Rehab Center Medicare • Medicaid Insurance • Private pay Respite Care Call for inquiries 830-393-2561 1811 6th St., Floresville • 830-393-2561 (Fax 830-393-8817)

Following services offered: 24/7 Skilled Nursing Care • Long Term Care Physical Therapy • Occupational Therapy • Speech Therapy Post-Surgical Care • IV Therapy • Wound Care Dementia • Alzheimer’s Care • Music Therapy Respiratory Care • Hospice Care • Respite Care Ileostomy/Colostomy Care • Tube Feeding Recreational Activities • Recreational Therapy

We also provide nutritional meals, social activities, psychological services, housekeeping/laundry services, and transportation to and from appointments.

Medicaid and Medicare certified. Private Pay and most insurance accepted. Private and Semi-private rooms available.

830-216-7090 1615 11th St., Floresville NURSING HOME • 21

STOCKDALE RESIDENCE & REHABILITATION CENTER

300 Salmon, Stockdale • 830-996-3721 • www.stockdalecare.com

30+ years’ experience providing OB/GYN services...

Including: Normal & Complicated Prenatal Care Gynecological Surgery FREE PREGNANCY TESTING

Frederick L. Vinson, M.D. Board Certified in Obstetrics & Gynecology

497 10th St., Ste. 205, Floresville, TX 78114 Next to Connally Memorial Medical Center

830-393-6800

Edward B. Elmer, M.D. Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon 800-275-3063 1411 3rd St., Floresville next to Arcadia Theater

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OrthOpeDicS Office iN LA VerNiA High quality care for musculoskeletal disorders and injuries.

G. Steven White, MD

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Podiatrist in Floresville Charles White, DPM

Terri Quebedeaux, DPM

Specializing in Care of the Foot & Ankle •Foot & ankle injuries •Diabetic foot & wound care •Sports medicine •Pain management •Ingrowns •Nail & skin care

Call now for an appointment!

830-303-0005 Conviva • 260 Hwy 181 N., Floresville Next to Randolph-Brooks Federal Credit Union

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Why annual checkups are so important

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utritious diets and routine exercise are two hallmarks of a healthy lifestyle. Combining the two can lower people’s risk for various diseases and contribute to a high quality of life. But food and physical activity are not the only things people should do to improve their chances of living long, healthy lives.

Preventive care is important.

One of the most effective principles of preventive care is to schedule an annual checkup with a physician.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, routine health exams and tests can find problems before they start. During annual check-ups, doctors may notice some red flags, such as high cholesterol, that men and women won’t detect on their own. These warning signs could be increasing people’s risk for disease and/or discomfort. Many of these red flags are undetectable without proper screenings, which is why annual checkups are integral to maintaining one’s health.

Annual checkups also serve as a great time for adults to be screened for certain cancers. The American Cancer Society notes that cancer screenings are used to find cancer before a person develops symptoms. That’s a vital

benefit of annual checkups, as cancers caught in their early stages are more easily treated. In addition, catching cancer before it has metastasized greatly improves patients’ prognosis.

Another reason to schedule annual checkups is that they make perfect opportunities for patients to discuss their family histories with their physicians.

This is especially important for adults over 40, as age and family history are significant risk factors for a host of conditions and diseases.

Men and women concerned about conditions and diseases that their family members have had can discuss those concerns with their physicians during their annual checkups. Physicians can then recommend ways for patients to balance their risk, calming patients’ concerns and giving them a road map to reduce their risk for conditions and diseases that seem to run in their families.

Annual checkups are as vital a component of a healthy lifestyle as nutritious diets and routine exercise.

By scheduling annual checkups with their physicians, adults can closely monitor their overall health and potentially uncover issues before they escalate into major health risks.

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