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Resolutions for the New Year

CALENDAR 12, 14 January 2024 FEATURE STORY 16 dluxuss Real Estate Group Makes Luxury LifestyleLiving Reality COMMUNITY NEWS 18 Advancing Precision Medicine: Million Veteran Program's Landmark Achievement 20 Groove Under the Stars Davie’s ‘Sounds of the Town’ Concert Series SCHOOL NEWS 22 Broward Schools and BSO Partner in Effort to Prevent Sextortion LEGALLY SPEAKING 25 Can I Use a Computer or AI to Write My Will?

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BEST OF DAVIE 36 Meet the Winners

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Resolutions For The New Year

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he tradition of making New Year’s resolutions dates back thousands of years and has its origins in various cultures and civilizations. While the specific customs and resolutions may have evolved over time, the concept of setting goals and making commitments for self-improvement at the start of a new year has remained a common practice in many parts of the world. The practice of making New Year’s resolutions can be traced back to ancient Babylon, around 4,000 years ago. The Babylonians celebrated the New Year during the spring equinox and made promises to their gods to repay debts and return borrowed items. This was seen as a way to secure favor for the upcoming year. In the early days of the United States, religious and moral resolutions continued to be popular. The practice later evolved to include promises related to self-improvement, such as losing weight or saving money. Today, New Year’s resolutions encompass a wide range of goals and commitments, from personal fitness and health to career aspirations and self-improvement. Whether your resolution for this year is related to fitness, financial success, or learning a new hobby, we wish you the very best in pursuing yours!

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January 2024 Calendar JANUARY 7 Story Time at Flamingo Gardens

JANUARY 1

Gather in our outdoor reading area in the shade of the southern live oak where Ms. Barbara will read the children a story related to nature. After the story, Ms. Cintia encourages imagination and mindfulness through yoga. Children (and parents too!) participate in breathing exercises and yoga poses based on the subject of the story and the animals in our sanctuary. Afterwards, the children can express their own creativity by participating in a craft inspired by the story. 12:30 - 1:30 pm at Flamingo Gardens. For more info, call 954-473-2955 or scan the QR code.

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JANUARY 13 Hollywood Beach ½ Marathon

Experience the ultimate beach view run! The course takes you through the iconic Hollywood Beach Broadwalk. The route follows the beach giving runners spectacular views of the Atlantic ocean, and the chance to feel the sand under their feet and the ocean breeze in their hair immediately after they finish. The starting gun fires at 6:30 am sharp! For more info or to register, scan the QR code or visit www.hollywoodhalf.com.

Ring in the New Year with those closest to you. Some of the best holiday traditions come from being with the people who mean the most to you. Happy New Year from everyone at Our City Media!

JANUARY 8 Flamingo Gardens Orchid Society

JANUARY 6 Cooper City Health & Wellness Expo

Come and meet Alek Zaslawski from AWZ Orchids in Brazil. He will be presenting “Beautiful Brazilian Habitats” about Cattleya species with photos of their habitat, photos of flowers, and cultivation tips, including Cattleya granulosa, Cattleya guttata and Laelia praestans. Hosted by the Flamingo Gardens Orchid Society at Flamingo Gardens, Mary N. Porter Learning Center 3750 S. Flamingo Road. Doors open at 7:00 pm, program begins at 7:30 pm. For more info email flamingogardensorchidsociety@ gmail.com.

Bring your family and friends and join Cooper City Parks and Recreation for their 3rd Annual Community Health and Wellness Fair & it's FREE! The annual event will be hosted at Flamingo West Park, 6201 S Flamingo Road from 9:00 am - noon. For more info, call 954-434-4300. 12 / Our City Davie / January 2024 / OurCityMedia.com

JANUARY 16 Martin Luther King Day

Celebrate the life of the Christian minister and activist who became the most visible spokesperson and leader in the civil rights movement. Join your neighbors and friends in reflecting on the incredible advances our society has made and what more needs to be done in order to have a truly free and equal country.

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JANUARY 27

JANUARY 19 Sounds of the Town

Pegasus World Cup

Davie’s outdoor concert series is back! Com and enjoy live music and vibrant entertainment. This month’s concert features the Valerie Tyson Band. Food & beverages available for sale. Pets are prohibited. Don’t forget your blankets & lawn chairs! The concert will take place at the Davie Pine Island Park (Bamford Sports Complex), located at 3801 S. Pine Island Road from 6:00 pm to 9:00 p.m. For more info, scan the QR code or call 954-797-1000.

Come out to watch the ponies run in one of the richest horse races in the world. Horse people will be out and about in their finest, watching to see which thoroughbred to place their bet on. Arrangements have been made to accommodate social distancing. The gates open at 10:00 am with racing all day. Races held at Gulfstream Park. For more info or to purchase tickets visit pegasusworldcup.com.

JANUARY 20 Winter Workouts

Get back in shape after the holidays! Boot camp workouts every Saturday in January. Led by personal trainer Susan Malinski, these sessions will get your blood flowing and set you off with a positive mindset. Boot camps are held at Peace Mound Park at 9:00am. For more info visit www.SusanMalinski.com or call or text 954-245-2071.

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Cooper City Father-Daughter Dance

Jerry Seinfeld Live

Jerry Seinfeld’s comedy career took off after his first appearance on “The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson,” in 1981. Eight years later, he teamed up with fellow comedian Larry David to create what was to become the most successful comedy series in the history of television: “Seinfeld.” Come see Jerry live at the Hard Rock. Shows start at 8:00 pm. Scan the QR code for tickets or info.

Dress in your very best dress and take Dad to Cooper City’s annual Father-Daughter dance. This year’s edition will be themed “Great Gatsby!” The event is open to Cooper City residents only and will be hosted from 6:00 pm 9:00 pm at Cooper City High School. For tickets or more info visit the Cooper City Community Center at 9000 SW 50 Place or call 954-434-4300.

JANUARY 27 Eat to the Beat

Bring your friends and neighbors for a fun-filled night with food, music, and fun. This month’s event will feature the band Southern Blood. There will be a wide variety of local food trucks with a wonderful selection of authentic cuisine. 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm at Suellen H. Fardelmann Sports Complex, 10300 Stirling Road. For more info, call 954-434-4300. 14 / Our City Davie / January 2024 / OurCityMedia.com

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ntroducing dluxuss Real Estate Group, a boutique real estate firm within the renowned Coldwell Banker brand, specializing in luxury residential, commercial, and investment properties. Founder and team leader Denice Landaeta, together with her skilled associates, bring diverse professional backgrounds to provide clients with a premier real estate experience. Denice shares insights about dluxuss and its services for both buyers and sellers. dluxuss Real Estate Group excels in seller representation, ensuring properties sell for their highest value. This year, we've achieved the highest price per square foot in the City of Weston, at $565 per sqft, a milestone we take great pride in.

Our goal is to be your go-to resource for retirement planning. We’ve observed that some sellers neglect to prepare their homes for sale, resulting in prolonged market listings. These properties are often crucial to their owners' retirement plans. In any market, we dedicate ourselves to ensuring our listings are in excellent condition, from conducting repairs to undertaking painting and staging. We focus on making properties look outstanding, highlighting their most appealing features to evoke an emotional response from potential buyers. Every detail is significant, both now and in the past.

Why did you establish dluxuss Real Estate Group?

After leading highly successful business teams and earning Coldwell Banker’s top Global Luxury designation, the International Presidents Circle, and Million Dollar GUILD™ recognition, I embarked on a new venture. I founded dluxuss Real Estate Group, assembling a contemporary, sophisticated, and knowledgeable team of top-tier real estate professionals.

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DENICE LANDAETA REALTOR®

JUST SOLD $1,625,000 | 5BD | 4BA | 2 Car Garage Our reputation stems from our inventive marketing strategies, exceptional real estate knowledge, sharp negotiation skills, and unwavering commitment to our clients. Our distinctive marketing campaigns have a global reach, maximizing exposure. This approach has enabled me to sell over 250 properties in the last three years. Our broad network of local and international clients has also helped us build an extensive portfolio of buyers, including those seeking vacation and investment properties.

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We provide our clients with a unique international marketing campaign, distributing professional photos, videos, and flyers to over 45,000 international clients and 550 websites. We showcase your property to our exclusive luxury list of over 15 million potential buyers daily. Additionally, your property will feature on our website, which attracts significant daily traffic and serves as a resource for international buyers and sellers seeking reliable local real estate market information.

Could you tell us about your team’s background?

The dluxuss Real Estate Group comprises five members. We collaborate with several attorneys who assist with client relocations from abroad and manage investment opportunities for rental income. Karina Hernandez, with her pharmacy background, offers meticulous

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he Coral Springs Police Department medical issues including cancer, heart is spearheading a drive to gather disease, diabetes, and mental health unwrapped, brand-new toys for disorders like PTSD. By studying genetic disadvantaged children within the local influences on these conditions, researchers area. This charitable initiative will run from hope to develop new ways to prevent and treat illnesses in veterans and the broader November 15 to December 15. population. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Million Veteran Program (MVP) reached The genetic data collected is paired with its goal of enrolling 1 Million Veterans last health information from participants’ VA month. MVP is a landmark research ini- medical records. This comprehensive dataset tiative to understand how genes, lifestyle, provides a rich resource for researchers and military exposures affect health and studying complex interactions between illness. As one of the world's largest health genetics, environment, and lifestyle. and genetic information databases, MVP A small amount of blood is drawn from aims to improve health care for veterans enrolled veterans and is used to process through precision medicine and serves DNA tests. The DNA data, combined with the as a valuable resource for understanding VA’s healthcare records is then combined the relationship between genes, lifestyle, and used by researchers. This is the largest and health. study of its kind in the world. The program was launched in 2011 and The huge number of enrollees will allow has been recruiting Veterans to participate researchers to analyze small genetic variasince. MVP focuses on a wide range of

tions within the larger population to explore impacts on health. The program does not offer individual benefits to participants as it is a “blind” research study and all data is anonymous. It is no surprise that men and women who were willing to join the armed forces were also willing to selflessly participate in the program. MVP is co-directed by two prominent physicians: John Concato, M.D., M.S., M.P.H., a professor of medicine at Yale University, and J. Michael Gaziano, M.D., M.P.H., a professor of medicine at Harvard University. Some of the research breakthroughs directly attributable to MVP include: Height and Health Risks An MVP study involving 280,000 veterans revealed 127 medical conditions with risk factors linked to height. Tall individuals appear to have a reduced risk of cardiovascular problems but an increased risk for conditions like peripheral neuropathy and circulatory disorders. Yogurt and Heart Health Research on nearly 200,000 veterans in 2021 indicated that higher yogurt consumption correlates with increased levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL), or "good cholesterol," potentially reducing heart disease risk and increasing longevity. Racial Disparities in COVID-19 Outcomes: MVP researchers discovered a link between two mutations of the APOL1 gene and increased risk of acute kidney failure in Black patients with COVID-19. This finding, based on data from over 150,000 Black veterans, is leading to new drug research targeting the APOL1 gene. Genetic Links Between PTSD, TBI, and Dementia A study found a genetic connection between PTSD, traumatic brain injury (TBI), and an increased risk of dementia and Alzheimer's disease. This research highlights the importance of genetic factors in these conditions and may improve screening and treatment.

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roward County Public Schools (BCPS) is partnering with the Broward Sheriff’s Office (BSO) in warning teens that they’re the target of an Internet scam called Sextortion. Sextortion happens when a teen communicates through social media or gaming app with someone pretending to have a romantic interest in him/her. The criminal’s goal is to establish a relationship with the teen and obtain sexually suggestive photos to later blackmail the teen for more explicit content or money. If the demands are not met, the criminal threatens to share the images publicly. To help educate students and families about this crime, BCPS Superintendent Dr. Peter B. Licata and Sheriff Gregory Tony will hold a press conference on Friday, December 8, at 10 a.m., at Lauderhill 6 – 12, located at 1901 N.W. 49 Ave., Lauderhill. BCPS and BSO collaborated in creating an awareness campaign, which includes a poster with a QR code that students can scan to get information about sextortion: what it is, how it happens, what to do if victimized

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Faith-Based Schools All Saints Catholic School

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Through a technologically rich curriculum, students will develop rigorous problem solving and critical thinking skills. These opportunities will allow students to reach scholastic excellence and to be the next generation of compassionate Catholic leaders who live the gospel of Jesus Christ.

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Archbishop McCarthy High School embraces a mission of innovation in Catholic education and fosters innovation in teaching and learning. The curriculum offers honors, advanced placement and dual-enrollment courses. Technology is integral to the curriculum with state-of-the-art facilities, including laboratories, the iLounge and iCatholicEd classroom; Classrooms have interactive displays allowing teachers to mirror iPads, annotate over content and play 4K videos. Four classroom buildings house science and computer labs. Extracurricular programs include athletics, theater, dance, art, band & robotics. The multi-purpose stadium/sports complex has practice fields for football, soccer, track & field, baseball; varsity locker rooms; gymnasium; a health/fitness center; and a broadcasting studio.

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Grades: PK-6 | 954-6 67-0852 Since its establishment in 2005, Broward Christian Academy (BCA) has been committed to providing an academically excellent and nurturing environment for its students. With a focus on small class sizes and a family-oriented approach, BCA has become a second home for many families. At BCA, students are provided with a safe and stimulating learning environment, taught by a dedicated and professional faculty. They utilize the Creative Curriculum, a comprehensive, research-based program that encourages exploration and discovery as a means of learning.

David Posnack Jewish Day School 5810 S. Pine Island Road, Davie www.posnackschol.org Grades: K-12 | 54-583-6100 David Posnack Jewish Day School offers students a unique learning experience. Combining academic rigor in general and Judaic Studies with award-winning arts and sports programming, the Posnack School prepares students for lifelong achievement. 100% of students from their class or 2018 were accepted into 4-year colleges; over 75% of students participate in at least one sports team; and, they offer electives in truly unique subjects like Madarin, Human Genetics, Yoga and much more.

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Cooper City Christian Academy strives to provide a Christ-Centered environment of academic excellence, where faculty and staff work with families to develop students who will know and serve the Lord Jesus Christ with all their hearts, souls, minds, and strength. At CCCA students will discover their God-given gifts and will learn to lead others into the Kingdom of God with commitment, competence, compassion, and confidence.

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Parkway Christian School 1200 S Flamingo Road, Davie www.pcs-fl.net Grades: K-8 | 954-424-6425 Parkway Christian School’s mission is to grow the entire child, spiritually, academically and emotionally. Parkway is accredited by the Florida Council of Independent Schools and all teachers on staff are certified. Parkway has high academic standards, an excellent character education program and is involved in the community. Although Parkway is smaller than other schools, it has the same benefits as larger area private schools with advanced technology, an on-site hot lunch program, championship athletic program and campus-wide security.

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Discover the Posnack School Difference! A Junior Kindergarten through Twelfth Grade College Preparatory School • Graduates are accepted into prestigious universities including: Cornell University, Emory University, Princeton University, New York University, Tulane University, University of Central Florida, University of Florida, Northwestern University, Northeastern University, University of Miami, Vanderbilt University, and Washington University in St. Louis • Low student-to-teacher ratios • 95% pass rate on AP Exams • Posnack School offers a full Judaic Studies curriculum based on study of Torah and classical Jewish sources as well as modern Hebrew instruction. • Over 24 sports teams

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Potential Christian Academy 12401 Stirling Road, Cooper City www.ilovepca.com Grades: PK-8 | 954-434-1550 Potential Christian Academy has been a part of the South Florida community for over 30 years. They believe that the best place to start building on the foundation of Christ is at a very early age, so that children will be able to experience the full meaning, purpose, and joy that God has for their lives. PCA recognizes that it is during a child’s formative years that a strong academic foundation is built, a child’s beliefs are formed, interpersonal skills are developed.

Saint Bernadette Catholic School 7450 Stirling Road, Hollywood www.saintbernadettefl.org Grades: K-8 | 954-432-7022 Saint Bernadette Catholic School provides an environment where students are physically and emotionally safe from harm, bullying, and discrimination because tolerance, acceptance, and respect are the characteristics of relationships promoted by all members of this Christ-centered Catholic Community. The school encourages parents, as the primary educators of their children, to help their child’s continuous growth and development, by educating the whole child through Church and School involvement. St. Bernadette uses a variety of teaching styles, instructional techniques, and concepts to ensure that all students have the potential for a successful future.

Saint David Catholic School 3900 S University Drive, Davie www.saintdavidschool.org Grades: PK-8 | 954-472-7086 The mission of Saint David Catholic School is to provide a foundation for nurturing of the Catholic faith, traditions, and academic excellence. Catholic education strives to educate the whole child: spiritually, emotionally, socially, intellectually, artistically, and physically. Our curricula and co-curricular activities are designed to instill in each student a reverence for God and all His creation and to affirm the rich diversity of our students, families, teachers while building positive community involvement.

Saint Gregory the Great Catholic School

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Main: 6311 Orange Drive, Davie High School: 4650 SW 61st Ave., Davie Middle School: 5725 Orange Drive, Davie www.aefschools.com Grades: K-12 | 954-521-822 AEF provides and promotes a unique environment that fosters the growth of the individual. Their program encourages the development of the whole student by focusing on social skills, cognitive skills, and academics. Their staff work to instill knowledge and values which help students both inside and outside the classroom environment.

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very poor concrete, sequential skills. They are most successful with a program starting with the concepts & working backwards to learn the facts & order.

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3347 N University Drive, Hollywood www.divineacademy.com Grades: K-12 | 954-499-4638 Divine Academy is a private school located in Hollywood, FL for students with special needs. The central purpose and role of Divine Academy is to provide students with autism and special needs the means and knowledge for independent living and to enter the workforce through educational, vocational, and life skills instruction in a safe, nurturing, and structured environment.

Apple Tree Montessori School embraces the Montessori method for students from pre-K through 8th grade. The individuality of each child in respect to their needs and talents is the school’s focus. Students are given the opportunity to realize their full academic potential. The child manages time effectively while being responsible for completing each lesson.

Grades: 6-12 | 954-680-5808 The purpose of Conservatory Prep is to spark critical thinking, a passion for knowledge, and independent learning through a combined method of arts-integration and problem-based learning. The methodology was designed to meet the needs of twice-exceptional students. Many students are designated as gifted with minor learning differences and most had not performed to their potential in previous schools. These students learn directly opposite to the way traditional lesson plans are structured. Instead of learning facts and a sequence of information leading towards the greater concept, these students have strong conceptual skills and abstract reasoning and

Sagemont Preparatory School 1570 Sagemont Way, Weston www.sagemont.com

Grades: PK-12 | 954-389-9193 The Sagemont Preparatory School provides students with a rigorous curriculum that prepares them for college and beyond. Sagemont is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and the Association of Independent Schools of South Florida. The school operates two campuses. The Lower School provides students with a strong educational foundation combined with art, music, Spanish, swimming, physical education, and media and technology. Sagemont’s Upper School students choose from a variety of regular, honors & AP course work.

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their individual talents and strengths, they are able to bring out the best in them today - and well into the future. The school is unique among area schools in that they prepare students for college by helping them learn at one. The school combines a progressive academic program with a vibrant arts program, competitive athletics and a commitment to character.

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6301 SW 160th Avenue, SW Ranches www.greentreeprep.com Grades: K-8 | 954-780-8733 The mission of Greentree Prep Charter is to prepare K-8 students for high academic achievement and personal success through rigorous study and instruction aligned with state and federal government standards in the best of the classical and liberal arts tradition to teach and reach every child and allow him/her to become a self-governing, productive, and reliant individual and citizen. The school was designated as one of the top 3 performing schools in Broward County according to FSA scores in 2014. Today, the school has approximately 300 students in grades K-8. The school’s student population is very diverse with over 32 nationalities.

NOVA University School

3375 SW 75th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale www.uschool.nova.edu Grades: PK-12 | 954-262-4506 At NSU University School, the classroom is their cornerstone, but they recognize that true development takes a combination of academics, arts, athletics, and community service. By allowing students to focus on 30 / Our City Davie / January 2024 / OurCityMedia.com

Summit-Questa Montessori School is a community of educators, children, parents and extended family committed to the Montessori philosophy. Dr. Maria Montessori, whose life work centered on the care and education of children, so eloquently said, “Within the child lies the fate of the future.” Summit-Questa assists in developing all aspects of the individual, including the child’s self-creation of who they become. We are located on a beautiful 10-acre campus, with native habitats, edible schoolyard vegetable gardens, butterfly gardens, a wetland preserve, and a brand new gymnasium and pool.

Westlake Preparatory School and Academy 8950 Stirling Road, Cooper City www.westlakeschool.com Grades: K-12 | 954-473-0770 Westlake Preparatory School's customized curriculum allows the school to offer three unique academic pathways to ensure a student’s success. Their college-prep program is designed for students working towards a standard High School Diploma; Their Summit Program is designed for students needing accommodations; and, their Academy Program offers educational solutions for students working toward a Certificate of Completion or a Special Certificate of Completion.

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hould I have my child’s wisdom teeth extracted? This is a question I am asked frequently, especially at the end of orthodontic treatment. The question is very logical. We have been working to align the teeth for two years and everyone is excited to unveil their new smile to the world. The last thing that anyone wants is to leave the wisdom teeth to spoil our great work. On the other hand, the extraction of third molars is usually carried out by an Oral Surgeon using some form of sedation. The decision to refer must be thought out and based on science. According to the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS), the decision to avoid extracting the Third Molars (AKA Wisdom Teeth) depends on their meeting the following criteria: completely erupted and non-impacted, completely functional, painless, free of decay, disease-free, capable of being properly cleaned. As can be seen from this list, the academy of oral surgery leans heavily toward extraction. This list fails to aid in my decision making in most cases, as the average teen completes orthodontic treatment between 13-14 yrs old and the wisdom teeth erupt between 17-21 years old. What I prefer to use as a guide is the anatomy of the mandible (lower jaw) and the developmental stage of the Third Molars. For example, there is a nerve that runs the length of the lower border of the mandible called the inferior alveolar nerve. Among other things, this nerve provides for our feeling in the lower lip. The Third Molars develop right over this nerve and it is not until around 15-16 yrs old that the roots of the teeth tend to approximate and sometimes even wrap around the nerve. I allow the third molar to grow and hopefully find a reasonable eruption path prior to the completion of development of its roots. If I find that there is too much pressure being placed on the 12-year molars, I will refer for evaluation prior to the full development of the roots. What this accomplishes is the removal of the Third Molars with a much reduced chance of damage to the nerve. As in most situations, timing is everything. Our protocol consists of consistent retainer wear as soon as braces are removed. We then monitor the third molars until they either come in or are removed. Consistent retainer wear is more than sufficient in maintaining that beautiful smile through the process. In fact, we are recommending long-term, night time wear of the retainer even if the Third molars are removed. As it turns out, the eruption of the Third molars is the most well known, but not the only factor which can cause shifting of the teeth over time.

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Pet of the Month

“Pepin" Meet Pepin! He is a three-month-old mini-dachshund. He is full of joy and personality. He loves to sunbathe and scavenge for treats. He loves learning new tricks and meeting new people. He'll fly through the air with his floppy ears and sturdy paws to catch any ball thrown his way. Pepin will steal your heart and bite your phone, so be careful!

ENTER TODAY & MAKE YOUR PET FAMOUS! Your Pet Could Be Our Pet of the Month!

Christopher Courter

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Total Handyman Services: ✔ Plumbing Repair

✔ Roof Repair

✔ Bathroom

✔ Electrical

Remodeling ✔ Kitchen Remodeling ✔ Framing ✔ Carpentry ✔ Fence Repair

✔ Flooring ✔ Wall Repair ✔ Painting ✔ Fascia ✔ Honey-Do Lists

...and more!

Every month OUR CITY MEDIA randomly picks a pet of the month winner. Send Pet’s: Best Picture, Name and about fifty words describing why they’re so special! Include: Your Name, Email, Phone, and City of Residence. Email entries to: anna@ourcitymedia.com GOOD LUCK!

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