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FROM THE EDITOR: Treat Yourself PRESIDENTIAL ADDRESS: Beyond the Teeth FEATURE: Brushing Abroad PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT: Let’s Talk About It NEWS: #ASDAFEVER TRENDING: Lasers in Dentistry ALUMNI CORNER: Small Talk with Dr. Audrey Selecman WELLNESS: The State of Being in Good Health STUDENT SPOTLIGHT GUIDE TO MEMPHIS: Ice Cream BITEWING: Tofu Lettuce Wraps

Cover Photo: Hannah Greer, ’19, and Darby Gentry, ’20, by Travis Bradley

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FROM THE EDITOR |

Treat yourself WE ARE IN THE THICK OF THE SEMESTER.

With midterms passing by and finals on the horizon, we are almost there. During this busy and hectic time it is important to remember to take time to decompress. Treat yourself. Go to that movie or watch that show on Netflix. Put some miles on your boots by hiking that trail or blazing that mountain. Whatever you choose to do make sure it is something that eases your soul. A 2018 study in Nature Biotechnology reports that graduate students are more than six times as likely to experience anxiety and depression as the general population. The study included 2,279 participants in a variety and fields. Most of the participants were pursuing their Ph.D. or doctorate. A 2017 study published in the International Journal of Medical Education looked exclusively at anxiety, depression and stress in dental students. This study found a high occurrence of anxiety, depression and stress among dental students with over half of the study participants showing abnormal levels (66.8% anxiety, 55.9% depression, and 54.7% stress). A total of 277 dental students from all four years of school were included in this study with first-year students who had not completed one full year of study and students currently u n d e rg o i n g phycological therapy being excluded.

Morgan Rebeck, â&#x20AC;&#x2122;19

Chapter Editor-in-Chief National ASDA Editor

These studies highlight the importance of maintaining your health. Dental school is stressful and, sadly, it does not seem to get any less stressful as you move from year to year. Know your balance. If you need a mental break, TAKE IT. There is no shame in taking time to focus on your mental health. REACH OUT. If you are feeling anxious, depressed or stressed, utilize your resources. UTHSC has counseling services curated specifically for health professional students. Talk to your peers. We are all going through the same process and, as research shows, are potentially feeling the same way. Consult your mentors and talk to your family. Talk to someone and know that you are not alone.

The broad theme of this issue of theTENNESSEALANT is service. In this issue, read about going beyond the teeth when treating your patients. Experience what it is like to go on a dental mission trip. Learn more about how to increase communication with your patients. Gain insight into the use of lasers in dentistry. All this and more can be found in the following pages.

Photo Credit: Travis Bradley

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| PRESIDENTIAL ADDRESS

Beyond the teeth

CHRONIC SHOULDER PAIN, HEADACHES, LOSS OF SLEEP.

These were my symptoms for over five years, all of which I attributed to past sports-related injuries and surgeries I experienced in high school. I just figured this was my normal, and there was nothing I could do to make it better. Little did I know entering D2 year and occlusion lab was going to change a lot. I grind my teeth at night and have some other parafunctional habits. Dr. Selecman saw the wear pattern on my teeth and suggested I talk to the amazing Dr. Jain about being treated. Well, long story short I

Taylor Enochs, ’19

started several different treatments for my temporomandibular disorder (TMD).

Chapter President

In less than a month I realized I had no more headaches, no more neck pain, and no more shoulder pain. My sleep quality you may ask? In one word, phenomenal! I had been experiencing chronic pain for so long I was baffled. It was almost unreal to me that the root of the problem had been my mouth. It has been two years since I started TMD treatments which included trying different night guards, traction, re-establishing centric relation and currently orthodontic treatment. But through it all the results have remained constant — NO PAIN. Admittedly, I still have the parafunctional habits. This has not been a miracle cure, but treating the symptoms and addressing the underlying issues have allowed me to have a better quality of life. Why have I told you this? I just wanted to share my little story as a reminder that we as dentist have the ability to affect more than just enamel, dentin, PDL, and all those other oral specific anatomical structures. It is important that we stay current in our education and remain aware of what we as dentists can do for our patients. Does everyone with shoulder pain, neck pain, headaches and lack of sleep also have TMD or parafunctional habits? Probably not. But, these are things we as dentists should be aware of and ask our patients every time we see them. We are more than mouth doctors. We are on the front lines of diagnosis. Ideally, we see our patients at least twice a year. It is our responsibility to see the patient as a whole person. I hope my little story has shown you that you can really change someone’s life just by paying a little more attention to them and looking beyond the teeth.

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PRESIDENTIAL ADDRESS |

“It is our responsibility to see the patient as a whole person.”

Photo Credit: K a t J a y n e f r o m Pe x e l s

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| FEATURE

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BRUSHING TWENTY-ONE DENTAL STUDENTS. Three dental hygiene students. Three dentists. One physical therapist. One Baptist College Ministry leader. One audiovisual technician. This is what the

group to Ecuador looked like. We had people from different professions coming together to serve a common goal: better the lives of others. Being in dental school or any professional school at that, you can easily lose sight of why you chose the career path you did. With so much going on, so many deadlines, so many assignments, so many clinic requirements... you can get tunnel vision. One of the biggest reasons a lot of us dental students chose dentistry as our profession was to

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FEATURE | make a difference in someone’s life and being able to do what you can to help them. A mission trip gave me the opportunity to go back to the root of why I chose dentistry.

On the mission trip to Ecuador, we saw at least 500 Ecuadorian people. We treated babies, children, adults, and elders. We set up in a local missionary’s clinic for the first day and there were about six operatories. We started at eight in the morning and sometimes went until eight at night. On the first day, workers from local businesses came for dental screenings as well as locals who had heard about the free dental clinic that we had set up. It was our goal to help those who needed it. We tried to see as many people as we could. A lot of the locals had pain coming from their pain. It was our goal to get them out of pain. We were in Ecuador for 5 days. We had enough people to split the group up into two group so that we could serve as many people as we could. On the days we were not at the missionary’s clinic, we went to a local church and a local elementary school. At every place we went, it was our mission to better the health of these locals through not only their dental health but their entire health as a whole. Every individual we met was so grateful for what we did and how we helped them. The smiles and the thanks the locals gave us after we saw them and the hugs the elementary school children gave us when we were done showed us exactly how we could impact the lives of others. This is why we chose dentistry. This is why all that school is worth it. It was a humbling experience and gave us even more motivation to do the best we could to help others through the gift we were given through dentistry. This was my second trip to Ecuador on a mission trip with the Baptist College Ministry at the University of Tennessee College of Dentistry, but it definitely won’t be my last!

e h t e m e v a g p i r t n o i s s i m “A e h t o t k c a b o g o t y t i n opportu ” . y r t s i t n e d e s o h c I y h w f o root Photo Credits: Heather Bogy, ’18 Travis Bradley

Heather Bogy, ’18

Chapter Advocacy Committee

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Type to enter DEVELOPMENT text | PERSONAL

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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT | FROM THE MOMENT YOUR

the dentist that the patient is uncomfortable and suggest an

PATIENT WALKS INTO YOUR

adjustment of communication style.

O F F I C E , y o u h a v e t h e

opportunity to impact their day for the better or worse, and it all begins with your communication.

Allison Poget, ’21

According to an article by

Chapter Editor-Elect

Fontenot in the Salem Press Encyclopedia Of Health published

in 2013, the first, and often most impactful, form of communication is that of nonverbal communication. Since nonverbal communication can be anything from a hand gesture, to posture, to facial expressions, it is crucial to be intentional about what nonverbal cues are communicated as they are often reflexive and done without thought. So many things could negatively impact your emotions throughout the day, such as seeing a difficult patient or even dealing with out-of-office stressors according to MedPro Group. Even so, it is important to remain aware and consciously counteract these emotions by putting forth positive and welcoming nonverbal communication cues to your patients. From an understanding head nod when they are speaking, to keeping assertive posture and respectful eye contact, patients will notice these small gestures, and they will all impact their experiences in your office. An effective communicator should not only focus on his or her communication styles, but also that of the patient’s. It is often the unspoken communication from the patient that indicates true feelings about an appointment or procedure. According to an article published by Colgate in 2013, it is estimated that 30-40 million people have dental phobias or anxieties, so paying close attention to signs of distress or uncertainty is a great attempt at decreasing these numbers. Being aware of a patient’s social and medical history and potential previous experiences with dental anxiety can allow a dentist to be a more informed communicator. Additionally, paying attention to the avoidance of eye contact, fearful posture, or uneasy squirming in the chair can indicate to

Verbal communication is another contributor to the patient’s overall dental visit experience. It is important to discuss the potential treatment thoroughly to cover all patient questions and concerns prior to performing the treatment. Presenting proposed outcomes and successes of procedures is one of the most important aspects of verbal communication. Expressing these with accuracy and honesty will not only improve the patientdentist relationship, but also impact the reputation of your work and your office in a community. In 2012, Woelber et al. published a study in the European Journal of Dental Education estimating that 94.7% of dentists and 77.2% of patients consider the discussion of therapeutic outcomes to be of vital importance in the management of dental healthcare. Making sure to keep the lingo at the patient’s level and accurately describe the recommended treatment and its impact on the patient’s life help to facilitate this discussion effectively. Sometimes it is challenging to anticipate how your patients will receive your communication styles. When it comes down to it, it is safe to follow the phrase you were taught in kindergarten class, “Treat others how you would like to be treated.” Consider the point of view of your patient, and put yourself in their shoes. From there, you can better determine how it is you would like to be communicated with and use that information to interact with your patient in the manner you decide would work best. All together, communication is a learning process, learning about yourself AND your patients and how best you can work together to achieve their healthcare goals.

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| NEWS

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#ASDAFEVER Why

you

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THE AMERICAN STUDENT DENTAL ASSOCIATION hosts multiple conferences every year on both the national and district levels. If you have attended one of these conferences before, you know that they are exceptionally done every time. Whether your interest lies in friendships, educational sessions, or learning how you can become more involved, there is always something for you at an ASDA conference.

Jennifer Lenning, â&#x20AC;&#x2122;21

Chapter Advocacy Committee District 4 State Dental Association Chair

One of the most beneficial reasons to attend an ASDA conference is the ability to connect with other ASDA members from all over the country or within your district. Dental students, just like you, are motivated, friendly, and love ASDA. Some of the connections you make at these conferences turn into irreplaceable friendships. Having the ability to know someone going through the same things as you from all over the country is a really special experience. You not only get an opportunity for new friendships, but you can then learn a lot from the other students. Other students may share knowledge on a topic you want to learn more about which gives you an opportunity to share that knowledge with students in your own chapter. ASDA conferences give you the ability to grow personally and professionally. Each conference offers engaging sessions on leadership and advancements of our profession. During these sessions, you will gain more knowledge on dentistry to help you in your future profession. You may find a topic you are interested in that you did not consider before! Regarding leadership, during the conferences you will be meeting different types of leaders who can help you discover your own leadership style. At the conference, you should learn to develop not only yourself, but your own ASDA chapter or district, ultimately affecting the national level.

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NEWS |

3 If you have attended a conference in the past, you know that it is impossible not to catch #ASDAfever. After a couple of full ASDA-filled days, you become excited and interested in what you can do next. ASDA has a ton of different ways on how you can get involved. These are presented during sessions of the conference, and once you attend, you will want to jump in and get started! If you are interested in attending, a list of upcoming meetings and dates are listed below!

Mid-Atlantic Advocacy Academy

October 12-14, 2018

National Leadership Conference

November 16-18, 2018

District 4 Annual Meeting

February 1-3, 2019

ASDA Annual Session

February 27-March 2, 2019

ADA Dentist and Student Lobby Day

April 14-16, 2019

4 1: Jennifer Lenning, Shannon Pittman, Kristina Slavik, Taylor Rogers, and Lauren Leiden Phillips at the 2018 District 4 Annual Meeting in Asheville, NC  2: Jennifer Lenning was presented with the superlative “Most likely to be the real life tooth fairy” by Alexandra Howell, 2017-2018 District 4 Trustee, at the District 4 Stainless Steel Crown Awards  3: Jennifer Lenning, Anna Hill-Moses, Mary Kate Walsh, Cozy Ruan, and Lauren Martin at the 2018 District 4 Leadership retreat in Sevierville, TN  4: Kipley Powell, Aaron Brooksbank, John Wilson, Trey Sexton, Cameron Togrye, Chelsea Schwind, Heather Bogy, and Jennifer Lenning representing the #toothparty at the 2018 ADA Dentist and Student Lobby Day in Washington, DC  Photos provided by: Morgan Rebeck, ’19 and Jennifer Lenning, ‘21

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| TRENDING THERE ARE TWO MAIN KINDS OF LASERS IN DENTISTRY: soft tissue lasers and hard tissue lasers. â&#x20AC;Š

Trey Sexton, â&#x20AC;&#x2122;21

Soft tissue lasers such as diodes, CO2, and Nd:YAG are generally cheaper (some are as little as $3000) than hard tissue lasers, and provide good visualization of the surgical field because they both cut and cauterize tissue at the same time. Hard tissue lasers, such as Erbium-YAG (Er:YAG) lasers, have application to both hard and soft tissues, but do cause more bleeding when used for soft tissue procedures.

Hard Tissue Lasers

Soft Tissue Lasers

Er:YAG lasers have a high affinity for hydroxyapatite and water, making it ideal for treating dental hard tissues. Er:YAG lasers are able to remove carious enamel and dentin without harming healthy hard tissue and can be used without the need for local anesthesia due to its inherent ability to desensitize the odontoblastic processes in the dentin. Additionally, due to its high absorbance by water, erbium lasers can also be used for soft tissue ablation due to the high water content of soft tissue, but again cause more bleeding than a soft tissue laser.

Diode lasers are absorbed primarily by melanin and hemoglobin and are poorly absorbed by the hydroxyapatite and water in enamel. As a result, diodes are ideal for use on the soft tissues, including gingival re-contouring, soft tissue crown lengthening, exposure of soft tissue impacted teeth, removal of inflamed and hypertrophic tissue, and frenectomies.

Chapter Advocacy Committee

CO2 lasers have high affinity for water, leading to excellent soft tissue removal. It can cut and coagulate simultaneously, leading to a bloodless surgery, decreased postoperative discomfort, and minimal scarring. Nd:YAG lasers are well absorbed by pigmented tissue, resulting in effective cutting and coagulating of soft tissues. Recent research has focused on the use of Nd:YAG lasers for sulcular debridement in the treatment of periodontal disease.

LASERS IN

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TRENDING | Hard Tissue Applications â&#x20AC;Š

Caries and restorative material removal. The Er:YAG laser can be used to remove caries in enamel and dentin via ablation with little to no rise in pulpal temperature, without the need for water-coolingâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;however, the floor of the prep is typically not as smooth as a conventional air-rotor handpiece. Anesthesia is not needed for caries removal using the Er:YAG as the odontoblastic processes are desensitized by the laser itself during caries removal, an application that is especially useful in pediatric patients and patients with high dental anxiety. Preparations are also generally more conservative when using a laser compared to the conventional handpiece and bur. The Er:YAG is also able to remove cement, composite resin, and glass ionomer restorative materials, but are not indicated in removing amalgam restorations. Etching. Enamel and dentin etched with lasers show microirregularities with no smear layersâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;however, etching with current lasers provides inferior adhesion than conventional acid etching. Treatment of Dentinal Hypersensitivity. Er:YAG lasers have been shown to be effective in desensitizing cervically exposed hypersensitive dentin, with a longer result than many other desensitizing agents, without causing detrimental effects to the pulp. Diagnostic Application. Laser fluorescence can be used in the detection of dental caries, including in the fissures of posterior teeth, subgingival calculus, and to assess pulpal blood flow. 3-D Scanning. Laser scanners can be used to scan soft and hard dental tissues, allowing the creation of 3D images as emodels and making cast preparation not necessary.

Soft Tissue Application Wound Healing. Low Level Laser Treatment (LLLT) from soft tissue lasers stimulates proliferation of fibroblasts and their differentiation into myofibroblasts, which are useful in wound contracture. Some data indicate LLLT promotes healing and dentinogenesis secondary to pulpotomy, as well as healing of mucositis and oropharyngeal ulcerations in patients undergoing radiotherapy for head and neck cancer. Aesthetic gingival re-contouring and crown lengthening. Soft tissue lasers provide a less painful, bloodless alternative to conventional gingivectomy. Exposure of unerupted and partially erupted teeth. Lasers can be used to expose impacted/unerupted teeth for bonding with no bleeding, little to no pain, and the ability to place an attachment in the same appointment Removal of hypertrophic tissue. Hypertrophic gingival tissue can be easily removed without the need to refer to a specialist, including in the freeing of overgrown mini-screws, overgrown orthodontic appliances, and removal of hyperplastic tissue to free teeth. Frenectomies. Frenectomies performed with lasers are painless, do not bleed, and do not require sutures or surgical packing. Whatever your experience with lasers, there can be a use for them in your practice. The key is to identify which procedures you would like to use a laser for, and then choose the laser(s) that is right for you!

DENTISTRY Photo provided by: https://globalestetik.com/penggunaan-laserdalam-kedokteran-gigi-masa-depan-laser-dalam-perawatan-gigi/

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| ALUMNI CORNER

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Dr. Audrey Selecman

THE ALUMNI I SELECTED to interview is Dr. Audrey Selecman. Not only is she a graduate of UTHSC

Lauren Leiden Phillips, ’21

Chapter Lunch and Learn Coordinator

College of Dentistry, but also a current professor at her alma mater and one of my favorite professors. Dr. Selecman grew up in Knoxville, TN. She received her bachelor's degree in Biology at Maryville College. After college, she attended UTHSC College of Dentistry and graduated in 2004. Upon graduation, she remained in Memphis to continue her education as a resident at UTHSC’s Postgraduate Prosthodontics Program, and she completed the program in 2007. Dr. Selecman currently works at UTHSC College of Dentistry’s Department of Prosthodontics as an associate professor and currently lives in Memphis with her husband, daughter, twin boys, and three fish.

What was your path to dental school and what was the main reasoning behind your decision to become a professor at your alma mater? Originally, I actually wanted to get my degree in art. However, my parents had a strong desire to see me pursue a career in health sciences, so I tried to find a career in which I could combine art and health. That led me to the field of dentistry. I've known since college that I wanted to teach, so I consulted with my advisor. My advisor told me ‘you have to know something to teach something.’ He suggested I have a career first in the subject I wanted to teach. I then decided that dental school and a residency was the best way for me to be able to be a good teacher, and fortunately, I still get to incorporate art into my profession.

Your husband is also a dentist — did you meet your husband in dental school?

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Yes, we did meet in dental school. Our class had seven different class couples. We met in class one day because he sat behind me. He was our class president and I was our class vice-president. He definitely made the first move. Our first date was at P.F. Chang’s, and we still take our kids there and remind them of that each time we go.

ALUMNI CORNER | What was your favorite thing about being a dental student at UT? Is that thing still present in your opinion?   I really loved the sense of camaraderie in our class. We all had the same challenges and the same free time. We were all working as whole towards the same goal. I definitely still see that in the current classes.

What memory do you have as your greatest moment as a professor/clinician here at UT? I really love when a student graduates and communicates how grateful they are for what they learned during dental school, and that they really understand a subject I taught them during school. My “fuel” as a teacher is when students are thankful for the time and effort we put in as professors at the school. Teaching has the potential to bring on negative feedback and is not for the faint of heart, so any positivity or gratuity makes me incredibly happy, especially from working alumni.

What one item do you always have with you and it can’t be your phone? The funny thing is, I actually never have my phone on me. I always have my sunglasses with me, and I always have on blush and mascara.

It’s a Saturday and you and your family have no obligations — what are you doing with your free time? We would walk across the pedestrian bridge and go to lunch at one of those outdoor bar places, like Carolina Watershed, Railgarten, or Loflin Yard. We love to do that.

Thank you, Dr. Selecman, for chatting with us, and thank you to all of our alumni for your consistent support and encouragement! Photo provided by: Lauren Leiden Phillips, ‘21

Do you have any ongoing projects/research that you want to share? Research-wise, I’m working on a clinical project with silicone denture relining material. I also really love methodology; I like to compare scores and testing methods among classes to see what I can change in order to best help students retain information.

If you could eat lunch with any person, living or dead, and anywhere, who would you choose and what restaurant would eat at? … and it can’t be G.V. Black or Christensen! Jesus would be my first choice, but if he’s busy maybe an older relative I never got to meet. I’d love to sit down with my grandparents or greatgrandparents and talk about their lives growing up. I’d be interested to hear about where they lived, what they wore, what they did, etc. I’d probably choose Andrew Michael’s if we were eating in Memphis.

A penguin walks through your office door and is wearing a sombrero. What does he say and why is he here? I think the penguin would walk in and say “Hola Senorita!” since he’s wearing a sombrero. Honestly, he could be in my office because he’s my husband in a penguin costume bringing me lunch. I’m not kidding, my husband has a ton of goofy costumes since he’s a pediatric dentist!

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| WELLNESS

wellness

The

state

being

good

ASDA’S WELLNESS INITIATIVE

Morgan Rebeck, ’19

Chapter Editor-in-Chief National ASDA Editor

Images provided by: a s d a n e t . o r g

focuses on five dimensions: emotional, physical, intellectual, occupational and environmental. Wellness is defined as “the state of being in good health.” By focusing and balancing these five dimensions, you can move toward a healthy and fulfilling life. The following are tips and suggestions to increasing your wellness.

Emotional Emotional wellness relates to your ability to cope with stress, handle your emotions, maintain healthy relationships, deal with conflict and self expression. Tips to increase emotional wellness: • Learn to say no • Mediate • Set realistic goals • Surround yourself with positive people • Express your anger constructively

Physical Physical wellness relates to how your care for and maintain your body for optimal health. Tips to increase physical wellness: • Eat a balanced diet and avoid fast food • Exercise regularly • Get enough sleep • Visit your doctor for regular check-ups • Reduce your alcohol intake

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health

Intellectual Intellectual wellness relates to participating in activities which engage your mind and explore your creativity. Tips to increase intellectual wellness: • • • • •

Read a good book Play trivia Do a craft or pick up a new hobby Visit a museum Listen to music

Occupational Occupational wellness relates to feeling fulfilled, engaged and satisfied in your work environment. Tips to increase occupational wellness: • Build your network • Become a mentor • Practice proper ergonomics • Volunteer • Communicate openly with your colleagues

Environmental Environmental wellness is related to your relationship with the world around you. Tips to increase environmental wellness: • Recycle • Turn the lights off when they are not necessary • Donate items you no longer need • Use reusable bags when shopping • Walk, bike or use public transportation

student spotlight:

STUDENT SPOTLIGHT |

Logan Reynolds â&#x20AC;Š

Class: 2019 Hometown: Houston, Texas What is your favorite dental instrument? High speed handpiece because I like to dill and I like to drill fast!

Logan Reynolds (left) and his clinic partner, Taylor Reeves, at their White Coat Ceremonyâ&#x20AC;¨ Photo provided by: Dr. Bob Hatch

When did you realize that you wanted to be a dentist? At the young age of 5 years old. My grandfather was a dentist, and I wanted to be just like him! If you were the tooth fairy, how much would you pay for a molar? I used to only get $1 from the tooth fairy and my friends always got $10. So if I were the tooth fairy, I would give them $10.

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| GUIDE TO MEMPHIS

ICE CREAM

Memphis

Food

and

Drink

Guide

I HAD A DREAM… that I meal prepped this week. Breakfast: ice cream Lunch: ice cream Dinner: ice cream I am a hypocrite, for this I know because the dental school tells me so. How can I honestly love ice

Tessa Johnson, ’19

Chapter Editorial Board

cream this much and still advise my patients to banish most sucrose-laden snacks from their diet? And now everyone repeats the proverbial, “Everything is okay in moderation.” True guys, but have you ever taken an ice cream eating tour in Memphis?

And finally, now for the guide to ice cream in Memphis:

AREA 51

LA MICHOACANA

SWEET NOSHINGS

Although its true home is Hernando,

Home to Summer Avenue, this is

If you are a kid at heart, this place is for

MS, an Area 51 satellite store exists

Mexican ice cream shop creates tasty,

you. Sweet Noshings, a candy collective

w i t h i n M e m p h i s ’s C r o s s t o w n

cultural flavors like Rum Raisin, Corn,

within Overton Square, offers an

Concourse. Its ice cream has a perfect,

and Mexican Cake. If favor traditional

assortment of dessert options, such as

creamy consistency with unique,

flavors, try their vanilla ice cream, an

gourmet popcorn, decadent fudge, old-

natural flavors incorporating seasonal

enhanced twist on the common vanilla

fashioned candy, and an added bonus—

fruit and spices—such as my personal

flavor , and if you are nourishing your

Ice cream. Their flavors range from a

favorite flavor, Goat Cheese &

inner-child, try the Bubble Gum ice

creamy Lemon to adult flavors, like

Blackberry, a perfectly balanced tangy,

cream for a true “I just opened a whole

Bourbon Chocolate and Honey Jack

creamy, and sweet combination.

pack of Double Bubble, and chewed it

Whiskey, so if you are feeling fancy,

all at one time feeling” without

bring your ID.

aggravating my temporomandibular joint.

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GUIDE TO MEMPHIS | MILK DESSERT BAR Milk entered the Memphis ice cream scene earlier this year as a locally owned store, quickly gaining a reputation as simply delicious, offering a variety of milk shakes topped with cookie dough or another item of your choosing. Also, if you are craving a pastry, try the lemon blueberry crumb cake.

YOLO ROLLO What is better than eating ice cream? Trick question: absolutely nothing, but this parlor does make Ice cream even more interesting by mixing, freezing, and rolling the cream before your eyes, turning eating ice cream into an adventure.

Writing this ice cream guide might have been a bout of self-sabotage, in which I felt entirely justified in revisiting these parlors to ensure I did not forget how the ice cream tasted. Be right back... on a run. Photo provided by: Morgan Rebeck, 19’

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| BITEWING

TOFU LETTUCE WRAPS TOFU MIX

SAUCE

2 Packets of Morningstar Tofu Crumbles

1/4 cup of sugar

1 finely diced Onion

½ cup of water

1 finely diced Green Pepper

2 tbsp. of Soy Sauce

2 tbsp. of Olive Oil

2 tbsp. of Rice Wine Vinegar

2 Garlic Cloves (grated)

2 tbsp. of Ketchup

1/2 fresh Jalapeño Pepper (grated)

1 tbsp. of Lemon Juice

4 tbsp. of Soy Sauce

1 tsp. Huy Fong Chili Garlic Sauce

2 tbsp. of Sriracha 1 tbsp. of Huy Chong Chili Garlic Sauce 1 packet of Romaine Lettuce

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Add in olive oil, grated fresh garlic and jalapeño pepper to a large size pot at low heat.

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Stir for 2 minutes and add in finely diced onions and green peppers.

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Stir and allow vegetables to cook for approximately 5-7 minutes at medium heat or until they appear half cooked.

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Add in 2 packets of tofu crumbles slowly breaking up any larger pieces as you go.

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Mix tofu crumbles in well with the vegetables and allow it to cook at medium heat for 10 minutes.

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Add in the soy sauce, sriracha and Huy Fong chili garlic sauce and mix.

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Cover the pot and allow the tofu and vegetables to simmer at a medium heat for approximately 15-20 minutes.

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Prepare the sauce with all the ingredients stated above and refrigerate until the tofu mix is done.

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Set Up romaine lettuce pieces and add a large spoonful of tofu mix and sauce in each! Photo provided by: https://www.tasteofhome.com/ recipes/ginger-pork-lettuce-wraps/

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Chapter Fundraising Committee

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