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Implants: Superior Technology for a Superior Lifestyle By Dr. Andrade & Dr. Montalvo Implants have changed the way many dentists replace teeth. Patients who don’t want to wear a denture now have the option to have something permanent. No longer do patients have to limit their diets to soft foods or worry about having pain when eating something crunchy or hard. What’s made implants even easier and faster to place is the use of an implant guide. This device makes it possible for dentists and surgeons to plan the position of the implant on a computer. Using cone beam (3D xray) and implant software technology, a device is made that will direct the placement of the implant to the exact location and bite to each patient’s specifications. This implant guide is based on the anatomy and bite of each specific patient. This has significantly reduced the risk of trauma, pain and time needed for the procedure. This implant guide takes all the guesswork and unknowns out of the procedure. If you’ve been waiting for an easier and faster way to have an implant placed, now you have it. For a limited time, you’ll have the best for free!
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A Passion for Compassion By Bob Cox While we were growing up in the mean streets of suburbia during the peace, love, dope era of the 1960’s, my three older sisters and I looked forward celebrating the 4th of July while enjoying at least two great shows: lighting off loud and flashy fireworks and then chuckling at Dad as he ducked for cover after each thunderous boom. Looking back, Dad was a pretty good sport about it all. I suppose he could’ve gotten really angry with us for our blatant lack of respect and insensitivity for the severe trauma he endured during years of combat in the Pacific during WWII, but more than anything, Dad enjoyed laughing at everything in this crazy and dysfunctional world, especially himself. What a great gift he gave to us, the insight to laugh at ourselves Unfortunately, not everyone has the same lighthearted experience when dealing with a substantial trauma in their lives. How many millions of Americans suffer silently from an unresolved trauma and feel paralyzed when trying to break free from the past? If you’re not in this boat, chances are good you know someone that is. Does it seem like no matter how hard they try to patch up all the leaks, a new one opens up?
If that’s the case, they could be victims of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Victims of PTSD are not limited to combat solders like my dad. Literally anyone that’s on the north side of dirt can be hit by a traumatic event and have a difficult time recovering. Just last week, my 21 year old Grandson Zack was stuck while on his motorcycle by a man who ran a red light while driving with a suspended license. For the past 11 days, Zack has been fighting for his life while he tries to regain consciousness from a medically induced coma. He was struck with such force, his helmet flew off and a nurse who happened to be at the scene rolled him on his side, which prevented him from choking to death. The doctors said it would take at least 6 months for Zack to be able to walk again. I believe that the key to helping others that have suffered a traumatic event that they cannot move past begins with genuine empathy and compassion. Compassion is defined as an emotion that one feels in response to the suffering of others that motivates a desire to help. If you know someone that’s been impacted by a severe trauma and they are not able to laugh it off, resist the temptation to judge them by advising them to just get over it. Take a few precious moments from your life and really listen to them. You never know if your act of compassion may be the catalyst that kick starts the miracles of healing. If your spirit moves you to do so, any positive thoughts, feelings and prayers for Zack’s recovery will be greatly appreciated by everyone in our family. Thank you and bless you for being a part of our Go For It family. Bob Cox is the founder and publisher of Go For It Magazine. He can be reached by phone at (916) 266-3115. His email address is coxrobert@comcast.net. Go For It Magazine is owned and operated in Rancho Cordova, CA. Copyright © 2014.
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A Reason to Smile
If you’re new to the area or have ever experienced an incomplete dental evaluation in the past, then today is the day to make a positive change. Trust your smile to the experienced care at Carmichael Oaks Dental Care! Our community is fortunate to have two exceptional dentists (Dr. Angel Soto and Dr. Carla Gutierrez) dedicated to providing the best that dentistry has to offer. Dr. Soto, Dr. Gutierrez and their friendly staff will provide you with a comfortable and relaxing dental experience. Many of their patients are referred by other happy patients, so they have every reason to be confident that you will be in good hands. If you’ve had a history of severe dental problems, Carmichael Oaks Dental Care can help. They have all the skill, experience and advanced technology to turn your smile into a masterpiece. Their services include beautiful crowns, natural colored fillings, cosmetic bondings, porcelain veneers, dentures, bridges, dental implants, CEREC® CAD/CAM restorations, teeth whitening and much more. The staff at Carmichael Oaks Dental not only cares about their patients, they also are doing their part for our planet and future generations by going green. They’ve made an investment to reduce their carbon footprint by purchasing digital x-rays and operating a paperless office. If you’re looking for a dental practice devoted to restoring and enhancing the natural beauty of your smile using conservative, state-of-the-art procedures that will result in a beautiful, healthy and long lasting smile that you will be proud of, as well as a dental office that is sensitive and understanding to your needs, then Carmichael Oaks Dental is the place for you! November November2014 2014 GO GO FOR FOR IT IT 5
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Helping the Victims By Bob Cox Was I the only one that used to think that Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) only affects combat soldiers? I’ve just recently learned that PTSD is a condition that impacts people in all walks of life. Severe trauma can literally be experienced by anyone at anytime. PTSD is a serious and potentially debilitating condition that is characterized by three main types of symptoms: 1. Re-experiencing the traumatic event through flashbacks or nightmares. 2. Emotional numbness and avoidance of people, places and activities that are reminders of the trauma and 3. Increased arousal, difficulty sleeping, poor concentration and being easily angered. If you’ve ever experienced any kind of traumatic event, you may have PTSD. People that work in high stress occupations where trauma is commonplace (police officers, firefighters, doctors, nurses, EMT’s etc.), are more prone to experiencing PTSD; however, everyone has the potential to being exposed. According to a recent study, the most common traumatic events that caused women to develop PTSD were childhood physical abuse (48.5%), being raped (45.9%), being threatened with a weapon (32.6%), sexual molestation (26.5%), being physically attacked (21.3%) and childhood neglect (19.7%). For men, the traumatic events leading to PTSD were being raped (65.0%), combat (38.8%), childhood neglect (23.9%), childhood physical
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abuse (22.3%) and being sexually molested (12.2%). I recently spoke to Janina Guarino, the founder of Better Decisions Counseling Services to learn more about the services they’re providing here in Sacramento to help victims that suffer from PTSD. Q: What are some of the most common experiences you’ve had helping victims of PTSD? A: PTSD affects many people and some aren’t even aware that they have the condition. The most common problems people experience includes anxiety, depression, seeing objects, hearing voices, clostrophobia and a variety of unexplained fears. Oftentimes, they don’t understand why they’re feeling overwhelmed. Q: Better Decisions Counseling Services is known for helping those with negative addictions. How does helping victims of PTSD fit into your umbrella of services? A: Whenever we’re assessing someone for an addiction, we use a very detailed questionairre. Oftentimes, the causes of addiction can be traced back to one or more traumatic events. By asking our clients if they’ve had the symptoms of PTSD, like nightmares or sleeping problems, we’re able to get to the true source of the problem. Q: So, are you actually uncovering the roots of the trauma that caused the addiction?
of PTSD A: Yes and domestic violence is a significant contributor to PTSD. We offer co-parenting classes and family counseling that helps the families that don’t have the tools to resolve their differences peacefully. Q: Does it usually take several counseling sessions before you discover a tragic event that has caused PTSD? A: Yes. We are building relationships with people so that they can feel safe to discuss issues that they haven’t been able to talk about in the past. Q: You mentioned that you’ve had great results helping one client in particular that has suffered for years from PTSD. Can you share that story with us? A: Yes, one of our client’s was seeking help for anger issues at a local V. A. hospital and was advised not to come back unless he had a security escort. We chose to help him in counseling sessions and worked on his anger issues. He has grown tremendously and he continues to make an effort to create healthier relationships with his friends, his family and his past. Q: Better Decisions will be hosting The 2nd Annual PTSD Fundraiser to help as many people as possible who suffer from this affliction. What’s do you have planned at this worthwhile event? A: We want to build awareness of PTSD by offering our services to everyone in need, especially to people that may not be able to afford our services. Last year we helped a lot of people in our community.
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Q: What kinds of activities and events do you have planned? A: We’re doing a chili cookoff, a prize giveaway and face painting for kids. We will have several sponsors at the event and they will be offering a variety of valuable products and services. Last year, we gave away a big screen TV and several gift cards!
The 2nd Annual PTSD Fundraiser
When: Saturday, November 15, 2014 Time: 10am to 3pm Where: Better Decisions Counseling Services 10633 Rockingham Road, Sacramento
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Stone Soup Recipe “Stone Soup” is an old folk tale about how a hungry stranger demonstrates to local townsfolk that through cooperation, especially amid scarcity, more can be done with less; that indeed, sometimes it DOES take a village to feed a village. Especially now, as we approach the holidays, families and individuals in need greatly appreciate any contribution that you can make. Please consider the local organizations listed to the right that are coordinating efforts to help those in need of food and clothing. So here is the “Stone Soup” recipe: 1. A can of food from your pantry that you will not miss (or that you can replace) 2. An item of clothing from your closet that is gently used 3. Something extra you can throw into your cart during your next trip to the store 4. Repeat steps 1 to 3 until done 5. Stir GENEROUSLY and serve Serves 1 to many.
Cordova Community Food Locker: (916) 364-8973; 10497 Coloma Road, Rancho Cordova; M, W, F: 9:30 am to 1:30 pm Orangevale Food Locker: (916) 304-FOOD [3663]; 6483 Main Ave, Orangevale; orangevalefoodbank.org Sunrise Christian Food Ministry: (916) 965-5431; 5901 San Juan Ave., Citrus Heights; M-F: 11:30 am to 3 pm Project 680: The 30 Day Blitz: Through November 13, 2014 we are going to do a community blitz to help collect some of the most-needed items for homeless students in the FCUSD. Visit Project680.org for details. Then please come help us celebrate the season at the Cordova Community Christmas Tree Lighting on Sunday, Nov. 30 from 4:30 to 7:30 pm with the tree lighting at 7:00 pm. Visit CordovaCouncil.org for details.
Thank you for your contributions! For links and a video of our “Stone Soup” fundraiser we hosted on Oct. 26, visit BobsPocket.com. * Visit BobsPocket.com for Bob’s bio, past blogs, and to learn more about events & organizations.
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Car Tech Talk Fall into Winter Before It’s Too Late! Preventative Maintenance Tips By Dave Trux With autumn upon us and winter just around the corner, now is the time to bring your vehicle in to your trusted mechanic to check over all the basics before you embark on your next great adventure. The last thing you need is to get stranded on a desolate mountain road, where the weather can change faster than an Indy 500 pit crew changes tires. A good place to start is your windshield. Wiper blades will often become warn and brittle from months of exposure during the long and sunny days of summer. For that reason, we stock wiper blades all year long for all the cars we service. Be sure to have all your fluids, belts and hoses examined as well. Along with
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the standard coolant flush, we urge you to have your brake fluid flushed every other year. Most manufacturers recommend brake fluid flushes every two years. Why? Because, in technical terms, brake fluid is hydroscopic and it’s water loving. As brake fluid takes on water, it’s effeciency decreases exponentially, which is why a flush is strongly recommended. Last but not least, make sure your mechanic checks your battery, tests the air pressure while also rotating your tires before you take your next road trip. Batteries will lose cranking power in extreme cold weather and your tires pressure will also drop under those conditions. Wherever the road takes you, we at Valley Motorwerks wish you a safe trip and a Happy Thanksgiving!
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