Drs. Ressler, Hirschl, and Lelchuk present: Summer reading for the dads!

Hey dads! Are you looking for a great book to read this summer? We’ve got some suggestions! Recently, we came across “A Guy’s Summer Book Guide,” which happens to be a pretty cool resource if you’re shopping around for a great summer read! If you’re still not satisfied, check out this complete list of reading ideas from Barnes & Noble. The list includes bestsellers, new releases, classics, as well as books designed for everyone in the family!

Happy reading! Be sure to share with us your summer picks or your all-time favorites on our Facebook page!

-Drs. Ressler, Hirschl, and Lelchuk and team

Pregnancy and your oral health, from Ressler, Hirschl, and Lelchuk

Maintaining good oral health is an vital aspect of your overall well being, especially when you’re expecting. If you’re pregnant or considering pregnancy, schedule an appointment at Ressler, Hirschl, and Lelchuk, and remember to raise the issue of your oral health at prenatal appointments.

If pregnant, Drs. Ressler, Hirschl, and Lelchuk want you to be aware of the following issues:

• Tooth Decay
Excessive morning sickness can also contribute to tooth decay, as the acids in your stomach introduced to the mouth during vomiting wear away the protective enamel coating on your teeth.

• Gingivitis & Gum Disease
This is a major issue. The precursor to gum disease is gingivitis, a condition in which plaque buildup on teeth irritates the gums, making them red, swollen and sensitive. The high levels of hormones in the bloodstream brought on by pregnancy exaggerate your gums’ reaction to irritation from plaque.

• Loose Teeth
Another risk faced during pregnancy is loosening teeth. The large amounts of hormones in your bloodstream can have an unfavorable affect on the bones and ligaments that create the foundation of your teeth, weakening them to the point that teeth may loosen.

The ideal time to schedule an appointment at Ressler, Hirschl, and Lelchuk is before becoming pregnant. Our doctors will perform a check-up to determine the state of your oral health and how pregnancy might affect you. We will discuss completing any necessary treatments prior to your pregnancy. Give us a call today!

Government sites kids should check out this summer, from Ressler, Hirschl, and Lelchuk

It may be summer, but that doesn’t mean the learning should stop. Our team at Drs. Ressler, Hirschl, and Lelchuk thought we’d point your child to a few helpful websites to keep their minds sharp this summer, courtesy of our friends at More4Kids. Here are 12 helpful websites we think your child will love!

Do you have any great websites for summer learning? Please share them with us on our Facebook page, or by giving us a call. We always enjoy connecting with our patients in between office visits.

Artificial sweeteners and your child’s health

The media always seems to be debating over the health effects of artificial sweeteners, and aspartame is most surely one of the most controversial food additives to ever receive approval by the FDA. Here at Ressler, Hirschl, and Lelchuk, we try to provide you with the most up to date information on topics relating to the health of our patients and their loved ones. That is why we want to share with you a few facts that we recently learned in a Huffington Post article.

The many names of aspartame

Did you know that aspartame is now sold under many commercial names, including NutraSweet, Canderel, and AminoSweet? Yes, that’s right. When checking nutrition facts, it is important to keep an eye out for all of these ingredients! This sweetener can be found in diabetic foods, jams, breakfast cereals, chewing gum, soda, and even prescriptions and vitamins.

What’s so harmful about aspartame?

With over 10,000 official complaints, aspartame reactions are more commonly reported than that of all other food additives combined. Of these reports, two-thirds consist primarily of headaches, mood alterations, and hallucinations. Aspartame has also been linked to causing weight problems, the metabolism of amino acids, protein structure and metabolism, neuronal function and other primary functions.

How to treat your sweet tooth without the artificial sweets

Determining your nutritional type and the foods that your body craves is key to satisfying sugar cravings. The recommended fructose level is below 25 grams per day, which includes both natural and artificial sweeteners.

Next time you're in for an appointment, let us know if you have any questions about aspartame or on this article. As always, please remember to use a straw if you choose to sip soda, coffee, or other dark colored beverages to take care of that beautiful smile!