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Friday, January 4, 2019

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A word from Gwen Beukens (Winner of 2017)

When I think back to a year ago I was feeling frustrated and discouraged of my health and weight. I had tried to lose weight on my own over the years, but it was always a big struggle. Two years earlier I was diagnosed with thyroid cancer so I knew I needed to get healthier. My weight and health needed a major overhaul. I wanted to be a healthier mom and grandmother to my children and grandchildren.

When I saw the ad for the Total Makeover Challenge I was curious. That’s just what I needed, I thought. Once I was in the challenge, I decided to dedicate my whole effort fully into the challenge in order to get the full experience.

We started with 30 women. My initial goal was to make the top 15. When I did I was so happy I just kept going. I was seeing the changes in my body as time went on. The workout and healthy eating was paying off. When I made the top 5 I was ecstatic. By the time the fashion show rolled around I felt like a better version of me. Feeling good in my skin, my confidence, and my self esteem had grown leaps and bounds. I lost 42 pounds and 34.5 inches altogether. I was so surprised when I was announced winner for the Abbotsford Total Makeover Challenge.

It sometimes still feels like a dream. I have learned so much in the four months of the challenge. I’m so thankful for all the support I’ve received from my family, friends and to all the sponsors and board of the Shape your World Society. I also have decided to continue to support the Total Makeover Challenge by being the intern for the Chilliwack Total Makeover Challenge.

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As seen in the Huffington Post

Women who lift women up are always needed. But, what I’m about to say may surprise you.

It’s not the women who appear to have it all together that will inspire you most.

It’s the ones that have been in the trenches like you. The ones that speak their truths, the truths we resonate with, while we let out a big sigh “We are not alone”. It’s the women who talk about the things that we’re not supposed to talk about. Those are the women waking up the world, one vulnerable share at a time, one shoulder at a time, one community at a time.

We see these stories in the media, and we see them all around us. Successful women rising up and showing others if they can do it, we all can!

The female experience can be divinely beautiful and bold. Women of all ages are creating, leading, living bravely.”

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What is the Total Makeover Challenge?

It’s a program offered by a non-profit organization called Shape Your World Society (more about them later too).

This program takes women through an inner and outer Transformation Journey which encourages them to grow, evolve and be empowered.  For example, there is nutritional coaching, fitness training, beauty tips, how to walk and talk with confidence, personal growth seminars that work on self-esteem, leadership skills and getting out of your comfort zone.

This is their 10th year and they are now in 4 cities, and changing hundreds of women’s lives.

Cities this year include Abbotsford, Langley, Chilliwack and Vancouver.

They are open for applications until January 17th at 10pm, and the program start January 21st.

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2018 Total Makeover Challenge

123Dentist is proud to sponsor the 2018 Total Makeover Challenge. We’ve got 4 of our offices supporting the challenge in all 4 communities participating in this year’s event: Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Langley, and Vancouver.

We’ll blow our own horn more at the end of this blog, but for now, it’s all about you.

Is it time for a NEW YOU?  Is it one of your New Year’s resolutions to lose weight while becoming healthier, and more fit.? Here’s a terrific solution – Join the TOTAL MAKEOVER CHALLENGE!!!

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Myth 5: English Is Preferred During the Celebration

English may be acceptable in many parts of the country during the Groundhog Day observance. However, at Gobbler’s Knob and other Pennsylvania area celebrations, the traditional Pennsylvania Dutch language is preferred to keep with the tradition’s authenticity. In areas where the Dutch language and culture are still strongly regarded, you may even find yourself paying a small tax for such an indiscretion as uttering English during the ceremony or festivities.

But not to worry; inflation seems not to have affected this tax. It will probably only set you back five or 10 cents, which is often collected in a change jar during the event.

While there are many myths surrounding the Groundhog Day celebration that have found their way into the American tradition since 1886, they merely add to the superstition and mystique that this unique and festive day brings.

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Myth 4: Punxsutawney Phil Lives in His Ceremonial Burrow

The idea of little Phil emerging from a winter’s nap to check the weather so as to begin his spring rituals — adorable as it is — is nowhere near accurate. Phil’s burrow is nothing more than a staged area, created to make the event memorable and fun for visitors.

Phil’s home actually consists of a mock tree stump, which has been labeled with his name to add to the visual. He will be placed in the burrow and removed by his handlers at dawn on February 2, where his prediction will be interpreted with much fanfare. Additionally, the burrow’s webcam will capture his emergence and prediction, which helps broadcast the event all over the world.

While this setup hardly seems natural for any animal living in the wild, it does create an iconic site that is an area attraction for locals and tourists alike. The setup provides for the iconic images that have become synonymous with Groundhog Day, and it makes for great souvenir options for local tourist shops.

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Myth 3: Groundhogs Have Always Been Used to Predict the Weather

As fun as it may be to believe these magical creatures have been used for centuries to predict the weather for farmers, the truth is that they are more of an American 19th-century tool. Many spring celebration traditions have occurred at the beginning of February, going back to Celtic times. However, a groundhog was not used for these events. Nor were groundhogs used in the Christian tradition of Candlemas, which was celebrated at the same time of year.

It was common for German traditions to involve weather prediction through the use of animals and their habits. Although it is believed this tradition was brought over to the United States via the German settlers in the area, it is thought that a hedgehog was the original weather predictor tool for settlers to rely upon. It is believed that after coming to the United States, the hedgehog was switched for a groundhog because of the latter’s higher availability in the area.

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Myth 2: Groundhog Day Predictions Are Accurate

Many event-goers put a lot of faith in the predictions of good old Phil. But unfortunately, it seems he is more often wrong than right. According to studies based on Phil’s predictions, along with the weather patterns that follow, it seems Phil’s predictions receive an accuracy rate of only 39 percent.

Regardless, putting the blame for Phil’s inaccuracy solely on him seems to be less than fair, as he relies on his handlers — referred to as the Inner Circle — to convey to the crowd whether he has officially viewed his shadow. Perhaps he is a little more accurate, but it gets lost in interpretation. No matter what the case may be, the festivities and fun surrounding the event make it worth seeing, despite its questionable accuracy.

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Myth 1: Punxsutawney Phil Is the Only Weather-Predicting Groundhog

While Phil is probably one of the most well-known and talked about weather predictors, he is not the only one around. Many other communities employ their own weather-predicting groundhog to sit on the throne of their local Groundhog Day events.

General Beauregard Lee is the weather predictor for the city of Lilburn, Georgia. Staten Island Chuck takes care of the New York territory, and Lancaster has three of its own, which is probably linked to its rich Pennsylvania Dutch history.

Canada has even started its own Groundhog Day tradition with Shubenacadie Sam in Nova Scotia and Balzac Billy in Alberta.

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Top Groundhog Day Myths

With Groundhog Day just around the corner on February 2nd, many people are anxiously awaiting the famed rodent Phil’s predictions on whether we will endure another six weeks of winter or whether we can we set our sights on an early spring. As with any event as unique as a rodent predicting the weather, there are many myths associated with the Groundhog Day tradition as well as the famous Punxsutawney Phil himself. 

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Do I Need Sedation Dentistry?

Talk to your dentist about your fears and concerns before your appointment for dental work. Your dentist will recommend the type of sedation that will help in your specific case. Sometimes patients who have sensitive nerves or small mouths need sedation, simply because procedures cause more pain and discomfort in these patients. Other patients need sedation to overcome anxieties and fears associated with the dentist or with medical procedures.

Dental sedation is a common way people conquer anxiety or pain during visits to the dentist. Don’t put off your next visit because of anxiety; ask your dentist and schedule your next procedure with dental sedation. Find a 123Dentist member who provides sedation dentistry to learn more.

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What Kind of Sedation Can Dentists Give?

Almost all dentists can give you laughing gas or prescribe you oral sedation pills. More dentists are becoming certified in offering the “twilight” type of IV sedation. However, to give any sort of deep sedation or general anesthesia, a dentist needs to complete a special program about deep sedation, first. In British Columbia, the CDSBC regulates approval for dentists to provide deep or general anaesthesia, and it’s often dental surgeons who seek that qualification. Some dentists will work with a dental anesthesiologist, who has the training to safely give IV sedation. 

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IV Sedation

IV sedation has a few variations: the first is what’s known as “twilight,” where you’re conscious, but not very aware of your surroundings. Twilight IV sedation makes you feel sleepy, and you may not remember any of the procedure once it’s over. However, you are not unconscious, and if the dentist needs to wake you up, it’s possible.

The other option is general anesthesia, which is relatively uncommon as far as sleep dentistry goes. Only patients who need significant oral surgery, or who are resistant to other types of sedation, will need general anesthesia. With general anesthesia, you’re totally unconscious. This kind of sedation needs to happen in a hospital or a specialized clinic with either a nurse anesthetist or an anesthesiologist administering the sedative and monitoring your vital signs.

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Oral Sedation

Oral sedation, also called “conscious sedation,” involves you taking a prescribed dose of sedative before your procedure. Depending on your case, you may take one pill the night before, and one pill an hour before you have the procedure, or otherwise as directed by your dentist or doctor. This type of sedation leaves you awake for the procedure, but significantly relaxes you. Patients who have higher levels of anxiety often benefit from this type of dentistry.

Though you’re awake during your procedure, most patients remember either very little or nothing at all of the appointment after it’s happened. Depending on your case, while you’re under oral sedation, you may be hooked up to equipment that monitors your heart rate, blood pressure, and breathing, or you may not require that kind of monitoring. It depends on factors which your dentist will determine. The sedative will leave you feeling sleepy, but by the next day all the effects will have worn off. You’ll need a ride home from the dentist, though, so plan with a friend or family member in advance.

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Laughing Gas

Nitrous oxide, more commonly known as laughing gas, is used to relax patients during dental procedures. You’ll be conscious while taking laughing gas, but because it’s a gas, it wears off very quickly once you stop breathing it in. Patients who only receive laughing gas as a sedative are often allowed to drive themselves home after a procedure.

When you receive laughing gas, the dentist gives you a nose apparatus through which you breathe the gas. The effects are very mild, and you’ll start to feel the gas very quickly, sometimes as soon as 30 seconds after you start breathing it in. Some patients relax enough with nitrous oxide and do not require another form of sedation. Other patients need laughing gas on top of oral sedation.

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