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July 2013: Tips, eNews & More!

Happy 146 Birthday Canada!

We hope you enjoyed the long weekend and took a moment to get outside and explore a piece of this wonderful country (even if it was just your own patio).

Did you know?
There is no accurate count of the number of lakes in Canada.
If we define a lake as being larger than 3 square km in area, there are over 30,000 lakes in Canada; if we lower the minimum threshold, the number climbs well into the millions, with over 250 000 lakes in Ontario alone. Canada has more lakes than all other countries combined, which contributes in no small measure to our country's overall beauty.

With all of the fresh water at our fingertips we ask, are you drinking enough?
While estimates of how much water you should be drinking vary from one study to the next, there is usually a common theme. Most of us are not drinking enough!
Keep a glass of water at your desk and drink it throughout the day, getting up to refill your glass will give you a reason to take a break every hour or so. Drinking water helps proper hydration, cleanses your body and rinses bacteria from your mouth as you drink!

Have a safe and healthy summer from,

Dr. MIlligan and the High Park Dental Team

Weekend to End Women's Cancers!

To our wonderful patients,

For the last 6 out of 7 years, there have been a group of us that have walked alongside other participants in the 60 km Weekend to End Women's Cancers walk, benefiting the Princess Margaret Hospital.

Each year the participants raise millions of dollars that go to research at the Princess Margaret hospital, one of the leading research facilities in the world, to aid in the search for a cure for all women's cancers.

Due to unforeseen circumstances, none of us walked in 2012, but this year Jacquie and our new office manager, Heather S. (same name, different person) will be participating in the 2 day 60 km walk around the streets of Toronto. With the hope that the funds we raise will help researchers find a cure that could end this disease that affects so many people around the world, no matter who or where they are.

We are walking for our families, our friends and our patients that have been affected by cancer.

In the 6 years that our group has walked, we have raised just over $90,000! This year, Heather S. and I hope to raise enough to break the $100,000 mark! Something we can do with your help.

Each of us needs to raise a minimum of $2,000 in order to walk. We realize that in these difficult economic times, it may be difficult for some to sponsor us, but any amount is greatly appreciated.

So, we are asking for your donation to support our efforts in this amazing 2 day experience. You can donate by using the forms available at the office, or by visiting the website at www.endcancer.ca

With love and thanks in advance,

Jacquie and Heather S.

Is Your Smile In Shape?

Looking at old photos you think to yourself, why is that tooth longer than the other ones?
You're just not happy, despite that smile on your face. Your teeth are clean and healthy, yet something is odd with your smile.
One of your teeth is a little... 'out of shape'!

Tooth Reshaping, or Contouring, is an on the spot cosmetic treatment available to you. Dental Reshaping is used to correct crooked, chipped, cracked or overlapping teeth in as little as one session. The procedure can be used to alter the length, shape or position of your teeth.

A few millimetres of reduction here and a few millimetres of tooth-coloured laminate there. Subtle changes can often create a beautiful smile.

Are you a candidate for tooth contouring and reshaping? Click here to find out more.

Are You Juicing?

Juicing your own fresh fruits and vegetables has gained a lot of attention, and for good reasons. Juices are delicious and carry many health benefits. While any fruits and vegetables you juice yourself will be better for you than sugary/preserved/pasteurized juices you can buy at the store, we suggest you juice organic fruits and vegetables when possible (and wash fruits and vegetables thoroughly).

We're not suggesting a 'juice diet', rather replacing an over-the-counter drink or a light meal or snack. Adding a fresh juice into your daily diet can have amazing positive effects on your well-being. A fresh juice in the morning can offer a quick healthy alternative to a traditional toast, eggs and bacon, a midday juice can give you a refreshing boost of energy, while having a nutrient filled juice for dinner can free your body up to repair itself overnight rather than digest a heavy meal.

Click here to learn six more benefits of juicing.

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