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08 For Your Dental Health Article

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FOR YOUR DENTAL HEALTH

Snoring In Children The prevalence of snoring in children ranges from 10% to 21% from 6 to 81 months. Habitual snoring is documented in17% of pediatric patients and this percentage increases in children with neurological problems or psychiatric problems. Snoring is an indication of obstructive sleep apnea. In general population 2-3% of children have apnea.

This proportion is growing more with the increase in childhood obesity. What is apnea? Apnea in children is events lasting longer than two missed breaths and most commonly associated with some change in oxygen concentration. Snoring and mouth breathing in children were initially thought of as not harmful habits but more recently it has been associated that these children have a higher risk of social problems, poor academic performance, decreased attention and anxiety and depression issues. Children who snore are not likely to grow out of it and the

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Dentist have a unique role in early identification of the Sleep disordered breathing or SDB especially in children as these children have abnormal facial growth resulting in orthodontic problems and sleep related teeth grinding as well.

Sleep disordered breathing or SDB may create facial growth changes and these skeletal alterations can further worsen the sleep disordered breathing.

Head and facial maturity is about 60% complete in children by the time they are 4 years of age but the tonsils and adenoids begin to grow more in size when children are two and half years old and get to increase greatest in size by 6 years causing additional airway blockage. In our body, soft tissue and muscles that cover the bone influence the pattern of bone growth. Therefore the facial muscles and the tongue tone create a framework for normal development of the nose and jaws. In children with SDB these muscles are weak causing narrow palate and small jaws and this amplifies the difficulty in breathing. Mouth breathers typically have a smaller upper airway size. Sometimes when the tonsils and

adenoids get extremely bigger in size it causes more airway blockage. These children tend to have long and thin face along with small jaws and an open bite.

The dentist is in the best position to diagnose these conditions in children.

Identifying the facial growth changes early in development may help resolve the orthodontic issues by getting the proper treatment as soon as possible. Therefore it is extremely important to get children to see the dentist early on as the impact of SDB in growing children can be serious and proper treatment can help prevent further complications.

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ON THE HOUSE

a hole about the size of a quarter, and a mouse only needs an opening measuring one-fourth of an inch. Properly seal any openings you find to help prevent rodents from wriggling their way into your house.

5 Steps to protect your home from rodents this fall

Trim back trees and move debris away from your home

(BPT) – Once they’re inside, rats and other rodents can do a lot of harm to your home.

This includes damage to electrical wiring, metal or plastic pipes and insulation found in walls and attics. On top of structural damage, the critters aren’t good for the people who live in your home, either: Some species of mice and rats can transmit diseases like hantavirus through their urine and droppings.

Tree limbs that touch your house can provide an easy access point for rodents, almost like a ladder or bridge. Some species of rats even nest in trees. Do some careful pruning to clear away any branches close to or touching your house. You should also keep any stacks of firewood or piles of debris away from your home, as they can attract rodents and hide burrow entrances.

Protect food from hungry rodents

Between the potential health issues and possible damage to your home, the last thing you want to hear is the scurrying of little rodent feet in your walls or attic.

Luckily, there are steps you can take that will help keep those critters out.

Call in the experts Between work, family and other tasks around the house, it can be hard for busy homeowners to set aside time to proactively monitor their homes for invading rodents. The good news is that you don’t have to protect your home or deal with an infestation alone. Pest control professionals can provide an inspection to determine the best way to set up a strong defense and get rid of any unwelcome houseguests that have already moved in.

Your house may be filled with food, but you don’t have to make it easy for rodents to find that out. Avoid attracting rodents that can eat and contaminate your food by storing it properly. Keep unpackaged food — even pet food — in airtight containers so rats won’t be able to smell it, and avoid leaving unsealed food sitting out.

Block possible points of entry Be aware of any holes or cracks in the exterior of your home. You may think a small hole is too narrow for a rat to squeeze through, but a rat may think differently — and may even gnaw the hole wider! A full-grown rat can enter your home through

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AUGUST 16 – STARRY NIGHTS CONCERT IN BRENTWOOD 7-9pm, City of Brentwood, 35 Oak Street, Brentwood. Classic rock, rock and roll, Motown, some country. Visit our food vendor for shaved ice, ice cream, pizza, bbq and more!

AUGUST 17 – AJAX EAST BAY TRI-TIP DINNER FUNDRAISER 6-11pm, Veteran’s Hall, 757 1st St., Brentwood. Besides good food and drinks, music and food, there will be a raffle and a silent auction.

For more info and tickets call 925-420-4232.

AUGUST 20 - MOMS IN PRAYER KICKOFF 9am or 7pm, Raley’s Grocery, Sand Creek Rd., Brentwood. We are inviting all women, who are called to prayer for kids and schools, to our MOMS IN PRAYER Kickoff Event. For more information visit facebook.com/momsinprayernorcal.

AUGUST 24 – ECC EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS FAIR 10-2pm, 2350 Jeffery Way, Brentwood. Learn how to stay safe, prepare for emergencies, respond to disasters and engage with leaders and specialists in our community!

AUGUST 26 – POWERPOINT 6-9pm, Opportunity Junction, 3102 Delta Fair Boulevard, Antioch.

This free 3-week class is part of a series introducing intermediateadvanced students to learn how to use the new features in PPT 2016. Sign up in advance opportunityjunction.org or call 925-7761133.

KALEIDOSCOPE Life’s Changing Patterns

A movement of hope and connection for people living with cancer

The Connection Circle meets on the 3rd Monday of every month at 10:15am

Kaleidoscope Center

behind the Byron United Methodist Church

14671 Byron Highway, Byron

925.550.8021

info@kaleidoscopehope.org • kaleidoscopehope.org

Now seeking volunteer cooks for Krockpot Brigade and other K programs Call Margie 925-404-4033 Delta Quilters Guild proudly presents

QUILT SHOW Harvest on the Delta Quilts ~ Wall Hangings ~ Wearable Art

September SEPTEMBER 1 – REDMEN HALL PANCAKE BREAKFAST 7-11am, Redmen & Pocahontas Hall, 1371 Main St., Oakley. Breakfast includes scrambled eggs, sausage, pancakes and a drink for $7.

The money earned is a fundraiser for local charities.

SEPTEMBER 2 – COFFEE & WORD SEARCH - FOR SENIORS 10am, Celebration Center, 2260 Jeffery Way, Brentwood. Meet new people, enjoy a cup of coffee or tea and snacks, while exercising your brain with some word search!

SEPTEMBER 8 – DELTA HARVEST RUN 7:30-10:30am, Downtown Brentwood. 1-Mile Family Fun Run, 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon. Proceeds help support food CCC banks/ pantries, shelters and the funding of college scholarships for our local high schools. For tickets go to www.onyourmarkevents.com.

SEPTEMBER 22 – ST. ANTHONY’S FESTIVAL 9-4pm, St. Anthony’s Church, 971 O’Hara Ave, Oakley. Food, Entertainment, Music, Raffles and more!

August 17 10-5pm August 18 10-4pm Brentwood Community Center 35 Oak Street, Brentwood

$10 entry

good for both days under 8 & over 80 free

Stroll through Farmers’ Market (Saturday morning)

Enjoy lunch & shopping specials offered by Downtown Brentwood merchants with your admissions wristband!

EXHIBITS * DEMONSTRATIONS VENDORS * BOUTIQUE * RAFFLES Delta Quilters Guild is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to perpetuating the art and beauty of quilting, enhancing the quilting arts, and supporting the community by donating quilts to charitable organizations. www.deltaquilters.com

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BRENTWOOD LITERACY

Community Coming Together To Support Literacy Hello, I wanted to take a minute to bring some light to a Project that was 100% community based to support literacy in Brentwood.

I’m a resident of Brentwood and when I moved here 2 years ago I noticed there are so many beautiful parks and so trails to enjoy, but I also noticed at that time the library was under construction and there are very few book stores in the community.

I decided I want to put a plan into action to some bring together more access to books and to reading for our children and even adults in our community. After some research and ideas I learned about Free Little Library’s, a concept of book free book sharing for a community. I fell in love

and decided this was exactly the project I was looking for.

I wanted to create this gift to help support children’s reading outside of school related assignments. Reading helps promote speaking, listening, and understanding and I believe access to free books can help strengthen these tools in our community.

I put my plan Into action and was able to get a old nightstand donated and I upcycled it into a Library box. Next through community site for help to build the base and mount the library.

To you my luck Adam from Handydads donated his time knowledge and resources of leftover materials to execute the completion of this. Lastly I was able to ask other community members to donate books to start off the library. The library is now fully finished, registered and up and running in Baird Circle all due to 100% community support for supporting literacy.

When I started this project to create a free little library there were only three of these accessible in Brentwood. Over the last couple of months I was able to inspire another community member

to build one and ours finally finished which made a total of five. I would Love to bring some attention to these five amazing Free book exchanges in hopes that people will learn of their existence and be able to utilize them for their enjoyment as well as inspire other community members to build more and strengthen literacy with in Brentwood.

I’d like to add thanks to officer Velasco of Oakley police department and the Mora family for their generous donations to get this project up and running!

Catherine Morgan 408-218-8999

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Ongoing Events After School Academy Tuesdays-Thursdays, 1:30-6:30pm, Village Community Resource Center, 633 Village Drive, Brentwood or Byron Community Library Club, 3926 Main St., Byron. Literacy and homework support for K5th Grade. Info 925-626-7892 or princess@vcrcbrentwoodca.org.

Al-Anon Meeting Mondays, 12:15pm, Delta Community Presbyterian Church, Classroom, 1900 Willow Lake Rd., Discovery Bay. Support group for friends and families of alcoholics. No need to register. Info Rhonda 925-784-8030.

American Legion Auxiliary 1st Tuesday, 5pm, Legion Hall, Basement, 757 First St., Brentwood.

Info Dolly 925-634-3715.

American Legion Post 202 Meeting 2nd Wednesday, 6:30pm, Veterans Hall, 757 First St., Brentwood.

Info AML202.org or 925-516-2141.

Ancient Scriptures and Languages of the Bible Wednesdays, 7-9pm, Brentwood. Info 209-642-0278.

Farmer’s Market PITTSBURG

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Animal Rescue Recon Dog Adoptions Saturdays, 10am-1pm, Pet Food Express, 5829 Lone Tree Way, Antioch. Info 925-392-7654 or animalrescuerecon.com.

Art Classes Ongoing schedule of fun and creative art classes for kids and adults.

Delta Art Gallery, 2485 Sand Creek Rd., Streets of Brentwood. Info DeltaGallery.com or 925-516-5935.

Backgammon on the Delta Tuesdays, 6:45pm, Mountain Mike’s Pizza, 3612 Lone Tree Way, Antioch. No cost to play. Info bgonthedelta@gmail.com.

Brentwood Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group 2nd Thursday, 7-8:30pm, Neighborhood Church, 50 Birch St., Brentwood. Info 800-272-3900 or hgray1@alz.org.

Brentwood Boogie Nites 4th Thursday, 7-10pm, Brentwood Community Center, 35 Oak St., Brentwood. Live music, dance to the oldies, 60’s, 70’s. and country.

No partner necessary, all welcome, snacks, no host bar. $12 at door.

Info 925-584-5557.

Brentwood Lions Club 1st Wednesday, 6:30pm, Dad’s Cafe, 1135 2nd St., Brentwood. Info 925-587-3783.

Brentwood Multiple Sclerosis Self Help Group 2nd Wednesday, 1pm. Sponsored by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Info Julie 925-513-4686.

Cancer Support Group Tuesdays, 1-3pm, Epic Care Center, 4721 Dallas Ranch Rd., Antioch.

Sponsored by Cancer Support Community and Epic Care Center.

DASH Adoptions Fridays, 5-8pm at Petsmart, 5879 Lone Tree Way, Antioch. 1st & 3rd Sunday, 12-3pm, Petco, 5481 Lone Tree Way, Brentwood. Info 925219-0151 or deltaanimalssafehaven.org.

Delta Shadow Boxers Parkinson’s Support Group 1st Wednesday, 6:30pm. John Muir Health Bldg., Conference Room, 2400 Balfour Rd., Brentwood. Info Sue 925-550-2756.

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Discovery Bay Corvette Club 1st Thursday, 7:30pm. Info 925-516-0298.

Discovery Bay Garden Club 2nd Friday, 9:30am. Info 925-308-4582.

Discovery Bay Lions Club 1st Tuesday, 6:30pm, Discovery Bay Yacht Club. Info Kathy D’Agostino 925-356-1025.

Discovery Bay Pickleball Club FREE Training Saturdays, 9am, Cornell Park, Tennis Courts, 641 Willow Lake Rd., Discovery Bay. Info 925-628-7906.

Delta Quilters Guild 2nd Monday, 7pm, Golden Hills Church, 2401 Shady Willow Ln., Brentwood. Info deltaquilters.org.

Delta Women’s Social Club 2nd Thursday, 11:30am. Info Gloria 925-513-8731.

New Dancers Class Wednesdays, 7-8:30pm, Laurel Elementary School, 1141 Laurel Rd., Oakley. Adults, couples, singles and families are welcome. Info 925217-2255.

Pet Loss Support Group 2nd Tuesday, 5:30-7pm, Tony LaRussa’s Pet Foundation, 2890 Mitchell Drive, Walnut Creek. Info 925-887-5678 or hospiceeastbay.org.

Sutter Delta FREE Diabetes Class Wednesdays, 2-4pm & 4-6pm. Info 925-779-3605.

Sutter Delta FREE Stop Smoking Class Mondays, 6-8pm. Info 925-779-3555.

TYPE 1 Diabetic Pump Group 2nd Thursday, 4-5:30pm, Kaiser Sand Creek Hospital, Rms. 1A & 1B, Antioch. Info Cheryl 925-516-7725.

Grief Support Group Thursdays, 5-6:15pm, Immaculate Heart of Mary Library, 500 Fairview Ave., Brentwood. Info Sandy Heinisch at 925 513-3412 or Mary Ann Smith 925-240-1706.

Volunteer Opportunities After School Academy to work with students on their reading/literacy and homework. Our students are K-5th grade. Two locations in Brentwood and in Byron. Info Village Community Resource Center 925-626-7892 or vcrcbrentwoodca.org.

Golden Age Group 3rd Wednesday, 11am, Immaculate Heart of Mary Hall, 500 Fairview Ave., Brentwood. Info Mary Ann Smith 925-240-1706.

Wi Cha Ka Council 1st and 3rd Thursday, 7:30pm, Red Men Pocahontas Hall, 1403 Main St., Oakley. Info Helen 925-634-4609.

GSMOL Bi-Weekly Education Classes 2nd & 4th Thursday, 4:30-6pm, in Oakley. Topics related to mobile home living such as emergency preparedness for pets and humans, mobile home maintenance and more. Info/register 925-625-6251.

Business Meetings

HALO Adoptions Saturdays & Sundays, 12-3pm (cats), Petsmart , 5879 Lone Tree Way, Antioch. Saturdays and 4th Sunday (dogs), 12-3pm, Petco, 5481 Lone Tree Way, Brentwood. Saturdays and Sundays (cats), 2nd Sunday (dogs) 12-3pm, Pet Food Express, 5829 Lone Tree Way, Antioch.

Hospice of the East Bay Once-a-month training for volunteers who are interested in working with patients and families. Informational Session and Training. Info 925-887-5678 or volunteers@hospiceeastbay.org.

HOW Over-Eaters Anonymous Meeting Thursdays, 10-11am, Brentwood Professional Plaza, Fellowship Hall, 8385 Brentwood Blvd., Suite B, Brentwood. AA Big Book Discussion. Info Peggy 925-200-2281.

HOW Over-Eaters Anonymous Meeting Tuesdays, 7-8pm, Kaiser Antioch Medical Center, 4501 Sand Creek Rd., Rooms 1D/1E, Antioch. 12 Steps & 12 Traditions reading/discussion. Info Chris 925-895-2100.

Men’s Breakfast 2nd Saturday, 7:30am. Guest speaker at 8:30am. Delta Community Presbyterian Church, 1900 Willow Lake Rd. Discovery Bay. Info cbrodie@comcast.net or 925-634-0184.

Ministry of Caring Thursdays, 5-6:15pm, IHM Church 500 Fairview Ave., Hall B, Brentwood. Monthly potluck and happy hour (emphasis on fellowship).

Info Mary Ann Smith 925-240-1706 for dates and times.

Moms in Prayer Groups meeting in Brentwood, Discovery Bay and Antioch. Info Connilyn 925-750-3434 or momsinprayer.org.

Mobile Home Owners Advocacy Group 1st Saturday, 1-2:30pm, Oakley. Teach mobile home owners their legal rights and how to defend themselves when rights are violated.

Mobile home owners in Oakley, Bethel Island, Knightsen, Byron, Brentwood, Antioch and Pittsburg welcome by invitation. Info/register 925-625-6251.

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Aktion Club of East Contra Costa County 1st Tuesday, 6:15-8pm, Mountain Mike’s Pizza, 1185 2nd Street, Station M, Brentwood. Adults with Special Needs sponsored by Kiwanis Int’l. Info 925-890-2563.

Bethel Island Lions Club 1st and 3rd Wednesday, 7pm, Scout Hall, 3090 Ranch Ln., Bethel Island. Info Dave 925-595-1451.

Brentwood Chamber Mixer 3rd Thursday, 5:30-7:30pm. Info 925-634-3344.

Brentwood Rotary Club Mondays, 12-1:30pm, Wedgewood Banquet Center, 100 Summerset Dr., Brentwood. Info 888-556-0083.

BNI Referral Factory Thursdays, 11:30am-1pm, Brentwood Community Center, 35 Oak St., Brentwood. Info Liz 925-206-9314 or liz.litaea@lhfs.com.

BNI - Delta Business Connexion Brentwood Chapter Wednesdays, 7am, 35 Oak St., Brentwood. Info Maria 925-323-6313.

Business on the Bay 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 8:30am & 11:30am. Discovery Bay. Info Michelle 408-891-0090.

Byron Delta Lions Club 1st Friday, 10am, Delta Community Presbyterian Church, 1900 Willow Lake Rd., Discovery Bay. Info Linda 925-437-3832.

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glass doors to protect from shards of glass if broken. Install a gas auto shut-off device, any reputable plumber should be able to do this.

Earthquake, Fire and Flood Oh My! Whether it’s the recent earthquake or last year’s massive wildfires, it serves as a reminder how hazardous Mother Nature can be to your home. There are immediate actions you can take to protect your property and prevent major damage should one of these elements strike in the future.

Wildfire Some inexpensive home improvements include installing a spark arrestor on your chimney, eliminating brush and debris from around your property.

More expensive improvements include replacing single-pane glass windows, doors or skylights with tempered glass, replacing your exterior walls and roofing with a more fire-resistant material.

Earthquake anchoring appliances, dressers, TV, computer and other items to the wall is possibly one of the most important preventative measures. Apply safety film to non- tempered windows and

Water: Seal windows, doors and any cracks or holes in the foundation and exterior walls. Repair or replace roof shingles and remember tile roofs are not maintenance free. Tiles break for various reasons so it is a good idea to have them checked out by a professional periodically. Install or make sure that the flashing, a thin metal strip, around the doors, windows, thresholds, chimney and roof are intact.

Homeowners insurance can help protect you financially. Keep in mind that standard policies cover standard replacement only.

This means that the Wolf range may not be covered or the crystal chandelier is covered as a standard brass and glass for replacement. If you have significant upgrades see your insurance agent for a rider or increased coverage. Flood and earthquake damage is NOT covered under the traditional homeowners insurance policy. Periodically review your homeowners insurance policy to make sure that you are adequately covered to rebuild your home and replace its contents.

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It is important to have an emergency evacuation plan and designated meeting area to take a head count in case of fire or other emergency By taking precautions to protect your home, you can possibly help keep damage to a minimum when disasters strike; or in the case of severe damage, make sure that you have the financial means to rebuild.

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