Argyle Living Magazine October 2018

OCTOBER 19, 2018 - NOVEMBER 16, 2018

Keeping the

Community

Smiling With Teeth in A Day

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Cancer A W A R E N E S S

ctober is one of those months that brings so many things to mind, don’t you think? You’ve got pumpkin carving opportunities galore with the kiddos, sweater weather, firepits, Halloween candy by the truck load, and many other opportunities to create priceless memories.

At this point, I’m just sad the month is almost over.

One of the bigger things that should spring to mind, too, is that October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Not only that, but how can I – and, well, you too – contribute?

Breast Cancer Awareness month is more than just a time to think about loved ones who are continuing to fight or have lost their battle. It’s a yearly campaign that educates people, both men and women, about the importance of early breast screening and early testing. I am currently watching my dear friend, who is only 39 years old, fight this very battle. She was lucky and it was detected while at an early screening. That’s the blessing in all of this. Not to mention, she knows she isn’t fighting this alone. This disease has taken

so many of our loved ones way too early in life, and there are countless non-profit organizations that want to help find a cure. Even numerous clients of ours, like Buckets & Bows Maid Service, have joined in this fight.

My very own friend, Debbie Sardone, started Cleaning for a Reason, a non-profit organization, 12 years ago through her Buckets & Bows company. Through this non-profit, it gives the gift of free house cleaning to women undergoing treatment for any type of cancer. She has inspired other local businesses, like MaidPro Denton, to help educate people in joining us in the fight against Breast Cancer.

In this issue, information on screening and testing will be provided. Read these important facts, my friends, and let’s join together in early detection.

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TABLE OF

CONTENTS

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On the Cover is Dr. John Shilingburg, owner of DFW Oral Surgeons

Keeping The Community Smiling With Teeth In A Day

FEATURED:

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EDITORS PICK: Where do you want to eat?

ASK THE EXPERTS

ARTICLES

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10

Inside Community

11

Inside Education

12

10 Local Eateries

14

Foodie Friday DFW with Jay Marks

16

Marty B’s

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Brawley Farms: A Top-Of-The-Line Equestrian Center Right in Your Backyard

Sheriff’s Corner with Sheriff Tracy Murphree

THIS MONTH:

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Rethinking Mammograms

26

See You At The Pole

Habern Orthodontics: Embrace the Process

27

The Wonders of A Child’s Perspective

36

Baseball: Argyle Duo to Play at Next Level

We’re focusing on restaurants & medical experts. Look for the icons to find out the best places to eat / medical experts around your area.

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Rescue Me: Pet Adoption of the Month

Organization with Cloud Nine Organizing

24

Gardening with Complete Solutions

28

Dentistry with Country Lakes Family Dental

30

Home Design with ML Group

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT 22

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Ask The Expert: Organization

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done using them. You can simply

ORGANIZING

TIPS

I bet organizing the garage is not on your list of fun fall activities. Even so, this is the perfect time to get it done. The weather is beginning to cool down, so we won’t roast while we do outdoor chores. It’s time to roll up those sleeves and start decluttering the garage.

Here are a few tips to help you whip your garage into shape:

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maker machine. It doesn’t matter how you label, just make sure you do it. Labeling will make life easier.

I promise!

•

Create zones. Always group like-

items together and keep those items will help you quickly find what you are looking for and remind you where

possible. Especially, if you plan on

parking your car in the garage. If you already park your car in the garage, it’s nice not to trip on anything as you head into the house. Adding wall-mounted hooks, pegboards and shelving can be a quick fix.

•

printer labels, or get a fancy label

in their designated zones. Again, this

Get as much off the floor as

Choose sturdy storage bins.

When looking for storage

options, keep in mind that

Treat your garage like it’s part of your house.

Because it is!

Only keep what you use.

Decluttering is going to make the biggest impact on your garage space.

Get rid of anything that is broken or no longer useful to you. Consider selling or donating any items that have duplicates.

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write labels on masking tape, use

Fall Garage

all has arrived! By now, everyone has started dragging out the fall decorations and are planting chrysanthemums in the garden while still enjoying some Friday night lights.

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where to put things when you are

plastic storage bins hold

things belong when you are done using them. An example is to use blue or green painter’s tape to outline “parking spots” for bicycles, scooters, and even the lawn mower. Park those bulky items where they belong and out of the way.

A good rule of thumb is to declutter and organize the garage at the change of every season. This means that at least four times a year your garage will be getting some much needed TLC. On a weekly

up better against moisture

basis, sweep the floors and do some spot

boxes. Some plastic bins are

of your home. Treat your garage like it’s

and mildew than cardboard

cleaning just like you would do for the rest

designed to interlock when

part of your house. Because it is!

stacking, making them more

stable than cardboard and less likely to get crushed.

•

Label everything. Labeling is always important. It helps you find what

you are looking for and reminds you

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INSIDE COMMUNITY

ARGYLE PD WINS BEST BBQ Congratulations to Argyle Police Department’s very own Sergeant Louie Adams and Corporal Steve Wallace for taking home the 1st place trophy for “Best BBQ Sauce” at Bumbershoots BBQ Competition on Saturday, September 29. 100% of the event proceeds benefited the North Texas Food Bank. This was their first team competition!

Congrats guys!

NAME THE NEW SCHOOL Argyle ISD wants the community’s help in naming the new elementary school that is scheduled to open in Fall of 2019. The school will be located at 1741 Old Justin Rd, inside the Harvest neighborhood. To submit a suggestion, visit the Argyle Independent School District facebook page to find the link. Submissions will be open until November 1st, and then a final decision will be made by the Argyle ISD School Board.

377 WIDENING PROJECT

TOM DUFFY MEMORIAL 5K

On Friday, October 12th, TxDot held a public hearing to present the planned improvements of US 377. The project includes the reconstruction and widening of a 6 mile stretch from FM 1171 to Crawford Rd. There is also plans for a raised median, dedicated left-turn lanes, signalized intersections, and a sidewalk on the east side of the roadway for the entire length of the proposed project.

Christian Community Action will have their second annual Tom Duffy Memorial 5K on Saturday, November 3 at Unity Park in Highland Village. The event will pay tribute to CCA's founder who passed away in 2017. Registration will open at 7 a.m. with a 1-mile fun run beginning at 7:45 a.m. and the 5K starting at 8 a.m. Awards will be presented at 9:15 a.m.

To register online go to www.ccahelps.org. For more information contact CCA at 972.219.4318.

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INSIDE EDUCATION CHILI COOK-OFF RESCHEDULED Mark your calendars for the new date of The Argyle Education

Foundation 1st Annual Chili Cook-Off. Due to inclement weather the original date was cancelled and has been rescheduled

to Saturday, October 20th. The event will be held at Argyle Intermediate School Park and will begin at 4:00pm. For

information on sponsorship or entering the chili competition please visit www.supportargyleisd.com.

HOLIDAY SHOPPING EXTRAVAGANZA On Saturday, November 3rd, Argyle High School will be hosting the 9th Annual Holiday Shopping Extravaganza to kick off the holiday season. There will be over 90 booths with a variety of vendors where you’ll be able to shop for holiday gifts, home décor, fashion, art, and much more. Plus you’ll be able to indulge in a sweet treat from the bake sale and participate in a raffle.

Don’t miss it!

ARGYLE ISD

EVENTS Argyle Boys Golf Spooky West Classic Oct. 25th at 8:30am

Argyle High School Haunted House Oct. 25th-27th at 6:00pm Auditorium, Auditorium Foyer, HS Band Hall AHS Theater Production Chemical Imbalance Nov. 10th at 4:30pm

LIBERTY CHRISTIAN

EVENTS

CHOIR FALL CONCERT

HILLTOP SPIRIT NIGHT

Come out and see Argyle Middle School

Support your local school by joining Hilltop

and Argyle High School perform a wide

Elementary for Spirit Night at Chick-fil-A in

variety of songs and styles during their Fall Concert on Wednesday, October 24th, from 7:00-8:15pm. The concert will be held in the Argyle High School auditorium. They would love to see you there!

Roanoke on Monday, October 22nd from 5:00-8:00pm. The Chick-fil-A cow will make an appearance, the chicken will be delicious, and the dipping sauces will be endless. A portion of all sales during the event will go to the Hilltop Elementary PTA.

ALL School Pep Rally Oct. 26th 2:25pm to 3:05pm LCS Annual Chili Cookoff Oct. 26th at 5pm Football Senior Night Oct. 26th at 7pm Career & College Expo Nov. 2nd at 8am OCTOBER 2018 | ARGYLE LIVING | 11

Restaurant Article

by Steve Gamel

W

hen it comes to deciding where we want to take the family for dinner on a Friday or Saturday night, many of us are creatures of habit. It’s so much easier to pull into a familiar chain restaurant or a local spot we’ve fallen in love with than spend forever finding something new that everyone will enjoy.

We’re not suggesting there’s anything wrong with that, but there are so many other options to take advantage of in Denton County – many of which have been right under our noses the entire time.

Below are our Top 10 list of local restaurants you need to try today.

BUMBERSHOOT BBQ

425 US-377 S. • Argyle, TX 76226 940.595.1782

Talk about being off the beaten path. Bumbershoot is a 32-foot trailer surrounded by picnic tables and friendly folks. It is here you can find the finest and most delicious

meats, including beef, pork, chicken, and sausage. Lunch and dinner are served until courtesy of Bumbershoot BBQ facebook

the food runs out, so you’d better get there fast for a meat lover’s experience like none other.

GIOVANNI’S PIZZA

100 Country Club Rd. • Argyle, TX 76226 940.464.9899

Whether you want to dine in our carry out, Giovanni’s is a basic family-owned pizzeria

that is a nice change of pace from the typical Pizza Hut trip. This local treasure also offers courtesy of Giovanni’s Pizza facebook

pasta, calzones, and sandwiches.

BURGERS & BRATS

6100 Long Prairie Rd., #300 • Flower Mound, TX 75028 972.539.9110

Definitely a hidden treasure in Denton County – and it’s amazing. From German-style

pork sausage and pork & beef sausage to Reuben sandwiches and to-die-for burgers courtesy of Burgers & Brats facebook

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that taste like they came straight from a backyard cookout, there is a little something for everyone at Burgers & Brats.

courtesy of J2 Steakhouse facebook

courtesy of RG’s Burgers & Grill facebook

courtesy of Mrs. Lively’s Cajun Konnection facebook

courtesy of Mi Dia From Scratch facebook

J2 STEAKHOUSE 119 E Main St. • Lewisville, TX 75057 972.537.5547 A newcomer to the Denton County scene, J2 Steakhouse has quickly made a name for itself both from a culinary standpoint and its unique and inviting atmosphere. Everything is made from scratch, right down to the ketchup, breads, and ice cream. Dive into their Prime Angus Filet, Prime Akaushi Rib Eye, or Seared Halibut. You won’t be disappointed.

RG’S BURGERS & GRILL 2430 S. I-35E, #172 • Denton, TX 76205 940.383.2431 RG’s is a traditional burger joint. Stop in to try their Portabella Mushroom Burger, TexMex Chili Burger, or the King Kong, which includes a free King Kong shirt if you finish it within 30 minutes. All burgers come with unlimited steak fries.

MRS. LIVELY’S CAJUN KONNECTION 721 E. Hundley Dr. • Lake Dallas, TX 75065 940.279.4299 Located off the lake on Hundley Dr., where Neal’s and Logan’s used to be, Mrs. Lively’s is a full-tilt taste of Louisiana with an amazing variety of made-from-scratch Cajun meals that will satisfy any customer. Every dish, whether it be their gumbo, crawfish, or boiled shrimp is prepared daily with fresh ingredients and cooked with the finest spices.

MI DIA FROM SCRATCH 2601 West Windsor • Flower Mound, TX 75028 972.874.4747 With three locations in Plano, Grapevine, and Flower Mound, Mi Dia From Scratch offers a blend of traditional Mexican recipes with modern Tex Mex flavors. Have lunch or dinner inside or enjoy a night out on the patio – either way, don’t forget to try their delicious margaritas and hand-crafted cocktails.

KANZI SUSHI AND HIBACHI RESTAURANT

2560 King Arthur Blvd., #142 • Lewisville, TX 75056 972.899.9779

Give your pallet a kick with KANZI. The portions are big, which means you are courtesy of Kanzi Sushi and Hibachi facebook

courtesy of Angelina’s Mexican Restaurant facebook

courtesy of Tokyo Samurai facebook

bound to take home some leftovers. It is also regarded as one of the best sushi restaurants around.

ANGELINA’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT 1400 N. Corinth St., #111 • Corinth, TX 76208 940.321.1133 For you Mexican food lovers out there, Angelina’s is a can’t-miss favorite on the local scene. Located in the heart of the Lake Cities, Angelina’s offers everything from steak fajitas and quesadillas to beef chimichangas and tortilla soup. And it’s all backed by one of the friendliest staffs around.

TOKYO SAMURAI SUSHI HIBACHI BAR 3600 FM407, #100 • Bartonville, TX 76226 940.455.2223 Hands down one of the best sushi hibachi bars in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, and it’s located close by in Bartonville. The food is amazing as a personal chef prepares filet mignon steak, chicken, and seafood dishes right at your table. If you’re looking for a different kind of family night out, give this local favorite a try.

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Foodie Friday DFW: Carvao Prime Brazilian Steak House

Carvao Prime

BRAZILIAN STEAK HOUSE

S

ince Carvao opened in the Fall of 2015, I’ve been a huge fan of this locally-owned Brazilian steakhouse

and have enjoyed many fabulous meals

with them, including our team’s Christmas Party this pas year in one of their private banquet rooms.

Owner, Paulo Novaes, is a long-time

resident of Flower Mound who is thrilled to be sharing recipes he’s worked on his whole life with the Flower Mound

community. Part of what makes Paulo’s

recipes so unique is his use of a charcoal

grill, which gives the food a different taste than most other Brazilian steakhouses.

(Fun Fact: ‘Carvao’ actually means ‘charcoal’ in Portuguese.)

As is typical with Brazilian steakhouses, restaurant patrons begin their meal at the salad bar which has over 60 hot &

cold items to choose from. Some of our favorites include the grilled pineapple, the cheese and cold cut selection, and

(most of all) their lobster bisque which is just simply incredible.

Once you’ve loaded up at the salad bar,

you head back to your table and flip your card to green which initiates the parade of incredibly-prepared and seasoned

If you’ve managed to save room for dessert (which we highly advise you do), some of our absolute favorites are their Cheesecake (which comes served flaming) and the Creme Brulee. I truly believe their Creme Brulee is the best in town. Paired with a cup of their smooth-roasted coffee, it’s the perfect end to a meal.

In addition to their main dining area, Carvao also has a fantastic bar where you can enjoy drinks before and/or after your meal. They also have a gorgeous wine room which features over 100 labels that you can choose to pair with your meal.

And they have a wonderful selection of after-dinner drinks as well.

And as I mentioned earlier, they also have two fantastic private dining areas which are great for your special events including holiday parties, rehearsal dinner, client events, happy hours, etc. There’s no cost to use the rooms and they can be set up however you need them - to include with tech equipment so you can project videos or presentations for your guests to view.

We’re grateful to have Paulo as a local restaurant owner as well as a friend. And we look forward to many delicious meals with them!

972.539.8555 CarvaoSteakhouse.com 2401 Lakeside Pkwy.

Flower Mound, TX 75022 (In Lakeside DFW)

meat selection. They offer 18 cuts of meat, including some that are (true to Paulo’s style) unique to Carvao. Our personal

favorites are the filet mignon, the ribeye, and their house speciality beef picanha with garlic. But there are so many

delicious selections, you could easily

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Restaurant Article

M A R T Y B'S

by Steve Gamel

I

t’s nearly been a full calendar year, and the reviews are in – Marty B’s in Bartonville is a raging local success story.

appetite and leave you wanting to come

Inspired by the spirit of the Texas Hill Country, Marty B’s prides itself on offering a little bit of everything for customers who

events, opened last November just across

crave more than just a standard sit-down dinner. Marty B’s includes live music, fire pits, rooftop hanging with friends and family, down-to-earth hospitality, games like corn hole and washers, and delicious in-house, freshly-made Texas specialties that are guaranteed to appease any

back for more.

The venue, which can also host private from the Lantana community and sits

on 2.2 acres with 6,700-square feet of

covered space. Clearly, customers love

the place; it already has more than 500

positive reviews on Facebook and a fourstar rating on Yelp.

None of the restaurant’s success would work if it weren’t for the unique menu

SHERIFF ’S

CORNER D

with Sheriff Tracy Murphree

enton County is home to more than 800,000 people; it is 953

square miles and is

who do a remarkable job of supervising and caring for inmates on a daily

ranked ninth by

basis 24 hours per day, seven

population in Texas.

days a week.

Denton County

I am very fortunate to have

will only grow and

Assistant Chief Deputy, Barry

with growth comes

unwanted crime. One

of the Sheriff’s biggest responsibilities is the

jail. The Denton County jail

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of our employees are Detention Officers

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Caver, supervise the everyday operations of Denton County jail. Chief Caver is responsible for five Detention Captains, seven Detention Lieutenants, 19 Detention Sergeants, 41 Detention Corporals, and

that features steaks, BBQ, Tex-Mex, and mouthwatering burgers. Some of their specialties are the double cut bonein pork chop, brisket tacos, the BBQ

stuffed baked potato and a dessert menu

highlighted by the ooey gooey toffee treat and campfire s’mores kit.

If you don’t believe us, you’re just going to have to see for yourself.

Visit martybsplace.com for more

information on menu options and their calendar of events.

329 Detention Officers, along with 24

other civilian employees plus all inmates.

Within our detention facility, we house a wide variety of inmates. Our Detention

Officers are trained to protect themselves and the inmates. Some of our Detention Officers are a part of the Special

Operations Response Team, or SORT.

They have specialized training in dealing with abusive inmates. Not all who apply are accepted, the physical and mental

challenges are strenuous. The men and women on the team are prepared to handle all types of situations.

Detention Officers are the backbone and

unsung heroes of the Sheriff’s Office. They do a difficult job very well every day. I am proud of the men and women who have dedicated themselves to serve.

Denton County Sheriff’s Office is currently hiring Detention Officers. Please pass the word and have interested parties visit the Denton County website to apply.

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Medical Expert Article

Rethinking M A M M O G R A M S

by Susan Neuhalfen

M

ost women are told that starting an age 40, they need to start scheduling

annual mammograms. However, many

different medical entities now disagree

• American College of Physicians also

recommended raising the age to 50.

• American Cancer society

not only on when women should start

recommends women start

they should have one.

undergo annual mammograms from

scheduling mammograms but how often Mammograms are low frequency x-rays of the breasts used for diagnosis and

screening. They are responsible for the

early detection of breast cancer in many women and have saved countless lives.

However, some medical entities argue that we don’t need to be conducting as many mammograms over a woman’s lifetime as we are. Here are some of the latest recommendations:

• The U.S. Preventative Services Task Force recommends that

mammography screening for most

mammography at 45, that they

45 – 54, and continue to undergo mammography every other year after that.

Now a new debate has been fueled that argues that for every death prevented, there are three to four women “overdiagnosed”. That means that the mammogram pinpointed a suspicious area that required extra tests or a biopsy, but turned out not to be cancer. Good, right? Well…according to the study, this causes the patient stress and anxiety

women start at age 50 rather than 40,

as well as additional medical costs. The

years (instead of annually) through

in some cases, do more harm than good

and that the frequency be every two

“false positives” as they are called, can,

the age of 74.

according to these folks.

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Let’s check the facts.

In a research study published in the

journal Cancer in 2017, three different groups of women were assessed: • Group 1 – participants had a

mammogram every year from age 40 to age 84.

• Group 2 – participants had a

mammogram every year from age 45 to age 54, then mammograms every other year from age 55 to age 79.

• Group 3 – had a mammogram every other year from age 50 to age 74.

Here is what the study found: • Group 1 - annual screening reduced mortality by 39.6%.

• Group 2 - scheduled screenings reduced mortality by 30.8%.

• Group 3 - scheduled screenings reduced mortality by 23.2%.

• For those wondering about the false positives, although there a larger number of mammograms conducted from Group 1 to Group 3, the number of false positives for each group hovered roughly around 8%.

If the goal is to prevent the most deaths from breast cancer, the annual mammogram starting at age 40 is the best bet for all women according to this study. Here are some other things that are important to prevent breast cancer: • Know your family history – have a talk with your family about medical conditions. If other members of your family have had breast cancer, you, too are at greater risk.

• Keep a healthy lifestyle – obesity, smoking, excessive alcohol use (1-2 drinks/ day), and an unhealthy diet (refined foods, meats, saturated fats, sugars) all contribute to breast cancer.

• Perform breast self-exams in the shower.

• Keep to your regular OB/GYN exams as well as scheduled mammograms.

The best thing to do is to consult your doctor about your risks and what he or she believes is the best path forward.

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Keeping the

Community

Smiling

W i t h Te e t h I n A D a y

by Steve Gamel

D

r. John Shillingburg couldn’t tell who was more excited when one of his patients, Mike Thomas, came strolling through the front door a few months ago. Thomas, a former Naval pilot now in his 60s, initially visited DFW Oral Surgeons in Flower Mound last year hoping Dr. Shillingburg and his staff could help him not only get his smile back – but also his life.

photography of Dr. Shillingburg and Team by Your Candid Memories (YourCandidMemories.com

It had been a while since Dr. Shillingburg performed a life-changing fixed dental implant procedure on Mike called Allon-4®. And by the looks of it, it worked to perfection. Mike was loving his new teeth and was smiling from ear to ear.

Beyond the accolades, what makes Dr.

“In one day, we

people feel better about themselves.

upper and lower

Shillingburg tick is being able to help A former military man himself, he

has worked with active duty soldiers to celebrities and civilians. And as

technology has improved, he’s jumped “He couldn’t stop smiling. None of us onboard with treatment programs could, either,” Dr. Shillingburg said.

“Mike looked great; he that improve a patient’s had stopped smoking and recovery time and “...It’s not as painful everything. It was a radical quality of life. as before because the change to his life.”

“It gives me pride knowing teeth aren’t resting He added, “Our patients patients can come in, on the gum tissue; can’t believe how real their and they will have a they’re resting on the teeth are. And they can’t great experience,” Dr. implants.” wait to smile.”

Shillingburg said. “We We’ll talk more about the have a great procedure that changed Mike’s life in a team here, and I have a lot minute, but trust us when we say it’s not of passion for what I do; We your typical dental implant treatment. And enjoy taking something that is frankly, the doctor who performed it isn’t difficult for a lot of people and typical either. Dr. Shillingburg, a boardmake it so it’s not a big deal.” certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon, The All-on-4 treatment is a is the best at what he does and is the BEFORE owner of a true outpatient surgery center cultural shift from the more capable of diagnosing and treating any intrusive, painful, and lengthy mouth and jaw condition. This includes implant procedures of the procedures as simple as wisdom teeth past as it uses as few as four extraction to complicated sinus lifts and implants while making the best reconstructive surgery. use of your available jawbone And when we say he’s a specialist in all of these things, we mean it. Dr. Shillingburg is trained and credentialed in dentoalveolar surgery, facial cosmetic surgery, implant surgery, orthognathic surgery, facial reconstructive oral surgery, dental anesthesiology, and holds membership with the American Dental Association and is a Diplomate of both the American Dental Society of Anesthesiology and American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons.

implants in while a lab tech converts the upper denture into fixed teeth,” Dr. Shillingburg said. “We place the implants and put in a set of temporary teeth that same day. It’s not as painful as before because the teeth aren’t resting on the gum tissue; they’re resting on the implants.”

Mike Thomas was a perfect candidate for All-on-4. He had developed gum disease, and his teeth deteriorated rapidly. This left him struggling to chew his food, and he was uncomfortable in social situations.

In a matter of one day, that all changed.

Another story featured on the company’s website (www. dfworalsurgeons.com) is of veteran Chris Coker, a cancer survivor who had several teeth knocked out during a lung biopsy. Dr. Shillingburg selflessly donated his time, expertise, and resources to help Mr. Coker.

AFTER

facial bone structure. From there, six to

eight dental implants would be placed in the upper jaw, followed by the lower jaw, and patients would then need to make

multiple trips back over the course of the

What All-on-4 does is decrease the need

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teeth, then place four to six dental

“You people have seen me before with really awful teeth, of new fixed teeth. By angling photography by Carnes Group and they don’t make you feel the rear two implants, patients good about yourself,” Mr. Coker says receive instantaneous support and to a group of people in the video. “And stability – all in one day. when this was done, it changed my whole In the past, the standard of care with fixed perspective on life, the way I live it, the way I interact with other people, and now I implants was for a surgeon to take bone just really enjoy smiling.” from a patient’s hip to reconstruct the to provide a fully functional set

next year and a half as their mouth healed.

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can remove their

for bone grafting.

Many of us take our oral and dental health for granted, and when we are suddenly faced with severe problems, the consequences can be overwhelming.

Having a doctor like John Shillingburg in your corner is a lifesaver.

“I feel my role on this earth is to help people and to bless others. It’s a really neat thing to be able to radically change someone’s life for the better.”

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Business Spotlight

A Top-Of-The-Line

EQUESTRIAN

CENTER Right In Your

BACKYARD

by Steve Gamel

photo by Karinda K. Equine Photography

B

ob and Dana Brawley of Brawley Farms are on the road 25 weeks out of the year traveling the country to various competitive horse shows. Along the way, they’ve built a stellar reputation both on the road and at home and are known for running a full-service equestrian facility that can cater to the needs of horses and riders at any skill level.

Brawley Farms, which resides in the small

hunter, jumper, and equitation training for

Well, at least for now…

service equine boarding and training for

town of Double Oak, is a hidden gem.

Located off Simmons Road right across

all levels of competition, exceptional fullcompetition horses, and more.

to supplying saddles, bridles, and helmets, Brawley Farms owns five lesson horses

that are available to lesson program riders.

The only equipment a new rider needs is

a pair of snug fitting jeans and close toed shoes with a heel.

“We want to let prospective clients know that if they (or their child) want to learn how to ride, they don’t have to spend

the street from Lantana, Brawley Farms

Bob has more than 30 years of experience

thousands of dollars to see if they like

Center in the 2018 Best of Denton County

for his classic style, quality horsemanship,

are $55 a pop; that’s very similar to many

was recently named Best Equestrian

on the hunter jumper circuit and is known

the sport,” Dana Brawley said. “Lessons

Contest and is quickly endearing itself

and unwavering attention to detail.

karate or gymnastics programs for kids

to both riding and nonriding residents as an

equestrian’s dream. With more than 17 acres of

lush pastures and scenic

trails, the farm includes a large covered arena that is directly accessible to

the barn, an outside derby

“...There are plenty of barns in this area who do what we do, but there aren’t many that provide as comprehensive a program as ours.”

field with natural jumps,

and ample turnout paddocks. They offer a lesson program for riders who do not

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He started showing and

or fitness programs for adults. We supply

the direction of his mother,

ends up wanting to pursue horse showing,

moving to Southern

lesson program as well. There are plenty

Dana, he relocated to

but there aren’t many that provide as

training in Oregon under

the horses and the tack, and if the rider

Judy Brawley, and after

we can help them expand out of the

California, where he met

of barns in this area who do what we do,

Texas in 2011.

comprehensive a program as ours.”

When building Brawley Farms, Bob and Dana

literally thought of everything … from a

massive observation room for guests to a

fully-stocked equipment room. In addition

760.801.6655

www.brawleyfarmsinc.com 200 Simmons Rd.

Double Oak,TX 75077

Visit Tues. - Sat. during business hours

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Ask The Expert: Gardening

And Here Comes That

OCTOBER AIR...

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alking the kids to the park, grabbing dinner on the patio, everything is more enjoyable

when the weather is right. For us patio

any unwanted guests.

•

season is in full swing, our landscape

be in the business.

October is one of the most critical

months when it comes to the exterior and

Here are a few things to contract out or add to

your “to-do” list over the next few weeks: EXTERIOR: •

Ensure windows and

effected by weather.

•

sealed. Restricting

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| OCTOBER 2018

chance having rainwater get in the weep holes during a rain event).

•

Oct. thru Dec. is a great time to plant

Check out your roof to make sure no

larger shrubs and trees. Allowing

round of summer storms and that the

months will make the heat of summer

shingles have come off during our last

them to start rooting over the winter

gutters are clean and free of debris.

a lot less hazardous to their health.

LANDSCAPES:

Landscape crews are starting to get booked out and the maintenance guys are hard at work getting beds cleaned out in preparation for fall color!

doors are properly

kept below the brick line so you don’t

painted or sealed to ensure as the

landscape maintenance around your home.

moisture barrier (ensure the mulch is

All exposed wood surfaces are

out, things are protected and less

the maintenance guys are hard at work

for fall color! Very exciting time of year to

it breaks down to offer a great weed /

cold weather and rain moves in and

crews are starting to get booked out and getting beds cleaned out in preparation

It will hold the best, not float, and as

comfortable inside and help reduce

• Cutback and prune this

year’s growth. This will not only help to keep your

beds organized but also promote new growth

•

Go ahead as things cool off and cut back on the irrigation. Watering a

couple of times a week and ensuring your rain sensor is operating

effectively should be sufficient and help your monthly spending.

come spring.

• Remove, cultivate,

fertilize and add new 2”

layer of mulch. We lean towards a

shredded mulch vs. bark or large cut.

by PJ Kratohvil of Complete Solutions completesolutionsdfw.com

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SEE YOU AT THE POLE O

n Wednesday, September 26th, Blanton Elementary teachers

and students (as well as their parents)

attended See You At The Pole. For over

25 years, See You At The Pole has been about one simple act – prayer. It is an

rate at Blanton Elementary, they decided to implement the event into their schools as well.

“It was really cool that they caught on, and

generation – students all over the globe

involved in the future,” said Lisa.

of their school in the early morning to worship before school starts.

This year marked Blanton Elementary’s

second year participating in this event. A

group of moms who are apart of the PTA made it happen.

hopefully we can get more of the district While it is a mom organized event,

See You At The Pole is a student-led

and student-initiated event. According to the SYATP website, strong student

leadership is crucial, and can make or

break the event. It is important for adults to step back and allow the students to

“Last year, my friend’s church gave us a

grow and learn in their faith by leading.

Walker, one of the moms at Blanton

Community Fellowship Church, led the

challenge, and we accepted,” said Lisa

Local pastor, Cal Callendar, of Lantana

Elementary. “After so many tragedies last

group in a few prayers.

year, we felt we needed to implement prayer and good vibes.”

Because last year’s event was

so successful, they decided to

continue the event for another year and hopefully for years to come.

“It was a really good

outcome this year, and

this year was so different

and emotional because this time around, the

kids got it – they

understood what they

were there for and they

actually prayed – even the little ones,” Lisa said.

See You At The Pole surprisingly didn’t begin very long ago. In 1990, a small youth group followed God’s leading

to pray for their schools. On the SYATP website, it states, “God does not want

prayer to end at this one-day event, but

to be used as a springboard for students to unite together to bless and pray for their school.

“You know,” Lisa said, thinking back

to the event. “One of my friends said it perfectly: ‘Schools may have taken

God out of them, but He will always live

within our hearts,’ and to see that passed down to our children just makes it that much more special.”

photo courtesy of Candice Berry

gather around their flagpole in front

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Denton ISD heard about the success

annual event committed to the global unity in Christ and prayer for each

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When a couple of the schools in

The Wonders Of A

Child’s Perspective

by Dr. Rebecca Butler

T

his month I decided not to write about what you would usually expect to read from your local pediatrician. I am NOT going to share with you what is recommended in your child’s best interest by the medical community. I am not going to give health maintenance or dietary or disciplinary tips this time.

This month, I want to share one of my favorite readings. It is inspirational and real. It exemplifies what it is I love about being a pediatrician and resembles how blessed I am to have the opportunity to interact with all different kinds of children on a daily

basis. I myself have learned many life lessons from the honesty and resiliency of children. Through all of the truths and the pains, what we can take away from the innocence and unadulterated minds of children and apply to our lives is invaluable.

ENJOY and GIVE THANKS!

A Dog’s Purpose?

six-year-old Shane to observe

From a 6 year old Perspective

Shane might learn something from

Author: Unknown Being a veterinarian, I had been called to examine a ten-year-old Irish Wolfhound

named Belker. The dog’s owners, Ron, his wife Lisa, and their little boy, Shane, were

all very attached to Belker, and they were hoping for a miracle.

I examined Belker and found he was dying of cancer. I told the family we

couldn’t do anything for Belker, and offered to perform the euthanasia

procedure for the old dog in their home.

As we made arrangements, Ron and Lisa

told me they thought it would be good for Sponsored Content

about the sad fact that animal lives are shorter than human lives.

the procedure. They felt as though

Shane, who had been listening quietly, piped up, ‘’I know why.’’

the experience.

The next day, I felt the familiar catch in my throat as Belker’s family

surrounded him. Shane seemed so calm, petting the old

dog for the last time, that I

wondered if he understood

what was going on. Within a few minutes, Belker slipped peacefully away.

Startled, we all turned to him. What came out of his mouth next stunned me. I’d never heard a Startled, we all more comforting explanation. turned to him.

It has changed the way I try What came out and live.

of his mouth next stunned me.

The little boy seemed to accept Belker’s transition without any difficulty or

confusion. We sat together for a while after Belker’s death, wondering aloud

He said, ‘’People are born so that they can learn how to live a good life -- like loving everybody all the time and being nice, right?’’ The sixyear-old continued, ‘’Well, dogs already know how to do that, so they don’t have to stay as long.’’

by Dr. Rebecca Butler, who is Board Certified in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. She is proud to be a resident of Lantana and the owner of Lantana Pediatrics. For more information on Lantana Pediatrics, Dr. Butler and/or Melanie Bitzer, CPNP or to schedule an appointment with one of these providers, call the office at 940.455.7200.

NEW HOURS: Mon, Tues, Thurs: 7:30am-5pm Wed: 7:30am - 12:30pm • Fri: 7:30 - 4pm • Sat: 9am - 12pm

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Ask The Expert: Dentistry

ADVICE Healthy Dental Diet for a

A

s the old cliché goes, you are what you eat. And I believe it.

For instance, who doesn’t think

fruitcake eaters are slightly nutty, or

means your teeth and gums immediately withstand the effects of the type of food you put in your body, and the food that is good for your overall health tends to

honey lovers tend to be a bit sweet. And we all know if you’re brave enough to try roadkill, well, you’re probably dead meat.

Of course, I can’t take all the credit for the cheesy jokes (it’s probably

be what is good for your oral

To combat this bacterial growth, the first step is to limit sugars, carbohydrates, coffee, wine, and certain teas and soups.

the pizza), but I can offer some insight on how your diet can affect your oral health.

When you think about it, every bit of food and ounce of drink that goes into our body enters through our mouth. This

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health as well. Therefore, making healthy choices for your teeth and gums can help your overall health and vice versa.

There are over 600 types of oral bacteria in our mouth and they all thrive on

both carbohydrates and acidic

To combat this bacterial growth, the first step is to limit sugars, carbohydrates, coffee, wine, and certain teas and soups.

Then incorporate fruits and vegetables, which have a washing effect that can remove bacteria.

Of course, the very best way to remove bacteria, lower acidity, and prevent staining is to brush and floss after every meal.

Certainly, food should always be taken in context, and when done so can be just as enjoyable as, well, a dental visit.

Happy eating and happy smiling!

environments. Bacteria use carbohydrates and sugars for energy and growth and produce the bi-product of acid. This eventually can lead to tooth decay, gingivitis, and periodontal disease.

by Dr. Matt who is the owner of Country Lakes Family Dental CountryLakesDental.com

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Ask The Expert: Home Design

Why You Need To

PARTNER with a

Residential Designer

W

e meet with homeowners all the time at the ML Group, and one thing we hear the most is they really want something different. They no longer want a house that looks the same as the one next door, and in some cases, they don’t feel like it speaks to their style anymore.

Maybe you’re thinking the same thing: You bought your house 12 or 13 years ago, and you love it. But over the last eight years, you’ve noticed its lack of functionality and curb appeal – your master closet is narrow, there’s not enough room to entertain, and there’s too much space being taken up in the hallway that could have been used to give yourself a bigger laundry room or patio.

Being the residential architects and designers we are, solving these pain points with a custom home is right up our ally. Here are 4 reasons why you need to partner with a residential designer: 1. You get what you want and need: Because you have your own designer, the entire experience is customizable.

You have control, everything is crafted around your budget, and you’re not locked into one particular style.

Go crazy and create your own style from scratch!

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to listen to their dreams and ideas.

That takes stress off your plate in a process that might have felt a little overwhelming at first.

3. Your designer knows their stuff:

If you’re taking the plunge into the custom building world, you need someone in your corner who is

knowledgeable. For example, I’ve

owned a home building company in the past. I know what’s realistic, how far to push the envelope, and how and where to keep costs low.

4. Residential designers are problemsolvers: Many clients have an idea of what they want, but they don’t know how to materialize that or put it into

words other than the 40 or 50 pictures they found on Pinterest. The ML

Group can put that puzzle together for you.

Having an experienced designer in your corner is the most valuable asset in your quest to design the perfect home – one that we promise will be unique to your style and way of living, call us today.

by Mike Love ML Group, LLC. 972.355.8700 MLGroupTexas.com

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Business Spotlight

EMBRACE PROCESS THE

W

photography by Brandi B. Photography

hen it comes to crafting the perfect smile, Dr. Michael Habern of Habern

Orthodontics prides himself on satisfying all of his patients’ needs – not just some of the time or part of the time, but all of the time.

The key to that, he said, is having an open line of communication and providing a great experience from start to finish.

“It may take me five minutes to do

an exam, but I spend a lot more time

explaining to my patients what I saw and

972.539.8295 | HabernOrthodontics.com | 4251 Cross Timbers Rd., Ste. 160 | Flower Mound, TX 75028

how we’re going to fix it – so everyone is

informed,” said Dr. Habern, who is board-

certified and has treated more than 14,000 patients. ”That’s why people come back.

It’s the personal attention and the fact we are engaged in the process.”

He added, “We don’t overlook anything.”

For more than 30 years, Habern

Orthodontics in Flower Mound has

been committed to treating adults and children with the highest quality of

Unlike some practices where parents sit in the waiting room while their child is being seen, Dr. Habern and his staff insist that parents are present during exams and have the freedom to ask questions.

Not only is this at the heart of that open line of communication mentioned earlier, but it also helps the treatment plans run smoothly.

“Often, parents can’t

progressive orthodontic care for an ideal tooth and jaw relationship.

They offer metal, gold,

and clear brackets, and

are a Platinum Invisalign

provider. More importantly, treatment plans are

customized and include

a free family consultation with digital photos and X-ray, so everyone

Unlike some practices where parents sit in the waiting room while their child is being seen, Dr. Habern and his staff insist that parents are present during exams and have the freedom to ask questions.

feels involved in the entire process.

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comment on how their child’s treatment plan is progressing or not because they’re not involved,” Dr. Habern said. “The more parents are involved, the better the treatment goes.

There have been times where a child will walk back to see us, and I’ll ask, ‘Where’s your mom? Go

get her and bring her back here!’”

Dr. Habern’s undying commitment to service, his profession, and a better way of doing things is a big reason why Habern Orthodontics is the only choice for thousands of residents across Denton County. Habern Orthodontics has been awarded the prestigious Mom Approved Award, Texas Monthly Super Dentist, as well as Best of Denton County.

He makes EVERYTHING look easy and fun – even if giving you a perfect smile takes a little bit of time.

“I give you so much information that you’d better start taking notes,” Dr. Habern said.

“We don’t overlook anything, and it’s about making it a comfortable experience for everyone.”

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BASEBALL:

ARGYLE DUO TO PLAY AT NEXT LEVEL

T

he Argyle baseball team was a staggering 37-0 last season as it

steamrolled its way to the Class 4A state title. So it should come as no surprise to see the majority of the

Eagles’ stars are getting picked up by major college programs.

Record-Chronicle first reported the news of their announcements.

seasons to play for the Eagles, the full

wide receiver for the football team, batted

(Utah), Bo Hogeboom (Houston), Austin

last year. Merka hit .368 in the playoffs as

are both juniors and still have two more

pool really is. Gonzales, who also plays

Argyle recruiting class includes Sean Bolin

.429 and made just one error in the field

to Division I programs. That list includes

Dillon Carter (TCU).

2019 roster who have already committed

King (UTRGV), Brenden Dixon (Texas) and

left fielder Alex Gonzales and third

“It’s a really cool thing knowing all those

announced he was committing to

Baylor on Sept. 4. Five days later, Merka committed to Texas A&M. The Denton

instrumental as sophomores and showed just how deep the Eagles’ talent

The Eagles have eight players on their

committed in September. Gonzales

Gonzales and Merka were both

Along with Gonzales and Merka, who

King (Texas Rio Grande Valley), Preston

baseman Cade Merka, who both verbally

by Steve Gamel

guys since before middle school and now

Argyle eventually won its second state title in program history.

“The state championship in baseball came in my first season in a varsity sport

being able to be a part of that,” Gonzales

and it was great,” Merka told the DRC. “If

special. I’m excited to play these next two

another one in baseball, that would just

told the Denton Record-Chronicle. “It’s

we could win one in football and then get

years and enjoy it with them.”

be truly amazing.”

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Restaurant Article

WHERE DO YOU WANT TO EAT?

by Susan Neuhalfen

U

gh. It happens every time. When two or more are gathered together, and

you’re hungry, the question inevitably

comes up: “Where do you want to eat?”

Chances are, the variety of personalities

involved make the question so much more complicated than it needs to be.

There’s the picky eater who can’t

have MSG, mayo, or anything with sunflower oil …

There’s the dieter who really wants that burger but must go somewhere with a

Keep a list of restaurants you want to try.

problem of getting everyone to agree on

phone, and when you pass a restaurant

the actual decision a fun process:

There are lots of lists and map apps on the put it on the list. That way when the

questions come up, check the list and

make suggestions to the other guests.

Keep coupons and gift cards in an easily accessible place to help you make the decision (purse, car, kitchen drawer).

Something may be about to expire, and you want to use it.

DECIDE

And there’s the

indecisive person who just doesn’t care but is

hungry and therefore a little testy ….

Which leads us to the first rule of restaurant decision-making: If it’s at all possible, don’t wait until you’re hungry to decide. Once you’re hungry, you’re irritable, and that

makes for an unpleasant experience for

everyone. If you know you’re going out to

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a vote. Top vote

getter is the winner.

FOLLOW THE

LEADER

Let people vote anonymously (names in

a hat), so no one feels pressured to vote with a friend.

another narrows it down to three and the

need to.

else’s ideas …

and everyone gets

interest you and refer to the list when you

There’s the naysayer who has no great

WHEEL

three restaurants,

5-3-1 – If there are just two or three of you,

healthy menu …

to poo-poo everyone

Pick 3 – Take the top

Check YELP for reviews and see what’s in the area. Bookmark the restaurants that

ideas but just wants

a restaurant. Here are a few ideas to make

have one person pick five restaurants, last picks the best one.

Join the app Open Table. It is an online

Let the Wheel decide - go to

points after reserving/dining at one of

decide for you.

reservation service that helps patrons earn their member restaurants.

These points may be

redeemed for discounts at

other member restaurants.

Wheeldecide.com and let the wheel

PICK 3

Go to Zomato.com and get

the reviews and menus in order of highly

recommended to least recommended. It’s always good to double-check what YELP has and see if the reviews agree.

These four ideas will help you to narrow down choices, but there is still the

Follow the Leader – put a list together of the friends or family members you usually eat with. Once someone has

chosen the restaurant, his/her name goes to the bottom of the list, and

it’s someone else’s turn to choose. Yes, include the kids!

You aren’t going to please everyone so just accept that now. The main objective is to make it enjoyable,

so everyone has a pleasant meal.