August 2013: Tips, eNews & More!     We hope you are enjoying the relaxed pace of the summer, and at the same time getting out and taking advantage of the activities that the season brings. Have you been involved in a group sport this summer? With the season winding down, now is the time to look for an indoor activity for the fall. If your choice of sport involves contact or strength and balance, talk to us about a custom fitted mouth guard. Above and beyond the benefits of safety and protecting your smile, some mouth guards have been shown to improve your overall sports performance. Are you or a family member headed off to school in September? Many post secondary institutions offer health plans that include dental coverage. If you are enrolled in a post secondary program, remember to look into the coverage offered to you. Your new school schedule may keep you busy, remember to make your oral health a priority. Enjoy the rest of your summer, - The Team at Family Denistry in Maple Custom Mouth Guards If you've enrolled your child or yourself into hockey, basketball, baseball, lacrosse, soccer, self defense or any contact sport or activity, you have undoubtedly created a list of safety equipment that you will need. If a mouth guard isn't on your list of equipment... ADD IT NOW! While over the counter mouthguards are available and offer some protection, we suggest speaking to us about a custom fitted mouthguard. Click here to find out more about the benefits of Custom Mouthguards! Is Your Family Getting Enough Greens? Leafy green vegetables are one of nature's richest sources of a full spectrum of nutrients. So look beyond spinach and broccoli and get familiar with kale, collards, swiss chard, arugula, bok choy and other greens you can find at your grocery store, specialty stores and of course farmer's markets depending on the season. Regardless of your diet, greens should be an essential component of your day. Depending on your taste, there are many ways to get more green veggies into your diet. Through different preparations and by the very nature of vegetables, greens offer very unique flavours and textures. From side dishes to mains - and even in smoothies and juices - there are endless ways to add more leafy green vegetables into your family's diet. Click here to learn more about how and why you should add more green in your diet and for a great Zesty Kale Krisps recipe!