Children's Dental Health Month

February is Children's Dental Health month.

The Tooth Fairy and her handler Miss Lena visited the Goddard School in Suwanee.

The Goddard School has some of the brightest students in Georgia. Happy Children's Dental Health Month.

Suwanee Dental Care changes four lives today!

Little did our finalist in the Deserving Diva Makeover Contest know that today would be the day that would change their lives forever.

It started out with an idea that transformed into over 25o nominations telling us who you thought our "Deserving Diva" should be. We didn't take these stories lightly, we read every nomination we received and even shed some tears along with hopeful nominees.

Today, we invited four ladies to come into our office for a final interview.. or so they thought! Suwanee Dental Care was originally planning for just one Deserving Diva but we were so compelled by these four ladies, that Dr. Williams, along with the Suwanee Dental Care Staff making over all four!

In our last blog we told you who was partnering with us to make these ladies over from head to toe! Now it's finally time to reveal WHO we are making over!

First we have Heather.. she is a wonderful and very deserving of this makeover. She says her smile makeover will be a dream come true! After loosing a significant amount of weight and starting to take care of herself again she said this smile makeover will be the finishing touch. Today Heather thought she was coming in for her final interview and we had the chance to tell her live on camera that she was one of our "Deserving Diva's"! Heather is involved in all kinds of local charities and ministries and is an active part of a missions ministry that travels all over internationally. She is in sales and is also very excited to have a renewed confidence through this smile makeover. Videos and blogging to to come! Stay tuned to see Heather's close up before pictures!

Second we have our Diva, Patti.. she is a Gwinnett County school teacher and has been self conscious of her teeth her whole life. Patti also thought she was coming in today for a final interview, we can't wait to show you footage of her reaction on camera when she too was told "You are the Suwanee Dental Care Deserving Diva"! Patti has always wanted this and tells us she covers her mouth when she smiles or laughs. This smile makeover is going to dramatically change Patti's life forever! She had

many people nominate her for this contest and has more of a story to share..

Our third Diva is Debra, she is a survivor of domestic violence. When she came in today she was sharing more of her story with us and it was just incredible. Debra has not only survived but she helps other women conquer and survive their own domestic violence situation. She is everything from a radio personality to a life coach. She was over joyed when we told her that he smile would be restored! She shared with us that her smile was something she lost for a long time but she has found it again and is ready to have the confidence to share it with the world!

Last but certainly not least is Gwendolyn. She is not only a nurse but a speaker for causes such as HIV prevention and other causes that are beyond commendable. She has been recognized with many accolades in her career for volunteering her time and giving back to her community. Gwendolyn is so excited to have her smile made over. She shared with us that it's something she has always been self conscious about. She came in all the way from South GA to what she thought was still a part of the elimination process. Instead she was met with the news that she was (also) a Deserving Diva! Her daughters joined her today and had a precious moment as Gwendolyn then was able to share with them her surprise!

We are so honored to be sharing the Deserving Diva Contest with you and these amazing ladies. Stay tuned for more blogging, story sharing, face booking, video footage and even photos!

Also check out our Deserving Diva Makeover Blog! Our Diva's themselves will be sharing with you as well as each of our local businesses partnering with us on this incredible journey. Look for the BIG REVEAL at the Gwinnett Magazine Diva Party this fall!

Children's Dental Health Month

February is Children's Dental Health Month. Our "Tooth Fairy" and her handler will be visiting local pre-schools, providing dental lessons.

Deserving Diva Contest

Check out the winner of our deserving diva makeover contest. Over 255 deserving divas entered. The winner will be announced today!http://www.deservingdivamakeover.blogspot.com/

Oral HPV testing is now available at Suwanee Dental Care!

There are over 120 types of the Human Papillomavirus (or HPV). Five of those are associated with oral cancer. A John Hopkins Study reports that 38% of oral squamous cell cancers are HPV related. There is no cure but a healthy immune system can clear most types within 2 years. Early detection is key and with our simple rinse and spit test we not only tell you if you have HPV but also which type. Knowing your risks of oral cancer is very important as 66% of reported cases are already in stage 3 or 4 of the disease. Today, people who use tobacco, alcohol and are over 4o years of age are not the only ones affected anymore. With the rising epidemic of HPV, oral cancer is not only for the older. People ages 18-40 are all at risk. It is also important to know that HPV is not only a sexual transmitted disease.

MODES OF TRANSMISSION:

-Person to person

-Skin to skin contact with skin and muccous membranes

-Saliva: Mouth-to-mouth (open mouth kssing)

-Unwashed hands (John Hopkins study)

-Multiple sex partners.

Education and early tetection are key. Speak to your hygienist at your next check up or call for an appointment today. This simple test could save you life.

Suwanee Deantl Care

4355 Suwanee Dam Rd.

Suwanee, GA 30024

770-614-7300

HELP US FEED THE BABIES OF HAITI UPDATE:

The deadline for donations had been extended 3 more weeks. If you or someone you know is able to donate to help feed the babies of Haiti, please contact us. Again the items needed are:
-Baby formula
-Baby food- cases only for shipping
-Plastic baby bottles- new only
-Diapers- all sizes
-Baby wipes

The drop off site is located at Suwanee Dental Care at
4355 Suwanee Dam Rd
Suwanee, GA 30024

NEW DEADLINE: 1/22/10

We appreciate all you help in making this a huge success.
God Bless

HELP US FEED THE BABIES OF JACMEL, HAITI

After the earthquake that devastated Haiti, EPC and AFM have adopted the city of Jacmel, 50 miles south of Port-au0Prince. The Church and AFM are supplying food but would like your help in feeding the babies. A 40 ft. container will be filled and shipped in two weeks to the city where we have contacts with missions on the ground, the Mayor and police to distribute and protect these supplies.

Items to bless them with:

-Baby Formula- any variety

-Baby Food- please buy only cases for shipping ease

-Plastic Baby Bottle- new only

-Diapers- any size

-Baby wipes

Last Sunday's paper had coupons for formula, wipes, and diapers. There are coupon sites online you can check such as coupons.com.

Int he next few days we will check out prices and let you know where some of the best deals and coupons are. There will be an update Sunday.

Bring all donations to Suwanee Dental Care. 4355 Suwanee Dam Rd. Suwanee, GA 30549. 770-614-7300

Thank you so much for your help! No one in the world has a heart for missions like the peopl who head up and work for, EPC and AFM; after all, everything you do is a mission.

God Bless

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