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Summer is here, and with summer comes lots of swimming! Our team found some helpful pool safety tips that we’d like to share with you, courtesy of our friends at the American Association of Pediatricians.
* Install a fence at least four-feet high around all four sides of the pool. The fence should not have openings or protrusions that a young child could use to get over, under, or through.
* Make sure pool gates open out from the pool, and self-close and self-latch at a height children can't reach.
* Never leave children alone in or near the pool, even for a moment.
* Keep rescue equipment (a shepherd's hook - a long pole with a hook on the end - and life preserver) and a portable telephone near the pool. Choose a shepherd's hook and other rescue equipment made of fiberglass or other materials that do not conduct electricity.
* Avoid inflatable swimming aids such as "floaties." They are not a substitute for approved life vests and can give children a false sense of security.
* Children may not be developmentally ready for swim lessons until after their fourth birthday. Swim programs for children under 4 should not be seen as a way to decrease the risk of drowning.
* Whenever infants or toddlers are in or around water, an adult should be within arm's length, providing "touch supervision."
Have more questions about your children and their safety this summer? Give us a call!

There are 2 parts to this contest: You must complete both to be
considered eligible for the drawing.
1. Online Scavenger Hunt: Find the questions in the contest section of our
website. (Most of the answers to our scavenger hunt section can be found
throughout our website or in our office)
2. Photo Contest: Submit a picture of you with your Dr. Skanchy Frisbee which
can be picked up in June at our office. Limit 1 frisbee per patient.
1st place: An I-PAD
3 runners up will get $25.00 Itunes gift cards.
Note:
*You must be a current patient (either undergoing full treatment, Phase 1 or
Phase 2) to be eligible.
*Please also note that by submitting a picture to Alta View Orthodontics, you are
giving us permission to post these pictures and/or utilize them for marketing
purposes.
Pictures must be appropriate for all audiences. Be creative with your photos.
Answers to the scavenger hunt questions and pictures are due by August 31st.
You can mail your answers and photos to our office or bring them with you to your
appointment.
Drawing will be held the day after Labor Day.

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Congratulations you guys!

The number one goal of orthodontic treatment is to give you or your child a good bite, meaning straight teeth that work well with the teeth in the opposite jaw. A good bite makes it easier for you to eat, chew and speak. It can enhance your dental health and your overall health, and may well improve your self-esteem. As a part of your comprehensive dental health care plan, orthodontic treatment can help you retain your teeth—and your smile—for a lifetime.
 
Let your smile express yourself! Nothing can show the world how happy you are quite like a beautiful smile. In fact, it’s one of the first things others notice about you, too. With orthodontics, you can be proud to flash your smile, because you’ll know that your smile truly represents your positive attitude.
 
Make your mouth healthy! Straight teeth aren’t just pretty, they’re healthy as well. Teeth that are properly aligned are easier to clean, reducing the amount of plaque buildup and risk for gingivitis. The cleaner you keep your teeth, the longer they’ll last!
 
Feel free to live your life! Orthodontics is easier today than ever before, with treatment options that fit your lifestyle and schedule. We can personalize your treatment to suit all of your needs!