Kid’s Dentistree – Welcome Back, Dental Benefits

It’s the start of a new year, which means dental insurance benefits have reset! Now’s the time to schedule your child’s preventative care or any needed dental treatment at a more affordable cost. Kid’s Dentistree explains here how to take advantage of your dental insurance this year and make your child’s oral health a priority in 2022:

Visit Kid’s Dentistree Web site to schedule an appointment online or call (912) 756-5437 to book your child’s visit today.

The Kid’s Dentistree office is located in the “Clock Tower” building, right next to The Suites at Station Exchange on Ford Avenue in Richmond Hill.

Kid’s Dentistree
912-756-5437
1101 Gandy Dancer
Richmond Hill, GA 31324

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SouthCoast Health’s Family Medicine and Primary Care Physician Dr. Chris Oldfield shares 5 New Year’s Resolutions that will have the most impact on your overall health.

“It’s great that everyone starts to think about their health and total well-being during this time of the year,” Oldfield said. “But the key to creating successful New Year’s resolutions that truly have an impact on your health is by creating smaller, tangible goals divided into steps.”

See the 5 New Year’s Resolutions here. 

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Lowcountry Counseling in Savannah: Sober Support for the Holidays

The Holidays can be challenging for those in addiction recovery.

Whether you need support for yourself, or a you have a family member who is in addiction recovery, help is available.

Find 5 Tips To Support Sobriety here. 

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If you or a loved one is in need of support, Low Country Counseling offers specialized therapy for Individuals, Moms, Couples, Families, Children, and Teens. Contact Low Country Counseling for any questions you need answered or to schedule an appointment. Help is available. You’re not alone.

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SouthCoast Health in Savannah: Healthy New Year’s Resolutions

SouthCoast Health physician  Dr. Regina B. Dandy offers tips on how to make healthy New Year’s resolutions that you will actually keep here.

“We see a lot of patients asking questions about improving their overall health through lifestyle changes this time of year,” said SouthCoast Health physician Dr. Regina B. Dandy. “It’s really a great thing that so many people take the New Year mark as a time to think about their overall wellness and what they can do to improve, but the tricky part is actually changing your personal health habits.”

SouthCoast Health offers a wide array of services that can help you get there, including primary care physicians, nutritionists, physical therapists, diabetic counseling services, and more.

Learn more here.

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Healthy gift suggestions from SouthCoast Health

Healthy present and stocking stuffer ideas from SouthCoast Health for foodies, athletes, tech lovers, kids.

See the health gift ideas here. 
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SouthCoast Health’s Dr. Rebecca Sellers (Family Medicine)

How manage & prevent diabetes 

Chatham, Effingham, Bryan, Glynn & Liberty counties are all part of what medical experts call the Diabetes Belt, a specific region in the southern U.S. that has comparatively higher rates of diabetes than other areas.

Living in the Diabetes Belt doesn’t automatically mean you’ll be diagnosed with the condition. While there are certain risk factors beyond your control, there are still many that you can change. And, even if you’ve already been diagnosed, effectively managing your diabetes can help you reduce your risk of complications, according to SouthCoast Health.

Small lifestyle changes can have big results when it comes to reducing your diabetes risk.

“You don’t have to join an official program or wait to make changes,” says Dr. Rebecca Sellers, primary care physician at SouthCoast Health.

Sellers lists few things here that you can do now to control your diabetes risk.

Learn more here.

Find out more about SouthCoast Health’s diabetic self-management training online or call 912.691.3600 to schedule an appointment.

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Kid’s Dentistree’s Tips for Keeping a Healthy Smile During the Holidays

It’s that time of year again! The holidays come chock-full of festive social gatherings, sweet treats and gift-giving. With all the commotion that often surrounds the season, it’s easy to see how taking care of your teeth could fall to the bottom of the priority list. Kid’s Dentistree in Richmond Hill is offering a few tips on how you can keep your smile healthy during the holidays.

Stick to Routine

Even though there is a lot going on over the holidays, MouthHealthy.org, an ADA website, suggests maintaining a regular routine of brushing two times a day. If you are due for a cleaning or dental work, be sure to schedule and keep your appointment.

Be Selective

With so many tempting treats, it’s probably unrealistic to suggest avoiding sweets altogether. However, MouthHealthy.org tells us that eating sugary foods with or shortly after meals increases saliva production, which helps to cancel out acids and rinse away food particles. Also be sure to drink a lot of water, especially when eating dried fruits like cranberries, which tend to stick to your teeth. Finally, try to limit starchy foods, which can break down into sugars.

Protect Your Teeth

Try to avoid using your teeth as a substitute for proper tools. For example, use a nutcracker to crack the hard shells of nuts before eating, a bottle opener to remove bottle caps and scissors to remove stubborn ribbons. If you do damage a tooth, be sure to make an appointment as soon as possible to keep the problem from getting worse.

Happy Holidays!

For whatever you are celebrating this season, the Kid’s Dentistree team wishes you and your family a safe, joyful and healthy holiday.

Visit Kid’s Dentistree’s web site or call (912) 756-5437 to schedule your child’s visit today.

The Kid’s Dentistree office is located in the “Clock Tower” building, right next to The Suites at Station Exchange on Ford Avenue in Richmond Hill.

Kid’s Dentistree
912-756-5437
1101 Gandy Dancer
Richmond Hill, GA 31324

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Low Country Counseling: Thanksgiving Tips for Eating Disorders 

For someone experiencing an Eating Disorder, the holiday season can become an uncomfortable time of year.

Experts @ Low Country Counseling in Savannah say Thanksgiving poses multiple triggers for anxiety, struggles with food, and stressful family dynamics.

Low Country Counseling therapists share six tips for getting through the holiday for those who are needing support or for those who have a family member who struggles with food and want to better understand their needs.

Learn more here.

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SouthCoast Health General Physician Dr. Keith Cobb in Savannah offers tips on how to make mental health a priority this holiday season.

“Mental health should be one of the biggest priorities for everyone in the season,” SouthCoast Health General Physician Dr. Keith Cobb stated. “But it’s vital to keep moving forward and progressing with our lives and our mental health. Just because it’s the holiday doesn’t mean your needs should take a back seat.”

Learn more here. 

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently identified the southern United States as a “Diabetes Belt,” meaning that those who live in our area are more likely to have type 2 diabetes than anyone else in the United States.

“This is a concerning discovery,” Internist and Primary Care Physician Dr. Douglas Perry said. “Those who live with diabetes often have difficult daily routines to manage, which can quickly become overwhelming. They have to be extremely vigilant in watching what they eat, how active they are, what medicines they’re taking, and how they’re taking them.”

SouthCoast Health offers Diabetic Self-Management Training Sessions, designed to teach the skills necessary for managing diabetes, such as creating meal plans and how to check blood pressure.

Learn more here.

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Pediatrician searching in the Savannah-Pooler area? See the patient family review above of Coastal Pediatrics  which has offices in Savannah & Pooler.

If you would like to join the Coastal Pediatrics practice, but are unsure if they are participating providers with your insurance, check their list of accepted insurances here.

If you do not see your insurance on their list, please contact their office and check with the receptionist to see if they accept your insurance before making an appointment.

If you already know that Coastal Pediatrics accepts your insurance and you would like to make a new patient appointment, please call 912-353-7744 to schedule the appointment.

Learn more here.

Coastal Pediatrics- Savannah
2 Wheeler Street
Savannah, GA 31405

Coastal Pediatrics- Pooler
1000 Towne Center Blvd
Building 1000B
Pooler, GA 31322

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Walk with a Doc, Nov. 27 2021, Savannah 

Walk off that Thanksgiving Dinner while getting to know a Savannah pediatrician.

Join pediatrician Dr. Yolanda Rivera-Caudill of The Tiny Beet on Sat. Nov. 27 2021, 9-10AM to walk towards a healthier you @ Walk with a Doc in Savannah’s Daffin Park.

Free and family friendly!

This a free event meant to encourage the community to live active and healthier lives.

Why do it alone when you can have a local doc by your side?

Walk with a Doc
9AM Sat. Nov. 27 2021, 9-10AM Daffin Park, Savannah (between playground & fountain)
Free & open to the public
EMAIL: thedoctorbeet@gmail.com

The Tiny Beet is a general pediatric direct primary care (DPC) practice specializing in Lifestyle Medicine in order to focus on the root cause of patients’ health.

Dr. Caudill is on a mission to help her patients develop and maintain healthier lifestyles through general pediatrics and lifestyle medicine.

Learn more about Walk With A Doc here. 

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No one has time to be sick – especially during the holidays.

As we enter peak flu season in Savannah, check out SouthCoast Health physician Dr. Thomas Moriarity tips below to stay well this year  here. 

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2021 KiDS Rock Savannah is happening!

Online registration is now open for 2021 KiDS Rock Savannah 2:30PM Sun. Nov. 7 2021 @ Daffin Park in Savannah. Children ages 1-17 are invited to participate.

New this year: a toddler race for kids ages 1 year-3years. The race distance is 80ft for the toddlers. There will also be a 1/2 mile (ages 3-8) or one mile (ages 5-17).

Each participant gets a t-shirt, medal, bag and racing bib.

Running-1 Mile: KiDS ROCK Savannah 1 mile (ages 5-17). Cost: $20. Register online here. 

Running-1/2 mile (ages 3-8). Cost: $20. Register online here. 

Toddler Race 80 ft (ages 1-3): Cost $20. Register online here. 

Daffin Park
1301 E Victory Dr.
Savannah, GA 31404

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The Tiny Beet, Lifestyle Medicine Pediatrics, Savannah

Why The Tiny Beet isn’t just a regular doctor’s office…
👉Besides being a pediatrician for over 30 years, Pediatrician Dr. Yolanda Rivera-Caudill is also board certified in Lifestyle Medicine.
👉Lifestyle Medicine takes a more thorough approach to the patient’s issue/concern rather than give a quick fix for the symptoms, getting to the root cause.
👉Dr. Rivera-Caudill does fun events like Walk With a Doc.

Walk With A Doc
9AM Sat. Oct. 30 2021
Daffin Park
FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. Meet between the playground & fountain

Come out and get moving with this Doc! Bring your mask, bring water, bring your grandma, kids, friends….We’ll keep distance within family groups, but we can still enjoy being active together and learn something too!

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About The Tiny Beet

The Tiny Beet – a general pediatric direct primary care (DPC) practice – is accepting new patients.

Call 917-777-6830 or visit tinybeet.com to get your appointment out.

Learn more here. 

ADDRESS
51 Johnny Mercer Blvd.
Building A-2 Suite A
Savannah, GA 31400

PHONE
(912) 777-6830

EMAIL
thedoctorbeet@gmail.com

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The Tiny Beet, Lifestyle Medicine Pediatrics, Savannah

The Tiny Beet – a general pediatric direct primary care (DPC) practice – is accepting new patients.

Call 917-777-6830 or visit tinybeet.com to get your appointment out.

Pediatrician Dr. Yolanda Rivera-Caudill  accepts patients for a single visit But the benefits of membership are:
*direct communication with the doctor (with her personal number)
*short time to no waiting room delay
*Evaluation and Consultation of Medicine Lifestyle
*and more

Learn more here. 

ADDRESS
51 Johnny Mercer Blvd.
Building A-2 Suite A
Savannah, GA 31400

PHONE
(912) 777-6830

EMAIL
thedoctorbeet@gmail.com

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SouthCoast Health experts share three main tips to fight breast cancer here.

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Lori Smith, 35, a mother of two from Savannah, had participated in countless mastectomies as an operating room assistant when she was forced to look at this disease from a different perspective: that of the patient.

“It was a little odd and surreal,” said Smith, who had no family history of breast cancer. “I’ve worked in the operating room for 16 years. And it was always someone else, not me.”

Smith says she knew something might be wrong when she gave herself a self-exam. After noticing a tender, suspicious lump in her breast, Smith reached out to Dr. Christa Jillard at SouthCoast Health. The lump turned out to be cancerous.

Read Smith’s story here. 

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FREE Developmental Checklist for Children Ages 1-6

Did you know Chatterbox Pediatric Therapy developed a developmental checklist to help parents and caregivers better understand age-appropriate milestones?

The online developmental screening for children is for ages 1-6 years

Have you tried it yet? Find the free checklist online here. 

Chatterbox Pediatric Therapy offers pediatric speech, occupational and physical therapy services in Pooler and Richmond Hill, GA. The experts @ Chatterbox Pediatric Therapy see the benefits of early intervention in kids every day.

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Flu vaccines for adults & children 6 months & older during Saturday flu-shot drive @ Whitemarsh Is. Savannah

Flu season is back! But no need to fear, The Tiny Beet is here!

Bring your family to get their flu shots @ The Tiny Beet pediatrics office on Whitemarsh Island in Savannah, starting at 10AM Sat. Oct. 16 2021. Your children do not need to be patients of Pediatrician Dr. Yolanda Rivera-Caudill  @ The Tiny Beet to receive flu shots during this flu drive.

Open to adults and children 6 months and older. 

How to sign up:
1. Click here to sign up online for the vaccine drive.
2. Enter code: GA65438
3. Fill out & submit form
4. See you there at The Tiny Beet Pediatrics office on Whitemarsh Island, Savannah on Sat. Oct. 16 2021

The Tiny Beet is a general pediatric direct primary care (DPC) practice .

Learn more here. 

Come by before the flu drive for a family yoga class @ 9AM.

ADDRESS
51 Johnny Mercer Blvd.
Building A-2 Suite A
Savannah, GA 31400

PHONE
(912) 777-6830

EMAIL
thedoctorbeet@gmail.com

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Kid’s Dentistree, Richmond Hill

Below is a guest post by Kid’s Dentistree – a pediatric dentist in Richmond Hill.

In honor of National Dental Hygiene Month, Kid’s Dentistree is celebrating all the hardworking dental hygienists and sharing tips for maintaining good oral health. 

National Dental Hygiene Month is observed every October in the United States. Dental hygiene refers to the ways in which we keep our mouth, teeth and gums clean and healthy. Colgate.com explains that the goal of this awareness month is to celebrate the work dental hygienists do and spread the word about the importance of good oral health.

What do dental hygienists do?

When most people think of dental hygienists, they think of a teeth cleaning. However, the American Dental Association (ADA) highlights the many additional responsibilities hygienists hold. These include examining your mouth, taking your blood pressure and pulse, and assessing your overall health and wellness. Hygienists also take dental x-rays to check for any problems in places that aren’t easily visible, such as in between or underneath your teeth. They also educate patients about good nutrition and ways to keep a healthy mouth. The cleaning itself involves removing plaque and tartar from around your gum line, followed by thoroughly brushing and flossing your teeth.

How do I maintain good oral health?

MouthHealthy.org, an ADA website, emphasizes the importance of maintaining your oral health at all stages of life. Understanding proper brushing and flossing techniques and eating a well-balanced diet can go a long way toward preventing cavities. It’s also essential to see your hygienist on a regular basis to help remove tartar build-up and detect any potential problems before they worsen. This can even help you save money by avoiding costly dental treatments down the road.

Take advantage of your dental benefits!

Most dental insurances cover two annual cleanings and exams at little or no cost. If you have dental insurance and haven’t had your second visit for the year, now’s the time to take advantage of your benefits and schedule your appointment. If you do not have insurance, don’t worry. Give Kid’s Dentistree a call and ask about the discount options available to you.

Visit Kid’s Dentistree’s website or call (912) 756-5437 to schedule your child’s visit today.

The Kid’s Dentistree office is located in the “Clock Tower” building, right next to The Suites at Station Exchange on Ford Avenue in Richmond Hill.

Kid’s Dentistree
912-756-5437
1101 Gandy Dancer
Richmond Hill, GA 31324

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“OVER THE MOON” Community Diaper Drive Sept. 22- Oct. 6, 2021

OVER THE MOON (Coastal Georgia’s only diaper bank) is holding a Community Diaper Drive Sept 22 through Oct. 6 throughout the Savannah area. You can help by dropping off diapers, training pants, or unscented baby wipes at any of the donation barrel sites listed online here.  OTM’s donation wish list is available through Target and the items ship directly to OVER THE MOON.

1 in 3 families’ health is threatened because they cannot afford to buy basic hygiene essentials. Safety-net programs, such as WIC and Food Stamps awarded through SNAP, do NOT cover the cost of diapers – taxed items in the state of Georgia.

OVER THE MOON’s Diaper Drive coincides with National Diaper Bank Awareness week which draws attention to the issue of diaper need in the U.S.

Savannah’s OVER THE MOON is a volunteer-run 501(c)3 nonprofit in Coastal Georgia which provides diaper bundles, period supplies, and other hygiene necessities through partner agencies, community events and directly to families as-needed. OVER THE MOON aims to end “diaper need” and “period poverty” because they believe in dignity for all, no matter how big or small.

You can help OVER THE MOON meet their 2021 goal to collect over 50,000 diapers (wipes, too!) by contributing to this Community Diaper Drive 9/22-10/6. Public Donation Barrel locations throughout the Savannah area include:

CELIA DUNN SOTHEBY’S REAL ESTATE
17 W Charlton St., Downtown

COASTAL CARE PARTNERS
4 Village Walk, Skidaway Is.
7070 Hodgson Memorial Drive

DUCK DONUTS
7127 Hodgson Memorial Drive

JEWISH EDUCATION ALLIANCE
5111 Abercorn St.

ONCE UPON A CHILD
1100 Eisenhower Dr.

POOLER POLICE DEPARTMENT
100 US Hwy 80., Pooler

PURE BARRE
5521 Abercorn St. Midtown
10 Whitaker St. Downtown/City Market
461 Pooler Parkway, Pooler

SAVANNAH POLICE DEPARTMENT
201 Habersham St., Downtown

SAVANNAH POWER YOGA
7360 Skidaway Road, Sandfly
461 Johnny Mercer Blvd., Wilmington Is.

SEA, SALT & SUGAR NAIL SALON
1800 E. Victory Dr.

SOUTHERN MOTORS DEALERSHIPS
102 Park of Commerce, Chatham Parkway
10300 Abercorn St.
1500 GA Hwy. 21, Springfield

THE 5 SPOT
4430 Habersham St., Habersham Village

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If you would like an OVER THE MOON yard sign to promote the Diaper Drive, visit otmdiaperbank.org and let them know. OVER THE MOON will place a sign on your lawn at no expense to you and collect again by Oct. 8. (while supplies last).

Visit OVER THE MOON’s website for more details on the Diaper Drive, and please note that all sizes of diapers and training pants are needed, and open packs are accepted. Thank you for your support in this very special mission.

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INAUGURAL WEST CHATHAM YMCA MONSTER DASH 5K AND FALL FESTIVAL, POOLER

Join the West Chatham YMCA for its inaugural YMCA Monster Dash 5K & Kids Fun Run/Fall Festival on Sat. Oct. 23, 2021.

Register online here.

All proceeds support the West Chatham Y’s Annual Campaign, which powers critical programs and activities that keep kids safe, people healthy and families strong.

When: Sat. Oct. 23, 2021 / 7:30 a.m. start
Where: The West Chatham YMCA, 165 Isaac G. LaRoche Dr., Pooler, GA 31322

– Adults $35 9/6 through 10/20
– Adults $40 10/21 through race day
– Ages 7-17 $20 now through 10/22
– Ages 7-17 $22 on race day
– Ages 6 & younger free

This event will feature a 5K Run and a 1/4 mile Kid’s Fun Run. Come for the race and stay for a family friendly YMCA Fall Festival. Race start: 7:30AM. The well-planned race course will wind through Pooler, both starting and finishing at the West Chatham YMCA. Top finishers will be awarded by age group. There will be a costume contest, inflatables, fun activities, health screenings, vendors and food trucks.

Register online here.

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2021 KiDS Rock Savannah is happening!

Online registration is now open for 2021 KiDS Rock Savannah 2:30PM Sun. Nov. 7 2021 @ Daffin Park in Savannah. Children ages 1-17 are invited to participate.

New this year: a toddler race for kids ages 1 year-3years. The race distance is 80ft for the toddlers. There will also be a 1/2 mile (ages 3-8) or one mile (ages 5-17).

Each participant gets a t-shirt, medal, bag and racing bib.

Running-1 Mile: KiDS ROCK Savannah 1 mile (ages 5-17). Cost: $20. Register online here. 

Running-1/2 mile (ages 3-8). Cost: $20. Register online here. 

Toddler Race 80 ft (ages 1-3): Cost $20. Register online here. 

Daffin Park
1301 E Victory Dr.
Savannah, GA 31404

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