LEADING THE CHANGE IN HEALTH & WELLNESS
Meet exceptional providers of integrative and dental care.
Written by Heidi Bethel
Thrive Integrative Health
This integrative medicine practice in Reno emphasizes modern medicine with a patient-centered approach. Specializing in services including primary care, chronic-disease management, and women’s health, founder Dillon Lambert, FNP-BC, APRN, encourages patients to be mindful of how perception and gratitude affect health.
She often refers to a quote by Dr. Bruce Lipton, an American developmental biologist, who said, “The moment you change your perception is the moment you rewrite the chemistry of your body.”
Positive and negative perceptions have an impact on the mindset and body. Improve perception with gratitude and see a boost in your immune system, chronic pain, and energy levels. Lambert suggests keeping a gratitude journal to rewire your brain; do this by recalling three happy things daily for 21 days. Give it a try and spread kindness this season. To learn more, visit Thrivetobehealthy.com.
Sierra Smiles
Dr. John Bocchi, Dr. John McLennan, Dr. Robert Vong, and Dr. Lucas McShosh make up the team of knowledgeable dentists serving the community at Sierra Smiles in Reno. For more than 14 years, Dr. Bocchi and his team have provided the highest-quality care using state-of-the-art technology and techniques with a non-invasive, preventative care approach.
As the holiday season is upon us, it’s important to eat nutritious foods. Should you and your family enjoy the occasional cookie or cup of punch, be mindful that foods high in sugar and acidity put people at a greater risk of tooth decay, otherwise known as cavities.
Harmful bacteria inside the mouth feed off sugar, causing an increased risk for cavities and other infections in the mouth. Tooth decay is one of the most common chronic childhood diseases, and it is easily preventable.
After consuming a sugary treat, prevent cavities and the risk of periodontal disease in three easy steps:
- Drink water to raise the pH levels in the mouth and create a more alkaline setting.
- Brush, floss, and use a water flosser to remove lingering bacteria.
- Visit the dentist for regular hygiene wellness visits.
To schedule an appointment, visit Sierrasmilesreno.com.
