January 2010 Newsletter

What´s New at Savon

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Quote of the month:   "If you always do what interests you, at least one person is pleased." - Katharine Hepburn


Congratulations to L. Ramirez of Tucson, AZ  Winner of our December drawing for 1 free additional year of membership.

Ms. Ramirez was the winner of December drawing for 1 year of membership for free.

Congratulations to our winner and thank you to everyone that entered the drawing.


Savon Forms a Partnership with Three Page Management

Savon tax service is here to help with your tax filing!!!

We are capable of handling most all tax filings including:

  • Form 1040 EZ Return

  • Form 1040 A Return

  • Form 1040 Return

  • Form 1120 - U.S. Corporation Return

  • Form 1120S - S Corporation Return

  • Form 1065 - U.S. Partnership Return

  • Extension Filings

  • Electronic Filing Available (for a nominal fee)
Whatever your tax needs are call us at 602-841-3494.  Fees range from $25.00 to $300.00 (for corporate) plus filing fees


Chairside Chat with Dawn Lawler:

Dawn Lawler

No thank you, No shots today…

Over the course of the 13 years I worked chair side, I heard just about every reason as to why a patient didn't wish to have anesthesia.

Some patients have an unusually high tolerance to pain and are able to have semi-invasive procedures completed with no anesthesia at all…without twitching a muscle.  For these patients…you were my worst nightmare.  I would sit through crown preps and fillings just waiting for you to scream out loud in pain and consequently cause myself a sympathy toothache…and all the while you're fine.  Not sure how you do it, but BRAVO to you!


Other patients dislike the feeling of being numb in an area and are uncomfortable with the "loss of control" feeling they get when numb, so they opt to have minor procedures done with no anesthesia.  However, when undergoing more invasive procedures, they prefer anesthesia.

Needle phobics are the easiest to cure.  Generally, they are overly focused on the pain they believe they'll feel when receiving an injection…so, we shift the focus.  Once they understand that the 15 seconds worth of anxiety and potential discomfort they MAY receive during an injection is nothing compared to an hour of guaranteed discomfort from the cold water, air and drill…they change their tune.

And there are the patients who during a childhood dental visit had a bad reaction to "novocaine" and believe they are allergic to epinephrine and do not wish to use any anesthesia.  A simple explanation usually clears this up.  Most patients who claim allergies to epinephrine most likely suffer from an allergy to the preservatives in the anesthesia instead of the epi itself.  Some patients mistake the side effects or their sensitivities to epinephrine as an allergy as well.  The fact is its almost impossible to be allergic to epinephrine (adrenaline) since your body produces it naturally and its required for you to function properly.

When it comes to your dental comfort, your dentist almost always is more concerned about you than you are.  If you are one of those people whom I've listed above, speak openly with your dentist about your anesthesia concerns.  If he feels that your procedure can be completed in a sufficient amount of comfort for the both of you, he may have no issues with forgoing the use of anesthesia.  However, always listen to his "If it were me…this is what I would do" suggestions.  After all, you don't want to be a pain to your dentist, nor does he want to be a pain to you!

If you have a particular topic that you would like her to discuss, please drop her an email by clicking here.


Keeping Fit with Jourdin Hendershot:

Jourdin

Diabetes - Diabetes Mellitus

Diabetes Mellitus is a very serious health condition that can lead to many health related problems.  Diabetes Mellitus is broken down into three main categories.

Diabetes Mellitus type one (DM1), also known as juvenile diabetes, is an insulin-dependent chronic (lifelong) disease that occurs when the pancreas produces too little insulin to regulate blood sugar levels.  Diabetes Mellitus type two (DM2) is non-insulin-dependent and occurs when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin requiring the patient to have regular monitoring.  Gestational Diabetes is a form of diabetes that is diagnosed in the first part of pregnancies.

Diabetes Mellitus is a disease that has multiple affects on a person‘s body.  I‘m going to focus on the similarities and differences of all three types of diabetes.  Diabetes Mellitus type one (DM1) results in high blood sugar levels.  Diabetes Mellitus type two (DM2) caused by the response to high sugar levels.


Gestational Diabetes is commonly detected in women in the first part of their pregnancies.  (DM1) and (DM2) are very similar because both are considered a genetic disease.  Some conditions that could possibly develop with Diabetes Mellitus could be; severe urinary tract infections, kidney disease and eye diseases including cataracts.

Type one diabetes (DM1) usually affects people under thirty years old and many times young children.  This is usually always insulin dependent.  Type two diabetes (DM2) affects people over the age of forty years old and is considered non-insulin dependent.  Sometimes if it's not controlled properly with exercise and diet, may become insulin dependent.  Gestational Diabetes affects pregnant women in their first part of pregnancy and usually only lasts the duration of the pregnancy.  These three types of diabetes can differ in symptoms.  (DM1) has symptoms such as vomiting, pain, and rapid breathing.  (DM2) has symptoms such as slow healing of the skin, and blurred vision.  Gestational Diabetes has symptoms of being very tired, increased thirst, frequent urination and high blood pressure.

Different forms of treatment for diabetes is dependent upon which type of diabetes are being treated.  (DM1) is treated with the use of an insulin injection, usually with every main meal, while (DM2) is treated with an oral medication.  Treatment for Gestational Diabetes would be going to a clinic for regular follow up visits, a moderate exercise program and eating a very strict diet.  Optimal treatments for all three forms of diabetes would be to control the glucose in the body, with a well balanced diet such as veggies, fruit and whole grains.

If you have questions you would like to discuss with Jourdin, feel free to drop her an email by clicking here.


Southern Comfort with Auntie Que:

Now that the holidays are over some of us still look forward to a nice hot dinner on these cold days.  May I suggest?

Charleston Gumbo

Ingredients
  • 1 sm onion

  • 1 bell pepper

  • 2 cloves of garlic

  • 2 8oz cans of whole tomatoes

  • 1/2 lb of okra (optional)

  • 1 lb of sausages - (smoked pre-cooked Beef or Pork) Hot links will also work well

  • 1 lb of shrimp

  • 4 tbs gumbo file - (seasoning available at most stores)

  • 1/4 Cup of bacon grease or olive oil
For the Rue
  • 1/4 cup of Flour

  • 1/2 stick of butter

  • 1/2 cup of water
Saute onions, bell pepper and garlic in bacon grease or olive oil.  Add tomatoes and let cook slowly for 15 minutes stirring often.  Add a little water if necessary to prevent sticking.  Add the Rue, sausages, shrimp and okra and cook for another 15 minutes on low heat.  Salt and pepper to taste.  As an option you can add crab legs.

Serve over rice and enjoy!


To your health:

Toothpaste Confusion?

With the plethora of paste choices in the aisles of today's drugstores, its no surprise that people get confused as to which toothpastes to buy.  So let's break it down for you…in layman's terms.

Tartar control Toothpaste: Does not remove tartar, it helps prevent it.  Only a dental professional can remove the tartar from your teeth.

Whitening Toothpaste: Does not whiten teeth.  This is proven.  These toothpastes contain a mild abrasive that works to remove surface stains on teeth (all toothpastes are designed to do this) but have absolutely no effect on the color of the teeth themselves.  In our opinion this is strictly a marketing tool.

Sensitivity Toothpastes: Great for people with sensitivities to acidic, hot or cold, however, these kinds of toothpastes do not work overnight.  Repetitive consistent use for about 4-6 weeks is required to feel the results.

Natural Fluoridated Toothpastes: Great for persons who do not want any of the unpronounceable additives in their products and alcohol free.  All natural ingredients.

Baking Soda/Peroxide Toothpastes: Baking soda does not replace fluoride and has no clinical properties that are proven to reduce tartar or prevent decay.  Peroxide based toothpastes are primarily best for candidates with heavy coffee or tea stains, as it has an oxidizing effect that helps dissolves those tough stains.

If you have any questions about what toothpaste you should be using, ask your dentist or hygienist.  They tend to have the most accurate and up to date information on all the dental products out there and can direct you to the one that would be the most suitable for you.

The above health material is provided as an information service.  It should not be used for diagnostic purposes nor is it intended to take the place of the important relationship between you and your doctor.


A question from a member:

Question; 

What exactly is the 30 Day Money Back Guarantee?

Savon's Answer:

If you visit a Network Preferred Provider and find that you do not realize the savings that we promise according to the Fee Schedule for your State, Savon Dental Plan© will refund your membership fee.

Please Note:  If you are unhappy with the Network Preferred Provider that you have chosen, or you disagree with the treatment plan that has been presented to you, you may select another provider or contact our Customer Care Center for assistance in obtaining a second opinion.

To request a refund under this guarantee, send us a copy of your treatment plan and/or paid itemized statement.  Our provider relations will review the fees and if the fees are in excess of the fee schedule, a credit for the difference will be issued by the Network Preferred Provider or a refund of your membership dues will be issued by Savon.  Dissatisfaction with the provider is not a consideration under this guarantee.

If you need a copy of this guarantee, it can be found on our benefits page


News You Can Use:  News From Inside Your Dental Plan

Refer a Friend;  Get Your Membership for Free?

Savon‘s referral program is in full force!  That‘s right!  Any member who refers another member that joins the plan can earn up to 3 free months on the plan per referral!  It‘s as easy as it sounds!!

If you are referring a member to Savon Dental Plan make sure you tell them to mention your name on their application, to the customer service representative if they choose to enroll by phone and under the promo code section of the online application.  Once the application is processed showing your name as the referred by, your free months of membership will be added to your plan!

So don‘t be shy, go on and share your awesome plan savings with your friends, family and co-workers!


Fun Facts

All About the Randomness

  • When you sneeze, all bodily functions stop…  even your heart!

  • Babies are born without kneecaps.  They don't appear until they are 2-6 years old.

  • The average person over fifty will have spent 5 years waiting in lines.

  • The average computer user blinks 7 times a minute.  (Did you just blink?)

  • If coloring weren't added to Coca-Cola, it would be green.

  • The longest one-syllable word in the English language is "screeched."

  • There are 336 dimples on a regulation golf ball.

  • The average person's left hand does 56% of the typing.

  • 40,000 Americans are injured by toilets each year.

  • There are 293 ways to make change for a dollar.
Come back for more in next months issue!


Dental Talk - a member blog forum

Blogging

Come blog with us!  Dental Talk with Savon is a fun forum to post your interesting topics!
Your comments are welcome, it‘s free to use and no membership is required.

Some of the topics include;


These are just a few of the topics.  Our blog site contains many other interesting topics.  Please join us!!


An Ink Splat..Straight Off The Press:

Savon “Q” Print is the only place you need to call!!

We will handle ALL your printing needs..  including:

  • Business Cards

  • Letterhead & Envelopes

  • Office Forms

  • Postcards & Door Hangers

  • Flyers & Brochures

  • Scratch Pads

  • 2,3 & 4 Part NCR Forms

  • Signs & Banners

  • Bindery Services
and so much more

We put the word PERSONAL back into the phrase “Personal Customer Service”

Call Clayton (TR) at Savon Q Print today!

Corporate Office: 602-841-3494
Print Shop Office: 602-449-7801
Email: Qprint@savondentalplan.com Call TR at Savon Q Print today!

Office: 602-841-3494
Cell: 602-488-4500
Email: Qprint@savondentalplan.com


Great Gift Idea for Birthdays, Anniversaries, or any occasion!

Savon Dental Plan has partnered up with SwartzGolf to offer you Golf Lessons with PGA Professional Instructor Dave Swartz at one SWINGIN deal!

Arizona Members can purchase gift certificates for:

  • one (1) - one hour lesson with Dave for $35.00
  • OR
  • four (4) - one hour lessons with Dave for $100.00.
This offer is only valid for existing Savon members, however, the recipient of the gift certificates can be anyone!

For more information please call Savon's Customer Service Department at 602-841-3494 or Dave Swartz at 602-430-3379!

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