PAGE 1 ** ALLOW US TO INTRODUCE YOU TO 'NITROUS OXIDE' -- Often referred to as 'laughing gas.' **

Page 2:  The Lost Art of the Handwritten 'Thank You' Card: Discover the timeless value of a hand-written thank you card. With technology dominating interactions, it's become a rare gem in today's world. Unleash your inner creativity and show your appreciation in a unique way that will leave a lasting impression. Join the movement to revive this lost art and add a personal touch to patient care.

Page 3: Why You Need To Take Care of Your Sweetie On Valentine's Day: Valentine's Day is the perfect opportunity to show your significant other how much you value them. Taking care of your sweetheart is not only a sweet gesture, but it also strengthens your relationship. Here are five compelling reasons why it's essential to make your loved one feel special on this day: reaffirm your core values, showcase your personality, elevate your connection, share memorable moments, and prioritize patient care. Don't miss out on the chance to make this day unforgettable for your sweetheart!

PAGE 1 ** WE LIKE TO CALL ATLANTIC COAST PROSTHODONTICS OUR HOME AWAY FROM HOME **

Page 2:  How To Maximize Your Oral Goals With Us: We always like to publish a short checklist of things you can do to keep your oral health in tip-top shape. Please read our list. It promises to keep your smile happier and healthier in the years ahead.

Page 3: Helpful Home Uses For Floss. Besides Keeping Your Teeth Clean, There’s Nothing More Practical Than Dental Floss Around The House. Discover creative ways to use dental floss beyond just oral hygiene. Expand your knowledge with these unconventional tricks that will make you wonder why you haven't thought of them before. Join us in exploring the versatile and surprising uses of dental floss that reflect our core values of innovation, resourcefulness, and care.

PAGE 1 ** SANTA WHITSITT'S DENTAL LAB: THE BUSIEST WORKSHOP SOUTH OF THE NORTH POLE **

Page2: “Have you been naughty or nice to your teeth."  Check out the quick tips to keep your pearly whites in tip-top shape through the holidays. It's easy to do if you keep up with the little things you can do every day to keep your smile bright and healthy.  

Page 3: "What Family Means To Me During The Holidays." Family is an essential part of our lives. This year, during the Christmas holidays, we should take time to consider what family means and how it has impacted us over past years, as well as future generations' experiences with their families too!  Consider all your loved ones: parents/children, siblings-in-law, or nieces/nephews that live far away from you but remain an integral member nonetheless? What do they mean when they say "I love you" during the holidays?

PAGE 1 ** THE REAL REASON WE SERVE TURKEY ON THANKSGIVING  **

Page2: “A Touching Thanksgiving Story To Make You Feel Thankful."  Sometimes, we take being home for Thanksgiving for granted. It's not that easy for everybody. Here's a short heartwarming story about a young lady who didn't have a typical Thanksgiving but made the best of it given her situation.

Page 3: Our Own Layci Thomas Welcomes Her First Child Into The World." Our beloved Layci gave birth to her first child. We couldn't be happier for her and her family. Both mom and daughter are doing great, as the enclosed pictures will support.

We look forward to seeing Layci back in the office after the first of the year.

PAGE 1 ** DR. WHITSITT SAYS NOTHING'S MORE IMPORTANT THAN FINDING OUT WHAT'S MOST IMPORTANT TO HIS PATIENTS  **

Page2: “Do You Know The Worst Beverage To Your Teeth?"  Most people assume that coffee is the most impactful beverage to their teeth. That's a myth. The short little article will open your eyes about a subject little of us know much about. I think you might be surprise what researchers have determined.

Page 3: The Pandemic Has Taught Us Plenty. Most Of All, How To Live At Home." the dreaded Covid pandemic has played havoc on all of our lives. None of us expected to be living in our homes for weeks and in some cases months. But we learned a lot doing this. We also learned a lot about how to keep our home tidy especially our work area. This brief article offers some insightful tips. 

PAGE 1 ** DR. WHITSITT SPEAKS TO THE U OF FLA. COLLEGE OF DENTISTRY **

Page2: “Bad Breath. What Causes It and How to Get Rid of It"  bad breath. Yuck. Nobody wants it, and nobody wants to be around somebody with it. This article gives you some quick pointers on identifying with bad breath—the causes. And most importantly, how to get it solved and out of your life forever.

Page 3: What The Heck Is The Temporomandibular Joint?"  Many people do not connect the medical term temp. You will learn mandibular joint with dentistry. This is an area that Dr. Whitsitt specializes in. It has to do with pain and discomfort associated with the jaw muscles. Millions of Americans suffer from this and don't even know it. This article will open your eyes to the causes and more importantly how to eliminate it from your life.

PAGE 1 ** IS YOUR GLASS HALF FULL OR HALF EMPTY **

Page2: “Are You Teaching Your Children Good Dental Habits?"  What parent does not want their children to have beautiful, healthy teeth? Sometimes our best intentions don't play out the way we had hoped. We take our children's teeth for granted sometimes because they're young and healthy. But sugar and many of the foods young children eat can have long-term effects on their dental health.

Page 3: "Mental Health Day. What Is It And How Can I Benefit?"  We can hear the term mental health all the time, but what is it? When you pull the curtain back, it's a profound subject. We should all know more about one, but very few of us do. Here's a short article to give you insights into what good healthy mental health is like and how to achieve it.

PAGE 1 ** FIREWORKS BRINGS OUT THE BEST IN ALL OF US **

Page2: “How To Maximize Sunlight In Your Home."  Everybody likes a bright house. But that's easier said than done for a lot of people. Many older homes do not have big windows and rooms full of sunlight. This article will give you some tips on steps you can take to make your home brighter, in more ways than one. Some tips will save you a lot of money without a major renovation.

Page 3: Reducing Stress By Decluttering.  Nobody likes clutter, yet it seems like so many of us have our homes, and the garage is filled with things we don't need any longer. This short article opens your eyes to many possibilities to decluttering your home and office simple steps you can take to clean up the things in your home that your eyes have gotten so used to you no longer even seeing it. Say goodbye to a cluttered house.

PAGE 1 ** Dr. Whitsitt's editorial on Father's Day **

Page2: “Not All Answering Machines Are Created Equal."  Who likes answering machines? Not many people can say they do. We can say we love our answering machine, and most patients say the same thing. It's allowed them to have closer contact with us, especially during non-office hours.  Technology has allowed us to keep things more accessible; and more personable. It's a "Smart" answering machine. It does more than the term says. Try it out. We think you'll be pleasantly surprised. 

Page 3: Vertigo.  Our second article on this vital subject. This time we reached out to a therapist who specializes in the area of vertigo. She works for a local organization that helps patients who suffer from this dreaded disease. She gives some great pointers about how you can avoid getting dizziness. And if you do have it, how to gain control of it. Good article. Well worth your time.  

PAGE 1 ** IF WE HAD A CONTEST FOR THE BEST PATIENT -- YOU WOULD WIN **

Page2: “The Things That Make Mother's Day So Special”  Someone once said, "You only get one Mother." It's a big statement, but true. Our moms should get more recognization than they do. It's a special day when we can recognize all the good our moms are in our lives.  This article presents a brief overview of what Mother's Day means to most of us. Hopefully, you can say the same in your situation. 

Page 3: Vertigo.  Our second article on this important subject. This time we reached out to a therapist who specializes in the area of vertigo. She works for a local organization that helps patients who suffer from this dreaded disease. She gives some great pointers about how you can avoid getting vertigo. And if you do have it, how to get control of it. Good article. Well worth your time.  

** EASTER 2021. DETAILS ON PAGE 1 **

Page2: “How To Improve Your Mental Health”  We all talk about our mental health, but not enough of us understands how we think. Many books have been written on the subject. This little article will give you the tips and suggestions for better mental health. Ways to improve how you think. 

Page 3: Vertigo.  Vertigo is something many people suffer from. The problem is very few people understand what causes it and how to solve the problem when you get it. This article gives you insights on what to look for. We reached out to a local vertigo therapist for her thoughts on the subject. You may find what she says surprising. 

** St. Patrick's Day 2021. DETAILS ON PAGE 1 **

Page2: “5 Ballroom Dancing Has Many Benefits. Just Ask or Patient and Friend” Kristi Monahan is our friend. She's also one of our patients. In this month's newsletter, Kristi has a great story that ties in with a situation with her teeth that Dr. Whitsitt solved. And how she took up ballroom dancing and became a winner of a state dancing competition.  

Page 3: We Have A New 3D Scanner. Dental scanners aren't exactly the most exciting subject to talk about for most people. However, it's nice to have a state-of-the-art scanner on hand when you need dental procedures done right. That's what we've done for our patients. This article explains how we use it and benefit our patients who need it. 

** DON'T LET YOUR INSURANCE BENEFITS RUN OUT. DETAILS ON PAGE 1 **

Page 3: “5 Home Decor Mistakes to Avoid.” Getting ready to upgrade your home? Do you know how to do it? Many people take on these projects with little understanding of the secrets of good home decorating. Most people do it by the seat of their pants. In other words, they go by "feel." That's not always a good idea, as this article explains.  

Page 2: Good Oral Health. Good oral health doesn't happen automatically. It takes not just consistent work but also knowing what to do and how to do it. This short article will give you some quick tips about how to keep your mouth, teeth, and gums healthy and happy. Diseases you need to be aware of. Tips and suggestions to keep you comfortable and healthy. Your smile is too important to ignore.   

** TIME TO TURN THE PAGE ON 2020. DETAILS ON PAGE 1 **

Page 3: For The Love of The Game. One of our beloved patients plays tennis. She plays tennis well. He even wins a few tournaments. Nothing too strange about that, right? Well, what if we told you she was 80! It's true, and she is still competitive. This is a story worth reading.  It gets better. She's had hip replacement surgery. 

Page 4: The Power of a Smile: We know looks shouldn’t be everything, but society
that means helping them understand how to love how they look or ensuring they don’t have dental problems that make them feel uncomfortable about themselves.
A Confident Smile Builds Self-Esteem
Kids can have their self-esteem reduced around every corner, even at an early age. They should never be forced to suffer from poor self-esteem due to a flawed smile. A beautiful smile can boost a child’s confidence in many ways. Plus, a healthy smile means fewer dental complications as they age.

** DON'T LET YOUR INSURANCE BENEFITS RUN OUT. DETAILS ON PAGE 1 **

Page 2: “Hey Hey, We’re The Monkees.” One of our patients, Troy Reins, enjoyed a personal friendship with Davy Jones of the Monkees. He offered to share his story in our newsletter.  A a great story about one our patient and his relationship with one of the most iconic names in music and entertainment from the 60's.

Page 3: TMJ disorders are common. They occur when something goes wrong with your jaw joints or jaw muscles. Often times, this happens because of a jaw injury,inflammation such as arthritis, or overuse. Dr. Whitsitt treats a lot of patients who have oral facial pain in the tempomadibular joints. Patients with TMJ have one, or all three of these symptoms. 

Watch out for dental offices charging 'COVID-19 fees' on Page 1   

Page 2: Do you or your partner snore? Why would a prosthodontist know why you snore. Dr. Whitsitt explains why snoring is so bad for your health. He will open your eyes to reasons why you snore and what you can do about solving this problem.  

Page 3: Want to be a part of our Client Referral Program? Our article on page 3 explains what CRP is all about and why it helps you in the long run.

More good news about all the growth in our office. New staff member and new technology.
 

Page 2: Great article about our dental hygienist, Jennifer Fazio. The coronavirus has changed the way Jennifer cares for you. Read about the changes you can expect the next time Jennifer give you a cleaning.

Page 3: 10 great tips to keep your A C unit pumping out ice cold air this summer. You don't want to get caught with an overworked air conditioning unit. 

No more quarantining. The COVID-19 threat is easing up. Read about the lastest changes to our office and how it affects you.

Page 2: We’ve launched a new ‘text and email’ system for you. A better way to keep you informed about upcoming patient appointments.

Page 3: Frank Sinatra sang about them. Regrets. Do you have a few? Read what those who’ve been there and what regrets they have, and you can avoid. 

No more quarantining. The COVID-19 threat is easing up. Read about the lastest changes to our office and how it affects you.

Page 2: We’ve launched a new ‘text and email’ system for you. A better way to keep you informed about upcoming patient appointments.

Page 3: Frank Sinatra sang about them. Regrets. Do you have a few? Read what those who’ve been there and what regrets they have, and you can avoid. 

In times of need good people come together. In this month's edition of New Smiles Gazette we share stories that will restore your famith in mankind. 

Page 2: Parents have to work from home. They also have to be teachers to their kids. How do they do it? Tips on how to make it all come together  

Page 3: It's Spring. Time for some handy gardening tips.

In this issue of the New Smiles Gazette the focus is the coronavirus.  We are taking every precaution to protect you against the spread of the coronavirus. 

Page 2: Did you know you have a moral obligation to be happy? It's true. We decide how happy we want to be. It's not up to anyone else. This article explains the benefits of being happy. Happiness is contagious.  

In this issue of the New Smiles Gazette the focus is the coronavirus.  We are taking every precaution to protect you against the spread of the coronavirus. 

Page 2: Did you know you have a moral obligation to be happy? It's true. We decide how happy we want to be. It's not up to anyone else. This article explains the benefits of being happy. Happiness is contagious.  

Everybody wants to be positive. But what are the benefits of thinking positive. They are many and in our newsletter we only talk about the positive side of life.  No negative news here.

Page 3: New findings in walking. Doctors say it's a myth. You don't need to walk 10,000 steps a day to get amazing health benefits from walking.

It's 2020. Time to turn the page to a brand new year.

What are your goals? In this issue of New Smiles Gazette we share keys to setting up goals. More importatnly, how to reach them. 

Page 2: Dr. Whitsitt helps patients restore their confidence if they have dealing with oral cancer. He gives them the opportunity to live normal lives again.