Praise God, prayers have been answered! Stacy’s PET Scan is CLEAN! Read her post here: http://dld.bz/nuvn
Thank you all so much for your prayers. Please continue to pray they will find what is causing her problem, but thank God it’s not cancer!
Tags: stacy oller forrestPET Scan has been moved up to Thursday July 22 at 10:30 am. You can read Stacy’s latest Caring Bridge Blog post here http://dld.bz/nmed Please keep her (and the family) in your prayers! Thanks so much.
No tags for this post.Continued prayers for Stacy Oller Forrest – PET Scan is scheduled Thursday 22 @ 2:30 at Duke. Read Stacy’s Caring Bridge Blog entry: http://dld.bz/neu9
Thank you all so much for your words of encouragement, thoughts, support, and Prayers, they deeply appreciate them! We’ll keep you posted.
Livvie Matthews on behalf of Stacy and Brad
No tags for this post.As most of you know, shortly after the birth of their second son, Brady, Stacy (Dr Stacy Oller Forrest) was diagnosed with breast cancer and is a breast cancer survivor as of 2008.
Due to some recent problems she had been having, an MRI was done this past Thursday (July 15th).
The radiologist found questionable motteling in the bone of Stacy’s spine and considers possible recurrence of Metastatic cancer, however the oncologist at Duke and Dr David Kessler are not convinced Stacy’s symptoms are concurrent with a recurrent cancer as radiologist thought. Further scans must be done prior to a definitive diagnosis and possible bone marrow biopsy.
Both Stacy and Brad ask for thoughts, support, and continued prayers on their behalf. Brad is going on the mindset “it is not” until definitive proof otherwise and states Stacy is of the same mindset.
They ask for prayers that the MRI was an ‘over-read’ and for her symptoms to subside.
Please join and follow her on http://www.CaringBridge.org enter site: stacyforrest (all one word).
We will keep you posted!
No tags for this post.Have you ever wondered if your dentist is nuts about dental care for everyone…..including fido or fluffy? Well, the answer is yes. We have one furry child at home, a 9 year old golden retriever, and we do brush her teeth. Here is a cute video on how to take care of your pets dental health http://dld.bz/mnSZ
What about you, do you brush your dogs teeth?
No tags for this post.I know some of you can’t wait to get out of bed early and come see your dentist (certainly not because you want to get your appointment out of the way). Well, we heard your call and have new summer hours. On Thursdays we will begin seeing patients at 7am. We (well…. everyone but me) will be here bright and early waiting to see your smiling faces (I’ll wait to see them a little later in the day). We hope to see you all soon!
Stacy Oller Forrest
www.forrestandforrest.com
No tags for this post.We have returned home from a wonderful weekend in New York city. Brad took a dental course on laser dentistry. There are so many great applications that our patients can benefit from with use of the laser….quick healing of aphthous ulcers, pizza burns, cheek biting and fever blisters, removing the tissue that causes gaps between teeth, gum contouring for better cosmetic results, etc. While he was being educated on all the new advancements of laser dentistry, I was being educated on how to manage two young boys (5 and 2) in New York city. I’m not sure which one of us learned more over the weekend!
Stacy Oller Forrest, DMD
www.forrestandforrest.com
Do you ever get nervous just thinking about going to the dentist? Everyone knows that children are impressionable, and many people who avoid dental care as adults recall traumatic experiences at the dentist as children. Unfortunately, the absence of routine dental care can cause painful infections of the teeth and gums, broken and discolored teeth, and bad breath. With dentistry’s many advances, diagnosis and treatment gets more sophisticated and comfortable all the time.
It’s often best to share your anxiety. If you or your child is tense or anxious, tell your dentist and the dental staff. Getting your concerns out in the open will let your dentist adapt the treatment to your needs. Try to choose a time for your dental visit when you’re less likely to be rushed or under pressure. If the sound of the drill bothers you, bring a portable audio player and headset so you can listen to your favorite music. Our office does provide cordless headphones and a variety of music, but sometimes patients feel more comfortable with what they are use to. Having a television in the treatment room with an age appropriate station will help children with the clinical setting of the dental office. These are just a few positive techniques that work wonders for many. Try them on your next dental visit. If you have any questions, visit us at www.forrestandforrest.com.
article source:Perio.org
The test came back and it’s positive…you’re pregnant. You’ve probably heard a few old wives’ tales about pregnancy, including “A tooth lost for every child.” Although it seems far-fetched it actually is based loosely in fact. Your teeth and gums are affected by pregnancy, just as other tissues in your body. You may not be aware that the health of your gums may also affect the health of your baby-to-be.
About half of women experience pregnancy gingivitis. This condition can be uncomfortable and cause swelling, bleeding, redness or tenderness in the gum tissue. Conversely, a more advanced form of gum disease, periodontal disease, can destroy the fibers and bone that hold teeth in place and may affect the health of your baby.
Studies have shown a relationship between gum disease and preterm, low birth weight babies. In fact, pregnant women with gum disease may be seven times more likely to have a baby that’s born too early and too small. The likely culprit is a labor-inducing chemical found in oral bacteria called prostaglandin. Very high levels of prostaglandin are found in women with severe cases of gum disease. The good news is that gum disease is preventable and treatable. As you make your way through the “to-do’s” of pregnancy, remember to check off a visit to the dentist. This baby step benefits you and your unborn baby.
Article Source:Perio.org
Stacy Oller Forrest, DMD
www.forrestandforrest.com/blog
Tags: pregnancy, gums, periodontal disease
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