Austin’s 8th Annual Community Feast

On Thursday, November 15^th citizens of Austin will come together for Thanksgiving dinner at its 8^th annual community feast.  The event is free to the public but financial gifts can be made. Bring your family and friends and celebrate with the Austin community all you have to be thankful for this holiday season. The feast will be held at Givens Recreations Center from 6:00pm- 8:30pm. 

For more information, please visit http://www.austintexas.gov/event/givens-recreation-center-thanksgiving-dinner. 

Dental Tip - Flossing

Flossing is one of the most effective methods of keeping your teeth and gums healthy yet many overlook it. Don’t skip this step in your oral routine. Follow these simple rules for proper flossing techniques: (www.mayoclinic.com)

·         Don't skimp. Break off about 18 inches (46 centimeters) of dental floss. Wind most of the floss around the middle finger on one hand, and the rest around the middle finger on the other hand — leaving about 1 inch (3 centimeters) to floss your first tooth.

·         Take it one tooth at a time. Use your thumbs and forefingers to gently pull the floss from the gumline to the top of the tooth to scrape off plaque. Rub the floss against all sides of the tooth. Unwind to fresh floss as you progress to the next tooth.

·         Keep it up. If you have trouble getting floss through your teeth, try the waxed variety. If it's hard to manipulate the floss, use a floss holder or an inter-dental cleaner — such as a dental pick or stick designed to clean between the teeth.

NAMIWalk Austin 5K

Join others is raising awareness and help build better lives for millions of Americans affected by mental illness. The organization NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) will be having their 7^th Annual NAMI Austin Walk on Saturday, October 6^th. Last year the Austin walk had over 2,000 walkers and raised over $200,000 for NAMI’s programs.

For more information and to learn more about how you can help, visit http://www.namiaustin.org/namiwalks/

LEGO KidsFest is Coming to Austin

This weekend, bring your kids to experience the creative, hand-on fun of LEGO building and activities. Held at the Austin Convention Center, children of all ages are welcome and so are builders of all skills and interests. Sure to be fun for the entire family, LEGO KidsFest will span over Friday, Saturday, and Sunday and will offer various activities and entertainment.  A tentative schedule is as follows:

Friday, August 31
4 pm - 8:30 pm

Saturday, September 1
Session I: 9 am – 1:30 pm
Session II: 3 pm – 7:30 pm

Sunday, September 2
Session I: 9 am – 1:30 pm
Session II: 3 pm – 7:30 pm

(Note: Each session offers the same exhibits and activities)

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit: http://www.legokidsfest.com/austin/index.html

Back to School Dental Tips

It’s that time again! Summer has come and gone, but now we have to get our kids ready for a new school year. With the hustle and bustle of school supplies, schedules, and after school activities don’t forget the health checklist. A dental exam is on the top of many parents’ back to school checklist.  One of the main causes why children miss school is because of a toothache. There are several things you can do to keep your child’s teeth healthy in between dental visits.

1.       Brushing- Look for a tooth paste with fluoride in it and brush for at least 2 minutes

2.       Flossing- If your child does not have all of their permanent teeth, brushing usually takes care of the flossing part. Flossing becomes more and more important as your child grows and gets their permanent teeth.

3.       Diet- Watching what your kids eat and drink can help keep their teeth healthy. Candy, sugar, and acidic foods can cause serious wear and tear on their teeth. Try to squeeze in crunchy veggies and swap out sodas and sugary drinks for water whenever possible

Lakeway Smiles wishes everyone a happy and safe school year!

Austin Fashion Week

Calling all fashionistas out there!! Next week is Austin Fashion Week and events will be held every night from Friday, August 10^th- Saturday, August 18^th! Come check out some amazing local talent along with, great food and drinks, and discover new and classic trends in fashion.  From its inception in 2009, Austin Fashion Week has grown into a huge and popular showcase with over 80 events spread out over the week.

For more information and a full schedule of events, visit http://fashionweekaustin.com/

How Often Do You Brush?

Everyone is different and takes care of their teeth in diverse ways. But have you ever asked yourself, “How often do I really need to brush my teeth?” Most people assume twice a day is enough to maintain a healthy smile. The American Dental Association recommends brushing twice a day is the minimum you need to sustain your oral health. One of those brushings should be before you sleep. If you snack and drink throughout the day, plaque, bacteria, and acidic foods are harmful to your teeth and gums. In these instances it is extremely beneficial to brush after each meal.  

Also, drinking plenty of water can help reduce the production of harmful acids. Each individual decides how little or how much they brush, but if you keep the details above in mind, you can effectively decide when you need to brush. Also, combined with flossing and mouthwash, you can effectively maintain healthy teeth and gums.

Happy 4th of July Austin!

I’m sure everyone is excited about the mid-week holiday! In case you’re looking for a way to celebrate, check out The Austin Symphony Orchestra which features patriotic music, the 1812 Overture and spectacular fireworks over Lady Bird Lake.

 The ASO will begin performing at 8:30PM and fireworks will take place from 9:30PM-10:00PM. The event is free and open to the public located at Auditorium Shores. No matter how you plan to celebrate, Everyone here at Lakeway Smiles would like to wish you and your family a safe and happy 4^th of July. 

Enter Our Summer Giveaway

This summer you have the chance to win a KINDLE FIRE! Just visit our Google Places listing and write us a review. Then, shoot us an email with a link to your review. You will be automatically entered into a drawing for the Kindle Fire.  The drawing will be at the end of July and two winners will be chosen, so be sure to get your review in by July 31^st.

Even if you have written us a review before, you can still enter our contest by reviewing us on Google Places. We would love to hear your feedback, so be sure to enter soon! 

STEP 1:

If you have visited either of our locations, please review us:

Downtown Office: https://plus.google.com/117487729041567203653

Lakeway Office: https://plus.google.com/108331181192477132958

STEP 2:

Email us with a link to review:

Email: Team@LakewaySmiles.com

Subject: Kindle Fire