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by ALEX TRENTON DENTURIST Creating confident smiles since 1982. Alexander Trenton, DD, F.C.A.D. (A) Denturist Georgetown Denture Clinic, 18 Church Street, Georgetown, Ontario (905) 877-2359 (Across from the Library and Cultural Centre) Tooth Chatter QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Q: I believe that I require new dentures but Im concerned how my appearance will be changed? A: At the Denture Clinic we always go through a Wax Try-In stage. The selected teeth are set up in a wa base and fitted in your mouth. You then have the opportunity to see, in a mirror, exactly how the denture will appear, before it is completed. As the teeth are only in wax at this stage, we have the liberty to move the teeth about, or even change the particular tooth selection. We never go beyond this step until we have accomplished exactly the natural, pleasing appearance you desire. Q: What is a permanent processed reline/rebase? A: A processed reline/rebase is a way of re-basing your denture from the same type of long care acrylic from which it was originally made. This will make the denture fit more snugly to your ridge. Q: Will it change the appearance of my teeth? A: No, it only re-fits the denture to your ridge, no change of tooth position takes place. Q: What are soft, or cushion relines? A: A permanent soft rubber lining is applied to the lower denture inside ridge. Soft, or cushion relines are excellent alternatives for those who have sensitive oral tissue and tend to get frequent sore spots. A properly applied soft lining can provide years of comfortable chewing and smiling. www.georgetowndentureclinic.com By Cory Soal R.H.A.D. . . . Lend Me Your Ears We care about your hearing! Professional Arts Building 99 Sinclair Ave., Suite 210 Georgetown (905) 873-6642 Noise induced hearing loss is insidious because its invisible; we dont necessarily know its happening to us and the damage is permanent. The two factors that cause no ise induced hearing loss are the intensity of sound and the duration of sound - often we dont protect ourselves from either. We risk permanent hear ing loss when we re regular ly exposed to sounds of 110 decibels or greater - a power saw, a rock and roll concert - for more than one minute at a time. Exposure to such noise is like wearing a path through a fine carpet: your inner ear contains minute hair cells which help transmit sound to your brain, and every loud sound or session with the leaf blower is similar to parading heavy feet back and forth on those hairs. Eventually, the wear and tear is permanent and cant be reversed. Several studies indicate this wear and tear is showing up at younger ages, due mainly to the noise we listen to for fun. A study of 15 -23-year olds by researchers recently confirmed higher levels of hearing loss among youth due to exposure to rock concerts, discos, car and home stereos and Walkmans. Of course, you can sustain as much damage listening to Beethoven as Oasis if you pump up the volume. The Georgetown Safety is Childs Play Protect your child from dangerous situations on the playground by following these safety tips: Always supervise children at the playground. Make sure children are playing with age- appropriate equipment. Ensure that a soft surface surrounds all playground equipment to cushion potential falls. Check all equipment to make sure it is firmly anchored and functioning properly. 14 Independent & Free Press, Wednesday, May 7, 2008 This week, local naturopathic medicine profes- sional celebrate Naturopathic Medicine Week (May 4-11). One of four Doctors of Naturopathic Medicine in Halton Hills, Nicole Meier of the Georgetown Naturopathic Wellness Centre explained about the importance of the week at a recent council meeting. With our focus on disease prevention and health promotion, were working very hard to improve the health of the citizens of Halton Hills, she said. The busy clinic, she said, are a testament to the acceptance of the naturopathic medicine in this town: Dr. J. Fitzgerald Eagan at Lifestyle Family Wellness; Meier and Dr. Cathy Kuindersma at Georgetown Naturopathic Wellness Centre and Dr. Julia Fountain at HealthSpan Naturopathic. Naturopathic medicine has been regulated in the province since 1925, said Meier. To become a ND, persons must complete a three-year pre-medical course at a recognized university, followed by full- time training at an accredited college of naturopathic medicine. Then they must pass intensive regulatory board exams standard across North America. Today (Wednesday), the four doctors will be hosting Tea with an ND, 7-8 p.m. at the Georgetown branch of the Halton Hills Library. The public is wel- come to come with their questions and meet the four, find out more about ND and enjoy teas and healthy snacks. NDs celebrate Naturopathic Medicine Week Continued from pg. 10 Saturday, May 10 Trees for Acton: Protect Our Water and Environmental Resources (POWER) is holding a huge community day event- 1,000 Trees for Acton. Plant a tree for Mother Earth and Mothers Day (the next day); nature hikes; birds of prey. Family and children welcome. The event will be held behind the Acton Arena and Community Centre on Queen St. (Hwy. 7), 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bottle drive: Halton Hills Hawks Girls Fastball Novice 94 team will be holding a bottle drive in Georgetown South area, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Girls will be going door-to-door to collect empty beer and wine bottles. Anyone wishing to make a dona- tion that does not live in the Georgetown South area or will not be available on that date, can call 905-702- 5314 to arrange a bottle pickup. Mens Toonie Breakfast: 8:30-9:30 a.m. at Bethel Church, Acton (across from Home Hardware). Heres your chance to meet a bunch of guys and have a great meal, all for $2! Market Stall: fundraiser, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at St. Johns United Church, 11 Guelph St. Perennials, new books, baked goods, jams, gently used garage sale items. Join us for coffee and muffins while you shop. Synchro Halton Hills: proudly present its 14th annual Showcase finale, So, you think you can swim?, 7 p.m. at the Georgetown Indoor Pool. Tickets are $5/ seating limited. Info: 416-877-2460. Spring bazaar: hosted by the Acton Seniors Centre, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Acton Arena & Community Centre. Crafts, baking, plants, penny table, draws and lunch available. Info: 519-853-5951. Yard Sale: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Georgetown Hospital courtyard. Free parking. Community Unity Day: 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Cedarvale Park. Activities include seniors tea room, barbecue hot dogs and drinks, games, crafts, face painting, balloons and bands. This free event is host- ed by the Georgetown and Area Ministerial Association. Garage/Plant/Bake and Quilt Sale: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. rain or shine at Ballinafad United Church, 14369 Trafalgar Rd. N. Barbecue, breakfast and lunch. Well-loved treasures, Mothers Day gifts. Plant sale: Get your garden ready with your first stop at the popular Acton Horticultural Societys Annual Plant Sale in the olde Hide House parking lot. Bake sale/luncheon: Salvation Army Acton Community Church will be holding a bake sale and soup/sandwich luncheon at the church, 114 Mill St., E. in Acton, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. All funds will go to Overseas Missions. Just in time to get tasty, home- baked treats for mom on Mothers Day. Songs for Hope: 2 p.m. to midnight at the Ballinafad Community Centre. There will be an open stage set up outside/inside. Barbecues will be available for people to cook their own food. Info: Wendi/Hugh, 519-853-1383 or by e-mail, hhunter@thetank.biz; tickets go fast. (For more details see story, pg. 17). Sunday, May 11 Bruce Trail hike: Level 1, 10 km car pool hike along the side of Grindsone Creek in Waterdown. This is a full day hike and we will visit a local pub in Waterdown for refreshments at the end. Depart at 9:30 a.m. from the Georgetown Market Place parking lot between Zellers and the grey medical building. Leader: Maureen, 905-873-9757 mosmith@cogeco.ca Gardening workshop: A Gardens Four Seasons- The First Plant, 1-3 p.m. at the Willow Park Ecology Centre, off Mary St. in Norval. Hands-on practice at choosing, planting and caring for your seedlings. On Saturday May 10, the George- town Hospital will be having its first annual yard sale in the hospital court- yard. The sale will be held between the hours of 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. During these hours the parking gates will be lifted, allowing sale goers to park for free. The yard sale is being hosted by the Georgetown Hospital Volunteer Association (GHVA). The objective of the GHVA is to raise funds for the bet- terment of the hospital. Proceeds raised from this event will be donated directly to the hospital, to enhance patient comfort and care. A portion of last years fundraising efforts are responsible for the purchase and installation of the new automatic sliding doors at the hospitals front entrance. Yard sale to raise funds for hospital Community Calendar