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14 - The Oakville Beaver Weekend, Saturday November 1, 2008 www.oakvillebeaver.com SPRIGGS INSURANCE BROKERS LIMITED 159 CHURCH ST. OAKVILLE, ON L6J 1N1 Oakville (905) 844-9232 Burlington (905) 681-4035 Mississauga (905) 798-7527 Fax (905) 845-1634 Web: www.spriggs.ca p gg E-mail: info@spriggs.ca p gg Done Right The First Time Q: Why should I hire a handyman? stretched for time, and the seemingly A: Face it. Most of us areare put on the backburner. For a lot of small household jobs people, it hits all at once just how much they have neglected their home, and they are then faced with what seems a daunting task to put the house in order. Our homes are our biggest investments, so it's important to protect them. House upkeep and maintenance is an important aspect of preserving the equity in your home. In addition to being an affordable alternative for your home repairs, Master Handyman is a convenient way to improve your home's value. We will help keep your home safe and secure. It keeps you and your family healthy. We will save you money by allowing you to fix problems before they get bigger. Ultimately, this effort protects your financial investment. Dr. Rosenblat D.D.S. Hopedale Shopping Centre Suite 220, 2nd Floor 905-827-0301 Q: Why does my neighbour pay less than I'm paying? Q: A: My son had his braces removed and there were white spots and stripes on his teeth that were not there before the braces. Can they be removed? Braces make keeping teeth clean difficult. Soft bacterial plaque (what tooth brushing is supposed to remove) is hard to remove around braces. The accumulated bacteria have time to produce acids when exposed to sugars. This demineralizes tooth enamel. At first the demineralization changes the enamel to what you see as "white spots". If the demineralization continues, a hole or cavity in the enamel is formed. A fairly new treatment for this is to use a medication called MI PasteTM or RecaldentTM. This Casein phosphopeptide (CPP) a milk derived protein able to bind calcium and phosphate. When applied to teeth and MI PasteTM will remineralize the white spot areas and remove most and possibly all white spots. In fact using this treatment during the entire time a child has braces can help prevent plaque from being able to accumulate. It will also remineralize or reverse any areas that have started to decalcify and prevent any from occuring. We now have a therapy to reverse decay early on! This treatment is very safe, is done in dental office and at home. This therapy can also help with other causes of tooth discolouration and sensitivity. Great things start with a warm healthy smile. the dentist@dentistry4.com www.dentistry4.com are based on two main A: Auto insurance premiumson you, your age, drivfactors. The first is based ing and insurance experience, where you live and how you use your vehicle. The second is based on the actual vehicle make, model and year. Vehicles have rate groups for Collision (the cost of repairs), Comprehensive (theft, vandalism and fire damage) and Accident Benefits (the construction of the vehicle for your safety in the event of a collision). These rate groups are set by a governing body and are accepted by all insurance companies. Premiums do vary with each company... another reason to call us for a comparison quote. With homes, age, insurance experience, territory as well as the replacement value of the building will also be a contributing factor in the premium. In addition, you may qualify for further discounts if you have your home and auto insured with the same insurance company. "For past questions and answers in Ask the Professionals, please contact us." info@masterhandyman.ca 416-891-JOBS (5627) Making Lives Better One Visit At A TimeTM Nurse Next Door Home Healthcare Inc. 481 North Service Rd. W. A4, Oakville, ON Ashley Johnson Office: 905.257.3452 Website: www.nursenextdoor.com Lori Paton RN, RRT Nurse Next Door's services range from a 3 hour a week concierge service to an onsite 24 hr per day Registered Nurse. 905-847-2210 Q: How do I clean kitchen cabinets? cabinets are factory manufactured A: Most enough varnish or other protective and finished, and even wooda cabinets have coating so that you can use cleaning solution. The oil slick that builds up on cabinets - especially around the handles - is a combination of kitchen grease, food smears, skin oil and hand lotion transferred to the cabinet. If your cabinets are plastic laminate (formica or other plastic), metal, painted metal or glass, you can wash them all over with a heavy-duty cleaner. Mix according to directions and apply the solution with a sponge. Let it sit a minute or two, then take a white, nylon-backed sponge and scrub wherever necessary. Remove the grimy suds from the sponge by squeezing it into the sink or a slop bucket, never back into your cleaning solution. Then rinse with a damp cloth and wipe dry with a terry cleaning cloth to remove any last traces of scum and leave the cupboards clean and glowing. Never use acids or powdered cleansers on cabinets. A good overall washing a couple of times a year should be enough. Keep a spray bottle of all-purpose cleaner handy the rest of the time and spot-clean after heavy kitchen use. On wooden cabinets, take a gentler approach. To get off stubborn dirt, wash around all handles and any other grease zones first with hand dishwashing detergent. Then wash the entire cabinet, including the handle areas, with an oil soap solution (such as Murphy's Oil Soap). Just wipe lightly with the solution and buff dry immediately with a terry cleaning cloth. Always wipe dry with any grain or pattern. NOVEMBER IS FALL PREVENTION MONTH AT NURSE NEXT DOOR The statistics regarding seniors' falls are alarming: 33% of older adults living at home fall each year 85% of injury related hospital admissions in seniors are the result of falls 90% of hip fractures are the result of falls Nurse Next Door is giving back to the community it serves through its annual Fall Prevention Week, offering free home safety inspections to local seniors. We are making the lives of local seniors safer by checking their homes for typical fall hazards. The majority of senior falls are preventable. Here are some additional tips to minimize your risk. · Eat well and stay active to maintain strong muscles and bones · Have regular checkups to ensure vision and hearing have not deteriorated · Use nightlights to brighten dark hallways and stairwells · Secure rugs and remove clutter, especially in high traffic areas · Have sturdy handrails on both sides of stairways & ensure steps are in good condition · Use walking aids correctly and don't rush; take your time · Keep emergency numbers by all phones for easy access · Use medications safely as even some over the counter medications can make you dizzy or drowsy Nurse Next Door's local Fall Prevention Week is part of a national program that will be running in communities across Canada. The program, now in its third year, has already reached hundreds of seniors across the country. Making Lives Better One Visit At A TimeTM Q: My dog is no longer a puppy. Is he too old to learn anything at training school? age. Behaviour A: Dogs can learn behaviour at any agelike walk politely means anything a dog actually does on leash or come when called. They can also unlearn bad habits like bolting out the front door and jumping on people. It can sometimes be easier to teach a younger dog good behaviour because they haven't had a lot of practice and reward for undesired behaviour. That does not mean that you can't teach an old dog new tricks. In fact, older dog often learn things faster because they have more self control and are less distracted by outside factors. Re-homed dogs are an excellent example. Families come to our classes with their new adopted dogs to learn basic obedience skills. Along the way, they also build a loving relationship and stronger communication. It is never too late to teach your dog good manners. For more information please contact merry maids of Oakville at 905-847-2210. Merry Maids of Oakville Nominated for the Oakville Awards for Business Excellence "Ask the If you have any questions these professionals can answer, please write to: Professionals" c/o The Oakville Beaver, 467 Speers Road, Oakville L6K 3S4 or fax to: 905-337-5568