10 kids' health issues to watch in 2010

Would you believe it, it's almost May! This is a great time for Dr. McAnnally and staff to remind our parents about the various kids' health issues and how you can avoid them. In late 2009, KidsHealth.org published its annual list of “10 Kids’ Health Issues to Watch” this year and what they mean to you.

They include:

• Earliest Signs of Autism Identified in Babies

• Obesity and Kids: What Parents Should Understand

• Many Kids Missing Out on CHIP Benefits

• H1N1 Flu Pandemic Affecting Kids the Hardest

• Texting & Driving: Just Say No

• The Importance of Vitamin D

• The Toll of Constant Social Networking

• The Impact on Concussions

• Pregnancy, STDs Increasing Among U.S. Teens

and...

• Smoking: Good News and Bad News

Dr. McAnnally and our staff encourage you to read the entire article in its entirety! Have a fun and great weekend!

This Earth Day, are you making a difference? From Dr. Roy McAnnally

Whether lending a helping hand to plant trees or grasses or getting out to volunteer in Bloomfield Hills, today is your opportunity to get started in making your impact year-round. Did you make a difference today? Tell us, were you involved in any Earth Day-related projects? How long have you participated in helping our planet?

Earth Day, designed to inspire awareness and appreciation for the Earth's environment, marks its 40th anniversary today. Our staff at the office of Dr. Roy McAnnally support Earth Day, which was founded by U.S. Senator Gaylord Nelson on April 22, 1970 and is observed every April 22nd on virtually every country on Earth.

If you’d like to join the millions of people who are making small but important changes to help sustain our fragile ecosystem, try these helpful environmental tips, courtesy of the United States Environmental Protection Agency, or EPA.

April is National Facial Protection Month, from Dr. Roy McAnnally

With spring here, many children, teens and adults in Bloomfield Hills will once again pick up the ball, bring the bat out of seasonal retirement, and lace up their cleats to hit the fields for the return of spring sports! April is National Facial Protection Month, and during this time, Dr. McAnnally and our dedicated team urge our young athletes to play it safe when out on the field.

According to the National Youth Sports Safety Foundation, children, high-school athletes and adults will have more than 5,000,000 teeth knocked out in sporting events this year. Simply enough, that's unacceptable.

We hope the video helps. Dr. McAnnally will tell you protective gear is vital for anyone engaging in tooth or mouth-threatening activities. If you have any further questions about any of these tips, please contact our office. Stay safe and have fun!

Ask Dr. McAnnally: What can I expect during my consultation?

When you first come in for your consultation, Dr. Roy McAnnally will conduct a comprehensive examination to assess your oral health. This will better enable us to determine the best treatment method for you.

Your orthodontic evaluation will consist of an oral and facial examination to assess your oral health. Dr. McAnnally will have you take intraoral and facial photographs, as well as panoramic and cephalometric x-rays to help determine the proper orthodontic treatment method. Then, an impression of your teeth and bite will be taken to construct a model of your mouth.

At your second appointment, Dr. McAnnally will discuss your options with you. Our team feels it’s important to take the time to carefully examine your diagnostic records after your consultation so that Dr. McAnnally can more thoroughly prepare for your treatment at the office of Roy D. McAnnally.

If you are seeking orthodontic treatment for your child, our staff ask that both you and your son or daughter attend the initial consultation. We feel it is important that both you and your child completely understand Dr. McAnnally’s recommendations before we proceed with treatment.

Give us a call at 248-647-0696 and schedule a consultation! Dr. McAnnally and our staff look forward to hearing from you!