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Hermitage Pediatric Dentist Dr. David Snodgrass DDS Shares Wild Animal Dental Facts

In Health and Beauty on May 30, 2011 at 3:24 am

Hermitage Pediatric Dentist

Chomp is the friendly alligator mascot at the offices of the Hermitage Pediatric Dentist Dr. David Snodgrass DDS. Chomp and the Hermitage Pediatric Dentist have been friends for a long time. When visiting schools to teach kids about dental health, Hermitage Pediatric Dentist Dr. David Snodgrass DDS usually brings Chomp along to help teach and entertain the children. Recently, the Hermitage Pediatric Dentist interviewed Chomp. Hermitage Pediatric Dentist Dr. David Snodgrass DDS discovered that Chomp had a wealth of dental facts about the fantastic animal kingdom. The Hermitage Pediatric Dentist had the opportunity to ask Chomp questions from children that visit their offices.

Hermitage Pediatric Dentist Dr. David Snodgrass DDS: Good morning, Chomp! Thank you so much for taking the time to grant us this interview.

Chomp: Good morning, Dr. Snodgrass! It’s always great to talk to you.

Hermitage Pediatric Dentist Dr. David Snodgrass DDS: Thanks, Chomp, that’s sweet. I’ve got some questions for you today from kids at our local elementary schools.

Chomp: How exciting! Those kids can think up some of the most interesting questions.

Hermitage Pediatric Dentist Dr. David Snodgrass DDS: That’s the truth. Today’s questions are all about animals. I thought you’d be particularly qualified to answer some of these questions, being an animal yourself.

Chomp: Fire away, Dr. Snodgrass!

Hermitage Pediatric Dentist: First, which animal has the most teeth of them all?

Chomp: Hmm. Good question. The animal with the most teeth is the shark. A shark has multiple rows of teeth, and each row contains many hundreds of teeth.

Hermitage Pediatric Dentist Dr. David Snodgrass DDS: That’s a lot!

Chomp: But there’s more. Sharks technically have an infinite number of teeth, because when ever they lose a tooth, they can always grow it back no matter how old they get.

Hermitage Pediatric Dentist Dr. David Snodgrass DDS: Impressive. That’s very different from humans.

Chomp: Yes, humans have to take very good care of their adult teeth, because if they lose those, that’s it, human adult teeth never grow back.

Hermitage Pediatric Dentist Dr. David Snodgrass DDS: That is why brushing and flossing is so important. Our next question is about size. Which animal has the largest teeth of them all?

Chomp: Well, in pre-history the dinosaurs had the largest teeth. Being an alligator, I am a direct descendant of the ancient dinosaurs. But dinosaurs are extinct now. Today, the animal with the largest teeth is the elephant. A single elephant tooth can weigh as much as 6 pounds, sometimes more!

Hermitage Pediatric Dentist Dr. David Snodgrass DDS: Wow, that’s heavier than a jug of milk!

Chomp: Also, elephant teeth never stop growing. An elephant must keep chewing and eating to wear down its teeth so they do not grow too big for its own mouth.

Hermitage Pediatric Dentist Dr. David Snodgrass DDS: Fascinating facts, Chomp! Well, we’re out of time for now, but I just wanted to thank you for all the excellent information.

Chomp: Sure thing, Dr. Snodgrass. I can’t wait until our next interview!

For more information about Hermitage Pediatric Dentist Dr. David Snodgrass DDS, please visit him online at http://snodgrassking.com

About Hermitage Pediatric Dentist

The Hermitage pediatric dentists of Snodgrass-King offer an exceptional and different dental experience for children. Founded by Dr. David Snodgrass and Dr. John T. King, the Hermitage pediatric dentist offices of Snodgrass-King combine “fun” with exceptional oral health care and services. In addition to their office located in Hermitage, Snodgrass-King offers pediatric dentist services in several other convenient locations around Nashville.

A first time visitor to Hermitage or any of the Snodgrass-King pediatric dentist offices may find a surprise awaiting them. On any given day a child may be greeted by Chomp, the Snodgrass-King alligator mascot, in the Hermitage lobby before they see their pediatric dentist. And if Chomp is not in the Hermitage office, there are other surprises before seeing their chosen pediatric dentist. From the video games in the lobby to watching a movie during a teeth cleaning, the Hermitage pediatric dentist office maintains the tradition of “fun” that comes with a visit to any Snodgrass-King office.

While a youngster wants fun, parents desire excellence in dental care for their child. The Snodgrass-King Hermitage pediatric dentist office meets and exceeds that expectation. Both of the founders of Snodgrass-King bring credentials and experience to their Hermitage pediatric patients. Dr. David Snodgrass, a respected and sought after speaker, brings over twenty years of experience to the Hermitage community. Dr. John T. King is Diplomat Board Certification with the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. Between the founders and staff, the Hermitage pediatric dentist offices of Snodgrass-King offer nearly one hundred years of combined experience.

The highly skilled Hermitage pediatric dentists offer a wide array of specialty services to their young patients. From basic pediatric dentist services to orthodontic and specialty work, Snodgrass-King of Hermitage boasts exceptional pediatric dentists. Patients needing oral and maxillofacial specialty work can find such services at the Snodgrass-King Hermitage pediatric dentist office. The Hermitage pediatric dentist office of Snodgrass-King also offers tips and points concerning pediatric dental care online. The Snodgrass-King website displays safety and general health care tips as well as information about “what to expect” when visiting the Hermitage pediatric dentist office. Patients will also find contact information and hours of operation for the Snodgrass-King Hermitage pediatric dentist location.

Known for their work both within and outside of Hermitage, the pediatric dentists of Snodgrass-King have donated equipment and time to those who could not receive such quality care. Recently, co-founder of the Hermitage pediatric dentist office Dr. David Snodgrass was part of an effort to offer dental care to Nashville residents who otherwise would have gone without. In addition, the Snodgrass-King founders and pediatric dentists from Hermitage and other locations have donated equipment and frequently served the impoverished regions of Haiti and the Dominican Republic.

For more information or to contact the Hermitage pediatric dentists of Snodgrass-King please visit http://snodgrassking.com.

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Gauthier, Houghtaling and Williams Law Reports: James Williams Named “Father of the Year” by Jack and Jill of America

In Law Firm, Legal on May 22, 2011 at 5:10 am

James Williams of Gauthier, Houghtaling and Williams Law has a consistent record of service in the community. In the fall of 2010, James Williams of the Gauthier, Houghtaling and Williams Law firm was once again recognized for his work outside of work. Jack and Jill of America recognized the Gauthier, Houghtaling and Williams Law partner as “Father of the Year.”

In a released statement, Williams, the Head of Litigation at Gauthier, Houghtaling and Williams Law stated, “I am humbled to receive this award from Jack and Jill of America.” The Gauthier, Houghtaling and Williams Law partner continued, “This is truly an honor given.” Jack and Jill of America, according to James Williams of Gauthier, Houghtaling and Williams Law, has a “distinguished membership, rich history, proud traditions and extraordinary work in the community.”

The law partner of Gauthier, Houghtaling and Williams Law explained that Jack and Jill of America is an elite and “highly selective organization of mothers who nurture future leaders” by strengthening children ages 2 – 19. “This strengthening,” said the Gauthier, Houghtaling and Williams Law partner “is done through legislative advocacy, philanthropic giving, and community service.” According to James Williams of the law firm of Gauthier, Houghtaling and Williams, Jack and Jill of America is the oldest African American family organization in the United States. Gauthier, Houghtaling and Williams’ James Williams added that the organization boasts a membership base of more than 9500 families. “It is a huge organization and a huge deal for me to receive such an honoring award,” said the Gauthier, Houghtaling and Williams Law attorney.

“In 2008,” said the New Orleans attorney for Gauthier, Houghtaling and Williams Law, “my wife was inducted into the Jack and Jill organization.” The Gauthier, Houghtaling and Williams Law partner and his wife have two “lovely and wonderful” daughters. “Family is so very important to me,” continued the successful Gauthier, Houghtaling and Williams Law attorney. “I am so proud of all three of my girls – two daughters and my beautiful wife,” added the Gauthier, Houghtaling and Williams Law partner.

Gauthier, Houghtaling and Williams Law firm’s James Williams ended his statement concerning his award saying that he would “continue to be Jack and Jill’s ally in their efforts to ensure a bright future for all children regardless of their race, ethnicity, or socio-economic status.”

For more information about the law firm of Gauthier, Houghtaling and Williams, visit them online at http://www.ghwlegal.com.

About Gauthier, Houghtaling and Williams Law

The law firm of Gauthier, Houghtaling and Williams has redefined the meaning of excellence in legal representation of clients. Nationally and internationally respected for many years, the law firm of Gauthier, Houghtaling and Williams is a continuation of the Gauthier firm that gained major prominence with a landmark decision for clients devastated by the 1980 fire at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. That wrongful death suit is only one milestone on a list that includes over $85 million in insurance recoveries for victims of Hurricane Katrina, $13 million for the families following a major airline crash, and the landmark $246 billion negotiated deal with tobacco companies concerning their hidden knowledge of the dangerous consequences of tobacco smoke.

On an international level, successful decisions won by the Gauthier, Houghtaling and Williams law firm and its founder, the late nationally respected trial attorney Wendell Gauthier, include a $9.25 million breach of contract settlement in El Salvador and intervention on behalf of victims exposed to poisonous contamination in Bhopal, India. Since 2003, the law firm of Gauthier, Houghtaling and Williams has collected over $138 million for businesses and individual clients, representing negotiated contracts totaling over one quarter of a billion dollars.

The law firm of Gauthier, Houghtaling and Williams was one of the first in America to establish the use of mock trials. With a retired judge presiding, a jury of peers selected from the area of trial and set within a simulated courtroom, the Gauthier, Houghtaling and Williams law firm is able to try a case before it ever goes to court. Using modern day technology, legal experts are able to adjust their strategies depending upon the reaction of the mock jury in deliberation. As well, the Gauthier, Houghtaling and Williams law firm shares jury deliberation videos with opposing counsel to facilitate settlement. Over the years, the strategy of mock jury deliberation video sharing has recovered over $4 billion for clients.

The Gauthier, Houghtaling and Williams law firm continues to redefine excellence by boasting some of the top legal talent in the nation. Wendell Gauthier, law firm founder, was ranked one of the “Nations Top 10 Litigation Lawyers” and named three times to the “100 Most Influential Lawyers in America” by National Law Journal. His legal acumen and success was featured in two major book publications and was the motivation for the central character in John Grisham’s hit book and movie, “The Runaway Jury.”

In 2005, Managing Partner John Houghtaling was named to the leadership position of the law firm of Gauthier, Houghtaling, and Williams. Mr. Houghtaling was named to the 2010 edition of Louisiana Super Lawyers, an honor that is achieved by peer recognition and professional achievement in twelve indicating areas. Only ten years prior, Mr. Houghtaling had embarked on his career with the Gauthier law firm by moving boxes in the file room. Now, at the age of 39, Mr. Houghtaling has negotiated for his individual clients of Gauthier, Houghtaling and Williams law firm an astonishing $100 million dollars.

The law firm of Gauthier, Houghtaling and Williams has been widely recognized for its legal excellence in the areas of product liability, wrongful death, personal injury, medical malpractice, insurance disputes, class actions and labor and employment disputes. The law firm of Gauthier, Houghtaling and Williams also dominates in the areas of business, civil, commercial, complex, gaming, and hurricane litigation.

Legal representation is not the only area in which the Gauthier, Houghtaling and Williams law firm redefines excellence. Whether it is participation in the Louis A. Martinet Society promoting social justice for the community and legal profession, the Make-A-Wish Foundation, or charity work following Hurricanes Katrina and Ike, the Gauthier, Houghtaling and Williams law firm believes in serving the community with excellence. Working in and supporting the New Orleans community is extremely important to John Houghtaling and the law firm of Gauthier, Houghtaling, and Williams.

For more information about the law firm of Gauthier, Houghtaling, and Williams, visit them online at http://www.ghwlegal.com or call (504) 456-8600.

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Presentation Solutions Interviews Nancy Alcorn | The Changing Nature of Teen Addiction and Self-Harming

In Home and Family, Professionals on May 10, 2011 at 4:30 pm
Nancy Alcorn

Nancy Alcorn

Presentation Solutions recently spoke with Nancy Alcorn of Mercy Ministries.  Nancy Alcorn began her career working with young women in the Tennessee Department of Corrections.  Mercy Ministries is a non-profit founded by Nancy Alcorn that works with young women helping them find hope and restoration.  Nancy Alcorn is the author of several popular books on these subjects including the “Mercy For” series that deals directly with eating disorders, self-harm, addiction, and sexual abuse.  As well, Nancy Alcorn is a sought-after conference and event speaker.  In this interview, Nancy Alcorn discusses the alarming rise in self-harm among young women.

Presentation Solutions:  First off, welcome to our readership Nancy Alcorn.  It is a pleasure to speak with you today.  We know you are busy with Mercy Ministries and your speaking schedule.

Nancy Alcorn:  I appreciate your time and help in getting the message out there on behalf of young women in need at Mercy.

Presentation Solutions:  On a personal, professional note, you left the Department of Corrections after several years of work with female juveniles. Why?

Nancy Alcorn:  It was because I realized that true-life change in the lives of young women would never come in the form of a government program.  True-life change only happens through the power of Jesus Christ.

Presentation Solutions:  And it’s true that you saw some juvenile delinquents go through government programs, only to enter a corrections facility as an adult?

Nancy Alcorn:  That is true.  Again, true-life change does not come from a program.  True-life change is spiritual in nature.  Jesus Christ, His power, His grace, His unending love and mercy, can transform lives.  We as people, as counselors and teachers are simply a conduit for His power.

Presentation Solutions:  Self-harm.  All studies point to this as a major issue for young women.  Talk to us about the statistics.

Nancy Alcorn:  Last year, the number of young women seeking help from self-harm doubled.

Presentation Solutions:  Unbelievable.  Can you define for our readers what self-harm is?

Nancy Alcorn:  Self-harm is often referred to as self-injuring or cutting.  It is a deliberative and repetitive behavior of harming the body impulsively.  Most of the time, in our experience at Mercy Ministries, the young women are injuring themselves secretively and therefore it can be difficult to detect.

Presentation Solutions:  You have written a book on this specific topic, correct?

Nancy Alcorn:  I have.

Presentation Solutions:  What are some signs and symptoms that parents, family and friends may witness in a young woman who is dealing with this dark issue?

Nancy Alcorn:  Well first off, you said the work dark.  We see it only as “dark” from a spiritual side.  Darkness seeks to destroy the lives of these young women.  At Mercy Ministries we know that the light of Jesus Christ can free anyone, any young woman from any bondage, including cutting.

Presentation Solutions:  And Nancy Alcorn and Mercy Ministries use biblically based counseling and curriculum to help those dealing with self-harm.

Nancy Alcorn:  Yes, we do.  And we do it free of charge to the young women.  Because again, we know that this is spiritual warfare.  Self-harm is not the issue, that something that is driving the girl to self-harm is the issue.  So we know that the power of God’s grace and unconditional love can help these young women overcome addictions and past hurts.

Presentation Solutions:  Outstanding.  So again, Nancy Alcorn, help our readers understand the symptoms and signs of self-harm.

Nancy Alcorn:  Typically the cutting will be in an area that is not exposed.  Sometimes young women respond to certain situations that are unexpected or respond to pressure situations with constant scratching.  Or a young woman may continually pick the same scab, thereby preventing it from healing.

Presentation Solutions:  But Nancy Alcorn, how can family or friends see this kind of hurt, if it is often in private where a young girl is harming herself?

Nancy Alcorn:  You have to be aware and observe.  If you notice a young woman who seems to always have burns or severe bruises on her forearms, or someone who is biting the inside of their mouth with purpose, or appears to have patches of missing or thinning hair; then there is a potential victim of self-harm.  Or it could be abuse. Either way, we have to pay attention and observe.

Presentation Solutions:  Nancy Alcorn, thank you for your time today.  On behalf of our many readers we continue to be thankful for Mercy Ministries.  Presentation Solutions wants to encourage your supporters to pray for Nancy Alcorn and Mercy Ministries.  As well, we encourage our readers to partner with you in any way they can.

Nancy Alcorn:  Thank you so much.  Those prayers are felt.

Nancy Alcorn is the Founder and President of Mercy Ministries.  Working with over 3000 women since 1983, Nancy Alcorn and Mercy Ministries help restore the lives of young women.  Mercy Ministries utilizes nutritionists, licensed Christian counselors and a biblically-based curriculum with the emphasis that true freedom from addiction and life-controlling issues is possible.  All of this is free of charge for the women.  According to Nancy Alcorn, in a recent survey of former Mercy Ministries graduates, 93 percent responded that Mercy Ministries six-month residential counseling program had transformed their lives and restored their hope.

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About Nancy Alcorn

During her five years working for the state of Tennessee, at a correctional facility for juvenile delinquent girls, Nancy Alcorn developed a passion to impact the lives of hurting young women.  Time and time again, Nancy Alcorn watched as the young women she worked with at the juvenile facility passed the age of eighteen and ended up in the women’s prison system because they never got the real help they needed.

During the next three years, as Nancy Alcorn investigated child abuse cases for the state of Tennessee, she saw firsthand why so many of these young women were angry and hurting.  Working with juvenile delinquent girls and investigating alleged cases of child abuse gave Nancy Alcorn the opportunity to interact directly with secular rehabilitation programs and the girls impacted by those programs. It was during this time that Nancy Alcorn realized that these programs were not producing permanent results that exemplified changed lives.

Following her tenure with the state, Nancy Alcorn accepted an appointment as Director of Women for the Nashville Teen Challenge.  Through all of these experiences, Nancy Alcorn began to realize that true transformation would never come as the result of any government system.  Nancy Alcorn understood that only Jesus could bring restoration into the lives of girls who were desperately hurting and searching for something to fill the void they felt in their hearts.

Nancy Alcorn began to sense that God was unfolding a plan prompting her to step out in faith.  God called Nancy Alcorn to help hurting young women find freedom and have their lives transformed.  With her experience to assist her and God to guide her, Nancy Alcorn would prayerfully make a giant step of faith to help hurting young women.

In January of 1983, Nancy Alcorn relocated to Monroe, Louisiana and established Mercy Ministries of America.  Nancy Alcorn was determined that the Mercy Ministries program would bring about true-life change in the lives of young women.  With that in mind, Nancy Alcorn knew there were three guiding principles to which she must always remain faithful.  First, Nancy Alcorn committed that Mercy Ministries would accept girls free of charge.  Second, Nancy Alcorn committed that Mercy Ministries would donate ten percent of all donations to other organizations and ministries.  Third, Nancy Alcorn made the decision that Mercy Ministries would never accept any state or federal funding.  In no way did Nancy Alcorn want any money that might interfere with the freedom to share Christ.

Since 1983, Mercy Ministries, under the leadership of Nancy Alcorn, has seen exponential growth and impact.  Establishing locations in Louisiana, Tennessee, Missouri and California, Nancy Alcorn has seen her God-sized dream impact numerous women ages 13 to 28.  Nancy Alcorn has seen Mercy Ministries grow beyond the borders of the United States with home in the United Kingdom, New Zealand, and Canada.

Nancy Alcorn and Mercy Ministries help young women seeking freedom from physical and sexual abuse (including sex trafficking), eating disorders, self-harm, drug and alcohol addiction, depression and unplanned pregnancy.  Mercy Ministries, with Nancy Alcorn serving as Founder and President, assists young women through a non-conventional approach to healing that allows them to stop and break destructive cycles of behavior.  Nancy Alcorn continues her commitment to helping young women recognize their self-worth and reach their full potential.

For more information about the services offered by Nancy Alcorn and Mercy Ministries, visit the Mercy website online at http://www.mercyministries.com.

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Murfreesboro Pediatric Dentist Snodgrass-King Is the Right Choice

In Health and Beauty on May 4, 2011 at 3:10 pm
Murfreesboro Pediatric Dentist

Murfreesboro Pediatric Dentist

When looking for a Murfreesboro pediatric dentist, parents don’t need to look very far. The Murfreesboro pediatric dentists at Snodgrass-King recommend that parents start by making a checklist of the services that they require.  At Snodgrass-King, families will find a Murfreesboro pediatric dentist that works with children of all ages, so that visits can continue throughout your child’s formative years.

Murfreesboro pediatric dentist Dr. David Snodgrass and his helpful staff will guide you and your child from the very first visit to the removal of braces.  The Murfreesboro pediatric dentists at Snodgrass-King are known for gentle dentistry, and they are recognized as one of the premier Murfreesboro pediatric dentist offices.

It is not unusual for parents to have many questions when seeking a pediatric dentist in Murfreesboro.  But take a few moments to consider all of the services that this Murfreesboro pediatric dentist Snodgrass-King can offer and you will know immediately that you are making the right choice.  Murfreesboro pediatric dentist Dr. David Snodgrass is committed to serving you and your children, and his gentle techniques will erase any fear your children have of visiting the dentist.

Murfreesboro pediatric dentist Dr. David Snodgrass not only provides excellent services and treatments, but he also makes it a point to educate your children on proper oral hygiene.  From the very first baby teeth to the day your child has his or her braces removed, Dr. David Snodgrass and the professionals at Murfreesboro pediatric dentist Snodgrass-King will help your child care for his or her teeth.  A healthy mouth is a lifetime in the making, and you can help your child get a great start with the Murfreesboro pediatric dentists at Snodgrass-King!

The Murfreesboro pediatric dentist staff of Snodgrass-King is known for their excellence in service. Founded in Franklin, Tennessee, with several additional offices that include Murfreesboro, pediatric dentists Dr. David Snodgrass and Dr. John T. King and their staff represent a dental experience of nearly 100 years. From the belief in a “kid-friendly” environment to the pursuit of dental expertise, the Murfreesboro pediatric dentist office of Snodgrass-King believes service is fundamental. For more information about the Murfreesboro pediatric dentists of Snodgrass-King Pediatric Dental Associates, please visit them online at http://snodgrassking.com

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