The best accessory to go with your summer tan is a gleaming white smile. The good news is that Oasis Clinics has a state-of-the-art dental service right in the heart of Sa7el, with all of the services and treatments you need to keep your family’s teeth in perfect condition. We chatted with Dr. Bassem Samir to learn more.

CWM: Dr. Bassem, what services does the dental section in Sa7el offer?

Dr. BS: We offer a full range of dental treatment treatments, covering all the services needed to maintain dental health, in addition to cosmetic dentistry to enhance your smile. Our team handles implants and root canal treatments, as well as scaling and cleaning for gums. Children are special to us; we like to see them develop good dental hygiene habits from an early age and do our best to make each visit a fun experience.

It has become increasingly important to consider attractive teeth an important part of your health and grooming, and our clinic has the latest technology available to make this possible. The Cad-Cam machine is used to create a Hollywood smile, with full coverage crowns or veneers that can be delivered the same day. Dull and stained teeth can be given a fresh look by bleaching with PHILLIPS ZOOM-4, and an untidy or pigmented gum line can be corrected easily by laser treatment and gum scaling and cleaning.

What new treatments do you offer?

The Cerec Machine is the robot that delivers either crowns or veneers during the same visit, avoiding the hassle of taking impressions and then having to wait three or four days until delivery. We offer ZOOM 4 Bleaching, the best-known bleaching machine of all time, which offers an impressive result with no sensitivity.

Gum problems and irregularities are taken care of with soft tissue laser, which is used in cases of gingival depigmentation, and what is known as a ‘gummy smile’.  The treatment is painless and you can see the difference on the spot.

Implant placement is so easy now with 3D X-ray. It only takes five minutes to place one, compared to the much longer process used before.

What are your 5 top tips for maintaining a bright, healthy smile?

1- Brush your teeth twice a day with the use of a proper mouthwash.

2- Routine check-ups with your dentist every three months to check up on the health of the teeth and gums.

3- Gum cleaning and tooth polishing should be done every three months.

4- Children should consult an orthodontist at age of 12 years to see whether they need braces or not.

5- Take care of toddlers’ teeth once they appear in the mouth to avoid caries or lesions.

What are the 5 most damaging habits for your teeth?

1- Thumb-sucking by children in their early years can cause defects in the upper teeth and mouth arch.

2- Drinking too much caffeine and smoking both cause permanent yellowish tooth discoloration.

3- Neglecting your check up and your daily brushing routine is a KILLER for your teeth.

4- Pulling out your teeth should be the last resort, not the first, as a tooth is an important organ that should be saved and maintained.

5- Avoid use of toothpicks as they cause receding in the gingival area between teeth, which create areas where food can accumulate, resulting in inflammation and pain in this area.

What is the best way to teach children to take care of their teeth?

Show them how to brush their teeth and how they become white and clean afterwards. Teach them the importance of teeth- brushing and that going to the dentist is something fun and to embrace it!

Oasis Clinics
Diplomatic Village
Tel: 0100 400 0776
Facebook: Oasis Clinics
Instagram: @oasis_clinics

Dreaming of an Olympic Gold? Or bored with your usual fitness regime? Get on your bike then, make a splash, or hit the road. Triathlon training could just be the next big thing.

Triathlon is a great sport to keep active, and by taking on the three elements of swimming, cycling and running, you can keep training fun and varied too. The go-to man for more insight into why this is such a great way to stay fit, physically and mentally, is Ahmed Rady. His training programs have fans across the city, and his wealth of experience includes his role as Technical Director of the Special Olympics team. Rady gives us the full breakdown on how triathlon training can improve your fitness regimen

WHAT IS A TRIATHLON

The Triathlon covers swimming, cycling and running challenges, all with various intensities and distances. Each part tests the body in different ways, but the combined effect is all-round fitness, the benefit also comes through being in touch with nature and the great outdoors.

• Super sprint distance: 400m (swim), 10km (bike), 2.5km (run)
• Sprint distance: 750m (swim), 20km (bike), 5km (run)
• Standard (Olympic) distance: 1500m (swim), 40km (bike), 10km (run)
• 3/Middle/Half-Ironman distance: 1.9km (swim), 90km (bike), 21km (run)
• Full/Long/Ironman distance: 3.8km (swim), 180km (bike), 42km (run) – Ironman is a long-distance

SWIMMING: HEALTH & FITNESS BENEFITS

Swimming is one of the best forms of cardiovascular exercise available to us. Of course I will say that, given that I’ve been swimming all my life, but there is no denying the fact that it is one of the only exercises that utilizes all muscle groups while constantly stimulating the heart rate. Swimming is the best sport to increase your core muscles and strengthen the bones and lungs. It keeps blood pressure low and is the highest sport for burning calories per hour. A bonus is that it helps in relieving stress and can improve your flexibility.

CYCLING: HEALTH & FITNESS BENEFITS

Cycling is an activity we’ve loved since childhood, and as bicycles come in many forms and styles, it is suited to all age groups. Cycling uses all of the major muscle groups as you pedal. It is good for strength, stamina and aerobic fitness, it decreases stress levels, reduces anxiety and depression. Cycling can be done at a very low intensity to begin with, if recovering from injury or illness, but can be built up to a demanding physical workout.

RUNNING: HEALTH & FITNESS BENEFITS

Running is perfect for anyone who wants a new challenge and is eager to discover new surroundings with family or friends. It is one of the easiest, accessible sports you can do anytime, anywhere. Running helps increase bone mass and increases your heart rate. It improves blood pressure and reduces risk of heart disease, and the chance of dying at an early age.

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU COMBINE ALL THREE!

All the three sports will strengthen all the muscle groups in your body. Swimming strengthens your upper body while cycling and running help you build lower body strength. You will develop lean muscles, build strength and tone your entire body.

It will make you fitter than you’ve ever been in your life. All three sports also burn huge amounts of fat from every area of your body, helping to sculpt your body. Swimming creates definition in your upper body and improves flexibility, while running develops long and lean muscles, leaving cycling to tone the lower body while building strength

HOW TO INCREASE YOUR STAMINA TO TRIATHLETE LEVELS

You can increase your running level to reach a triathlete level through routine. The best way is to start with a run of 30 minutes a day, and increase your intensity of speed over the 30 minutes. You need to carefully select your running shoes to avoid damaging the joints and risking lower back pain. Go to a reputable sports shoe retailer and give them an idea of your running routine and they can make recommendations. Or just search online for the best running shoe in 2019. Your running shoes should be a quarter to a half size larger than your normal shoe size.

As for cycling, you first need to start with a professional coach to teach you how to ride safely outdoors. Cycling shops in Egypt have professional cycling gear, so you can buy a road bike first before going for a tri bike. The most important thing to ensure you enjoy your cycling training is to invest in cycling shorts with a pad or a seat pad. You could start with indoor cycling sessions at 45 minutes of low intensity and then you can build up with interval training. With outdoor cycling, go for a flat ride of 40 minutes, 4 or 5 times a week.

For the swimming, start with swim gear. A hand paddle-board and small fins can improve your swimming style. Swim for 20 minutes, with generous breaks at each end of the pool. To begin, commit yourself to three times a week, 30 minutes per workout. Try swimming for as much of that time as you can, and count your laps. You should be able to cover anywhere from 20 to 30 laps, at least. If you are capable of doing more, you should be swimming for longer periods of time, perhaps 45 minutes or even an hour. Eventually, you will be able to swim up to an hour, or up to 3,000 meters (two miles). That should be your goal.

TIPS & POINTERS

For me the basic and most important thing is for all triathletes to develop “core muscles”. When the core is perfect you will have no difficulty with all triathlon distances and you should have built up muscular strength to help you to achieve a good time in races while remaining safe from injuries.

And absolutely important, hydration! As triathletes, we need from 8-12 glasses of water per day. At least four hours before a triathlon or other endurance activity, drink 1 ounce of fluid for every 10 pounds of body weight (or 5-7ml/kg) to start the event well-hydrated. Don’t experiment with new beverages before or during a competition. Eat lean protein within 45 minutes of a workout. Fill up on fruits and vegetables, and load a third of your plate with complex carbohydrates. Stoke your metabolism with a good breakfast, hydrate with water and sports drinks and skip fried foods. Beware of energy drinks and energy bars.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Coach Ahmed Rady
Facebook: ahmed.rady.376
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Email: Coachrady@gmail.com

Summer time is a time for fun and relaxation for most people. But for seniors, who have a higher sensitivity to heat, a little more caution needs to be exercised to avoid any health problems. Older people are at significant increased risk of heat-related illnesses (collectively called hyperthermia) during the summer months. Hyperthermia ranges from mild conditions, such as a rash or cramps, to serious and potentially life-threatening conditions such as heatstroke.

Factors that increase the risk of hyperthermia in elderly people include:

• Age-related changes such as poor blood circulation and inefficient sweat glands.
• Heart, lung, and kidney diseases, as well as any illness that causes general weakness or fever.
• High blood pressure or other conditions that require changes in diet, such as salt-restricted diets.
• Certain medications such as diuretics, sedatives, tranquilizers, and certain heart and blood pressure drugs which can hinder the body’s ability to regulate temperature.
• Taking several drugs for various conditions, (it is important, however, to continue to take prescribed medication and discuss possible problems with a physician.)

• Living alone: some older people are frail or have reduced mobility or have a mental illness which makes it difficult to take adequate care of themselves in hot weather, and they may ignore symptoms of hyperthermia.

To reduce risk of hyperthermia, remember to:

1. Stay hydrated

Your feeling of thirst often decreases as you age. So don’t wait until you are thirsty to drink. By the time you feel thirsty, you may already be dehydrated. Aim to drink 6 to 8 cups of water a day. If you intend to spend much time out in the sun, you may want to aim for a higher number of cups to avoid dehydration. If you have a kidney condition, you need to talk to your doctor before you increase the amount of fluid you drink.

Avoid drinks containing alcohol or caffeine as they increase the water excretion from the body.

2. Stay cool

Draw your blinds and curtains, and turn on your air conditioner. Try to limit your outdoor activities and stay in the shade. You don’t always feel the effect the sun is having on you in the moment.

Taking tepid (not too cold or too hot) showers can help you cool down. If not easy, you can wet washcloths or towels with cool water and put them on your wrists, ankles, armpits, and neck.

3. Dress lightly

Whenever you can, wear loose, light-colored clothes (dark-colored clothes absorb heat). Top it off with a lightweight, broad-brimmed hat

If you are travelling for a summer vacation, additional precautions are needed:

• If you are travelling by car, stop for a rest at least every two hours. Frequent leg movement is important to avoid stagnation of blood in the lower extremities which can cause heaviness, swelling and increased risk of blood clots.
• Make sure you have essentials :
• A sufficient supply of your medications in a secure pillbox.
• Sun protection items such as sunscreen and a hat
• First-aid kit
• Emergency numbers
• Know medical facilities at your destination.