Bio Compatible DENTISTRY


Frank Ward, D.D.S. 300 Gatlin Avenue Orlando, Florida 32806


407-855-7380 www.drfrankward.com


• safe amalgam removal • bio compatible materials testing • warm friendly atmosphere


• comprehensive restorative and cosmetic dentistry


• in house lab technician


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New School Rules Eco Strategies for Back-to- School Prep


Families preparing for the coming school year will welcome easy ways to stretch the budget while protecting the environment our kids are growing up in.


 Buying new


clothes can be expensive, and most of today’s synthetic fi bers are petroleum- based, while toxic pesticides are commonly used to grow cotton. For healthier alternatives, check labels for clothes made from organic, low-impact or recycled materials such as organic cotton, hemp, bamboo or recycled fi bers. Inexpensive options are found in Salvation Army and other thrift store locations, as well as repurposing hand- me-downs among siblings.


 Avoid buying all new school supplies. Gently used binders and book bags can last years. Sturdy, simple backpacks skip the cost of faddish brand-name and celebrity products. For supplies that must be replenished, like paper, seek out post- consumer-recycled options.


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 For lunch boxes, food containers and utensils, look for retro metal, a cloth bag and other alternatives to plastic (which can contain harmful chemicals) and glass (which can break). Beth Terry, in her book, Plastic-Free: How I Kicked the Plastic Habit and How You Can Too (MyPlasticFreeLife.com), suggests searching MightyNest.com and LifeWithoutPlastic.com, makers of stainless steel, naturally lacquered wood and other non-plastic, durable children’s bowls, cups, plates and utensils.


 Healthy afterschool extracurricular activities today typically require driving commutes. Look into carpooling with nearby families to save time and gas, cut vehicle emissions and expand friendships.


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 Check the school’s eco-practices. Encourage local administrators to conduct recycling programs and to email documents to parents instead of using regular mail.


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