Kent, Washington, November 3, 2011 – Dr. Sue Hollinsworth, her staff and patients participated in Making A Difference Day on October 22. The Kent family dentist has had an ongoing project for several years of collecting personal hygiene supplies for the homeless and Kent Food Bank. Dr. Hollinsworth’s office continued that project this year for Make A Difference Day, a national day of helping others.

“Whenever anyone stays at a hotel, we ask that they bring back the toiletries to donate. My office adds toothpaste and toothbrushes to this. These are the perfect size to make up personal hygiene care packages that are small enough to carry for those living on the streets or in their cars,” Dr. Hollinsworth explained.

As a family-centered dental practice, Dr. Hollinsworth and her staff believe it’s important to participate in community events. In addition to the Making A Difference project, Dr. Hollinsworth also participates in Kent Relay For Life cancer walk, Kent Crop Walk, Valley Medical Center’s GLOW program, local health fairs and school groups. She serves on the board of directors for Children’s Therapy Center. Earlier this week Dr. Hollinsworth and her staff participated in a candy buy-back event.

Dr. Sue Hollinsworth is located at the corner of 132^nd and 240^th in Meridian Valley Plaza at 13210 SE 240th Street, Suite B3 in Kent. Her practice emphasizes family dental care as well as cosmetic procedures. Patients of all ages are welcome. For more information, call (253) 631-8286, email smilestaff@qwestoffice.net or visit the office’s website at http://www.DrSueHollinsworth.com or Facebook page at http://www.Facebook.com/DrSueHollinsworth.

For more information, contact:

Dr. Sue Hollinsworth, DDS
13210 SE 240th St., Ste. B3
Kent, WA  98042
253-631-8286
Email
www.DrSueHollinsworth.com

From Dr. Sue Hollinsworth, Kent Family Dentist

Kent, Washington, October 20, 2011 – What did the werewolf eat after he’d had his teeth cleaned?  The dentist!

One area dentist is redefining the phrase “put your money where your mouth is.” This Halloween, trick-or-treaters 12 and under can bring their excess candy to Dr. Sue Hollinsworth in Kent and receive a $1 per pound of unopened candy. For the second year in a row, Dr. Hollinsworth is leading this anti-decay movement by offering suggestions for non-candy treats and by giving cash in exchange for cavity-provoking candy.

“Ditch the candy; that’s what we are saying! Visiting your dentist twice a year and brushing daily are great preventative measures, but doing away with excess sweets altogether will really give your teeth a healthy boost,” says Dr. Hollinsworth.

“We all need to ‘think outside the candy box’ for Halloween. There are several great alternatives to candy, such as nuts, balls, seashells, polished rocks, stickers or temporary tattoos, or plastic animals. Kids can still have a lot of fun trick-or-treating, and, if they bring in their candy on November 1, their piggy banks will benefit too,” the Kent family dentist said.

Global sugar consumption for kids increases by about 2% annually and currently sits at 50 million tons per year, which means parents need to be sure their kids’ teeth are being cared for more than ever. Candy, as well as hurting children’s teeth, can lead to hyperactivity and weight gain leading to obesity and diabetes, major concerns for children.

Dr. Sue Hollinsworth’s office will collect candy the day after Halloween only – Tuesday, November 1 – from 4:30 to 6:30 pm. The candy must be unopened, so no nibbling please!

Dr. Sue Hollinsworth is located at the corner of 132^nd and 240^th in Meridian Valley Plaza at 13210 SE 240th Street, Suite B3 in Kent. Her practice emphasizes family dental care as well as cosmetic procedures. Patients of all ages are welcome. For more information, call (253) 631-8286, email smilestaff@qwestoffice.net or visit the office’s website or Facebook page.

For more information, contact:

Dr. Sue Hollinsworth, DDS
13210 SE 240th St., Ste. B3
Kent, WA  98030
253-631-8286

Email

UPDATE–November 2, 2010 — Kent dentist Dr. Sue Hollinsworth reports that her East Hill office collected more than 100 pounds of candy in her Halloween candy buy-back program. More than 30 kids participated in the program. The candy will be shipped to U.S. Troops via Operation Homefront.

One Kent, Washington dentist is redefining the phrase “put your money where your mouth is.” This Halloween trick-or-treaters 12 and under can bring their unopened excess candy to Dr. Susan Hollinsworth’s office on Kent’s East Hill and receive $1.00 per pound of candy. Dr. Hollinsworth is leading this anti-decay movement by giving away cash in exchange for cavity-provoking candy.

“Ditch the candy, that’s what we’re saying. Come up with healthy alternatives, such as nuts, stickers or shells. Kids can still have all the fun of trick-or-treating, pick out a few of their favorites, and have their piggy banks benefit as well,” Dr. Hollinsworth explains. “Visiting your dentist twice a year and brushing daily are great preventative measures, but doing away with excess sweets altogether will really give teeth a healthy boost!”

Global sugar consumption for kids increases by about 2% annually and currently measures approximately 50 million tons per year, which means parents need to be sure their kids’ teeth are being cared for more than ever. Candy, as well as hurting children’s teeth, can lead to broken teeth and damaged braces too.

Unopened candy will be collected at Dr. Sue Hollinsworth’s office, 13210 SE 240th St., Ste. B-3, Kent, WA 98042, the day after Halloween – Monday, November 1 from 3:30pm to 6:30pm.

In practice since 1978, Dr. Sue Hollinsworth specializes in family dentistry including TMJ treatment and preventative and cosmetic procedures. For more information about Dr. Hollinsworth’s services or practice, please visit her website at http://www.drsuehollinsworth.com or her Facebook page.