No other method of communication is used as often as a smile!

If you’re not smiling right now…you could be! If your smile is less than perfect, cosmetic dentistry might be ‘for you’. Simply put, cosmetic dentistry is the art of giving you a beautiful, younger looking, more attractive smile. Porcelain veneers and crowns replace your existing exposed tooth structure and completely erase stains, discolored restorations and uneven, jagged or imperfect teeth. Missing, recessed or jutting teeth are all candidates for cosmetic restoration. We offer “instant orthodontics” as well, meaning we straighten teeth with the veneering process. In short, almost anything you don’t like about your teeth can likely be radically changed with cosmetics.

If you want to find out how other people see your smile, try this trick: stand in front of your bathroom mirror. Now, laugh hard and loud. Do you see what everyone else sees? Most of your upper and part of your lower teeth are exposed. Some people’s teeth show all the way back to their molars. Many of our patients have tried this exercise and cover their mouths with their hands, attempting to hide a less than perfect smile.

You don’t have to laugh with your hand over your mouth any longer. With modern payment arrangements and the beauty of all-porcelain restorations, there is no reason for you to be anything less than electrified by your smile, right now. Ask any member of our team for more details; we’re here to help. We also offer:

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During these turbulent times in the real estate market, Ms. Shenea Winston is here via her informative interview, to share five important things you should know BEFORE buying.

Shenea is the lead agent of her team, The Winston Realtors of Re/Max Town & Country. Known as “The Negotiator,” she is a veteran in the real estate industry with 8 years of providing real estate services to her clients. Ms. Winston can be contacted at 678-895-8028.

Her clientele consists of people looking to buy their second or third home, first time home buyers, business owners, corporate executives, athletes, investors, and renters.

Shenea is a Multi-Million Dollar Producer with a “customer service” oriented business attitude. Many of Shenea’s clients have given her the name…“The Negotiator” because she is known to negotiate incredible deals for her clients both buyers and sellers. Her reputation as an outstanding negotiator has afforded her the opportunity to instruct a number of classes geared towards new agents, teaching them how to effectively negotiate the best deal for their clients.

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Charles Craig is the President and Owner of Trademark Design Painting and Decorating. Trademark Painting has been in business in the metro Atlanta area for 12 years. His company has painted homes in many of Atlanta’s exclusive Country Clubs. As a painter, Charles has an eye for colors. He takes what his customers have in mind and brings it to life. He also works with many of Atlanta’s top interior designers. Trademark Painting also specialize in exterior painting of homes and Commercial buildings.

• Twelve Years Experience.
• Free Estimates.
• Interior & Exteriors.
• Residential & Commercial Painting.
• House & Deck Staining.
• Water sealing of all wood and porous surfaces.
• Pressure Washing to remove mildew from home, patios, decks and driveways.
• Interior Design upon request.
• Locally owned & operated.
• Clean-Cut Professional Crew.
• Licensed & Insured.
• References available upon request.

Call 770-271-1612 to let Trademark Painting leave a beautiful and lasting mark on your home.

We’re still in production with our publication, People You Need to Know. To my faithful readers, please forgive me if my postings are not as frequent over the next month; I’ll be quite busy trying to get everything press-ready.

I’m proud to give you a preview of some of Atlanta’s top professionals, which we will be highlighting and promoting all next year throughout metro Atlanta, Macon, Charlotte, Columbia and Nashville!

From Left to Right:

Veda Wood: Veda is a leader in metro Atlanta’s real estate market. She has over 12 years of real estate experience and is well respected for her in-depth knowledge of buying, selling, new construction, investment and commercial property. Veda and her team of real estate professionals handle all types of properties that range from starter homes to multi-million dollar estates.

Dr. Karen Mills: Dr. Mills, Cobb County’s Certified Lumineers Dentist, is a 1987 graduate of Howard University’s College of Dentistry in Washington D.C., where she was awarded the Percy A. Fitzgerald Outstanding Achievement Award in clinical crown and bridge. She completed her undergraduate studies at Wayne State University and the University of Michigan, while working as a clinical dental assistant.

Dr. Nedra Dodds: Graduating with honors, Dr. Dodds has a medical degree from Meharry Medical College and was named Chief Resident during her post-graduate training. The owner and Medical Director of Opulence Aesthetic Medicine, she is in the business of connecting body and soul. As one of the most well-respected physicians in cosmetic aesthetic enhancements, specializing in ethnically-focused body contouring, she believes “Health is your first wealth.” A former model, not only is Dr. Dodds gifted with talent, beauty, intelligence, and creativity, she also has a warm and genuine personality.

Attorney Leron Rogers: Attorney Rogers is Atlanta’s Top Entertainment Attorney. At Hewitt and Rogers, practice areas include business transactions, entertainment law, and business litigation, among other services. Leron heads up the firm’s entertainment, technology and media law practice group and is known throughout the country for representing high profile entertainers and athletes in their professional and business ventures.

Dr. Anisa Hailey: Dr. Hailey is a highly respected and extremely sought after Cosmetic Dentist who specializes in Cosmetic, Implant, and Advanced Restorative Dentistry. She holds a DMD from the Medical College of Georgia and has completed extensive training in the areas of esthetic dentistry, implantology, endodontics, periodontics and TMJ Therapy.

Vanessa AllenWhite: Vanessa is one of the top listing and selling Realtors in the State of Georgia. This native Georgian has a passion for people and the business of Real Estate. With over ten successful years in the business, she is one of only 5% of Realtors in the United States with a designation as a Certified Residential Specialist.

Question: Should I continue to invest money in the stock market when it is not doing well?

Answer: When you are investing in the stock market, either directly into stocks or with managed investments, your approach should be that you are investing for the long-term.

For money you may need access to in the short-term, it should not be invested in the stock market because stocks can fluctuate quite a bit in the short-term. Over the long-term, stocks have historically outperformed all other investment categories, so by riding out a short-term market decline, you have a much better chance of growing your money through the stock market.

Therefore, it is wise to maintain your long-term investment strategy when the market is not doing well, and you may even consider investing additional money during those times to pick up good investments at “bargain” prices. By doing so, you will be positioned to see greater gains in your portfolio when the market does recover.

Kevin Turner, “Your Personal Wealth Navigator” is a Financial Advisor and President of Peak Level Advisors.

All Securities through Money Concepts Capital Corp., Member FINRA/SIPC…World Headquarters: 11440 North Jog Road, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418, Phone: 561-472-2000

Shenea Winston is the lead agent of The Winston Realtors of Re/Max Town & Country and is now considered a veteran in the real estate industry with 8 years under her belt.

She has been involved in Real Estate since she was 12 years old. Well…not really, she just spent many years of her childhood growing up in a household that included real estate as a part of life due to the fact that her father was a custom homebuilder. She is a native of Alabama, but moved to Atlanta almost nine years ago with her husband.

Shenea is “customer service” oriented and believes it is an agent’s most important attribute. She states: “Satisfied clients are one of my main priorities because satisfied clients send referrals.” As a Multi-Million Dollar Producer, she is proud to say that currently 90% of her business is from client referrals.

Shenea is a Top Realtor who’s known for always looking out for her client’s best interest and integrity is the key! “Integrity Really Matters” is Shenea’s motto. Her mission statement is: “No matter what goals in life I want to achieve, I will not compromise my integrity to reach those goals!”

Known as a fierce negotiator, many of her clients have given her the name…“The Negotiator” because she is known to negotiate incredible deals for her clients both buyers and sellers. Her reputation as an outstanding negotiator has afforded her the opportunity to instruct a number of classes geared towards new agents, teaching them how to effectively negotiate the best deal for their clients.

Shenea specializes in Residential and Commercial Resales as well as New Homes, Foreclosures, Distinctive and Luxury Homes in the areas of Cobb, Cherokee, Douglas, Fulton, Gwinnett, Paulding and DeKalb Counties. She provides unsurpassed service to clients looking to buy their 2^nd or 3^rd home, 1^st time home buyers, business owners, corporate executives, athletes, and investors.

Shenea attended the University of Alabama where she met her husband of almost nine years, Christopher, a pharmaceutical sales representative and proud member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. She and her husband presently live in Cobb County with their beautiful 5-year-old daughter who wants to be a Realtor just like Mommy when she grows up!

We’re proud to welcome Ms. Shenea Winston to the People You Need to Know Network. She can be contacted at 678-895-8028 or via email.

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1. Hire an Attorney: Before signing anything, get a referral to an experienced music attorney.

2. Term: Usually the term in a recording agreement is expressed as an initial period (typically one year after the delivery of your album or commercial release of the album), plus a certain number of options for additional albums (typically 3-5 options). It is important to understand when the term begins and what triggers an option. Beware of automatic option periods that do not require the record company to pay you in order to exercise the option.

3. Advance Amount: Recording an album can often surpass the demands of a regular full-time job, but your bills will not wait for your first album to be released. Seek a respectable advance amount, based on the demand you have created for yourself and what you bring to the table. But remember, all amounts advanced will have to be repaid (recoupment), so be careful.

4. Budget: The saying “it takes money to make money” holds true in the music industry. Make sure the recording agreement allows for sufficient capital available to ensure your album’s success. Depending on the genre, the right producers can catapult your album sales, so make sure you have latitude to approve of such producers and the money to pay them. Try to get an assurance that at least one “MTV Style” video will be produced for your album.

5. Royalty: This is the essence of how you get paid. Make sure you are getting industry standard, at minimum, based on someone similarly situated. A typical new artist royalty rate is between 11 – 15 percentage points. Take note of any royalty deductions such as packaging deductions in the agreement.

6. Cross-collateralization: Artists are paid from several revenue sources. Your recording agreement should limit the record company’s ability to recoup (recover) any money advanced on your project to money received from the sale of records, and not publishing, merchandising, touring, etc.

7. Delivery Requirements: Delivery is your fundamental obligation as a recording artist, and it can often be a subjective determination made by your recording company. Be knowledgeable of the number of Masters (songs) constituting an album, the time period in which Delivery of the Masters is required, and whether Delivery must be “satisfactory”, “technically satisfactory”, or “technically and commercially satisfactory”. These terms can mean a world of difference for you as the artist.

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Dr. Jeremy Simms Alexander is the oldest of four children from Shreveport, Louisiana. He grew up in a very large and proud community called Cooper Road, and was raised by a strong family with grandparents as the centerpiece for direction.

He graduated from Southern University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, with a degree in biology. Dr. Alexander went on to attend Howard University College of Dentistry where he received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 2007.

Dr. Alexander is very ambitious and has high aspirations; he recently opened his dental office, Premier Dental, in the Sandy Springs/ Dunwoody area. He is a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.

People You Need to Know, Inc. is proud to welcome Dr. Jeremy Simms Alexander to the network.

When you’re ready to talk, Ms. Tiffanie Davis is ready to listen. Originally from Charlotte, NC, Tiffanie Davis moved to Atlanta in 1998. Ms. Davis obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and her Master’s Degree, specializing in Professional Counseling at Argosy University.

Specializing in sex therapy has always been of particular interest to Ms. Davis, so in 2002 she began work on her doctoral degree in Human Sexuality Education at Widener University in Chester, PA, and is now a doctoral candidate.

While much of her clinical history has involved supporting adults with mental illness, Ms. Davis continues to be passionate in helping individuals of all ages with sexuality concerns.

In February 2006, Tiffanie Davis expanded her work to the private sector, focusing primarily on low sex desire and orgasmic disorders in women. With much success in this area, Ms. Davis expanded her practice by opening Intimate Details, LLC, an interdisciplinary service practice providing therapeutic counseling services, consultation, public speaking and educational groups to parents and children.

Ms. Davis has published articles in the Gainesville Times and in 2008 was featured in People You Need to Know Magazine, and Fit Atlanta Magazine. She maintains an interactive website, where she responds to anonymous questions regarding mental health and sexuality concerns.

Ms. Davis is an adjunct faculty member of Argosy University where she teaches Human Sexuality. She is an active member of the Licensed Professional Counseling Association of Georgia and the American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors and Therapists.

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“Life is a journey! None of us are exempt from life’s ups and downs, and the only consistent thing in our lives is that ‘change’ is inevitable.”

In my practice, we’ll work towards taking the necessary steps to make positive changes in your life so that you can reap the benefits of your new found happiness.

Whether you’re dealing with sexuality issues, sexual dysfunction, struggles within your relationship, or just need the comfort of an unbiased listener, I’m here to help. Together, we’ll get you well on your way to the life, love, & happiness you deserve. Call and make your appointment today, 404-863-8932.

When should dental care begin?

Most pediatric dentists will agree that regular dental care should begin by one year of age, with a dental check-up at least twice each consecutive year for most children. Some children may need more frequent evaluations and care. In accordance with this recommendation, the following dental checklist for infants and toddlers has been provided by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.

Birth to 6 months of age:

Clean the infant’s mouth with gauze after feedings and at bedtime. Consult your child’s pediatrician regarding fluoride supplements. Regulate feeding habits (bottle feeding and breastfeeding).

Six to 12 months of age:

During this time, the first tooth should appear. Consult the Pediatric dentist for an examination. Brush teeth after each feeding and at bedtime with a small, soft-bristled brush. As the child begins to walk, stay alert of potential dental and/or facial injuries. Wean the child from breast or bottle by his/her first birthday.

Twelve to 24 months of age:

Follow the schedule of dental examinations and cleanings, as recommended by your child’s pediatric dentist. Generally, dental examinations and cleanings are recommended every 6 months for children and adults.

As your child learns to rinse his/her mouth, and as most deciduous (baby) teeth have erupted by this age, brushing with a pea-sized portion of fluoridated toothpaste becomes appropriate.

Facts about deciduous teeth:

Proper care of a child’s deciduous teeth (also known as “baby” or primary teeth) is very important as these teeth hold space for the future eruption of permanent teeth.

If a baby tooth decays or is removed too early, the space necessary for the permanent teeth is lost and can only be regained through orthodontic treatment.

Infected baby teeth can cause the permanent teeth to develop improperly resulting in stains, pits, and weaker teeth.

Most children begin losing their baby teeth around the age of 4 - usually the front bottom teeth first. They continue to lose baby teeth until the age of 12 or 13 when all of the permanent teeth finally come through.

Thumb-Sucking and Dental Health

Generally, thumb-sucking before the age of two is normal and harmless. When thumb-sucking is not stopped by the appropriate age (generally by the age of five) then parents should discourage the act. Prolonged thumb-sucking may contribute to crowded and/or crooked teeth development and bite problems.

Start early by teaching your children healthy dental habits that can last a lifetime. Dr. Chanda Culmer treats children and adults using the latest technology in general and cosmetic dentistry. For more information, call her office at 770-801-1641 or visit her website.

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Many real estate agents are animal lovers and have pets of our own, but we have all shared stories of having our fingers or ankles nipped by furry creatures during a showing. We have opened the front door to the home we are showing only to have a purebred Persian kitten scoot toward the nearest busy street.

If you have pets and are going to put your house on the market, be sure to work out the showing arrangements carefully. It is important for us to be able to communicate to our colleagues what to expect when they pass through your front door. It is rare for pets to pose significant problems, but big dogs can be menacing. Buyers or agents may be allergic or even a little phobic about dogs or cats.

It is difficult to get a buyer excited about your home if he or she is sneezing continuously or unwilling to cross the threshold because your dog is barking away intruders.

If your agent knows there might be a problem, they can arrange ahead of time for you to walk the dog, vacuum the cat dander or do whatever is necessary to make sure that the showing goes smoothly.

Veda Wood is a top producer in metro Atlanta. For more tips, visit Veda’s website or call 770-926-0101.

In Atlanta, house calls are making a comeback, and Frenesa Hall, M.D, Founder, CEO and Chief Medical Officer of Mobile-Medicine.Net is leading the ‘health care on your terms’ movement!

Frustrated with the direction quality patient care was headed, instead of complaining, Dr. Hall decided to do something about it and thus her company was born.

Mobile-Medicine.Net was developed to bring back true convenience and quality health care to the patient. Participating physicians are able to rekindle their original spark for providing thorough and effective medical care without sacrificing the financial rewards commensurate with the responsibilities they accept.

After obtaining her undergraduate degree in Biology at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Dr. Hall earned her medical degree at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine. While at medical school, Dr. Hall became increasingly interested in ways to improve patient wellness programs including the use of alternative therapies when appropriate. She completed both her internship and residency in Baltimore, Maryland at the Franklin Square Hospital Center.

In 1992, Dr. Hall relocated to the Atlanta area where she established a highly successful private primary care practice. Additionally, she co-founded Health Balance, one of the first alternative medicine facilities in Lawrenceville, Georgia. After more than 10 years of service to the Lawrenceville communities, Dr. Hall sold her practice in order to pursue her passion for improving the health care environment for both patients and physicians.

Busy executives, stay-at-home moms or entertainers, if waiting rooms give you the chills, let the doctor come to you!

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This past weekend, the Sweet Auburn Heritage Festival was on full blast! It was amazing to see so many people. What was even more impressive was the incredible number of visitors who informed us that they found their doctor, dentist, realtor, etc., in our publication and on our podcast.

The pleasure we received from watching thousands of people pick up our business publications and brochures made us once again see the value of any business being in our network.

I’d like to personally thank a few of our clients who contributed to our success on this past weekend…

• • Dr. Gloria Campbell D’Hue, Atlanta’s Dermatologist to the Stars
  • Dr. Nedra Dodds, “Your Beauty Partner”
  • Kevin Turner, “Your Personal Wealth Navigator”
  • Dr. Danielle Wilson, Developer of Kissable Toothpaste
  • Dr. Anisa Hailey, Creator of Celebrity Smiles
  • LaShawn Parker, “The Foreclosure Specialist”
  • Sharon Mathis, “Atlanta’s Insurance Expert”
  • Dr. Sharon Harley, “Ageless Med Spa”
  • LaVerne Jones at Sign-A-Rama

Since April, we’ve been on our People You Need to Know Grass Roots Publicity Tour promoting our clients, and it has been quite an exciting ride. We’re already planning for the Auburn Festival that’s held in the spring; this one usually receives crowds of 450-500,000!

Thanks again to everyone who stopped by the People You Need to Know tent, we enjoyed your company and hope to see you at the next event!

- Spark Plug!

Attorney Karen Gregory Hines is a native of Baltimore, Maryland, who journeyed to Atlanta in 1983 to attend Spelman College. She graduated four years later with a B.A. Degree in Political Science.

Attorney Hines always had dreams of becoming a lawyer since she was nine years old. Her dreams led her to enroll in John Marshall Law School in Atlanta in 1988. She became very focused on her educational goals and graduated with the distinct honor of Cum Laude upon receiving a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) Degree in 1991. After law school, Ms. Hines took time to raise a family. She is now the proud mother of three precious children, Bria Simone, Eric II, and Joshua.

Attorney Hines’ legal career began while working for the distinguished former Senator, Leroy R. Johnson. While under the tutelage of Senator Johnson, Attorney Hines practiced in the areas of Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Family Law, Civil Litigation and Probate cases. She remained an associate in his firm for five years and learned how to navigate the courtroom arena with confidence. Although she was thankful for the opportunity provided by her mentor, she understood when the time came for her to spread her wings.

The law firm of Karen G. Hines & Associates was opened in July 2005. Attorney Hines now specializes in Family Law cases, Personal Injury and Probate Matters. She has had anywhere from 2-10 attorneys contracting with her firm for the purpose of conducting real estate closings. She strongly believes in working with others and supporting others in developing and attaining their goals.

Attorney Hines is a member of the Gate City Bar, and the American Bar Association. She is very active with her children’s education where she has served as past PTA president and currently serves as secretary. Her office can be reached at 404-768-2496.

1. If you are experiencing pain, your body is trying to tell you there is a problem. And generally, if you wait, the problem will get worse, which may lead to more pain, more expenses and/or loss of the tooth/teeth.

2. If you had a bad experience at a young age or otherwise, you tend not to go back. A way around this would be to ask for referrals from friends who had good experiences.

3. As a Healthcare Provider, I feel the patient is in charge when they come in for treatment. I am here to serve. As the patient, you have the right to ask questions, and accept or deny treatment.

4. As they say, “Your body is your temple.” Thus, without a healthy mouth, your body is not healthy. Any bacteria that you have in your mouth is transferred to all parts of your body. Without strong healthy teeth, your food cannot be broken down properly, leading to digestive and intestinal issues.

5. Some people are afraid to know if there is a problem, so they avoid having dental care. However, in the end, something small becomes larger, and more painful or costly. Go for regular check-ups to learn how to get and maintain a healthy mouth.

6. Patients have been victims of overpriced offices or misdiagnoses. To gain a better understanding of the recommended treatment, ask questions. Also, if further information is needed to feel comfortable, seek a second opinion.

7. Financial woes may cause fear for some because the treatment needed may be out of reach. There are options available: Dental Insurance Companies, Dental Finance Companies and individual office payment plans.

Dr. Terrilyn Reynolds recently opened her office in the Historic Fourth Ward, in Inman Park. She has been practicing dentistry for over 10 years and is the proud product of Spelman College and Howard University College of Dentistry. She is committed to providing superb dental care and oral health education to all children and families and works diligently to make the Atlanta community a healthy community.

Meet Dr. Reynolds and her team and begin to receive the warm, caring service and the best oral healthcare from Gentle Dental Care. Her office provides special rates and discounts for schools and organizations. Call today for an appointment (404) 524-8444.

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