South County Magazine July/August 2012

PUBLISHER’S NOTE

When we initially launched SouthCounty Magazine 18 months ago,we opted to publish six times ayear to determine the level of

participation and interest by the local busi-ness owners and res-idents who make upthe target markefor this community-oriented publication.

Thank you to our editorial contributors,advertising partners and our readership foryour feedback, support and participation.We are so thrilled with the responsewe've received that we are growing - both infrequency and in distribution - starting withthe next edition. Starting in September, we will be publishingmonthly and extending our geographic reach to includeMission Viejo.

We are also expanding our team and would like to welcome HeatherEvans and Cooper Rummell to the South County Magazine family! Arecent transplant from Spokane, Washington, Heather brings withher experience as a contributing writer for Spokane Coeur d'AleneLiving Magazine and SpokaneCDA Women Magazine. ASouthern California native,Cooper is currently studyingat the Walter Cronkite Schoolof Journalism at ArizonaState University.

In the cover story of thelast issue of South CountyMagazine, we inadvertently identified Anthony Holguin of RaymondPhotography as the photographer of all of the images used to illus-trate the cover feature. Anthony was the photographer who tookthe cover image and two of the four images used to highlight John

Paradise Automotive. The image ofthe exterior of the dealership at nightand the image of the interior of theshowroom should have been creditedto Allan Lat. Our apologies to Mr. Lat.

As always, we will continually striveto improve upon the publication with

each issue and welcome feed-back from our readership.Please e-mail me directly withany comments or suggestionsat [email protected]

Enjoy!

JULY / AUGUST 2012 4 SOUTH COUNTY MAGAZINE

Jody Robinson

COOPER

HEATHER

SOUTH COUNTYSOUTH COUNTYM A G A Z I N E

July / August 2012

South County Magazine serves the communitiesof San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano, Dana

Point, Laguna Niguel and Aliso Viejo

We will strive to continually improve with each edi-tion and welcome feedback from our

readers. For questions or comments, please e-mail the editor at [email protected]

"What a great magazine!!!!! With all the advertising I have done for Salon Bamboo overthe last seven years, I love the response I have gotten from South County Magazine.Whether you are a new business or existing ... It's great when your customers noticeyour advertising!" - Jamie Springer, Owner of Salon Bamboo and Del MarBeauty Supply, San Clemente

PublisherCommunity Publications LLC.

EditorJody Robinson (714) [email protected]

Associate EditorHeather Evans

Art DirectorDavid Perez

Entertainment EditorCherri Farah

[email protected]

Editorial AssistantChelsea Murphy

Editorial InternCooper Rummell

Sales & MarketingAnthony ArcurioMichael CupicMarlo MorrisonLorn Walberg

Distribution ManagersRolando Ruiz • David Starr

Advertising Inquiries(714) 469-3495

Contributing WritersRobert K. Faber, D.D.S.

Stephanie Frisch • Jeanine JustDennis Murphy • Betsy Sanz

Contributing PhotographerLana Farfan, Caught in the Mo-

ment Photography


“I really appreciate the help and support offered by Jody and her staff. Togetherwe came up with not only a successful ad and editorial, but have generated

enough business to increase our staff size. In the current state of the economy, it’sone thing to survive but thanks to South County Magazine we are thriving.”

- Candice Loren, C. Loren Studios, Dana Point

"My advertising placement in South County Magazine has already made adifference in my business. I am able to reach a large number of potential clients.The editorial opportunity was a great way to introduce The Worth Collection tomy target audience in a way that allowed me to share my 'story' andshowcase my services."- Lesley Boyer, The Worth Collection, San Clemente

"I've been using media advertising for 5 years. I'm used to having to wait a fewmonths for any phone calls when I start in a new publication. I was so pleasantly

surprised when my phone started ringing from the very FIRST ad that I placedwith South County Magazine. Jody really has done a great job for me."

- Stephanie Frisch, Insurance 101

“The same afternoon the publication went out into circulation, I received a calland signed on a new customer. The magazine looks great and allows me to target

specific areas that we haven’t had much exposure into previously. We look for-ward to a long and prosperous relationship with South County Magazine.”

– Mike Dougherty, Pacific Water Solutions, San Clemente

“I know when South County Magazine goes out into circulation because ourphone starts ringing. We love it!” - Scott E. West, D.D.S.

"Simply put, advertising in South County Magazine works. My participation has resultedin new customers and the process couldn't have been easier. Not only did the magazineoffer design services at no charge, they created a great ad without needing much inputfrom me because they took the time to really understand my business. The resulting addoes a great job of getting my 'message' out - I'm very pleased."- Betty Darroch, Mission Viejo Wigs, Mission Viejo

Hidden in a historic district, I wondered how anyone would find us. Of course,there's nothing like word-of-mouth, but when we decided to advertise, I felt thatSouth County Magazine was a good fit since it highlights all the best things to seeand do in the OC. Sure enough, we began hearing from our visitors that they sawus in the magazine and decided to check out our zoo. South County Magazine iscertainly something to crow about!" - Carolyn Franks, owner ZOOMARS Pet-

ting Zoo, San Juan Capistrano

"We have been involved with South County Magazine since its first edition in January2011. Monaco Jewelers was featured as the cover of the inaugural issue and weare still receiving positive feedback from customers - new and existing - who remem-ber seeing our showcase. Additionally, we are very happy with our advertising rela-tionship with South County Magazine and look forward many years of mutualsuccess and continued growth"

- Ron Pashaian, Monaco Jewelers, San Juan Capistrano

ADVERTISER TESTIMONIALS

"I keep hearing that print media is going away, but I can't find any evidence of thatbased on my experience in advertising with South County Magazine. For my busi-ness, it's been phenomenal - every time the magazine goes out, I consistently re-ceive calls that have resulted in a steady stream of new clients. I couldn't be happierwith my placement and encourage other local business owners looking for avenuesto increase their customer base to look no further than South County Magazine." -

Candice Lopez, owner, Call in the Crew

Spotlight On: SJC Pilates 24

The Importance ofPreventive Dental Care 26

Understanding Sleep Apnea 27

The “Turning 65 Epidemic” 28

Spotlight On: Vincent Michael Salon 30

Unique Boutique: Collective Habitin Laguna Niguel 32

Spotlight On: Dylan Del Prado 33

Capistrano Children’s Dentistry 40

Business Showcase: Gracie Barra Jiu Jitsu of Dana Point 42

Spotlight On: Plant Depot 10

American Cancer Society'sRoad to Recovery 12

Cover Story: Independence Bank 14

Spotlight On: BBQ Cleaning Services 16

Dining Out: Mission Grill in San Juan Capistrano 18

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14 IndependenceBank

Business Showcase:Worth Collection 20

Spotlight On:Star Motors 22


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Call it a gardener’s secret mecca, your favorite place to shop onthe weekend, or simply the best local plant nursery around, weknow you’re talking about the Plant Depot in San Juan Capis-trano.

This place takes plants seriously! So seriously, in fact, they even hostclasses and events to help you become one with your inner greenthumb. This place is definitely the go-to hot spot for upping your curbappeal, or adorning your home with gorgeous houseplants. Lookingfor something rare? No problem. They’ve got almost everything youcould think of, but if you can’t find it they’ll take pleasure in trackingit down for you.

“We’ve certainly changed a lot over the years, but one thing hasstayed the same. It’s always been and always will be about providingthe customer with the highest quality plants at the best price,” saysOwner Brent Kittle of his family owned and operated business thathas been serving the community for over 17 years.

Customers rave about Plant Depot’s stellar customer service, hugegift selection and incredible array of pottery, so don’t be shy to havea great time! Don’t forget, their fun and informative gardening classesand events page is constantly being updated, so visit them online andclick on the ‘Events and Gardening Classes’ page.

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Palma said. “When my mother was diagnosed with cancer, I had just started myjob,” she added.

Because Chris was new at her job and unable to take days off, she turned tothe American Cancer Society’s Road to Recovery® program to help drive hermother to cancer treatment.

Last year in Orange County, local volunteer drivers drove 418 cancer patientsto and from their cancer treatments for a total of 15,974 rides. This year, it isestimated that 12,005 Orange County residents will hear the words, “you havecancer.”

To become a volunteer driver, you must have a valid California driver’s license.You must also have a safe, reliable vehicle, proof of automobile insurance, gooddriving history and be in good health.

Because getting to treatment should be the easy part.You can give back by volunteering to drive cancerpatients to treatment. Every day, hundreds of cancerpatients need a ride to and from treatment, andsome don’t have a way to get there.

Volunteer drivers of the Road to Recovery program give can-cer patients encouragement and support while donatingtheir time and the use of their vehicles. The American Can-cer Society coordinates the free program from recruitmentto screening to training volunteer drivers.

“The Road to Recovery program saved my job,” ChristinePayette, cancer survivor and Relay For Life participant of La

American Cancer Society“Road to Recovery” ProgramNo one should be alone for the ride

If you are interested in volunteering in the American Cancer Society’s Road to Recovery program,please call 1-800.227.2345 or visit cancer.org

Funds raised for the American Cancer Society save lives andcreate more birthdays in your community by helping peoplestay well, by helping people get well, by finding cures and by

fighting back.

certain industries such as medical/dental and small to medium-sizedescrow companies."

As is true of each of the Independence Bank branches, the San JuanCapistrano office shares the company culture of service - both to itscustomers and to the communities they serve.

"We are fortunate to have great people at every level in the bank whoare all dedicated to make our customer’s experience pleasant and suc-cessful," says Larry. "We are very involved in our communitiesthrough local chambers of commerce, service clubs such as Kiwanisand Rotary, and local organizations such as the Boys and Girls Clubs.Additionally, the bank offers a wide range of deposit and lending prod-ucts for individuals, families and businesses."

Toward that end, Independence Bank's online banking services andmobile banking adds the technical innovation that today’s customersdemand.

"We provide our customers with services that set us apart," saysLarry. "For example, our debit card customers can go to any ATM ma-


Atrue “community bank," Independence Bank is everythingyou'd expect from a local financial institution with roots inthe city it serves. The members of its friendly, dedicatedstaff are familiar faces at virtually every community-ori-ented event, its banking customers are reflective of thecommunities served by each of its four Orange County

branches: The first branch and the corporate offices opened in New-port Beach in 2004. In early 2006, the South County Regional Officewas opened in San Juan Capistrano. Next came the Fountain Valleybranch and, November 2011, the Tustin office opened its doors.

“Independence Bank is a community bank that offers its customers a“small” bank experience coupled with the latest in technology,” saysC. Lawrence "Larry" Thomas, first vice president and South CountyRegional Manager. "Most of our competitors are large banks that offertheir customers a different experience.

"The bank serves individuals and families as well as businesses.Among our team are experienced and knowledgeable businessbankers. While the bank does not specialize in certain industries, wedo have considerable experience with (and some special programs for)

by Jody Robinson • photography by Lana Farfan, Caught in the Moment Photography

Independence BankCommitment to community and personalized business banking

To connect with Larry or any member of the Independence Bank team in San Juan Capistrano, stop by the branch in thePlaza del Rio (Von's Center) at 32291 Camino Capistrano in San Juan Capistrano, call (949) 373-1578

or visit www.independence-bank.net. Member FDIC.


chine in the United States and withdraw cash. If there is a charge,we automatically reimburse it. If a customer needs a Notary Pub-lic, come to any branch and the service is free.

"All employees of Independence Bank are dedicated to addingvalue to our community, our customer relationships and ourshareholders. We will accomplish this by striving for perfectionin all that we do, each and every day."

From the accolades of its customers and awards received, it's ev-ident that city leaders and business customers have recognizedthe efforts of the Independence Bank team in our community:Independence Bank was selected as “Business of the Year” in2008 by the San Juan Capistrano Chamber of Commerce andLarry Thomas was selected as “Business Leader of the Year” in2010 by the Mayor of the City of San Juan Capistrano.

“When we opened our business in San Juan Capistrano, wewanted to work with a local bank that truly cares about their cus-tomers and local businesses," says John Gillotti, owner of Mis-sion Grill in San Juan Capistrano. "Our bank is great to us andthe community they serve. It makes a huge difference for us tohave a banking partner like Independence Bank.”

Sherry Behzadi, owner of Charisma Beauty Supply & Salon inSan Juan Capistrano, agrees with John's assessment and adds"Independence Bank offers me great customer service and con-venience. They know me, and I'm not just a number like withother banks. My banker is truly connected with my business andwith my community. That's why I bank with Independence Bank."

“The bank is profitable, well capitalized and well positioned tobring our excellence in customer service and innovative productsand technology to individuals, families and businesses in ex-panded areas in Orange County and beyond,” says Larry.


cer causing) and the insects,mice and other rodents whotake up residence underneathgrills where crumbs are plen-tiful, you can bet we'll be uti-lizing his services.

"A clean grill is a healthygrill," says Andre Vigel, who has been specializing in keepinggrills sparkling for over a decade. "It is our mission to clean andrestore barbecue grills in order to ensure safe barbecuing andthe best tasting food directly from the grill."

Scores of happy South County home grilling enthusiasts attestto the difference cooking on a clean grill can really make. Andfor my part, with two young children, I'm particularly concernedwith the health aspects addressedby Andre's expertise.

"It doesn’t make sense to cleanwith products that bring toxins tothe grill I'm supposed to be makingclean, which is why all of the clean-ing products I use are 100% non-toxic and biodegradeable," says Andre. "Ibelieve not only in a clean grill, but also in ahealthy environment, and it shows with everyjob the company completes."

To be honest, until Andre, owner of the South County-based BBQ Grill Clean-ing Services approached me about possibly participating in the magazine,I'd never really given much thought to the cleaning of our home barbecue.But after hearing about the common accumulation of food particles that cancontribute to making our otherwise delicious grilled dishes carcinogenic (can-

SPOTLIGHT ON:

BBQ Grill Cleaning Servicesby Jody Robinson

Healthy Eating!

To connect with Andre, call (949) 374-1432 or visit www.bbqcleaningservices.com.Check out his ad in this issue for $50 off your first cleaning service

BEFORE

AFTER


day and arrives filled with grilled shrimp, rice,cabbage, pico de gallo and salsa verde. For kids10 and under who need a little comfort food be-fore seeing a movie or taking a train ride,Diego’s Chicken Strips with fries or the reliablemac ‘n cheese should do the trick.

Located directly across from the Mission SanJuan, the Mission Grill's most distinctive featureis an expansive outdoor patio perfect for organ-ized gatherings and celebrations or a quicklunch on the go. Picture this: Kicking back undera canopy of red umbrellas, eating flavorful (andvery reasonably priced) entrees while listeningto Jimmy Buffet’s “Boat Drinks." (Also want tomention a super clean, easily accessible, ADA-approved restroom - typically super elusivewhen dining al fresco).

We ended our delicious mid-afternoon outingwith talk of a return trip already in the works!

A longtime San Clemente resident, DennisMurphy counts among his fa-vorite pastimes exploring themany diverse culinary destina-tions unique to South County.

the new Mission Grill in San Juan Capis-trano with my family, I couldn’t help butthink it a lucky sign to hear an obscureBob Marley song playing in the back-ground. The music matched the laid-backvibe and inviting menu which featuredmany options - from authentic Mexicanfare to pastrami sandwiches, customburgers, soups and salads. A moment ofnostalgia came over me when I noticed anumber of bottled specialty sodas withnames like “Bubble Up,” “Route 66” RootBeer and “Sioux City Sarsaparilla,” - anyof which sound as though they'd be per-fectly paired with the Mission Grill'sSanta Cruz Beach Burger withcaramelized onions.

On this beautiful So Cal day, our choicescalled for traditional Tacos and Burritosin addition to Grilled Veggie Salads(Think grilled, roasted peppers andmushrooms draped over Romaine lettucethen tossed with an Italian Vinaigretteand served with a side of tasty Feta andHummus). When it came to burritos,“Miguel’s Shrimp Burrito ($6.95) won the

“RESIDENT” RESTAURANT REVIEWby Dennis Murphy

Owner John Gillotti withwife Christina and daughters

Eliana and Giovana

There is nothing I like better than tryingnew restaurants in South County, par-ticularly when the menu offers some-thing for everyone. On a recent visit to

Mission Grill SJC • 31721 Camino Capistrano • San Juan Capistrano(949) 240-8055 • www.missiongrillsjc.com

understand that women were entrepreneurial, andthat a beautiful, versatile and quality wardrobe thatfits a woman perfectly is the result of a keen eyeand personal service.

Fast forward thirty years or so and Lesley, a school-teacher, found herself a single mother staring downthe looming prospect of college tuition for her twosons, without the money to pay for it. She cameacross a company doing exactly what her mother hadtaken advantage of – a high-end clothing line, repre-sented by personal shoppers and by appointmentonly. Lesley knew that she could be that representa-tive (it was, after all, what she had grown up around)and send her kids to school with the extra income.

A couple of years later, Lesley was acknowledged asone of that company’s top twenty representatives inthe country, and she had a

new career on her hands. Today, Lesley main-tains a dedicated clientele on behalf of whomshe keeps that keen eye out for the perfectgarments made by Worth New York, a supe-rior line of forward designs made of customfabrics, produced to last.

For two weeks at the beginning of every sea-son, Lesley books personal appointments,works with the collection in her home tofind the right style and fit for each client, anddelivers the clothes personally when ordersarrive.

While most of Lesley’s clientele is in SouthOrange County and Long Beach (where shehas clients who have shopped with her fordecades), she consults for women all overthe country via private web appointments.As Lesley likes to say, “Winter, Spring, Sum-mer, Fall – all you have to do is call.”

If you’re looking for quality clothing that’sdesigned for mix-and-match versatility fromcasual to classy, Worth New York is worththe time. More importantly, if you’re lookingfor highly personalized service that rede-fines the shopping experience, Lesley Boyeris worth a call.

Lesley Boyer’s mother was ahead of her time. Whilemost of her friends were homemaking in 1950sLong Beach, she was a real estate maven and anentrepreneur. She was also a woman of impeccablestyle. At the time, the trunk show method of shop-ping was becoming popular. Sales associates repre-

senting exclusive clothing lines would book privateappointments in their homes. There, ladies would choose thelatest fashions to be delivered to them personally. The repre-sentatives kept Lesley’s mother at the height of fashion, as Les-ley looked on. It was in this way that Lesley grew up to

Personal Service,Timeless Style

Set an appointment with Lesley by calling (949) 496-7229. See the Worth New Yorkseason preview by visiting www.worthnewyork.com.

How South County local Lesley Boyerredefines the shopping experience

by Betsy Sanz



Living Up To TheirName:Star Motors

by Heather Evans

BUSINESS SHOWCASE

Connect with Chris and Emma at calling (949) 443-1970, stop by their luxury automotive repair facility at32955 Calle Perfecto in San Juan Capistrano or visit www.star-motors.com

Number One Auto Repair shop and hold title to theBest Customer Service award.

Specializing in foreign auto repair, difficult-to-diagnoseengine problems, givingback to the communityand the art of premiumservice, Star Motors’ ASEor Factory Certified tech-nicians consider this anaverage day on the job.

“We started with a focuson foreign auto repairwhen we opened the doorsin 2008,” says Chris. “Cur-rently, we’ve expanded intoall types of makes and mod-els. We just want you to walk

in the door and experience how the Automotive RepairIt’s not uncommon to be in the waiting area at Star Motorsand see everyone actually enjoying themselves. That’s be-cause Star Motors’ co-owners Chris Knuth and Emma Sil-vera take the meaning of customer service seriously. Their idea ofbusiness sets them apart, and that’s the reason why they’ve been voted the

Star Motors’ co-owners Chris Knuth(pictured in center, blue shirt) andEmma Silvera (L) celebrate thegrand re-opening of their luxuryautomotive repair facility with aSan Juan Chamber of Commerce

ribbon cutting


Heather Evans is a retro lovin' gal fromMoscow, Idaho and currently lives in Orange,

California. She's a copywriter, columnist,slight vintage hoarder and closet soul singer.

Industry should really run- with a focuson the customer.”

Chris and Emma hold a higher standardfor their employees as well. Each person,no matter what their title holds, mustcomplete no fewer than 40 hours yearlyon continuing education. They are proudto announce most of their team is wellinto 100 hours so far this year. Thesequalities truly set them apart from otherrepair companies, and Star Motors makessure you’re offered complimentary shut-tle services, towing and loaner vehicleswhen you’re in need. Plus, the aforemen-tioned waiting room is easy on the eyes:they’ve turned it into an art gallery, fea-turing local artists.

“Everyone that walks through the doorsof Star Motors is treated with respect,”adds Emma. “We’re female friendly -we’re just honest. We want you to enjoyyour experience with us. We have thebest trained professionals working onyour vehicle, why not enjoy the wait?”

Plans to expand the number of techniciansand service advisors, hosting more com-munity-centered activities and additionalwomen/teen centered car care clinicsare all well underway. When it comes toStar Motors, one thing is certain: Doingwhat’s right, and exceeding your expecta-tions are just all in a day’s work.


Expires 8.15.12 • New Orders Only

SPOTLIGHT ON:

To connect with Julie, call (949) 248-1088, visitwww.sjcpilates.com or stop by her studio at

31952 Camino Capistrano in San Juan [email protected]

SJC Pilates & Spinning

A n increasing number of enthusiasts are turning toward Pilatesfor a workout that strengthens, tones, increases flexibility andoffers the added bonus of stress relief.

To meet the demand, scores of Pilates studios seem to have croppedup in record numbers across South County in recent years. But onlya few local studios, like the San Juan Capistrano-based SJC Pilates,can offer the appropriate classes, equipment and instruction to ac-commodate every fitness level.

Students here range in age from young adults to seniors - includingthose looking for something different for people who have com-pleted physical therapy and are easing back into their workoutregimens.

For those who really want to achieve a long, lean physique, you needto blend the body-sculpting benefits of Pilates with fat-melting car-dio training. While many studios offer Pilates mat and Reformerclasses, few also feature the cardio component that will yield thedramatic results to literally transform your body.

Specializing in Pilates Reformer, Gyrotonics, Circuit Training, TRXand Mat Pilates, SJC Pilates (located in the Mercado Village Court-yard Shops in San Juan Capistrano) provides the perfect venue andexpert instruction to help local residents get fit and feel great.

“Pilates is simply the best form of exercise I have ever come acrossin my 30+ years of teaching group classes,” says Owner Julie Kilduff,a Master Personal Fitness Trainer and Certified Personal Trainer. “Pi-lates elongates your muscles and tones your body without addingbulk. Our circuit training classes have an emphasis on core strength,full body toning and fat burning in a fun atmosphere.”

“I love what I do and so much of the gratification I receive from thisjob is in making exercise fun and helping our clients turn workingout into a way of life. IIt gives me such pleasure to meet someonewho has never worked out before and motivate them to exerciseand truly enjoy every moment of their time here.”


essary treatment is far more complex (and costly!) than itwould have been if regular, routine exams and proper den-tal care were put into practice. Additionally, the necessarytreatment to address more advanced cases often rendersa compromised long-term prognosis for the tooth/teethaffected by the disease. Moreover, there are many scien-tific studies that have linked dental diseases to an individ-ual's increased risk for strokes, heart attacks and otherserious events that truly can compromise a person’s lifes-pan and/or quality of life.

Early diagnosis and treatment is in the best interest ofevery individual's oral health, systemic health and eco-nomic health.

Today, many Orange County residents are experiencingeconomic challenges that have been unprecedented inmost of our lifetimes. Watching savings dwindle, losing in-surance benefits or losing one’s job understandably makesyou want to tighten your belt. Unfortunately, dental dis-eases like cavities, and periodontal/gum disease continueto progress with no regard to your economic situation. Ifyour goal is to maintain a healthy body and save yourteeth for the enjoyment of eating the foods you love - aswell as minimizing the

that now is the standard of dentalcare in the 21st century. Dental cavi-ties and periodontal disease are twoof the most common ailments affect-ing people of all ages.

Dental cavities and periodontal disease are generally painlessuntil the condition(s) have progressed to the point that the nec-

Don’t wait ‘til it hurts.”These words were themaxim for preventivedentistry, a conceptpopularized in the 70’s

Robert K. Faber and his team of dental care professionals can help you with the financialaspects of receiving the care you need. Connect with him by calling (949) 493-3376

or visit www.capistranodentist.com. His offices are located at31921 Camino Capistrano • Suite 21 in San Juan Capistrano

The Importance ofPreventive Dental Careby Robert K. Faber, DDS

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When it comes to early diagnosis andtreatment of common dental diseases, an ounce ofprevention is worth far more than a pound of cure

cost of staying healthy, early diagnosisand regular preventive care is the obviousanswer.


or longer. These Apnea events put significant stress on your heart, lungsand blood pressure, not to mention your mood and overall health. And, leftuntreated, they can increase your chances of a heart attack or stroke.

Your doctor may have recommended a medical device called the CPAPmask. The CPAP mask is worn over your nose and mouth much like a pilot'soxygen mask. The air pressure from the mask opens the airway to allow thepatient to receive an adequate amount of oxygen to keep the heart func-tioning normally throughout the night and to help the brain receive enoughoxygen.

Maybe you have already tried the CPAP, and as much as you try, it just does-n't result in a good night's sleep for you. Perhaps you have boxed it up andput it away in the closet thinking that one day you'll try again - because youknow you have to do something - but what?

Literature and statistics now show that the best alternative for patients whocannot tolerate the CPAP mask is Oral Appliance Therapy. An oral applianceis a device the patient wears in their mouth at night that attempts to dupli-cate the effects of the CPAP mask. And it functions without hoses, leads,pumps and straps!

Seek out a dentist who is well versed in this field; he or she should be ableto interpret Sleep Studies (reports that show the severity of the SleepApnea); use such instruments as a Pharyngometer (a computer which meas-ures the changes created by different appliances); andhis/her staff should be expert in the billing of insuranceclaims, and working with Medicare.

Every morning millions of Americans wake up feeling groggy andtired, even after getting a full night's rest. If you get up in themorning feeling like you never slept at all; if you have a hardtime concentrating throughout the day; if you are experiencingdepression or memory loss; you may have a sleep disorderknown as Sleep Apnea.

People suffering from Sleep Apnea stop breathing during their sleep, some-times hundreds of times throughout the night. This can last for a minute

Connect with Dr. West by calling (949) 829-6700 or visit www.cannotusecpap.com or his offices at22672 Lambert St. #603 in Lake Forest. A member of the Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine and a Medicare provider,

Dr. West has limited his practice exclusively to the treatment of this important area of medicine(Snoring, Sleep Apnea, and CPAP Intolerance).

Understanding Sleep ApneaBy Scott E. West, D.D.S.


It almost seems to be an “epidemic” - people telling me when we first sit down; “I can’t believe I’m 65,I don’t feel that old."

I’m not too concerned when people have enough retirement income to help subsidize their “meager”social security checks for the next 20 or so years. I’m even not concerned when they tell me theyhave NO idea how Medicare works and that they didn’t know about late enrollment penalties, etc.; be-cause I can help with that. But I get a sinking feeling when I hear statements like “I don’t know whatI’m going to do, I can’t survive on my Social Security alone and when my husband was alive, he tookcare of this sort of stuff.”

I also see a lot of single women “aging in” that have been divorced for 20-something years. These arethe free-spirited women who enjoyed their teenage years during the early 60’s and raised their kidsduring the 70’s. At the time when they divorced, they were in their 40’s and the world was theirs!Their kids were grown, they had a job, they felt self-sufficient and in control of their lives.

That picture has often changed drastically by the time I meet with them. Most feel defeated and hope-less and full of regret for their lack of planning and poor choices. I can help show them some optionsof low income subsidies that the government provides, but with 10,000 people aging into Medicareevery day, those subsidies aren’t going make it to everyone that needs them.

Medicare isn’t free, you pay a premium for your Part B and that amount varies year to year. MedicareA & B doesn’t cover everything, there are deductibles, co-insurance and benefit limits. Medicaredoesn’t cover prescription drugs. You must provide yourself with a drug plan. If you’re in a skillednursing facility over 100 days, it’s your financial responsibility.

If you didn’t know any of this, then you owe it to yourself to set up a time to talk to a professionalso you have an idea of what’s ahead of you. Trust me - we’ll all be 65 beforewe know it.

The “Turning 65” Epidemicby Stephanie Frisch

Stephanie Frisch is the owner of Insurance 101 and is anindependent insurance broker dedicated to helping others make

“educated decisions” about their insurance choices when it comes tohealth insurance, life insurance, long-term care planning

and annuities. For answers to your questions, or an in-home,no-fee consultation, call (949) 351-2443


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Be advised: this isn’t your average salon. From the mo-ment you walk in the door, it’s clear they want to meetyou, get to know you, and help create a new look for youthat you never even knew you could pull off! While theyspecialize in creative cut and colors, as well as BrazilianBlowouts and Keratin treatments, everything they do ispractically an art. You’ll definitely want to indulge yourselfin their incredible massage therapy, facial services, oreven a relaxing mani-pedi combo. One thing’s for sure, you

will not feel this fabulous from any other salon. It doesn’t matter who youare, each client is treated like their only client.

When you are in the salon chair, your biggest concern should be what mag-azine to read, and how you are going to possibly make itto your car without someone mistaking you for a celebwith your hot new look. That’s what the Vincent MichaelSalon will do for you!

If you’re having a ‘fat’ day then stretchypants are the cure. But nothing, -not even ahat- can hide a bad hairstyle. This prettymuch sums up the importance of having the

most talented, professional hair stylist do your hair,and that’s where the Vincent Michael Salon comes in. This SanJuan Capistrano hot spot is known for having some of the mostskilled stylists around. Vincent Newlan, owner, was inspired toopen this shop after working in Beverly Hills for over 30 years.He’s been kind enough to take his talent our way and share itwith our locks for over eight years now. Vincent Michael Salonhas become so popular by word of mouth that plans to expandto another location are well underway for this fall!

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Remember, appointments are highly coveted, so book yours ASAP by calling (949) 481-6577 or stop by the salonat 32272 Camino Capistrano in San Juan Capistrano.

About the author: Heather Evans is a retro lovin' gal from Moscow, Idaho and currently lives in Orange, California.She's a copywriter, columnist, slight vintage hoarder and closet soul singer.

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There’s no high-pressure sales experience here. In fact, it feels more like you’re shopping ina friend’s closet.

One look at the way ensembles are put together on display and it’s evident that Ashley hasan eye for fashion, but it is her “huge heart and ability to make friends with everyone,” that

As a girl who likes to shop, I’m reluctant to writethis editorial feature and introduce SouthCounty’s fashion forward females to what I be-lieve has been one of Laguna Niguel’s best-keptretail secrets for the past six months.

But after meeting the young couple who own and oper-ate Collective Habit, I feel compelled to share their story… even at the expense of clueing the rest of the commu-nity into the array of great designer blouses, dresses,skirts, jeans and accessories they’ll find here - withoutthe high price tags they’d typically find in a boutiqueshopping experience.

A consignment/exchange boutique, Collective Habitcarries new and gently worn clothing and accessoriesfor women – most bearing major brand names at a frac-tion of their original price.

The store’s owners, Mitch and Ashley O’Leary areas personable and charming as can be (Ashley’sgrandmother and the couple’s young children canoften be found keeping their parents company inthis true “family” business).


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sets their store apart, according to her husband (and obviouslyNo. 1 fan).

“We try to only put out the best clothing possible on the floor, wekeep the prices low, and try to give our customers a great shop-ping experience through customer service and an attractive en-vironment,” says Mitch.

The clothing Mitch and Ashley select (fromcustomers who want to sell their items orthose who would prefer to take storecredit) are generally from within the lastfashion season or two or classic, timelesspieces designed to enhance virtually anyensemble currently residing in your closet.

The way it works is simple: Make an ap-pointment to bring in your gently wornclothing or accessories and for the itemsMitch and Ashley choose, they will give youthe option of 30% of the price they believethey will be able to sell the item for in cashor 50% in store credit.

I had a dress in my closet with the tags stillattached that (for nearly a year) I keptthinking I was going to lose enough weightto wear. When I got over that silly notion, Ibrought it in to Collective Habit, took ad-vantage of the 50% store credit andwalked out with a beautiful new dress withtags attached that obviously came fromsomeone with a similarmindset.


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Boy, the next time I need to drum up the motiva-tion to achieve a goal, I just need to remembermeeting Dylan Del Prado and witnessing whatthis remarkable young man has been able to ac-

complish in the face ofseemingly insurmount-able obstacles.

A Dana Point native,Dylan, 18, was diag-nosed with epilepsyeight years ago. Hehas what his mom,Kris, calls “pretty se-vere” grand malseizures (charaterizedby unconsciousness,convulsions and mus-cle rigidity).

Given his diagnosis,the last thing I’d haveexpected Dylan to list

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Anyone interested in contributing can visit the site (www.tri4epilepsy.com)or call Dylan at (949) 278-4651

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among his recent achievements is completing a triathlon – a multi-sportevent (1.2 mile swim, 56 mile bike ride, and 13.1 mile run) involvingtremendous physical strength and endurance.

“I started doing triathlons for fun in the Summer of 2011,” says the recentDana Hills High School graduate. “After the third race, I discovered I coulduse my participation in these events to help raise awareness aboutepilepsy..”

When Dylan expressed an interest in participating in triathlons, his family(Kris, Dad Randy and sister Ryann, 21) was understandably worried thathe could have a seizure while running, riding the bike or even morefrightening, out in the water.

“I can feel it coming on, so when I know it’s about to happen, I can callfor help or get myself over to a safe spot,” says Dylan, who was able toget to the safety boat before a seizure during a recent event. During an-other triathlon, Dylan had a seizure while cycling. Once he regained con-sciousness, Dylan opted to continue – it was slow going, but he finished.

“After I raced after my first half Ironman, it became my goal to get outthere and show people that even with epilepsy that you can do stuff. Iwant to raise awareness so people understand what epilepsy is and whatit isn’t.”

Dylan initially participated in the triathlons without the appropriate gear(he didn’t have the money to purchase a good bike, full wetsuit or evennew running shoes that most of his counterparts in the competition weresporting), but he didn’t let that stop him.

It wasn’t long before his courage and determination caught the eye ofthe “powers-that-be” at the HITS Triathlon Series and sponsors like RaceDay Transport, which ships participants’ bikes and gear to the event. Hehas since been outfitted with some clothes and a new bike (he retiredthe old BMX bike he had been racing on).

Today, Dylan is hoping to gain additional sponsorship to raise the fundsnecessary to continue to participate in triathlons across the country andcontinue to raise awareness about epilepsy.

1. How did you perfect the lasertreatment for fungal nails?Ivar Roth, DPM: After performing thou-sands of laser fungal toenail treatments, Ideveloped and refined a proprietary proto-col coupled with the newest second gen-eration FDA approved laser. The new laserwith its digital readouts allows me to tellprecisely how much energy is required tokill the fungus. With this information, I cal-culate a specific customized laser treatment tailored to each patient. This patient specifictreatment means that no two patients are given the same laser treatment. In addition, I in-vented a new way to get rid of the fungal infection in the toenails. Before your lasertreatment, I will perform Maximum Nail Reduction (MNR) which removes at least 80% f your fungus in a single office visit. This exclusive protocol is so effective that I appliedfor a patent and it is currently only available at my office. The initial treatment fee includes asecond treatment session in order to ensure your success.

2) What is the cost for laser toenailtreatment?IR: The treatments are broken downinto two easy to understand compo-nents. The first is the examinationand nail treatment which may be cov-ered by insurance. The second part isthe actual laser treatment which isnot covered. A one-time examinationfee of $500 is charged during the first

session which covers both the fee for the initial examination as well as the follow-up officevisit. There is a separate laser fee of $70 for each toe which is also paid upfront and coverstwo laser treatments. For example, treating one toe would be $570; however if all ten toe-nails are treated, the charge would be $1200. For severe infections, a third laser treatmentmay be necessary. Exclusive anti-fungal products are sold separately. You are not forced totreat all your nails as may be mandatory at other offices.

3) Are there any other problemsassociated with fungal toenailinfections?IR: Dry, scaly skin, cracked heelsor thick calluses are commonproblems directly associated withinfected toe nails. Dr. Roth has de-veloped a unique bedtime skintreatment regimen to eliminate

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From the moment you enterCapistrano Children’s Dentistry,you know this is not your typicaldental office.

Everything here is tailored for kids-from the cheerful murals through-out the office to the TV’s on theceilings (children watch moviesduring their visit!). There are alsovideo games, books and toys inthe waiting room to keep kids andtheir siblings entertained. Theyeven offer different flavors oftoothpaste (birthday cake, choco-late and bubblegum to name a few)and have a “No Cavity Club” wherekids can win prizes for staying cav-ity free.

Dr. Anna Chand and Dr. Clara Leehave created a place where kidsfeel excited about visiting the dentist.

“My kids (ages 4 and 5) race to the door of Capistrano Children’sDentistry and then at the end of their appointments, I have to dragthem away. There is no better testament to the high quality carethat they receive here.”

“I know it may sound hard to be-lieve, but I’ve probably heard overa 1,000 times from parents abouthow their kids get excited to comesee us,” says Dr. Lee. “That is thebest compliment we can ever re-ceive as dentists. If the kids enjoycoming to see us, then they’llgrow up to be adults who seek outregular dental care, and that isour primary goal.”

The practice, which started in Irvinein the mid-80s, expanded to SanJuan Capistrano in 2011 to meet theneeds of a growing number ofSouth Orange County families whowere making the long drive toIrvine to see Drs. Lee and Chand.

“From my own experience, there isno doubt that the dentists and the staff at Capistrano Children’sDentistry, want to develop lasting and rewarding relationships withthe families they serve.”

“Our motto is to treat others as you would like to be treated,” saysDr. Chand. “If a patient or parent has any questions or concerns,we want them to feel like we’re trusted friends they can alwaysreach by phone. We try to respect our busy parents’ schedules byseeing patients on time and we try to communicate effectively sothat our parents can make wise and informed decisions for theirchild. In short, we want to provide high quality dentistry and cus-tomer service in a warm and friendly environment for our families.”

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Connect with Dr. Anna Chand and Dr. Clara Lee by calling(949) 661-3380, stop by their office at 31103 Rancho Viejo Rd.Suite D5 in San Juan Capistrano or visit www.childrensdentistry.com


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Self development. Discipline. Self defense. Character develop-ment. These are all traits any parent would want to instill intheir children and the main reasons why my husband and Ichose to enroll our five-year-old son in Gracie Barra Jiu Jitsuin Dana Point.

Open since December 2009 in the Blue Lantern Plaza (at the cornerof PCH and Blue Lantern), the Gracie BarraJiu-Jitsu studio specializes in self defense andBrazilian Jiu-JItsu for men, women and chil-dren of all ages.

In the few short months since our son startedthe program, he has truly thrived in the en-couraging, fun atmosphere and in interactingwith his fellow students and the instructors.What is particularly nice for the class ofmostly 4 – 6 year olds is that there are three“coaches” on the mat throughout the 50-minute class, so all the students receive indi-vidualized, personal attention. All of the instructors I’ve witnessed areincredibly patient, supportive and seem to have an affinity for teach-ing their art to children.

“I attribute the success of the business to date to our people,” saysFlavio Almeida, executive director, Gracie Barra (GB) Association andprofessor, GB Dana Point and GB San Clemente. “Gracie Barra hasbeen an amazing magnet, attracting good people. From the staff tothe students, every individual has been very committed to the teamand their training, as well as the growth of the school.”

Almeida, who has been practicing Jiu-Jitsu his entire life, says GracieBarra has “transformed me and my family in so many ways and we

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are really motivated to expose as many people in our community tothe amazing benefits of the practice – from improved confidence,strength and coordination to personal discipline.”

“We are dedicated to teaching martial arts at its prime form providingthe best training experience possible,” he says. “All of our instructorsundergo the ‘Gracie Barra Instructors Certification Program ‘ – an in-

tense training to review and enhance theirteaching skills and methodology. Our classesare run using curriculums and teaching meth-ods developed by our founder Carlos GracieJr. and, most importantly, we have our stu-dents goals in mind all the time. Jiu-Jtsu is atool for each team member to discover his orher own strengths and grow from their weak-nesses and we are here to help them.”

In terms of future growth, Almeida says heplans to expand the schedule of offerings toinclude cardio classes for men and women

based on basic self-defense and martial arts.

“This class will be a variation of what is commonly known as cardiokickboxing,” he says. “This summer, we will also add a Mixed MartialArts Program with the goal of providing our advanced students withtraining so they can continue to develop their self defense skills.”

Almeida adds that “martial arts training is not what most people thinkabout when considering a new hobby.”

“We pride ourselves of teaching Jiu-Jitsu for everyone,” he adds.“Martial arts can become a lifestyle that will improve your overall well-being as well that of your entire family.”

Connect with Professor Flavio by calling (949) 388-8886, stop by the studio34085 Pacific Coast Hwy in Dana Point (in the Blue Lantern Plaza) or visit www.gbdanapoint.com


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