Dental Mini-Implants: Surgical Technique Explained
By Jeffrey Jones, DDS The invention of the mini dental implant has been quite an achievement for cosmetic and restorative dentistry. It has provided long term, good looking, cost-effective replacements for individuals who suffer with broken, missing, or damaged teeth. Dental implants have been in existence since the early 1970s. As dental technology advanced, dental […]
Don’t Get Scammed!
Submitted by Allison Fisher, Community Relations Director, Welbrook Senior Living In today’s world, scamming senior citizens is a common practice. Criminals target older adults because they are often more trusting. However, there are several ways that a senior citizen can avoid being scammed. Below are some helpful tips to avoid any scamming techniques. Tip 1: […]
Exercise for Your Ears?
Submitted by Sound Choice Hearing Clinic There are hundreds of benefits from daily exercise. We know that daily aerobic exercise improves brain function, helps maintain a healthy cardiovascular system, helps regulate insulin levels, and slows aging. Just as a healthy body is fostered through proper nutrition, regular exercise, adequate rest, and good hygienic practices, so […]
Treating People, Not Patients
By Alexander Germanis Physical balance is something that tends to be equated with things like riding a bike, performing gymnastics, or being able to stand steadily on a ladder. The real scope of balance extends to practically everything we do, whether it’s simply standing up or walking down a hallway without stumbling into the wall. […]
Caregiving After the Diagnosis
Submitted by Reflections Memory Care If your family member or friend has received a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease, it’s important to learn as much as you can about the disease and how to care for someone who has it. You may also want to know the right way to share the news with family and […]
Science-Based Suggestions for Self-Confidence
Submitted by Twin City Plastic Surgery A recent study shows your perception of your own image has a profound effect on how you present yourself to the rest of the world. Those findings could be empowering since even small changes to your self-care routine can significantly boost your self-confidence. The study by researchers at the […]
Frequently Asked Questions About Varicose Veins
Submitted by Bohn, Nielsen, Castillo, and Wright, The Vein Specialists, LLC If you are currently suffering from varicose veins or at risk of developing them in the future, here are a few helpful answers to common questions about venous health. Varicose veins are a common circulatory disorder, affecting as many as 23 percent of American adults. […]
Trust in Dental Implants Changing the Face of Dentistry Part 1
By Alexander Germanis It has long been said to not judge a book by its cover. This axiom extends to not judging a person by their looks; nevertheless, humans do that — whether consciously or subconsciously. One of the most influential parts of the face, one we often judge or determine trust by, is the […]
Disney Dreams to Retirement Planning
By Krista McBeath, McBeath Financial Group It’s been said that many people put more thought into planning a family vacation than they do into planning their retirement. Personally, I love a great vacation and I definitely understand the planning involved. At the top of the list of our family’s favorite destinations is Disney World, and […]
Do You Really Need a Car?
Submitted by Bike BloNo You may have noticed that more and more people are using bicycles for transportation, for exercise, or maybe just for fun. What many drivers still do not realize is that by law, bicycles on the roadway are vehicles with the same rights and responsibilities as motorized vehicles. While the Constitution Trail […]