Collier Edition

By Juan Teodoro, D.M.D. – Third molars or “Wisdom Teeth” as they are often referred to, are the last teeth to erupt in the mouth. For a long time they have been regarded as useless and troublesome teeth that must be removed for preventive measures. However, when the wisdom teeth are fully erupted and align properly (biting correctly with the …

By George Leamon, CLTC – Lutgert Insurance – Child care has historically been America’s number one dependent care concern, but this could be changing in the coming years. Over 77 million American baby boomers are expected to transition into retirement during the next ten years. Experts are predicting that this large aging population will cause the number of individuals in …

Are you contemplating or scheduling an outpatient surgery, treatment or procedure that may require non-medical care upon your re-lease? Do your post-operative instructions indicate someone should be with you afterwards? Just because you are out of surgery doesn’t mean the process is over. Depending on the procedure you underwent or may undergo, it can take a few days before you are up …

By Dr. Rich Bimler, Lutheran Life Communities – A brilliant and creative current TV advertisement by AT &T Wireless is a wonderful example of how people can “Live Brightly” each day. It captures the relationship between a young man and a small group of children as they playfully answer the basic question, “What’s Better?” Our grandchildren and I love this commercial, …

The Passion Foundation (passion-foundation.org) April 2010 changed my life in a way I never thought possible.  I, as many others, have spent a good deal of time in the sun. I have always kept up with my dermatology appointments as my mother was diagnosed with melanoma 15 years earlier. During a regular checkup, upon the urging of my Melanoma Angel …

Riverchase Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery – Melanoma is the most dangerous form of skin cancer, these cancerous growths develop when unrepaired DNA damage to skin cells (most often caused by ultraviolet radiation from sunshine or tanning beds) triggers mutations (genetic defects) that lead the skin cells to multiply rapidly and form malignant tumors. These tumors originate in the pigment-producing melanocytes …

By Yollo Wellness – The ALCAT test has been available for more than 25 years. The ALCAT Test identifies cellular reactions to over 350 foods, chemicals and herbs. These inflammatory reactions are linked to chronic health problems like obesity and diabetes, as well as skin, heart, joint, and digestive disorders. Common every day problems like migraines, achy joints, fatigue, gastrointestinal …

The surgery department at Physicians Regional – Collier Boulevard has been designated as a Center of Excellence in Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery (COEMIG) by the AAGL (Advancing Minimally Invasive Gynecology Worldwide), the leading association promoting minimally invasive gynecologic surgery throughout the world. The hospital is the first in the State of Florida to be awarded the designation. The COEMIG program …

By Toni Eatros, MS, Dipl Ac, AP – April is IBS (Irritable Bowel Syn-drome) Awareness Month.  Many people who suffer from IBS,Chron’s Disease, and Ulcerative Colitis have tried a multitude of treatments, many without success. Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine can offer a safe, effective, natural and drug-free way to address these digestive disorders. IBS, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, is an …

By Jennifer O’Neill – Children offer a unique challenge for every parent when it comes to getting their child to take a medication when they are sick. Many drugs taste terrible. Others are in tablets too large to swallow. Some aren’t even made for children. Pharmacists at Creative Scripts Compounding have the experience and know how to either re-formulate a …