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… A HEART TO HEART ABOUT YOUR HORMONES-YOUR HEALTH-YOUR CHOICES By Dr. Anne Lord-Tomas,OB/Gyn – Pros and cons of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) have long been a topic of discussion for both healthcare providers and female patients alike. Although the beneficial physical and psychological affects of HRT have always been clinically relevant, associated potential risks have been a concern especially …

By: Alina Stanciu, MD, FAAO Board Certified Eye Physician & Surgeon American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery – Traditional facial rejuvenation procedures such as a facelift can be costly and painful and require an extended recovery while newer more minimally invasive procedures, such as the European Face Lift, have a short recovery time with minimal pain, instant results and significant financial …

By Dr. Marcelo W. Mattschei, DDS – Most of the time, if you have tooth decay or a cavity, a dentist can fill it with a metal or resin filling and the tooth is better. Sometimes, however, the decay is too deep for the dentist to restore with a filling and requires a root canal. Root canals are also performed …

By Dr. Ricardo S. Bocanegra, DDS – As you age, your dental hygiene habits become more important than ever for your teeth and gums. Taking care of your teeth — and your dental health overall — is essential for maintaining your health as a senior. A healthy mouth not only makes it easier for you to eat nutritious foods, but …

By Gregory M. Casey – Loose sagging skin around your face is inevitable. Whether you blame it on stress, bad genes, natural aging process or too much sun, it really does not matter. But fortunately, numerous new and improved facelift techniques available today can take years off your face. In the field of plastic surgery, for many years the main …

Do you have pain in your legs when you walk?  If you are diabetic, have a history of coronary artery disease, or or have a tobacco use history, you may be at risk for poor circulation. The heart pumps blood through major arteries supplying the arms and legs. Claudication is the medical term referring to pain in either the arms …

Dr. Todd Wickmann of Lifestyles Chiropractic truly believes in the mission of the office: Whole Body, Whole Family, Whole Life. “One of my favorite quotes regarding health refers to the fact that some people seek miracles for their health which would defy the laws of nature and yet they take for take for granted the fact that their bodies automatically …

The facts don’t lie: people are living longer and want to live out their lives at home. In fact, 83 to 85 percent of seniors have indicated that they would prefer to live at home. Senior Choice at Home is the only program of its kind in Florida to bring the full continuum of services and conveniences that one typically …

By Juan Teodoro, D.M.D.  – Autoimmune disorders refer to a varied group of illnesses that involve almost every organ system in the human body to include the tissues in the oral cavity. Most patients suffering from autoimmune disorders are more likely to have gum disease than people without them. Inflammation is the common denominator. In all these autoimmune disorders, the …

By Physicians Rehabilitation – It’s understandable that patient’s will have many questions about VAX-D. It’s always wise to investigate all options when it comes to health issues. Below are some of the most commonly asked question that we hear from our patients. What is VAX-D and How Does it Work? VAX-D is a non-invasive medical technology that stretches the spine …