Top-notch teeth

Prevention key to avoiding disease

by Diane Silcox-Jarrett

For many, an anticipated trip to the dentist conjures up fears of drilling and filling. Fortunately, recent advancements in dental technology are helping ease those fears while helping dentists better treat patients.

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Fabulous fillers

Options abound; which is right for you?

by Eileen Slutsky, RN, BSN

Aging takes time, and the best anti-aging treatment is a gradual process for lasting results. The secret is in the expanding options of dermal fillers injected to lift, fill, plump and augment in order to erase these signs of aging. The ultimate goal should be to look like yourself, only rejuvenated.

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Stopping strokes

Lifestyle holds the key to prevention

by Alison Brown

It occurs every 40 seconds in the United States. It might be a sudden, severe headache, a loss of vision, or perhaps even something more subtle. It is a stroke — the third leading cause of death in the country and the No. 1 cause of adult disability.

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Healthy bones

Know your risk factors for osteoporosis

by Dr. Tim Harris

Osteoporosis is a disease in which bones become fragile and are at an increased risk of fracture. The disease develops painlessly over many years with no discomfort or symptoms until a bone breaks. Any bone can be affected, but fractures typically occur in the hip, spine, and wrist. Osteoporosis also can cause a loss of height and a severely rounded upper back.

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Principles vs. goals 

Weigh these important factors for long-term success

by Kevin Perrone

I love seeing people make progress. It’s the main reason I got into fitness training. Over the years, I’ve learned that there are two main ideologies that inspire people to make progress: Some are encouraged by goals, while others are driven by principles.

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