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Introducing Facelift How to achieve your Dentures…the ‘Fountain of health and fitness goals Youth’ for Denture Wearers Cumming, GA (December 28, 2011) -- If you’re a denture wearer frustrated by the sunken-in look that often occurs from ill-fitting dentures, you might be a great candidate for ‘Facelift Dentures’ now available at The Dentist in Cumming. According to Page Barden, D.D.S., a Forsyth County family dentist and
the only dental practice in the area that specializes in this groundbreaking technique, ‘facelift dentures’ support the face like natural teeth and may be able to take 20 years off a patients’ appearance. “When dentures are designed with optimum neuromuscular dimensions, the results are more stable and relaxed muscles thus eliminating the sunken-in look that occurs from unnatural looking dentures,” explains Dr. Barden. “Patients who choose ‘facelift dentures’ not only look and feel better and have a more youthful appearance but, more important, they experience improved chewing, function and fit.” Because facelift dentures are custom designed and a custom fit, patients
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For the next few articles I will be focusing on how to achieve your health and fitness goals in 2013. It seems every year people set new health goals in January only to be back to their old ways in 4-6 weeks. There is a reason that Lisa Tabick Cattarulla this happens to most people. The reason quite simply is because willpower and motivation are not enough for most people to make the lasting changes that are necessary to bring them long-term success. You have a better chance at achieving any goal if you have a specific action plan to follow. At Renew health we will give you that blueprint. A specific plan based on your own genetics, lifestyle and body chemistry. There is not one diet or exercise that works for
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for Avoiding Weight Gain over the Holidays By Dr. Averel Snyder
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1. Drink a glass of water Sometimes when you have a craving for something sweet, you are simply dehydrated. Drink a glass of cool water to see if that quells your craving.
5. Choose wisely Remember if it didn’t swim, run, fly, grow out of the ground or fall out of a tree, you should not be eating it.
Dr. Snyder is a Board certified Cardiothoracic surgeon 2. Eat a piece of fruit and Certified in Age or nuts Management MediKeep fruit and nuts cine. He Co-founded or string cheese at the AgeWell Men’s Inready so you have a Dr. Snyder stitute to help men reasonably healthy better manage aging treat when you have a with bio-identical hormone hunger pang or craving. Fruit and nuts both offer a good replacement and diet. See mix of fiber and vitamins to their ad for more information help you feel sated – and the or visit their website at www. nuts offer additional value agewellmensinstitute.com. with protein and fat. 3. Don’t surround yourself with temptation. If the cookies are in the pantry or ice cream is in the freezer, it’s that much harder to say no. Don’t surround yourself with these temptations. While we all face temptations at work and in public, at home, it’s fairly easy to control what you eat, so don’t add to the temptation. 4. Remind yourself it will still be there anytime. Remind yourself that you don’t have to have the apple pie or the donut just because it’s there – it will still be there next time you pass by. Allow yourself the occasional indulgence, so that you know you always have a treat to look
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Big Deal, a Little Inflammation cano. A clot is formed, blocking the Exactly,….. BIG DEAL! Inflammation flow and BOOM. You have a heart atis not something to take lightly. Let’s put tack or stroke. What causes inflamit this way, if you came across a smolmation? Great question. Stress, bad dering fire in your house, you wouldn’t diet, migraines, autoimmune diseasjust walk away...would you? I suspect es( like lupus and psoriasis), smokthat you would consider this an iming, cholesterol, insulin resistance, portant matter to tend to, because you prediabetes, diabetes, PCOS, liver know that even a small smoldering fire disease, sleep disorders, and, pericould quickly become a big rip roaring Gaskill odontal disease to just name a few. fire that could burn your house down. Don’t get a false sense of security if Your though process might be someyou are a marathon runner, passed thing like, “don’t panic, just put the fire out; your stress test, calcium score, and even and put the fire out fast.!” You might even have a phenomenal cholesterol profile. Stay say “Whew, I am glad I caught that fire while tuned to hear more from us and Plaque Bustit was small, and thank God that I just hap- ers in the national arena. If you are serious pened to walk in here and see this.” Yeh, it about your life, and your life is a priority, we would be an emotional and financial disaster can help you before it is too late. We are very to lose your home. So what if we were talk- experienced in a prevention strategy that ing about your life? All it takes is ONE fire to works! It is tailored to YOU, your body and cause an event i.e heart attack and stroke. your genetics! There are many causes of inflammation www.drlesliegaskill.com and www.plaquethat can ultimately cause your arteries to be busters.net Leslie S. Gaskill, M.D., LLC, 6290 fragile. The arteries can suddenly rupture as Abbotts Bridge Road, Ste 201, Johns Creek, plaque pushes through the wall like a vol- Georgia 30097. 770-495-9995. By Leslie Gaskill, M.D.
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Stress, it’s everywhere! What can you do about it? Sometimes nothing, sometimes little things. Stress is now known to contribute to serious health conditions like high blood pressure, weight gain, insomnia, depression, anxiety, and others. Our current stress levels are apparently 1000% more than 100 years ago. And stress comes in various forms: physical, mental and physiological. Regardless of the source of stress, the body’s response is exactly the same. This is known as the general adaptive rule. When the body is under too much stress, it releases a stress hormone called cortisol. Along with cortisol come certain brain chemicals called neurotransmitters. Between cortisol and the neurotransmitters, these can have an effect on the heart, lungs, blood vessels, brain, kidneys, stomach, and pancreas; causing all kinds of symptoms. But you can protect yourself from the effects of stress. Think of stress
as if it is the weather...it happens. If it is raining outside, you can’t stop the rain. But you can either decide to stay indoors or protect yourself by wearing a raincoat and boots. There can be a choice. Much of stress has to do with the ability to control the events that happen around you. You can control some of those events, and some you can’t. If under stress, consider removing yourself from it. Easier said than done sometimes. Natural products that help the brain from the deluge of cortisol and neurotransmitters during stress can be L-theanine, magnesium (works as muscle relaxant too), chamomile tea, valerian root, aromatherapy, holy basil and passion flower are just a few. Other ways to reduce cortisol is to use it up: go for a walk, get some physical activity, or talk with someone about the situation. Don’t bottle it up! For more information or help with medical conditions associated with stress, contact SomaNu Health & Wellness at 678-242-0204.
ADHD – not just in children anymore Adult ADHD is associated with multiple comorbidities such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder and other personality disorders. Adult ADHD is a valid psychiatric disorder of adulthood distinct from these other conditions. Adult attention deficit disorder differs from the childhood variant because the hyperactivity in adults may be replaced by other symptoms such as anxiety, impulsivity and inattentiveness. In fact, prior to 2002 there were no diagnostic guidelines, but there have been great advances since. Some of the symptoms that characterize Adult ADHD are:
ADHD is a relatively common psychiatric disorder among adults. The prevalence is thought to be 3.5%-5.3%, which accounts for more than 11 million cases in the United States alone. With increased public awareness, adult ADHD became a topic of great interest so clinicians should be able to diagnose, treat, and manage patients with this disorder. Etiology is still uncertain. Genetics however is believed to play a prominent role, followed in importance by acquired injuries to the brain. ADHD was widely thought to be strictly a disorder of childhood. Now there are numerous scientific papers and clinical trials that acknowledge the existence of an adult version of this disorder, which can be traced back to the younger years. Before this time ADHD in adults was known as Minimal Brain Damage or Dysfunction (MBD).
1. Often fails to give close attention to details or makes careless mistakes in school-work, work or other activities. 2. Often has difficulty sustaining attention in tasks or play activities. 3. Often does not seem to listen when spoke to directly. 4. Often does not follow through on instructions and fails to finish schoolwork, chores or duties in the workplace (not due to oppositional behavior or failure to understand directions) 5. Often has difficulty organizing tasks and activities. 6. Often avoids, dislikes, or is reluctant to engage in tasks that require sustained mental effort (such as schoolwork or homework)Often loses things necessary for tasks and activities (eg. School assignments, pencils, keys) 7. Is often easily distracted by extraneous stimuli. PAID ADVERTORIAL
8. Is often forgetful in daily activities. Some children with ADHD continue to have it as adults. And many adults who have the disorder don’t know it. They may feel that it is impossible to get organized, keep a job, or remember and keep appointments. Daily tasks such as getting up in the morning, preparing to leave the house for work, arriving at work on time, and being productive on the job can be especially challenging for adults with ADHD. These adults may have a history of failure at school, problems at work, failed relationships and traffic accidents. Like teens, adults with ADHD may seem restless and may try to complete several tasks as once, most of them unsuccessfully. They also tend to prefer “quick fixes,” rather than taking the steps needed to achieve greater rewards. Treatment is very rewarding. The first medications to be approved by the FDA belonged to a non-stimulant group of medications: Atomoxetine. The FDA later approved stimulants such as methylphenidate and mixed amphetamine salts. Group delivered cognitive behavioral therapy is recommended in some cases as a supportive treatment. If you or someone you know may have Adult ADHD, call Johns Creek Family Medicine at 770-771-6591 and schedule an appointment with Dr. Zack Charkawi.
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Get your life back! New technology for freedom from depression Conventional Depression Treatment can often involve prescriptions with uncomfortable side effects or years of expensive psychotherapy. There is now an innovative new therapy known as TMS which is completely painless and requires no medication. The Georgia TMS Clinic in Roswell is now open and offering this breakthrough treatment. TMS Therapy uses highly focused, pulsed magnetic fields similar in type and strength to those produced by an MRI machine to stimulate the parts of the brain that regulate mood. Dr. Richard Hunter, the Clinic’s Neuro Psychiatrist says, “These impulses are spread through the brain both chemically and electrically and this seems to reset some sort of emotional thermostat we have.” A treatment coil is applied to the head just above that
emotional thermostat. The left pre frontal cortext. “The pre frontal cortex has connections down deep into the brain to the emotional system. Which is called the Limbic System. The Limbic System in turn feeds out to the temporal lobes which additionally have to do with emotion and depression. Steve Sheldon is not just the owner of the Georgia TMS Clinic, he’s also a patient. “I really didn’t think there was any hope for me. And when this came a long it provided that hope, and six weeks later it put me in a place where I’m so much better off than I was.” TMS Therapy has helped thousands of men and women who have not benefited from traditional therapy or medications. “I was numb, I gained weight, I felt disconnected from myself and from my family; from my world. It was nothing short of a miracle when my sister called to tell me she found an ad for a non invasive, non drug therapy for depression called TMS Therapy.
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Controlling Your Sweet Tooth During the Holiday Season
By: Lisa Graham, RN, BSN, CDE, Northside Hospital Diabetes Education Program
Between the cookies, eggnog and pie, the holidays can be the most difficult time of the year to stick to a healthy diet. The good news is that we tend to overestimate how much weight we’ll likely gain during the holidays. According to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, most people gain less than one pound during the holiday season.
The bad news is that even though this may not seem like a lot, these pesky pounds really add up over the years, leading to obesity and other life-threatening diseases such as diabetes and heart disease. Preventing weight gain is much easier than trying to diet afterward. Here are a few tips to control your sweet tooth and your waistline around the holidays. Bring a healthy entrée or appetizer. It will ensure that you have a healthy and delicious option when you are a
party guest and you may even encourage others to practice healthy eating habits too. Never skip meals during the day. Saving up for that special evening buffet by not eating usually results in overeating. A small snack, such as a handful of nuts, before the festive dinner will help you not to overeat. Focus on people rather than food. Remember, family and friends are the reason for the season! Choose one small dessert and enjoy it—that’s part
of enjoying food! Sit down to eat. Emphasize conversation and socializing instead of the food. We don’t realize how much we have eaten when we pick at food while standing. Don’t drink your calories. Eggnog, punch and mixed drinks contribute a large amount of calories – often 500 calories per cup. Stick with water, diet sodas, light beer and wine spritzers instead. In addition, drink lots of water – at least eight cups a day to stay hydrated. Stay active during the holidays. Get the kids outside playing ball, plan an ice-skating trip or take a walk after the holiday meal. Plan ahead. If you are choosing a dessert, cut back
In an emergency, experience matters Emergencies happen. And when they do, rest assured that you’ll get the best care close to home. Northside’s board-certified emergency medicine physicians and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certified nurses are just right up the road. We hope we don’t have to see you, but if we do, you’ll be in the best possible hands. Visit us online at www.northside.com.
on other sources of carbohydrates such as breads, casseroles, and sweet potatoes. New Start, Weight Smart (Robyn this class is only offered at this time in Atlanta. It is not offered at any of our other locations) Northside Hospital offers a weight loss program to help you reach your nutrition and weight loss goals. The comprehensive program combines nutrition, behavior and fitness assessments with motivational education sessions designed to help you achieve maximum success. For more information call (404) 851-6023. To access additional information and resources on diabetes and nutrition, visit www. northside.com/healthcast/nutrition.
If you are over 50, there are no excuses Here’s why there are no excuses: Colon cancer is a preventable form of cancer, often curable when detected early, yet is the number two cause of death in the U.S. The American College of Gastroenterology and The American Cancer Society recommend that colon cancer screenings begin at the age of 50. However, if there is a history or risk factors in your family, it is recommended that you get the screening at least 10 years prior to the age when the family member was diagnosed. A colonoscopy is a quick, outpatient procedure and will remove any potentially precancerous polyps that are identified. Don’t make any excuses, make an appointment. Call 678-475-1606 or contact www.advgastro.com.
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Massage Benefits: Healthy Reasons from LaVida Massage Recent studies validated that massage really does work to ease those sore muscles after a tough workout. Just 10 minutes can reduce inflammation, which can help your body recover. However, the health benefits of touch extend beyond simply soothing aches and pains. Of course, the stressedout have been proponents of the anxiety-busting procedure for decades. But a growing body of research suggests that
a rubdown is even better for you than you think. Here are a few of the health benefits of massage.
Manage Anxiety And Depression
For the same reasons that a massage is relaxing, it can also soothe anxiety and depression. Massage reduces levels of the stress hormone cortisol, resulting in lifted spirits and oftenlower blood pressure. It can also boost the neurotransmitters serotonin and dopamine, which are involved in depression.
Ease Pain
Eight out of 10 Americans will experience debilitating back pain, at some point, but a massage can help. According to a 2011 study, massage helped people in pain feel and function better compared to people who didn’t receive any massage treatment. Massage has also been linked to de-
creased stiffness and pain, as well as better range of motion in people with osteoarthritis.
Curb Headaches
Just like muscle and back pain, headaches can also be alleviated thanks to massage. A regular rubdown can reduce a person’s number of migraines or tension headaches according to WebMD, as well as limit how painful each migraine feels, according to the TRI.
Improve Sleep
If you’ve ever dozed off on a massage table, you don’t need to be convinced that a massage can promote healthy sleep. A number of studies have examined this link, and chalk it up to massage’s affect on delta waves, the kind of brain waves connected to deep sleep, according to Health magazine.
Beat PMS
At least one small study
found that massage can kick pesky PMS symptoms, like bloating and mood swings, to the curb.
Raise Alertness
Want to boost your brainpower? Adults who were given a 15-minute chair massage in a Touch Research Institute (TRI) study were more alert.
Save Face
A little prodding in the right places can even have beauty benefits. “Massage increases blood flow, which plumps up slack skin, encourages lymphatic drainage (the shuttling of toxins out and away from
cells so that more nutrients can travel in).
Ease Cancer Treatment
Because of many of the benefits listed above, massage is particularly helpful for people living with or undergoing treatment for serious illnesses, like cancer. Various studies have shown that massage can relieve fatigue, pain, anxiety, depression and nausea in cancer patients. Visit any of our locally owned LaVida Massage locations. Visit Atlanta.LaVidaMassage.com to find a location near you.
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Dear Dr Joan, I have a 4 year old son who refuses to potty train. I have tried everything and nothing seems to work. What am I doing wrong? Under the Gun in Duluth
Dear Under the Gun, I do not believe you are doing anything wrong. Some
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children, especially boys, take longer time to potty train. Many boys prefer to play rather than go potty! If he has never been potty trained, waiting until 6 is the optimal time to check for a urinary tract infection or diabetes. Things to help potty train children would be regular or frequent trips to the bathroom during the day. Also, you can limit his fluid intake before going to bed at night. You might also consider waking him up 2 hours after going to bed to potty. These should help with his bedwetting. Encourage his good behavior and discourage his mistakes. However, you do not need to punish him. Though this may seem like a big deal now, it usually resolves itself as the brain matures. There are a few children who still wet the bed late into their teen years. If you continue to have concerns, please do not hesitate to see your child’s pediatrician. Sincerely, Dr. Joan
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Chiropractic Care for Children is a Healthy, Routine Practice By Dr. John A. Webster Many families consider chiropractic care for children a routine and common practice. Dr. Gerald W. Clum, of the Foundation for Chiropractic Progress, states that “Many chiropractors and parents appreciate it as an important element of a healthy lifestyle and an orientation to wellness in general. With adults or children, if the chiropractor finds restricted motion or other imbalances when examining the spine, or other joints, then a chiropractic adjustment is appropriate.” Almost every nerve in the body travels through the spine. Misalignments in the spine can interfere with the nerve conduction to any part of the body. Misalignments of the spine are often found in children who suffer from chronic earaches. An impaired nerve supply can make their inner ear and eustachian tubes susceptible to fluid buildup or infection. Restoring proper nerve supply through chiropractic adjustment has been shown to improve these conditions. The benefit of chiropractic adjustments continues through the growth cycles of childhood and adolescence. Regardless of their age, a nervous system free from impairments
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gives your child the opportunity to be their very best. Dr. John A Webster has over 28 years of experience in Chiropractic Care and sees patients at Roswell Health and Injury Center, 11490 Alpharetta Hwy, Ste. 100. 770-442-3343
feel an upset stomach. I had no dizziness, no tiredness. I drove myself back and forth every day, it was rather simple.” Says Marsha R., who is now free from depression. This non invasive treat-
ment is FDA Approved and Blue Cross/Blue Shield is approving some treatment. For more information you can go on line to GATMS.com to schedule a free analysis. Or call 404 665 4043.
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Losing weight and keeping it off: Eight Tips from GMC-Duluth’s Center for Surgical Weight Management Many Americans vow each January that this will be the year they lose weight. And for those who do lose, the challenge becomes maintaining that new weight in a culture that has supersized food portions and has us moving less. On top of that, we’re all being told we should eat healthier diets. It can be so confusing that you just want to rip open a bag of chips and forget about it. But don’t. Studies show that better nutrition and controlling your weight are keys to improving health. As a bariatrics leader among metro Atlanta hospitals, GMC-Duluth’s Center for Surgical Weight Management offers these tips, which are appropriate for everyone who wants to control weight and amp up nutrition: 1. Watch portion size – Portions have ballooned in America. A cup of coffee used to be six ounces; a steak, three or four ounces. 2. Use a smaller plate – We’re programmed from childhood to fill our plates and eat all that’s on
it. Instead use a smaller plate. And don’t let yourself go back for seconds. 3. Eat breakfast – Eating a small meal with some protein and fiber can give you more control over your appetite the rest of the day. 4. Protein first – Plan your meals around lean protein, and eat your protein first. 5. Vegetables second – Fill half your plate with vegetables for a variety of vitamins, minerals and fiber. 6. Whole grains third – Swap white carbs for whole grains, like brown rice or whole wheat pasta. These give you more fiber and minerals, and help you feel satisfied longer. 7. Eat mIndfully – Stop eating in the car, at your desk or in front of television. Set the table and dine with others. Really taste your food. Talk about your day together. Mealtime is about both the nutrition and the company.
8. Move more- While planned exercise keeps our hearts healthy and bodies strong, being more active is key to weight management. Walk more, sit less. You can make 2013 the year you transform your life for good. If you find that dieting and exercise alone aren’t the answer for you, bariatric surgery may give you the tool you need for success. The comprehensive weight management program at GMC-Duluth’s Center for Surgical Weight Management can assist patients in achieving significant weight loss, long-term weight maintenance and improvement in obesity-related medical conditions.
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Information seminars Clothing exchange closet Fun physical activity classes Massage therapy services Nutritional counseling and classes Long-term support and life coaching classes
To learn more, visit gwinnettbariatrics.org. Here you will find dates and times where you can attend a free information session with the Center’s Medical Director Robert Richard, M.D., FACS, or participate in an online seminar. To speak with someone about bariatric surgery, please call 678-3834881.
Perimeter North Family Medicine Perimeter North Family Medicine has been serving the Johns Creek area since 2004. Prior to that, our office was located in Duluth. We are part of a large practice that has 4 offices in the Atlanta area, with another scheduled to open in the spring/summer of 2012. Our hospital affiliations are with Northside Hospital and Emory Johns Creek Hospital. We offer all of the services needed to keep you and your family in perfect health. We believe that it is important to have a family physician who knows you, your family, your history, and all of your current medications. Once you choose your personal primary care physician, you will be starting a relationship that will provide you with specialized care, whether it is a sore throat, or an emergency. All of our physicians are board certified in Family Medicine, and adhere to the highest standards of medical care. We treat both genders and all age groups, including children and geriatrics with or without Medicare. We have Doctors on call 24 hours a day to answer your after hours needs. Our office is open on weekdays from 7:30 until 5:00 pm, and two Saturdays each month. We don’t believe anyone should call and be sent directly a nurse’s voice mail, so we have friendly, knowledgeable patient care representatives on staff to direct your call and help you with your immediate
needs. We know that our patients lead busy lives, so we do our part by calling you with a reminder when you are due for a follow up visit or your annual physical. Our central scheduling office is open from 8 am to 5 pm for appointments. They will schedule or change appointments and call you a day or two in advance with a reminder. Central scheduling can be reached at 770395-1130. We offer: Complete Physicals, Annual Wellness Visits for Medicare patients, Immigration Physicals, Sports Physicals, Well Child Checks, Paps, Immunizations, Travel Immunizations, and Routine Sick Visits. We are located at 4375 Johns Creek Parkway, Suite 320, Suwanee, Georgia 30024, 770-623-7576, www.pnfm.com
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