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Milan Eye Center welcomes eye cosmetic surgeon Dr. Kiran Sajja Milan Eye Center is excited to announce the arrival of Dr. Kiran Sajja, a Board-Certified ophthalmologist specializing in functional and cosmetic eyelid and facial surgery. Dr. Sajja has a unique blend of experience, compassion and artistry that he shares with

each and every patient. With the addition of Dr. Sajja, Milan Eye Center will expand the unsurpassed level of care and services provided to the Atlanta community. Dr. Sajja cares for patients with a wide variety of conditions, including eyelid droopi-

ness, eyelid bagginess, and tearing. Eyelid ptosis or “eyelid droopiness” is most often related to stretching or detachment of the muscle used to open your eyes. Over time, this condition can interfere with your vision resulting in

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Kiran Sajja, M.D. Joining Milan Eye Center in June Dr. Sajja’s procedures include: Eyelid Lifts, Blepharoplasty, Botox and Fillers.

Dr. Kiran Sajja is a Board-Certified ophthalmologist who specializes in the medical and surgical treatment of the eyelids, face, orbit and lacrimal system. At Milan Eye Center, Dr. Sajja has dedicated his practice to reconstructive and aesthetic oculofacial plastic surgery.

a decreased field of view or overall dimming of your vision. Common complaints often include needing more light to read, difficulty driving, and headaches. Eyelid ptosis is often associated with a tired or disinterested appearance. This condition can be corrected with a quick, minimally-invasive outpatient surgical procedure which is often covered by your medical insurance. Eyelid dermatochalasis or “eyelid bagginess” is related to stretching and thinning of the eyelid skin. This often affects both the upper and lower eyelids giving a puffy or wrinkled appearance. At times, the excess skin can rest on or over your eyelashes interfering with your vision. Other common complaints include eyelid redness or itchiness, tearing, or headache. Women often note difficulty applying and maintaining eye make-up, such as mascara, eyeliner or eye shadow. This condition can be significantly improved with an easy outpatient surgical procedure. An evaluation with Dr. Sajja would determine if the procedure is covered by your medical insurance. Tearing or “watery eyes” can be separated into two main issues: producing too many tears or not effectively draining the tears away. Common complaints include blurred vision, itchiness, redness and discharge. During an evaluation with Dr. Sajja, he will perform a comprehensive examination of your eyes and your

tear drainage system to determine the possible causes of your watery eyes. Based on your symptoms and examination, Dr. Sajja Sajja will discuss a treatment regimen including diet, medication and surgical intervention. Many procedures are performed in the office with little to no down time; and are often covered by your medical insurance. In addition, Dr. Sajja has considerable experience in cosmetic concerns of the eyelids and face employing advanced surgical techniques and facial injectibles, such as Botox®, Juvederm® XC, Belotero®, and Restylane®. Dr. Sajja will perform a detailed evaluation and provide recommendations to allow you to achieve a balanced, youthful and energetic appearance. Dr. Sajja will be joining Milan Eye Center on June 9th. Call 678-688-4575 for more information on Dr. Sajja and his procedures. Milan Eye Center has four convenient locations around Atlanta: Johns Creek, Cumming, Canton, and Buford. Milan Eye Center is a premier ophthalmology practice and is affiliated with Atlanta’s finest hospitals including Northside Forsyth, Northside Cherokee, and Emory Johns Creek Hospital.

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Easy Ways To Protect Yourself Against Phone Scams (NAPS)—As children, we were taught not to open the door to strangers or let an unidentified caller know our parents weren’t home. Today, as adults, we’ve been warned not to believe an email claiming a loved one is stranded in London without money, and not to sign the back of our credit cards with anything other than “See Photo ID.” We can take precautions, but it still won’t stop technically savvy criminals from trying to take advantage of consumers. Scams have become so advanced that even the most prepared could easily fall victim, with new methods surfacing too frequently. Two recent phone scams that have hit unsuspecting people with fraudulent charges are the IRS phone scam and the one-ring scam. Here’s how they work: IRS phone scam: In this particular scam, a criminal will call pretending to be an IRS agent, requesting personal information like date of birth and Social Security and bank routing numbers. Scammers prey on consumers’ fear, so many people wanting to show compliance with a government agency relinquish their information to the fraudster.

One-ring scam: Another recent innovative scam is called one-ring, which involves scammers dialing American mobile phones from robo-calling facilities outside the United States, typically in the Caribbean, from 10-digit numbers that appear to have U.S.-based area codes. Their trick is to hang up after one ring in the hope that the recipient will be curious and call back, thinking that he or she has missed an important call. Since the number is actually international, callers are charged exorbitant connection and long-distance fees, as scammers attempt to keep victims on the line. So how can you protect yourself? Hang up immediately. If you get a call from a government agency or other business asking for a payment, hang up. No one from a federal government agency will ask for money over the phone, even the IRS. Don’t call a suspiciousnumber back. In the case of the one-ring scam, the number appears like it’s from the United States when it’s not and, therefore, is not legitimate. Scammers are able to set up systems to ensure all incoming calls are charged— most of the time consumers

are unaware of the charges. Use mobile apps. There are many apps that can identify callers to help ensure verification. WhitePages Current Caller ID takes call identification a step further, warning you of potential scams and providing alerts for both incoming and outgoing calls to signal users if a number is one of thousands identified as a scam. Never provide personal information. Avoid giving out credit card information, Social Security number or other personal details to an incoming caller whom you do not know, even if you are familiar with the business they claim to represent. Some scams spoof well-known entities like Microsoft or Verizon tech support. Do not pay money up front. If you have been contacted that you’ve won a contest or have been accepted for a new insurance policy, do not provide any payment. For any legitimate offer, an up front payment is not required. In addition to hanging up the moment a call seems suspicious, the most important rule of thumb is to never return a call to a number you do not recognize. If it is a legitimate caller, they will

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Getting on my longest nerve Sciatica; It’s a pain in the rear! As the longest nerve in the body, the sciatic nerve originates from the pelvis, travels through the hip area and buttocks then down the leg. This nerve then branches into smaller nerves providing feeling to the thighs, legs, as well as controlling many of the muscles in the lower leg. Sciatica is primarily described as pain that radiates from the lower spine to the buttock, and then travels down the leg. This pain can vary widely, from a mild ache to a sharp, burning sensation or excruciating discomfort. Sometimes it may feel like a jolt or electric shock. Sciatic pain often starts gradually and intensifies over time. It’s likely to be worse when you sit, cough or sneeze. The causes of sciatic pain can vary from case to case, from wallets that have been sat on for years, to long trips, to even child birth. Mostly, sciatica is caused by an underlying problem that puts pressure on the nerve… most commonly stemming from the lumbar spine. In the simpler cases there is Piriformis dysfunction. The Piriformis is a muscle that lies directly over the sciatic nerve. If this muscle becomes

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Beat the heat this summer with a Senior Helpers caregiver The heat of summer is here and it is an important time to review some vital safety tips for seniors. Seniors are more prone to the effects of heat and at greater risk for dehydration. According to the CDC, elderly people are more at risk because: Elderly people do not adjust as well as young people to sudden changes in temperature. Seniors are more likely to have a chronic medical condition that changes normal body responses to heat. They are more likely to take prescription medicines that impair the body’s ability to regulate its temperature or that inhibit perspiration. Senior Helpers is here to help keep your loved one safe and Beat the Heat this summer! Call Senior Helpers today for more Summertime Tips and to set-up care for your elderly loved one, 770-442-2154. Be aware of signs of dehydration, heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Call Senior Helpers for more information, tips and warning signs. Summertime tips to Beat the Heat; 1- Try to plan activities that require going outside during non-peak hours when it might be a little cooler. 2- Move exercise indoors. Consider exercising at a gym, walking on a treadmill, or “mall walking” instead of outdoor walks or activities. 3- Swimming and water aerobics are good options as well. 4- Drink plenty of fluids (non-alcoholic, caffeine-free as these ingredients have a diuretic effect). 5-Check your loved one’s air conditioning system, do a maintenance review. If electricity goes out or your loved one does not have air conditioning, consider alternative arrangements when heat is at dangerous levels. 6- Call Senior Helpers for more tips 770442-2154.

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