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Seeing and making a difference this holiday season Thomas Eye Group, a leading eye care provider with 7 locations in the greater Atlanta area, is donating $50 to The Drake House for every LASIK procedure completed by its LASIK team this holiday season. The Drake House provides shortterm crisis housing, education, and empowerment programs for homeless mothers and their children in north metro Atlanta. Over the past 10 years since its founding, The Drake House has helped change the lives of over 1,100 women and children who were homeless. Women and children entering The Drake House are offered a variety of support services to empower and educate them and move them towards self-sufficiency. “We greatly appreciate Thomas Eye Group for providing funds that are critical to helping our families regain stability in their lives,” said Kathy Swahn, executive director of The Drake House.
LASIK surgery is an extremely popular option for eliminating the need for contacts and eyeglasses. More than 15 million Americans have undergone this safe and effective vision correction technique since it was granted FDA approval in the late 1990s. Thomas Eye Group was one of the first to perform LASIK under FDA protocol, and its experienced physicians have
performed more than 25,000 vision correction procedures. “We are dedicated to giving back by supporting organizations that positively impact our communities, so this holiday promotion is a natural fit for us,” said Rod Roeser, CEO for Thomas Eye Group. Thomas Eye Group will be making the $50 donation for every LASIK pro-
cedure completed between November 1, 2016 and December 31, 2016. Thomas Eye Group’s Roswell and Suwanee offices serve the nearby Johns Creeks community. If you would like to learn more about LASIK or schedule a free LASIK consultation, contact Thomas Eye Group at 855-ATL-LASIK or visit www.thomaseye.com.
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Specialist Common causes of hearing loss in Integrative Medicine By: Amy Ledbetter, Au.D. Director of Audiology
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One of the most common misconceptions about hearing loss, which prevents individuals from having their hearing tested, is that hearing loss only affects seniors. In reality, hearing loss can occur at any time and age. Yes, hearing loss is a natural part of the aging process, however, there are many other causes of hearing loss. Most individuals are surprised to learn that noise, not age, is the leading cause of hearing loss. While we may be accustomed to the noises that surround us, we may not be aware of the damage they can cause. Noise-induced hearing loss is a major problem in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 4 million American workers go to work each day in an environment with damaging noise. While there are many laws to regulate noise in the work place, there are few that monitor other environments. Take for example listening to music. Most Americans consume music at dangerously loud levels and do not even realize it. Due to this, the average age of hearing loss is dropping, with one in eight children and teens reported to have permanent hearing loss due to high-volume sounds. Fortunately, noise-induced hearing loss is easy to prevent. The best way to protect your hearing is to avoid situations where noise can cause damage. If this is inevitable, using hearing protection, such as foam earplugs, can help prevent against damage. It is also important to watch
the volume on handheld electronics. Parents should monitor their children’s electronics volume level. In other cases, hearing loss is unavoidable. Some common, less preventable causes of hearing loss include heredity, illness, head injury and ototoxic medications. Seeking treatment from a hearing loss professional in a medical setting is recommended to ensure your hearing loss is properly treated. At North Fulton ENT, our board-certified physicians and medically trained audiology team collaborate to find the best hearing solution for each patient. We have the experience and state-ofthe-art hearing equipment needed to accurately measure any hearing loss, assess your unique needs, and pre-
scribe a solution that takes all this important and personalized information into account. Dr. Amy Ledbetter has been a practicing clinical audiologist for 17 years. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Speech and Hearing Sciences in 1995 and then her Master’s degree in 1997 from the University of Southern Mississippi. In 2009, she completed her doctoral degree from the University of Florida. Awareness is the first step toward treating hearing loss. At North Fulton ENT, it is our top priority to help patients maintain the highest quality of life. Call us today for a complimentary hearing screening: (770) 450-6508. *Sources: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Pancreatic cancer prevention By: Dr. Stegall 770-551-2730
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November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month. Most of us know someone who has battled pancreatic cancer. Per the American Cancer Society, although pancreatic cancer only comprises 3% of all cancer diagnoses, it causes 7% of all cancer deaths. Because pancreatic cancer is typically at an advanced stage upon diagnosis, the survival rate is very low. Thus, prevention of this type of cancer is essential. There are many risk factors for pancreatic cancer. Cigarette use is thought to contribute to nearly one-third of all pancreatic cancer cases. Other forms of tobacco, including cigars, pipe smoking, and smokeless tobacco, increase
the risk of developing pancreatic cancer as well. If you use tobacco products, even occasionally, STOP! Being overweight is also a risk factor for developing pancreatic cancer. Maintaining a healthy weight through stegall good nutrition, exercise, and stress reduction techniques is vital. People who are slim and who do not smoke are at a much lower risk of developing pancreatic cancer. As the saying goes, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” The best strategy for treating pancreatic cancer is to never get it in the first
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Senior scam alert! By: Sue McCormick Synergy HomeCare Synergy HomeCare hopes you have found our 6-part series on Senior Scams informative and helpful We wanted to summarize the last 5 weeks of Senior Scams so that you or a loved one does not fall into one of these popular traps. You can also see our Senior Scam Alert Guide on our website at http://www.SynergyHomeCare.com/ NorthAtlanta . Contractor Fraud – Paying a handyman prior to service being complete only to find that he disappears before work is done. Romance Scam – Meeting someone online who later asks for money to cover travel costs to come meet you or to visit a sick relative and who subsequently disappears. Phishing Scam – Realistic looking false emails sent to gather personal information. Grandparent Scam - Calls or emails from someone posing to be a relative, typically a grandchild, asking for money to get out of legal trouble. Prize Award Calls/Mail – Calls or
mail from a person claiming you have won a prize but costly strings are often attached. Bogus Charities – Calls from people praying on your generosity with high pressure tactics asking for quick decisions on large donations. Medicare Scams – Calls from people claiming to need personal information in order to fix an error with your medicare information. Overpayment Scams – A buyer of an item you have listed online offers to overpay for the item and asks you to send money back with the item only to find out the original payment did not clear the bank. IRS Scam – A person impersonates an IRS agent asking for back taxes or gathering bank information to deposit a refund check. Don’t Stay Silent, Report It! It is estimated that only one in 100 cases of fraud among seniors is reported. Many seniors are just too embarrassed to reveal that they have been duped. Other times they don’t know where to go to repor the crime. If you have been a victim of fraud, don’t stay silent – REPORT IT.
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Anxiety, Depression and the American Teen Time Magazine November 7, 2016 “American teens are anxious, depressed and overwhelmed. Experts are struggling over how to help them.” – Susanna Schrobsdorf So starts this weeks’ Time Magazine cover story and headline. Seeking a momentary escape from anxiety and its subsequent depression teens use various means to deal with their stressors such as grades, their future, about relationships, and about everything that occurs in life. Some of them cut, superficially, because it gives them that sense of relief from those stressors even for a brief moment. Others find that alcohol, marijuana, and opiates such as Norco, Percocet, OxyContin, and even heroin give them relief too. Parents are often lost as they try to understand the increase in frequency of missed school days due to vague symptoms and illnesses. They wonder about who are these new, and unusual for my child to associate with this type of person, friends or the reason why their teen has lost old (good kids) friends. Grades begin to suffer, behavior at home and at school changes often becoming oppositional and disruptive. Meanwhile, teens are doing their best to hold it all together and to hide it from their parents, friends, and peers. Are we reaching a crisis point? Do clinicians and parents know what to do and when to do it? The Time Magazine article indicates we are at that point now.
Self-harm, which includes nonsuicidal cutting is on the rise, and is the most disturbing symptom of a broader psychological problem: “a spectrum of angst that plagues 21st century teens”. The article goes on to state that recent data suggests that today’s teens are more fragile, less resilient, and more overwhelmed than their parents were at a similar point in their lives when they were growing up. Some experts and lay-people may suggest that this new young generation is spoiled, coddled or helicoptered. Research data shows that anxiety and depression in high school kids has been on the rise since 2012 and cuts across all demographics-suburban, urban and rural. Family issues can add to the exacerbation of these symptoms.
adults, children, teens and the elderly. Dr. Angelo Sambunaris and his staff via the clinic’s two locations and the added support of Mercer’s clinical faculty and staff, are able to provide a unique opportunity for teens and families to access clinical research trials in order to answer key questions about approaches to teen depression versus adult depression. “It takes a team and it takes a family to get it right for those children who experience anxiety and depression,” stated Dr. Sambunaris. “The opportunity here is tremendous. The skillset that Dr. Sambunaris
brings to the clinic [and to Mercer] is well-known in the [clinical research] industry. There are not a lot of clinical trials going on in metro Atlanta that fill the need in psychiatry and neurology. This will be an opportunity for many in the local community to get involved,” stated Dr. Tom Hochadel, PharmD and COO at Cognitive Research Corporation and a member of the clinic’s Advisory Board. To learn more about the clinical programs, call 770-817-9200. Call an expert. Also visit www.time.com/teenmentalhealth.
A second article from Time offers advice: If you’re worried about an adolescent and aren’t sure what to do, you can take this advice from Fadi Haddad, MD, a child and adolescent psychiatrist: Don’t put off getting help If you’re worried about an adolescent, talk to a school counselor, therapist or doctor. It’s better to get help early, rather than when trouble has firmly taken hold.
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Treat the whole family When a kid is in crisis, many times it’s not enough to treat the child—you have to change the family dynamic. It’s possible that something about the home environment was causing the child stress, so be open to acknowledging that and getting family counseling if needed. There is help from experts in your own backyard! The Institute for Advanced Medical Research in Alpharetta in partnership with Mercer University-Atlanta campus is focused on the biological and neurochemical changes and treatment approaches to depression in
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The importance of early recognition and treatment of xerostomia By: Dr. R. David Remaley Xerostomia (dry mouth) is the subjective feeling of oral dryness. Although dry mouth is most frequently associated with altered salivary gland function, there are other etiologies for this oral issue. It is important to perform a complete evaluation of the patient with dry mouth, determining, if possible, the cause of the xerostomia so that appropriate management can be instituted in a timely manner. The patient with xerostomia who has salivary gland hypofunction is at risk for many oral complications, including an increase in dental caries, and it is critical to institute appropriate preventive measures. It is estimated that up to 10 percent of the general population experiences persistent oral dryness. Xerostomia is more frequent with increasing age, and over 25 percent of elders complain of daily dryness. That percentage is even higher in institutionalized elders. Xerostomia may also be a consequence of systemic disease, and early recognition may aid in treatment. Some
systemic medical conditions that may have Xerostomia as a symptom include: • Autoimmune connective tissue disorders • Sjögren’s syndrome • Cystic fibrosis • Bell’s palsy • Diabetes (poorly controlled) • Thyroid disease (hypo- and hyperthyroidism) • Late stage liver disease • Eating disorders and malnutrition (including anorexia, bulemia, dehydration) However, the most frequent cause of dry mouth complaints is from the use of prescription drugs. There are hundreds of pharmaceuticals that have xerostomia as a side effect. Medications such as antihistamines, are most likely to cause decreased salivary flow and xerostomia. However, many other classes of medications, including sedatives, antipsychotics, antidepressants and diuretics are associated with xerostomia. The dentist and dental hygienist play an important role in early recognition and management of the patient with xerostomia. With careful atten-
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tion and regular management, most patients will achieve increased oral comfort and oral complications can be minimized. Management may be viewed as a series of goals: to provide symptomatic relief of dryness complaints; to institute appropriate preventive measures; to treat any ongoing oral problems; if salivary function is decreased, to stimulate remaining function; and to address the underlying disease process. Management of xerostomia is a team process, involving the dentist, the dental hygienist and the patient’s physicians. Management starts with methods to relieve symptoms. These approaches are useful for any patient with dry mouth complaints, regardless of the cause. Frequent sips of water will help to relieve dryness, ease swallowing, hydrate tissues and cleanse the mouth. As noted earlier, many patients with dry mouth carry water with them at all times, and this should be encouraged. Oral rinses and mouthwashes, gels, sprays and artificial salivas are frequently used and may reduce discom-
fort and improve function transiently. The dental hygienist should advise the patient to use oral care products that have been specifically formulated for a dry mouth. Some popular products include Biotene, NutraSal and XylaMelts. Mouth rinses without alcohol, mild dentrifices with fluoride, and products containing no sugar are suggested. The use of chewing gums, lozenges, candies or mints may provide symptomatic relief by stimulating salivation, but they must be sugar-free and non-acidic. Products containing xylitol as a sweetening agent should be encouraged, as xylitol has been shown to have anticaries properties. Roswell Dental Care can help you keep that healthy smile for a lifetime. Dr. David Remaley has been treating patients like family for over 30 years in Roswell and the North Atlanta area. We will be happy to offer a COMPLMENTARY evaluation if you or any family member is experiencing these symptoms. We always welcome new patients. Give our office a call at (470) 375-9244 to schedule for a regular dental checkup and examination.
Ladder safety when hanging holiday decorations As we approach the holiday season, OrthoAtlanta reminds residents to exercise caution and common sense while hanging decorations outdoors. According to reports from the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), holiday related injuries, such as falls from ladders, have increased in recent years. “Every Christmas season, OrthoAtlanta orthopedic specialists see a spike in injuries ranging from ankle sprains to more severe broken bones and musculoskeletal damage incurred while decorating outdoors,” says David Stokes, MD, OrthoAtlanta. Falls from ladders result in some of the most devastating accidents, including in a variety of muscular, orthopedic, and neurological injuries. To avoid serious injury this holiday season: • Always use a stable A-Frame extension ladder. • Always position the ladder on firm, solid ground. • Maintain 3 points of contact with the ladder at all times, and do not extend your reach beyond a foot in any
direction. • Check all lights before hanging them to insure they are safe to use and operating properly. OrthoAtlanta orthopaedic and sports medicine practices wish you and your family a safe and happy holiday season. Now with on-site MRI at both locations, OrthoAtlanta offices in Johns Creek, 678-205-4261 and Gwinnett, 678-957-0757 offer comprehensive operative and non-operative musculoskeletal care and expertise including sports medicine, arthroscopic surgery, pain management and acute orthopedic urgent care. Learn more at OrthoAtlanta.com.
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Delos, Margaret Knight move into Village Park of Alpharetta Delos and Margaret Knight are longtime residents of Alpharetta and have decided to downsize their home and move into Village Park of Alpharetta. What made you choose Village Park of Alpharetta, Mr. Knight? “I have seen other projects by Tim Gary and extremely impressed with his quality of work and the layout of the project. I just knew this one will be just as good as his other projects.” “I also appreciate the fact that Village Park has a wide selection of accommodations, everything from our roomy Bungalow to the Cottages to the apartments which offer independent living, assisted living and memory care. With that, there is everything you can ever want in one community, right here! What are you looking forward to the most about moving into Village Park, Mrs. Knight? “The convenience of the location and the fact that you are near Avalon, which is a wonderful place for entertainment, restaurants, shopping and it is right around the corner. Guess What? We can even walk there from Village Park and enjoy it more often.” Village Park is the NEXT-LEVEL SENIOR LIVING community currently under construction on the corner of Webb Bridge Road and Morris Road. The community plans to open in late Spring of 2017 and currently taking reservations. Call Carla Breakwell at 678-740-3499 for more information or go to villageparkseniorliving.com.
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What is rheumatology? Rheumatology consists of the study and diagnosis of arthritis, auto immune diseases and other diseases of the joints, muscles and ligaments in your body. Ciela Lopez-Armstrong, MD, medical director of north fulton rheumatology, is a board certified rheumatologist located in Roswell, Ga. Dr. Armstrong has over 12 years experience in the Atlanta area. Some of the rheumatology diseases we treat are osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and other auto immune diseases such as gout, ankylosing spondylitis, scleroderma, sjogrens syndrome and others. We do perform in-house bone density testing, blood work, joint injections,ultrasounds of the joints, an in-house infusion center for administering of biologic medications. Medicare and most commercial insurance accepted scheduled appointments are required. Please call our office at (770) 6190004 to schedule a new patient consultation. Please visit us at www.northfultonrheumatology.com for more info about our practice, the services we provide
in-house and the specialty of rheumatology. North Fulton Rheumatology, PC Ciela Lopez-Armstrong, MD 1300 Upper Hembree Rd, Suite A Roswell, Ga. 30076
Cleaner, clearer skin three ways (NAPSI)—Face it, oil makes a marvelous makeup remover. Now, it’s available in a new cleanser, Kiehl’s Midnight Recovery Botanical Cleansing Oil, that’s good for all skin types. It’s a noncomedogenic, nonacnegenic innovation that deeply cleanses while maintaining the skin barrier and leaving no residue. A potent blend of botanical extracts, the cleanser not only efficiently washes away dirt, oil and sunscreen, it’s very effective on stubborn makeup, eliminating the need for double cleansing. Cleansing Oils: How They Work “Using oil to clean the skin may not seem logical to some, especially those with oily skin,” says Christina Gabriel, Vice President of Education and Customer Experience. “However, cleansing oils such as Kiehl’s Midnight Recovery Botanical Cleansing Oil are an effective way to gently cleanse skin while respecting and nourishing the skin barrier.” It can do three things: 1. Remove makeup: Lightweight (and powerful) botanical oils are highly efficient at solubilizing makeup and dirt. For long-wear and waterproof eye makeup, first dispense two pumps onto a cotton pad and gently press on the eye area for 10 seconds. Gently wipe
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Old age can be a time of discovery, joy and CELEBRATION! Byline: Brooke Walls, Sales Manager, Celebration Village What does it mean to celebrate life as we age? Most commonly people fear growing old, or think of it as a time when life's possibilities will be limited. All too often people think that life will end at the retirement home door—that it is loveless and lonely, with death hovering close by. But there is a way to successfully age. It can be a time of self-recreation, of nurturing interests, of discovering new lifestyles—to grow, achieve, learn, share, educate, create, invent and celebrate what’s to come. It begins with the choice of where to spend your precious golden years, and whether or not the lifestyle it offers empowers you to remain independent, active and engaged in life—allowing you to retain purpose for as long as possible. This lifestyle is one that celebrates life and is the core principle of Masterpiece Living’s Successful Aging. Masterpiece Living is a unique, research-based initiative, developed in conjunction with the Mayo Clinic, and offers a whole-person wellness lifestyle. Findings from a 10-year study by the MacArthur Foundation revealed that 70% of the way you age physically and 50% of how you age mentally is dependent on lifestyle and the choices you make, rather than genetics. This means everything from your activities to your social connections to your stress level can be major factors in how quickly you age. Further, the Successful Aging study determined the best practices to help seniors live longer, healthier, and happier lives. It all comes down to celebrating life to the fullest, and provid-
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Relief from TMJ pain or tension headaches By: Dr Ushma Patel Center for Advanced Dentistry You may not have heard about Botox therapy for head, neck, and/or facial pain. The same effect of Botox that reduces the appearance of wrinkles (relaxing muscles) is used to reduce the intensity of muscle contractions. Intense and/or prolonged muscle contractions of our muscles used for chewing can cause pain and damage to our teeth. Pain can be in the contracted muscle or can be referred to a distant site. Severe clenching and grinding of the teeth can cause the teeth to chip, break, or even need root canal treatments. Botox is injected into the masseter muscles of the jaw to treat TMJ, an inflammation of the TMJ joint in the jaw. Located on both sides of the head at the point where the jawbone meets the skull, the temporo-mandibular joint (TMJ) is used during talking, eating, swallowing, and other everyday activities. If this joint becomes displaced or is overworked through excessive teeth grinding, a person may suffer severe tension headaches, as well as sharp pain in the jaw. BOTOX® relieves jaw tension by making muscles unable
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The new signature in assisted living Ask anyone you know about the possibility of moving into a nursing home and you’ll likely get a quick and negative response. However, there is a new, exceptional type of senior living community available to families that is in stark contrast to the image of nursing homes. Arbor Terrace of Johns Creek is the new signature in assisted living and offers a vibrant, active lifestyle with luxury services for seniors. Residents at Arbor Terrace are neighbors, volunteers, explorers and learners who have chef-prepared meals every day and access to health and wellness amenities. The 101-apartment community is definitely not the dreaded nursing home. Situated in one of the most de-
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