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Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s Party Too Hard: Know The Penalties

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FFECTING ANYWHERE BETWEEN 20 TO 45 PERCENT of middle-aged and elderly women (according to the North American Menopause Society), vaginal atrophy may be the least talked about, yet most common, problem for women of a certain age. Now there is a solution! The Mona Lisa Touch is an FDA-approved medical laser available for use in the U.S., replacing past treatment options such as hormone therapies, which are often laden with side effects or contraindications. So what is the Mona Lisa Touch and how does it work? Here’s what you need to know. WHAT IS VAGINAL ATROPHY AND WHAT CAUSES IT? Vaginal atrophy is a condition often coinciding with menopause in which the vaginal walls thin and dry out, creating issues with urinary functions, dryness and tightening as well as pain during sexual intercourse. Though often painful and frustrating for sufferers, few women ask for help –or know it exists. HOW DOES THE MONA LISA TOUCH WORK? The medical laser works similar to other laser treatments, counteracting the atrophy by stimulating collagen

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EVENTS CALENDAR 8 October 2016 COMMUNITY CALL 10 News From Our Community COMMUNITY EVENT 13 Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s THE PHILANTHROPIST 14 Nick Silverio ASK THE EXPERT 16 Keep Flossing My Friends! 5 QUESTIONS WITH… 17 Sharonda Butler Stewart, President FemCity Miami

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The Delano will continue as the Official Hotel of the Festival by hosting the Opening Night Party at their famous pool on October 6th while Bianca, rated as one of the best Italian restaurants in Miami, will serve as backdrop to our private and exclusive Closing Dinner and Award Ceremony on the 11th. The best clubs of Miami Beach will be hosting after parties every night. The Regal Cinema in South Beach will be screening the 10 best films of the 2015-16 season in competition for the Best Film Award. cinemaitaly.com

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ADELE The Grammy Award-winning singer returns to North America for her first tour in five years. Adele will be performing live in Miami for two concerts. She released her third album 25 and it went straight to #1 in over 100 countries around the world. 7:30pm; AAAarena.com

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Save the Date! This October, the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of MiamiDade County turns 10. Free performances, fun activities and family-friendly programming begin at 11 a.m. and continue through the late evening. Performances on the Center’s numerous stages will feature all local talent spotlighting Miami’s vibrant, ever-growing artistic power. arshtcenter.org

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Southern Rock kicks off the Center’s 2016-2017 season with the return of the Backyard Bash on the Concert Lawn. Enjoy the classic southern rock sounds of Molly Hatchet and local South Florida bands. Between the music explore the Center’s many performance spaces, meet the staff, look through our season schedule and secure seats for your favorite upcoming shows. Food and drinks are available for purchase. Smdac.org

COCONUT GROVE SEAFOOD FESTIVAL The Coconut Grove Seafood Festival is all about celebrating seafood, waterfront living and giving people their fill of the freshest, tastiest delicacies of the sea. Bushels of shrimp, oysters, crawfish, lobster, clams and fresh fish overflow at the quaint neighborhood of Coconut Grove, just in time for the opening of stone crab season in October. There’s no better place to savor a multitude of seafood prepared in a variety of ways! 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.; coconutgroveseafoodfestival.com

MANA: THE LATINO POWER TOUR

At Fairchild’s Howl-o-ween guests can take advantage of a great opportunity to enjoy the Garden with their dogs as they parade through Fairchild’s lush surroundings all the while showing off their Halloween costumes. Guests and their dog can hop on any of the trams, make it a doggie tram ride! Now that's something to wag your tail about! 4:30; fairchildgardens.org

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Multi-platinum selling and Grammy Award®winning rock band, Maná is one of Latin Rock’s most engaging arena-level live band, longtime cultural ambassadors and powerful social advocates, Maná, will take 80 tons of state of the art concert production gear to the road across the United States with the goal of uniting and inspiring Latino communities to make their voices heard this fall. 8:00pm; AAAarena.com

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CAPTAIN WATTAGE CONNECTS WITH FLORIDA STUDENTS For the fifth year, Florida Power and Light, Company (FPL) and The National Theatre for Children (NTC) have partnered to bring energy efficiency education to elementary schools throughout FPL’s service areas. Through these innovative programs, teachers have the opportunity to educate their students about resources and energy conservation via unique live theatre performances. The program offers live theatrical performances to schools with students in kindergarten through sixth grades and revolves around Captain Wattage, hero of everything to do with energy. In addition to the live performances, the program includes online student playbooks, teacher guides, and digital games and activities that align with the important concepts outlined in the live shows. FPL sponsors the performances at each school, making it a cost-free supplement to lessons in science as well as the arts. “Captain Wattage is an opportunity to see education brought to life, at no burden to a school district. It’s really important that we educate and help children and their families understand the importance of our natural resources and using energy wisely. Even young students can understand that they have energy choices. And the younger they begin learning, the more likely they will retain these concepts throughout their life,” says Maureen Wilt, Education Program Manager at FPL.

DREAM CITY STUDIO AT GABLES MUSEUM The Coral Gables Museum opened Dream City Studio on Saturday, September 10th to over 250 Family Day attendees. In Dream City Studio, children ages 2 through 12 and their parents and guardians are encouraged to visit and play. “Take a break from the summer heat, and join us at the Coral Gables Museum as we present our new children’s interactive exhibit,” said executive director and mother of two, Caroline Parker. Dream City Studio is curated and designed by Cecilia Slesnick, a Museum Education professional, Coral Gables resident and mother of two. “To quote Albert Einstein, ‘Play is the highest form of research,’“ said Slesnick. In Dream City Studio, children can explore the Museum’s mission through interactive constructivist activities. They will discover how cities are created, explore building materials, construct with building blocks, participate in the Junior Draftsman Challenge, or curl up with a good read in the Book Nook. The pop-up exhibit’s initial run will be through October 23, 2016, and then it will make a second debut from March 3 through May 29, 2017.

BOOKS & BOOKS FOUNDER TO RECEIVE AWARD Mitchell Kaplan, founder of Books & Books Bookstore and co-founder of Miami Book Fair, will receive the prestigious ArtesMiami Lydia Cabrera Award on Friday, October 14, 2016, at a luncheon presented by U.S. Century Bank, one of the top ten Hispanic-owned community banks in the U.S. The award, named in memory of Lydia Cabrera, world-renowned writer and expert in Afro-Cuban culture, honors individuals who have made a significant contribution to the cultural development of South Florida. It includes a $1000 cash prize and a ceramics work of art by Miami artist Rodrigo de la Luz.

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HE SOUTHEAST FLORIDA CHAPTER OF THE ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION IS inviting Miami-Dade residents to participate in the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s and unite in the movement to reclaim the future for millions. Walk to End Alzheimer’s will take place on Saturday, Nov. 5 at Museum Park in Miami, Fla. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. Walk to End Alzheimer’s is more than a walk, it is an experience. More than 2,500 participants in Miami-Dade will learn about Alzheimer’s disease and how to get involved with this critical cause, from advocacy opportunities and clinical studies enrollment to support programs and services. In addition to the 2.5-mile walk route, participants enjoy on-stage entertainment, an array of booths and honor those affected by Alzheimer’s disease with the poignant Promise Garden ceremony.“You help us take a step closer to achieving our vision of a world without Alzheimer’s,” said Ann May, CEO of the Southeast Florida Chapter. “This is a community epidemic and we must tackle it as a community.” The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Since 1989, the Alzheimer’s Association mobilized millions of Americans in the Alzheimer’s Association Memory Walk®; now the Alzheimer’s Association is continuing to lead the way with Walk to End Alzheimer’s. Alzheimer’s disease is a growing epidemic and the nation’s sixth-leading cause of death.The number of individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease will rapidly escalate, increasing beyond today’s more than 5 million Americans to as many as 16 million by 2050. To start or join a team, visit the Alzheimer’s Association alz.org/walk. To learn more about this disease and available resources, call the Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline at 800-272-3900.

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A SAFE HAVEN FOR NEWBORNS BACKGROUND A longtime Miami resident (he moved to Miami at four-years-old), Silverio spent much of his life as a businessman, married to his beloved wife Gloria. But after Gloria passed away in a tragic car accident, Silverio channeled his grief into philanthropy, establishing the Gloria M. Silverio Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to her memory and spirit. “Gloria and I always believed in giving back, as we did throughout our 32 year marriage, focusing on the most vulnerable-- the youth and the elderly and our church,” says Silverio.

ABOUT A SAFE HAVEN FOR NEWBORNS Though the Silverios were unable to have biological children, they both held a deep love for their extended family of godchildren, nieces and nephews, so placing focus on children’s issues was a natural fit for the foundation. But it was a late-night moment that solidified Silverio’s plans. “One night (in the middle of the night) I was in my kitchen, the lights were dim and I began mindlessly flipping through a magazine,” he says. “My fingers stopped on a page and for some reason I felt compelled to look… It was a very small article about infant abandonment all over the world. Instantly I knew that this was God’s plan for me for the rest of my life.” A Safe Haven for Newborns was born. Based around Florida’s “Safe Haven” law (which allows parents to abandon their unharmed newborns not more than a week old at any safe haven facility recognized by the state laws without fear of prosecution), the organization works statewide on education and outreach with the goal of helping women make the correct decisions for themselves and their newborn.

My favorite quote is by Mark Twain: ‘The two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why.”

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REACHING OUT The organization has assisted more than 5,000 women in their time of need and works with partners such as fire stations, hospitals, schools and more. “The lifeline of our organization is our 24/7 multilingual confidential helpline which receives seven-to-eight calls per day from all regions of the state,” says Silverio. “ Everyone is helped, no one is ever judged. Our goal is to get the young women help in the community in which she lives, very often resulting in her keeping her baby. Using our statewide resource data base, we assist them as they make their decision in the best interest of their baby and themselves, whether with counseling, parenting, health related issues, adoption or confidentially placing their newborn with a Safe Haven for Newborns.” Silverio also hopes to dispel the myth that it is only the underprivileged or troubled mother who abandons a newborn. “Our experience indicates that this is a tragedy that crosses all categories of age , ethnicity, socioeconomic status,” he says.

A BRIGHT FUTURE Since its inception, A Safe Haven has placed 247 children (243 in Florida, 3 in other states and 1 in Honduras) with forever families. Silverio says his vision for the future is to eradicate infant abuse and abandonment as well as build “Gloria’s House,” a shelter for pregnant girls and women that would offer transitional living, parenting classes and mentorship. And he is well on his way. Over the next year the organization, which is run entirely by volunteers -- including Silverio-- has three fundraising events planned in South Florida, including an October 22 gala event at Jungle Island, where guests will have a chance to meet some of the Safe Haven children and hear their moving testimonials.

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EADY TO PUT DOWN THE FLOSS? NOT SO FAST! We are still going to recommend daily flossing if you want to proactively care for your teeth and gums. Until the research is done to prove that flossing is effective, our patients will just have to rely on our clinical judgment, and that of the American Dental Association and the American Academy of Periodontology, that flossing is the best thing for most people to do in order to remove plaque, impacted food, and bacteria from in between the teeth. If you are not familiar with the news and controversy surrounding new questions as to the effectiveness of dental floss, here it is: The Associated Press reported that the government Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion removed or omitted flossing from the latest “Dietary Guidelines.” Apparently, when the AP contacted the ADA for evidence that flossing is effective, the ADA was unable to produce current, conclusive studies in support of flossing. Subsequent to the news article being released and circulated, the ADA has responded stating, “a lack of strong evidence doesn’t equate to a lack of effectiveness. As doctors of oral health, dentists are in the best position to advise their patients on oral hygiene practices because they know their patient’s oral health status and health history.” The association’s statement also took issue with the implication that removing the flossing recommendation from the dietary guidelines meant the government has changed its stance on flossing, saying “this is simply not the case. The Dietary Guidelines Committee made a deliberate decision to focus on food and nutrient intake.” In our practice, we recommend flossing at least once per day, before brushing. Flossing first removes plaque and impacted food or debris from in between the teeth. This allows for the toothbrush bristles and toothpaste to better reach the interdental spaces; thereby making brushing more effective and efficient. For anyone doubting the importance or effectiveness of flossing, perform your own little experiment. If you brush first and then floss, take note of anything you’ve removed with the floss. This additional debris would have been left to foster bacterial growth. Other devices such as “waterpiks” don’t do as good of a job as floss does most of the time; mechanical removal of plaque is needed. There are other tools or adjuncts your doctor may recommend such as a proxabrush or electric toothbrush heads designed to better reach between the teeth. When it comes to preventing dental decay and gum disease, physically removing plaque and impacted food or debris is the ‘name of the game.’ The goal is simply to limit the habitat and nourishment for bacteria, the byproducts of which cause damage to the teeth and inflammation of the gums. In addition to daily brushing and flossing, regular professional dental cleanings and exams are essential. At Smile Miami we are committed to helping you maintain your oral health and achieving the smile you’ve always hoped for. We can be reached at (305) 598-1428 and are always welcoming new patients.

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HARONDA BUTLER STEWART MAY NOT SEEM TO HAVE MUCH FREE TIME as founder of Sporty Mommas, LLC and mom to three, but what there is of it sees her working with other business owners across the area as President of FemCity Miami. The business networking community was founded here in Miami in 2010 and today boasts more than 70 chapters across the country. We sat down with Stewart to talk relationships, motivation and supporting other female entrepreneurs.

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HOW DID YOU ORIGINALLY BECOME INVOLVED WITH FEMCITY? I was introduced to Femfessionals (now FemCity) in 2013 while attending a blogging workshop in Coral Gables. [Blogger] Nikki Novo was leading the workshop and shared her passion for Femfessionals with the attendees.

WHAT DREW YOU TO THE ORGANIZATION? At the time they were having a promotion and being a new business owner, I was looking for networking opportunities and different ways to grow my business. After joining I learned how powerful women working together and supporting one another can really be. I became a lifetime member and joined the board in 2014.

WHAT DOES YOUR ROLE AS PRESIDENT ENTAIL AND HOW DO YOU WORK WITH OTHER CHAPTERS/CITIES? As President of FemCity Miami, I create events that provide opportunities for women to network and collaborate. I also serve as a liaison for our founder Violette De Ayala to help get the mission of FemCity across Miami. We currently have 75 chapters of FemCity across the U.S. and Canada. I love motivating and inspiring women to be their best selves and FemCity gives me that opportunity.

WHAT WOULD SURPRISE PEOPLE MOST ABOUT FEMCITY MIAMI AND ITS MEMBERS? We are different than most networking groups. We believe in creating relationships and that leads to collaborations in business and also lifelong friendships. The vibe you get when you attend a FemCity Miami event is going to be different. You will want to come back again and again.

HOW DO YOU RECRUIT/FIND MEMBERS AND WHAT’S INVOLVED IN JOINING A CHAPTER? Members are recruited after attending a local event or hearing about it from a friend. We have several levels of memberships. There’s community, business, lifetime and global membership levels. Each membership level has it’s perks but you definitely get more as a business member or higher. FemCity offers business classes, coaching, a platform to showcase your profile and more. The best part is being a part of a network of women doing their thing.

Join FemCity Miami on October 27th as they host “Your health is your true wealth” at Dr. Smood in South Miami. This event will include networking and a special guest panel of women in the health and wellness industry. Learn more at FemCity.com!

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the Cisca Team focuses on client relationships, offering what they call “boutique services” from Miami to West Palm Beach and beyond. “It’s not just servicing a certain area, or specific services for here or there. We can help the client with anything that’s going on with their real estate holdings,” Levy says. That means protecting clients’ interests and avoiding the risk that comes with not being represented by the right agent. As Levy says, “questionable real estate transactions” are still occurring. “People are still being taken advantage of, especially if their home is upside down or in distress,” he adds. Levy also works hard to help clients protect their finances and future, whether that means placing properties under a trust or LLC or sitting down for a guidance talk with potential clients. “You have to protect your assets – everything you’ve worked hard for,” he advises. To that end, Levy always offers potential clients a strategy consultation when needed. “They tell me what they’re trying to do and I’ll give them my thoughts on all aspects of the transaction, not just the purchase or sale,” he says. Levy’s attention to detail and dedication to honest advice has gained him a loyal stable of clients who have stayed with the attorney since his early days and have continued to refer him business. “When a client comes to me they feel secure and protected,” he says. “I’m going to be completely transparent, whether it’s telling you the true

value of your home, how to best sell your home, or how to otherwise protect your assets.” His team, as well, brings more than 40 years of experience in the South Florida real estate market and takes pride in making itself available to clients no matter how large or small the request, creating a comfort level that Levy says separates them from other companies. “We like to have an open platform for the client to be able to ask questions and make sure they feel comfortable,” he says. “Trust is born from treating clients honestly and with transparency.” The Cisca Team’s unique blend of real estate, law, and construction under one roof continues to expand their geographical and client base, allowing them to service everyone from high-end residential real estate buyers to estate sellers and commercial clients looking for buildings or office space. “We are a team,” explains Levy. “We work together with our clientele through every step of the real estate process to deliver thorough, consistent, and dependable results. Once you walk through our doors, you become a member of the Cisca Team.”

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Regional Executive Chef for STARR Catering Group Aaron Janus knows how to please a crowd, having worked at legendary Miami venues such as the Versace Mansion, Barton G. and Mar-A-Lago. Today he oversees events for the famed catering group, working with venues including the Perez Art Museum and Ice Palace Film Studios. Here are his picks for the food of the season…

To create a truly memorable event it’s all about the combination of food and atmosphere and this year it’s all about bold décor and bold cocktails. Here’s what’s on tap for holiday 2016 according to STARR Catering Sales Manager Tatiana Cardenas.

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SWEET POTATO JAM “I love to use sweet potato Jam during the holiday season,” says the Chef. “It is easily found in your local supermarket and pairs great with a variety of flavors, creating a perfect salty/sweet combo that everyone loves.” His ideas are as simple as adding it to a cheese display (he suggests manchego) or combining it with freshly sliced Granny Smith apples, goat cheese and peppery greens and topping it off with a light lemon vinaigrette. “For a creative take on the traditional pecan pie, add some slices of Sweet potato jam as the bottom layer before adding your pecans and bake until it’s golden and bubbly,” he says.

CARROTS Janus also suggest carrots as a “great seasonal ingredient.” Janus likes to use candied baby carrots with orange, mint and sesame seeds as a healthy party snack or roast them with fresh figs, gorgonzola Dulce and brown butter hazelnuts, to make a great, flavorful fall salad. “For a new take on a classic drink, serve guests carrot juice and rum eggnog,” he suggests. “The idea comes from a Jamaican drink made with carrot juice, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla, nutmeg and sugar.” For a more family-friendly beverage try a carrot and pineapple smoothie with a touch of ginger to make a healthier drink that is “full of vitamin K and Vitamin C.”

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Metallic geometric shapes are really in and easy to find at your nearest home store. Integrate these fun shapes and other metallic architectural pieces into your traditional garlands and berries for an updated look to the classics. For cocktail/food displays, let the food shine! Use vibrant and interesting shaped foods such as pomegranates as your décor elements.

“Rather than creating the boring grilled veggie platter that’s been around for 50 years, the modern idea is to create a display of individual platters of roasted veggies that pair with their own garnish,” Janus says. Examples? Moroccan Spiced Cauliflower with goat cheese cream, Zaatar spice pesto and fresh herbs like parsley and cilantro; Port wine and citrus roasted beets with candied almonds and Maytag blue cheese topped with fresh citrus zest; or Jumbo asparagus combined with a light lemon vinaigrette, Hollandaise sauce and fresh cracked black pepper.

BRUSSEL SPROUTS CUPS For a fun take on veggies Janus uses the brussels sprout leaves as cups for passed hors d’oeuvres. “First, wash and rinse the sprout and cut just enough of the bottom off to peel the leaves away,” he says. “Continue to cut and peel until you’ve reached the core. Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the leaves just till the green is nice and vibrant. Place the leaves ice bath to stop the cooking and drain on a kitchen towel. Now you have a perfect little cup/bowl to hold your favorite party food.

RACLETTE CHEESE According to the Chef, “Adding a unique cheese to your party can add a new level of sophistication.” His suggestions? Melted as a side of cheese for dipping; paired with your favorite bread and charcuterie; served on roasted potatoes and onions; or added among other cheeses and paired with white wine.

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BOLD COCKTAILS Use mini spray bottles to give your glasses a spritz before you pour your cocktail. Try orange bitters for an old fashioned or St. Germain for your Prosecco. Want to take it to the next level? Try an absinthe wash on a chilled glass before straining your cocktail in. Garnishes – let your guests top it off themselves with a garnish station. Try blood orange twists, fresh thyme or edible lavender. Add an egg to it! Yes, we’re serious… Pisco Sours and Whiskey Sours are back and they’re delicious! Add one egg white to the rest of your cocktail ingredients – shake without ice (dry shake) for 30 seconds, add ice and vigorously shake for another 30 seconds. Pour in a coupe and watch the egg white become a frothy topping to your cocktail!

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This Brickell-based startup is taking the michelada to new heights with their custom blends of fruit and spices… in popsicle form. Toss the wine and try a beer station where guests can top off their brew with one of Senor Pop’s four signature (mustache-shaped) paletas to create their own cocktail. senorpop.com

Having just launched earlier this year, Wynwood Parlor is now one of the most in-demand food trucks to hit Miami, bringing smiles to young and old fans with their incredible and incredibly creative ice cream sandwiches. Lucky for locals they also offer catering options so guests can enjoy treats like the Cookie Monster (double chocolate chip cookies with cookies-and-cream ice cream rolled in chocolate chips) and Breakfast Sandwich (maple bacon cookies with butter pecan ice cream, rolled in bacon bits) anytime. wynwoodparlor.com

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Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffins It’s not always easy to jump headfirst into fall when you’re still lounging by the pool and grilling dinner. Luckily, there’s an easy way to bring fall flavor into your home with just a few simple ingredients. So grab a spoon and a bowl (no mixer required!) and whip up these fall favorites that are sure to please every member of the family -- from lunchbox to family brunch.

Ingredients 1 and ½ cups flour 1 tsp baking powder 1 heaping cup canned pumpkin 1 /3 cup canola oil 2 large eggs 1 and ¼ cups white sugar ½ tsp baking soda ½ tsp salt 1 tsp cinnamon ½ tsp nutmeg ¼ tsp ginger ¼ tsp cloves

Directions 1. Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees. 2. Whisk together flour and baking powder in a small bowl. 3. Whisk together all other ingredients in a big bowl. 4. Add flour mixture and mix until combined. 5. Pour into mini-muffin pan. 6. Bake for 18-20 minutes. Makes about three dozen mini muffins.

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Another new take on the ice cream truck, the HipPOPs truck and catering team creates gelato, sorbet and frozen yogurt flavors that guests can then dip in milk, dark or white chocolate and top with everything from crushed pecans and pretzels to shredded coconut and rainbow sprinkles. hippops.com

They may not be new, but this local favorite is a great option for bringing together friends and family for a two-hour private session on meal prep and planning. Plus, what better way to beat holiday stress than with a post-work/school/activities ready-to-go dinner option?

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a leading Miami cosmetic and reconstructive surgery center in 1993. Today, the doctor dedicates her time to both cosmetic and reconstructive surgery, performing procedures on both the body and face including breast implants, liposuction, tummy tucks, face and neck lifts, nose reshaping and eyelid lifts. On the reconstructive side, Dr. Marshall is aware of the effects that genetic defects, infection, tumors, disease and trauma can have on normal functioning and appearance. Throughout the years, Dr. Marshall has become the number one referral option from oncologists in Miami when it comes to breast reconstruction after a breast cancer surgery. Years of experience performing reconstructive cosmetic surgery that creates a normal, anatomical appearance, have given her a well-deserved reputation for artistry and excellence. Her caring and experienced staff know it can be hard to go through reconstructive surgery, but assure patients they are in good hands. “We will make sure you have all the attention and care you need to obtain the results you want,” says Dr. Marshall. “I am well aware of the impact this procedure will have on patients and I will make sure they leave our practice satisfied with the results.”

What does it mean to be board certified in plastic surgery? To become a board certified plastic surgeon, one must undergo five to seven years of rigorous post-doctorate training at an approved learning institution. Prior to receiving the certification from the American Board of Plastic Surgery, one must pass an arduous set of written and oral exams.

What procedures does Dr. Marshall perform? Dr. Deirdre Marshall regularly performs the following procedures: • Cosmetic procedures related to the face, neck and trunk. • Benign (non-cancer) and malignant (cancerous) tumors of the head, neck, skin and soft tissues. • Traumatic injuries of the bony facial skeleton and hand as well as soft tissue injuries of any part of the body. • Surgery of the jaw and facial skeleton. • Reconstructive surgery following removal of cancer resulting in disfigurement of any part of the body including the face, breasts and/or trunk.

What can be done to address facial aging? Facial aging can normally be attributed to the natural aging process, heredity and lifestyle. The most common facial rejuvenation procedure is the facelift. A facelift tightens and lifts excess skin on the face and neck. Additional procedures are available to improve the appearance of the eyes, cheeks, chin and neck. Wrinkles of the face may be best treated by minimally-invasive skin rejuvenation products.

Does Dr. Marshall treat men as well as women? Although many plastic surgery patients are women, Marshall Cosmétique can meet the cosmetic needs of men as well. From rejuvenation procedures like chin and neck reshaping to face and eyelid lifting to body contouring surgery to eliminate gynecomastia, Dr. Marshall realizes the importance of meeting the cosmetic needs of men as well as women.

What does cosmetic surgery cost? Marshall Cosmétique is located at 6360 Sunset Dr, South Miami, FL 33143. For more information, please visit www.marshallcosmetique.com or call 305.663-5790.

Cosmetic surgery is elective and rarely covered by insurance plans. Costs vary based on the procedure. Dr. Deirdre Marshall offers financing for liposuction, breast augmentation, face lifts, tummy tucks and more.

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EAD OVER TO DR. DEIRDRE MARSHALL’S Instagram page and you’ll find an eclectic mix of images. Sprinkled in between the before-and-after’s, laugh-out-loud plastic surgery memes and candid images of the Marshall Cosmetique staff you’ll find inspiring (and jawdropping) snaps of the cosmetic surgeon running, biking and swimming her way through the Alcatraz Triathlon — visual proof of her dedication to health and happiness. In fact, Dr. Marshall is one of Florida’s leading physicians in the area of plastic surgery. For the last 28 years she has held medical licenses in three states, as well as two board certifications in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. In 2009, Dr. Marshall was named to South Florida’s “Super Doctors” list. In addition, she is considered an expert breast reconstruction and pediatric craniofacial and hand surgeon. She has taken several overseas surgical missions to Vietnam and various locations in Central and South America to educate and provide treatment to children in indigent and poverty stricken areas. A graduate of Yale University, Dr. Marshall completed her medical degree at the Stanford School of Medicine in Palo Alto, California, where she did her internship and residency in a combined program in general surgery and plastic and reconstructive surgery. Dr. Marshall has also completed fellowship training in hand and microsurgery in Paris and cosmetic surgery in Miami Beach. She opened Marshall Cosmétique,

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HE SCHOOL YEAR IS IN FULL SWING AND, AS A GRANDfather myself, I know how important it is to keep our children and grandchildren busy after school hours. To improve our services, the City of Coral Gables is doing major renovations to our most important recreational facility, the War Memorial Youth Center. The City is resurfacing the basketball courts, repairing all iron gates and mesh fencing in the field complex, repairing the bleachers and entrances, installing a new field irrigation system, and doing a complete re-sodding of the athletic field. Within the next year we will also replace the Youth Center’s playgrounds, fix the facility roof, upgrade the equipment of the gymnastics center, make improvements to the theater and also renovate the interior courtyard. Pardon our dust while we make these facility improvements. Once completed, you’ll enjoy a renewed Youth Center that our residents and participants can be proud of.

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T’S ALMOST THE HOLIDAY SEASON, AND THAT MEANS PARties! Halloween parties, Thanksgiving parties, Christmas parties, etc... No matter what type of party, the odds are that alcohol is being served. If you do not attend the party with a designated driver, be very careful about what you ingest that night. DUIs, or driving under the influence, also known as DWIs, are serious business and a terrible way to end your night of fun. If you've been arrested for DUI in Florida, and it is your first offense, there are certain mandatory penalties that have to be imposed by statute if convicted. You may also be subject to other common discretionary penalties that will likely be imposed which are different according to the jurisdiction you are in. A conviction is mandatory in Florida for a DUI sentencing. This means that the prosecutor or Judge cannot withhold adjudication even if he or she wants to. If you were to plead to DUI, or be found guilty of DUI by a jury, the Judge must impose a conviction. A first time DUI offense carries fines and potential incarceration depending on where you live. Different counties and different judges have different norms when it comes to incarceration for a first time DUI offense. The maximum incarceration is 6 months. In Miami Dade and Broward Counties where I practice, it is unusual (although not unheard of) for a prosecutor to ask for, and a judge to impose, jail time for a first time DUI plea with no aggravating factors.

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SK ANY TENTATIVE GYM-GOER FOR THEIR perfect exercise scenario and it might go a little something like this: Show up to a clean and well-equipped space with no other people in sight and an encouraging and knowledgeable personal trainer who will determine the exact exercises that are most beneficial to their specific needs… all in under half an hour. Sound like a dream? It’s not. Founded in Europe more than a decade ago, Concept 10 10 is now offering its private personal training services to South Floridians, with locations in Naples and now Coral Gables. Focusing on quality equipment and efficient routines, Concept 10 10 continues to draw fans (and potential franchisees) from around the globe. “A lot of people don’t like the hustle and bustle; the noise and the waiting time. [At a lot of gyms], it’s more about appearance,” says founder Jorgen Albrechtsen. “At Concept 10 10 it’s all set up in advance, there’s no music, no one looking at you, and it's completely supervised.” So how does it work? Clients meet with a trainer for an initial consultation, where they walk through the equipment to determine each machine’s optimal setting. After that the settings are put in place before each 20-minute session, with trainers increasing resistance as the clients' progress. “We choose the weight based on the clients' performance,” says Albrechtsen. “We want them reach the point of exhaustion between one-and-a-half minute to two-and-a-half minutes.” At the studio, higher intensity means better results when coupled with ample recovery time for the body—

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hence the 20-minute sessions. “It’s very effective,” says Albrechtsen. “It’s not about how much you work out. If you’re doing it correctly there’s no need to do it again.” Concept 10 10’s trainers also cater to those looking to heal from pain or build strength in areas such as the back, where they can isolate the muscles in a “very

specific way.” The trainers all receive specialized training and certification from Concept 10 10’s corporate headquarters in Naples, with Albrechtsen focusing on personality and interest level in order to make clients more comfortable and ensure that trainers follow the Concept 10 10 guidelines and theories. “It’s all about the quality of the equipment and the intensity of the workout,” says Albrechtsen. “It’s for all ages. Our youngest client is 14 and our oldest is 102… with artificial hips and knees.” Though the privacy and personal attention may appeal to an older demographic, Concept 10 10 caters to all fitness levels as a result of the personal attention. “If you work out alone there’s nobody there to encourage you to do things correctly. Here, after a few sessions, people can really see and feel a difference,” he says. In fact, Albrechtsen notes that many clients come in looking to take their fitness abilities to the next level—whether it be via a faster tennis swing or better stamina on the golf course. “They’re able to hit harder and jump higher. It’s the perfect addition to a fitness routine.” Concept 10 10 is located at 1426 Ponce De Leon Blvd in Coral Gables. Please visit www.miami.concept1010.com or call 786.294.0219 for more information or to schedule your first session.

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1. Avoid dangerous pet costumes. Only dress up your pet if he/she tolerates and enjoys it. Avoid any costume that limits their field of vision or that has loose strings, feathers, or bells. Avoid flammable materials and outfits that are tight or uncomfortable. If your dog is a chewer or eats foreign objects (listen to this one, labrador owners), then skip the costume. If you make the costume yourself, be sure that it is a safe design and allows for proper movement. 2. Choose decorations that are safe. Avoid using real candles for decoration to prevent burned whiskers, corneas, and other body parts. Too commonly candles are placed on the ground inside interesting containers, such as pumpkins, that are too attractive and invite dogs and cats to smell and investigate, resulting in major burns. Also skip the fake spiderwebs if there are cats in the household. Cats are fond of playing with strings and it is easy for them to swallow these plastic strings leading to intestinal blockage and, likely, emergency surgery. 3. Be cautious opening doors repeatedly. Frequent knocking at the door by kids looking for candy can be an invitation for fast dogs and cats to escape and get lost, or worse, been hit by a car. 4. Keep candy out of your pet’s reach. Unintentional poisoning from eating candy that contains ingredients that are toxic to pets and gastrointestinal problems due to the ingestion of excess candy, are perhaps the most common emergencies seen on Halloween night. If your pet is known for stealing snacks from tables and counters, avoid chocolates (especially the darker type), raisins, and any candy with the sweetener xylitol. The theobromine in chocolate will lead to tachycardia, incoordination, vomiting, diarrhea, and other serious symptoms that require treatment. The low calorie sweetener xylitol can lead to acute liver failure. Ingestion of raisins can cause acute kidney failure in dogs. Lets not forget that most dogs will also eat the wrappers and even the lollipop sticks. These foreign, non-digestible materials, commonly cause blockage of the intestines and stomach, requiring emergency surgery. 5. Keep your anxious pet in a quiet room with the door closed. Nervous pets are more prone to anxiety attacks from loud, unfamiliar noises, frequent door knocking, and scary costumes. Older dogs and cats with cardiac disease are especially sensitive to these kinds of stimuli. Keeping your nervous pet away from these dangers will not only protect them from acute medical conditions such as heart attacks, but will also protect people, especially children, from unexpected bites caused by fear. When planning for a fun Halloween night, keep your pet’s safety in mind. A worry-free celebration is always more enjoyable, and your pet will appreciate a special safe, cozy room with her/his favorite snack to munch on during this holiday. Dr Marta Sanchez-Emden is the founder of the Animal Health and Rehab Center in South Miami. She has been practicing Veterinary Medicine in Miami for over 20 years. As a Certified Veterinary Journalist, she is the resident veterinarian for various national TV shows. She authored the book “CHIHUAHUAS : How to Be Your Dog’s Best Friend,” available on Amazon. Follow her at youtube.com/ahrcvet, Facebook.com/dr.sanchezemden, Twitter @DrMartavet, and www.animalhealthrehab.com.

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OR MOST WOMEN IN SOUTH FLORIDA (AND YES, EVEN BEYOND), A CONversation about hair removal is as common as talking about the weather. But, according to Laser Center of Miami & Spa owner Myriam Barrero, and partner, Maggie Avila, it hasn’t always been that way. While electrolysis treatments were the norm for hair removal in the early 80s, the conversation surrounding it was taboo. “No one wanted anyone to know they were having any hair removal procedure,” says Barrero. With the advancement of technology came laser hair removal and, in the early 90s, Barrero brought one of the first laser hair removal devices to Miami. As the times changed, so did views on hair removal, making it not only more desirable but quite common. Barrero and Avila initiated their venture with only one treatment room in a medical office, expanding and growing before settling into a self-standing facility on Sunset Drive. Today, Barrero and her highly-trained staff offer patients from around the world everything from laser hair removal and Hydrafacials to vein treatments and the newly-popular CoolSculpting. But hair removal remains Ms. Barrero’s passion; one she speaks of with a mix of authority, experience, and excitement as well as responsibility to her patients. “We are here for our patients”, she says. “We care and want them to be happy.”

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For most of those patients the process begins with a complimentary consultation. A specialist will discuss medical history, allergies, and any medications that may affect the treatment. A patch test is performed to make sure there are no reactions, waiting a full 24 hours before starting the treatment. Barrero says there is no one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to a hair removal plan. “It depends on many factors such as the pigment and melanin of the hair being removed.” Treatments usually span multiple visits, spaced out initially over five to six week intervals. Unlike other centers, Laser Center of Miami & Spa is one of the few facilities that does not require pre-payments, contracts, or commitments. Patients are also always able to see the same specialist, making it a very personal experience. The center prides itself on offering state-of-the-

art machines featuring a C.D.C. spray that helps avoid discomfort. The center also has a medical director on-staff to address any questions or concerns, though post-treatment is usually as simple as staying out of the sun. Once the process is completed the skin looks amazing, says Barrero. “You cannot even tell you ever had any hair.” Aside from hair removal, Laser Center of Miami & Spa also offers patients traditional spa treatments such as facials and massage, but at the center of the company’s mission is always a dedication to their patients and concentration on excellence in customer service. “Our goal is to do the right thing by our patients,” says Ms. Barrero. “Money has never been my goal. We believe that if you do the right thing and you do it with love, success will follow.”

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2016 MERRICK-IN-THE-MAKING COMMUNITY BUILDER RECIPIENT - CARLOS F. GARCIA

Carlos F. Garcia, Miami Office Managing Partner of Hancock Askew & Co., LLP, was honored with the Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce’s Merrick-in-the-Making Award in the Community Builder category. Carlos was presented the award on August 25, 2016 at the Chamber’s Annual George E. Merrick Awards of Excellence Dinner at The Biltmore Hotel. The Community Builder Merrick-in-the-Marking Award is presented to an individual who has selflessly served Coral Gables and who has built upon a dream or idea, without fear of failure or rejection.

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On Saturday, August 27, Feeding South Florida and Bank of America volunteers joined forces to distribute thousands of food donations in advance of September’s Hunger Action Month. The donations were packed and loaded onto trucks to feed families in need across South Florida. During the food sorting event, Bank of America Miami Market President Gene Schaefer presented Feeding South Florida with a $20,000 check Bank of America Charitable Foundation Basic Needs Grant.

D. WADE COMMUNITY BIKE RIDE

The D. Wade CommUNITY Bike Ride took place September 17 at Regatta Park in Coconut Grove. Kids tested their bike skills with the University of Miami BikeSafe Program, while adults had their bikes checked out by local bike shop mechanics before taking off on a six mile loop through the community.”Bicycles play an important role in providing transportation to work, to school, and other short trips” said Jim Wolfe, Florida Department of Transportation District Six Secretary. “In order to have a safe transportation system for everyone, including bicyclists and pedestrians, the department has adopted a Complete Streets initiative that promotes connectivity and allows all road users to share the road safely.”

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ARTSLAUNCH2016 kicked off the Arsht Center’s box office opening and the start of the South Florida arts season with a day full of fun and free activities for the community. On Saturday, Sept. 10, more than 3,000 guests participated in more than 37 activities, including Comic Book and Cosplay Mania, Annie dance workshops for kids and sneak previews of Broadway’s The Illusionists with comedy magician Jeff Hobson, a.k.a. “The Trickster.” On that day, the public also got an opportunity to be the first to purchase tickets to more than 50 shows for the Arsht Center’s 11th season.

Obstacles that would be cemented into our State's Constitution if we vote yes. These obstacles are only present in four states, Florida, North Carolina, Kentucky, and Oklahoma. Other states, like California and New Jersey, have removed similar barriers. They have advanced the solar production in their states by a large margin leaving the Sunshine State at number 17 in the nation for solar production. Consumers in states like California enjoy the benefits of lower cost solar installations and the environmental benefits of renewable energy.

THIS COMING NOVEMBER, AMENDMENT ONE will be introduced on the ballot. Disguised as a pro-solar move, Amendment One has the power to bulldoze the solar revolution in its tracks. Funded by three major Utility companies in Florida, Amendment One seeks to control how Floridians use and install solar on their properties. If passed, solar users would be forced to buy power from a utility company and only sell back to that utility company at rates decided by the very same utility company. FPL, Duke, and Tampa Electric have spent nearly 21 million dollars to promote Amendment One. Clearly they want the amendment to pass, and they want to continue to profit from solar customers' lack of choices. Amendment One ensures Florida won't see the billions of dollars in investment capital that the solar industry has brought to other states. Floridians are asked to pass Amendment One. "Rights of electricity consumers regarding solar energy choice" At first glance this sounds like it is a great idea and should be supported in order to support solar power generation. This is far from the truth. Amendment One cements into the constitution barriers now in place to prohibit the solar industry from expanding in the Sunshine State. Amendment One is backed by the Investor owned utility companies. They have invested over $21 million dollars to convince you that we need this amendment to protect the consumer from unjust cost, and safety concerns. The truth is that Amendment One is designed to protect the utility company's hold on the Florida consumer, never giving you a choice. This protects their pockets from open market competition that will drive the price of energy down. It takes the benefits away from you, the consumer. The utility companies don't want you to know the truth. Amendment One does nothing to change current law. Our current law already guarantees your right to renewable energy. Current law also has severe obstacles in place the limit the growth of the solar industry.

Amendment One will place barriers on the Florida Constitution, limiting the free market access and giving solar users only one option, the utility company. Amendment One says, "ESTABLISHMENT OF CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHT. Electricity consumers have the right to own or lease solar equipment installed on their property to generate electricity for their own use." This is misleading because you as a consumer already have a constitutional right under Florida Statute. The Solar Rights Act (CA Civil Code 714), enacted in 1978 guarantees you the right to install solar panels. The real confusion here is the final four words in the above sentence."...for their own use." When you limit the solar rights of a homeowner to their own use you prohibit the forces of free market to take effect. Free market is the force that benefits consumers the most, when you prohibit free market you allow the utility companies to thrive in a monopoly environment. "A wolf in sheep's clothing" is how Florida Supreme Court Justice Barbara Pariente described this Amendment. Those final four words prohibit you, or anyone in Florida from installing renewable energy (solar or wind) except to replace their own use. To put it very clearly you must purchase your panels up front. You cannot produce any excess and sell it on the open market. These four words severely inhibit the growth of this industry as businesses will not be allow to install solar panels produce electricity and compete with the utility companies for your business. In States where the laws have changed and favorable legislation has passed, the consumers enjoy lower rates and environmental benefits. If the market was open, and similar competition was allowed in Florida, you as the consumer would benefit. Imagine if you could

buy electricity from FPL, or perhaps Google or even your local solar provider. They all had to compete to offer you the best deal. Now you control the market. The utility companies argue that they cannot allow free market for safety reasons. They argue that the Solar Industry is unregulated and therefore would cause a threat to the power grid. They want you to believe this. The truth is that the solar industry is one of the highest regulated industries in the nation. In Florida, every solar system has to be certified by the state through FSEC, must be designed by a licensed professional engineer, and permitted by the local building department in your municipality. That is three layers of protection. The second and most dangerous part of this amendment is that it would allow the Utility companies to decide the rates that a solar customer pays. "RETENTION OF STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENTAL ABILITIES. State and local governments shall retain their abilities to protect consumer rights and public health, safety and welfare, and to ensure that consumers who do not choose to install solar are not required to subsidize the costs of backup power and electric grid access to those who do." Utility companies are trying to create the impression that a customer who installs solar is placing a financial burden on homeowners who do not install solar. The argument is that solar customers cost the utility company money, so other customers now see increased rates. This is just unrealistic and untrue. Let's break down this information in terms of real life. You as the consumer are required to pay for the utility company's cost of producing the electricity. For example, the Tampa area consumers had to pay $5.3 billion dollars for the utility company to build the Tampa area Nuclear reactors. These reactors have never produced any electricity, but the consumers have to pay for it up front. Likewise, in the Miami market, FPL has asked that we pay $7.8 billion dollars for new nuclear reactors in the Turkey Point Facility. It is important to think about the added financial responsibility of cleaning up the canal systems and the environmental damage done to Biscayne Bay that no money can reverse. The truth is, that unlike expensive facilities that produce nothing and cost millions, it

costs you nothing when your neighbor decides to install a solar system. In fact, nationally it has been proven that rooftop solar can save the local utility companies millions in infrastructure upgrades if they would only embrace and encourage the technology. Imagine that every new housing development installed solar on every roof instead of having to invest thousands of dollars in tax money for the utility to upgrade its infrastructure. This means new lines, transformers, transfer stations, and power generation plants. The average home can run on solar for less than ten dollars a month. Every appliance, light and outlet works exactly as it did before. Think about the savings in infrastructure alone if expensive, tax costly power plants were replaced with solar homes across Miami. We would produce more than enough power, and it would be safer and cleaner energy. The solar industry is growing across America, creating thousands of high paying clean energy jobs. Please join me and thousands of other Floridians in Voting NO on Amendment One and help promote that growth in the Sunshine State. Amendment One is opposed by the majority of local municipal leaders, see what they have to say. "Our efforts to expand access to Solar and reduce the cost were thwarted by FPL and other investor utilities that want a monopoly on the sun. Amendment 1 which is on the November ballot would place permanent barriers to solar expansion in our constitution. The utilities have spent over $21 million dollars to pursue their own ballot effort and mislead the public. If you want to see solar expand in Florida vote No on Amendment 1,â&#x20AC;? said Pinecrest Mayor Cindy Lerner. As Floridians, we are faced with a tremendous responsibility to vote this coming November. The ballot presents Amendment One to the people of the sunshine state, and we must not be fooled. Amendment One has the power to change the future for solar energy, and that change is not reversible. We must vote no in November because there will not be a second chance. Billion-dollar utility companies cannot be allowed to decide Florida's solar future.

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OTOX AND OTHER COSMETIC NEUROTOXINS CAUSE temporary paralysis of the forehead and brow muscles, and improve the appearance of wrinkles. Most people don’t know that this wonderful adjunct to cosmetic surgery can make drooping eyelids worse. One of the most frequent complaints I hear from women as they age is that putting on eye shadow becomes more and more of a challenge. As the years pass the skin of the upper lids becomes more redundant, creating a formidable task. Different application techniques have been tried unsuccessfully, the pull, the stretch, even wishing for a third hand. The caking and smudging that results can get you a part on “The Walking Dead.” The problem is real, and it continues to progress. What can you do? Here is an example: You are a smart, cosmopolitan woman, and want to fight the aging battle. Immediately you turn to the “non-surgical” miracle. Botox, Dysport or whatever toxin du jour is available. You grab your Groupon voucher and run to your favorite dermatologist, spa, dentist, internist, OB/GYN, hairdresser, friend of a friend... just to get the magic cure. Just a few “lunchtime injections” and Voila! Your forehead is so smooth that you could win the world poker championship, but your eyelids are now worse than ever. And your paralyzed forehead can’t raise your brows, even if you were reading the winning Lotto ticket. So you run back to your “expert” and explain the problem. Their usual answers follow, “mmm”, “I think you’re exaggerating,” “It will settle in a few days,” “but you look great!,” the friend of a friend “left town.” Fortunately the effects of this mistake wear off in about three to four months, and you’re back to square one. The reality is that most of these “experts” will not analyze your eyelid problem properly, and will actually cause more harm than good. So be smart. From a plastic surgeon’s perspective the easiest and most successful solution to the problem is the upper lid rejuvenation, also known in the industry as an upper lid “blepharoplasty.” The word “blepharoplasty” comes from the Greek words “blepharon,” meaning eyelid, and “plasty” meaning to change or mold. This is a simple, minimally invasive procedure that takes about thirty minutes to perform. There is no need for general anesthesia. The results are beautiful rejuvenated eyelids that can tolerate the potential negative effects of Botox. It is relatively inexpensive, painless, and the recovery time is minimal. Some cold compresses, dark glasses for a few days and you’re back to makeup in a week. Before you make a costly mistake go see a real expert with the skill set to properly analyze your issues and help you achieve the results you want. Then your forehead, and eye shadow, can look great when you win that poker championship. An International, multilingual Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Jose Soler-Baillo brings to South Florida a refreshing, modern approach to Cosmetic Surgery. Dr. Soler-Baillo earned his Medical Degree at the prestigious Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York City, trained in General Surgery at the Saint Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston, New Jersey, and received extensive training in Plastic Surgery in Miami, New York, and Texas. Dr. Soler-Baillo is Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. For more information please visit, resultsmd.com or email info@soler-baillo.com.

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