Shorten The Risk of Getting Long In the Tooth: How To Treat Gum Recession

We have all heard the phrase “getting long in the tooth”. Though it originated as a folksy way to indicate you can tell a horse’s age by looking at their teeth, it can also be applied to humans, and a way of describing recession of the gums.  Maybe you first notice it when looking in the mirror while brushing of flossing. Or you take a new profile pic for social media...
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Get The Added Protection of a Medicare Supplement Plan

For many retirees, the discovery that Medicare doesn’t cover many expenses comes as a rude awakening. But discovering there’s a steep outstanding balance on your doctor visit or hospital bill can be avoided. Here’s what you need to know about Medicare Supplement Plans and how they can offer you peace of mind.   Isn’t Medicare Enough? Medicare health...
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A Vision for Safer, Easier Cataract Surgery

One of the most common eye problems we develop as we age is cataracts. Cataracts are a progressive, painless clouding of the natural, internal lens of the eye. Because this clouding blocks light, the condition can compromise vision and make it difficult to see clearly. Cataracts are often related to growing older, but younger people can also develop them. Other health conditions,...
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Tired of Drill and Fill? A Faster, Cheaper, and Painless Alternative For Cavities.

In 2018, the then-president of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry said that, aside from fluoridated water, a topical cavity fighter which has already been used in other countries for decades, “may be the single greatest innovation in pediatric dental health in the last century.” Silver diamine fluoride is a liquid that can be painted on teeth to stop decay. Fast,...
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