Open Wide And Press Print: Innovation in Dentistry With 3D Printing

3D printing is the process of making three-dimensional solid objects from a digital model. 3D printers have already been used to make everything from iPhone cases, coffee cups, and fully functional musical instruments like acoustic guitars and flutes. They’re even being used to revolutionize medicine and surgery with 3D printed anatomical models, which give surgeons extremely...
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Clearing Up Questions About Glaucoma

More than 3 million Americans have glaucoma—but only half of them know it. Glaucoma is a condition that occurs when too much pressure builds up in the eyes. Unchecked, it can damage the optic nerve, which enables your brain to process and see everything around you. Untreated, glaucoma can lead to blindness. It’s estimated that in the U.S. 2.4 million people—including...
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The Grass Is Greener (and Taken Care Of For You!) On The Other Side: Considering The Benefits of Independent Living

Jessica and Lee had owned their home since 1980. They’d held onto the house long after their two children had moved on and started families of their own. They loved the neighborhood and the school where he taught was a bike ride away. But as they settled into retirement, they realized they no longer needed a 5-bedroom house anymore, or wanted to deal with the work and expense of...
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Saving By Association: Your Membership Provides Discounts On Merchandise, Dining, Travel, and More!

The stay-at-home order caused by the coronavirus was challenging for Richard, but he knew it was even more challenging for his wife Molly. Molly loves travel and, since he finally joined her in retirement as a school administrator last year, they had initially planned on an extensive amount throughout 2020. So Richard decided to make the summer extra special and splurge on a road-trip...
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