One important component for patients who visit Waterâs Edge Dentistry is the assurance of âanxiety-free dentistry.â Many people are fearful about having to go to the dentist, but not under the careful and capable hands of Dr. Nicole Dahlkemper and her team. So, open wide and get ready for your best, healthiest smile. At Waterâs Edge Dentistry, numerous and extensive services … [Read more...]
Can You Avoid the Cold and Flu Season?
Colds and flus have become synonymous with the holiday season. Once the kids are back in school, noses start to sniffle and throats begin to tickle. Getting sick is unavoidable, or is it? In a sea of crumpled Kleenexes and cough-drop wrappers, is there hope for a germ-free season? Some local experts gave their best advice on prevention, vaccinations and ⊠[Read more...]
How Employeesâ Well-Being Effects the Bottom Line: Good Health Is Good for Business
Shannon Depiesse, a triathlete enthusiast, floated the idea of a womenâs team to participate in the local She Tris sprint triathlons to the company she works for, Meadors, Inc. Four of her colleagues signed up and trained together while Meadors supported and encouraged them. Meadors, located in Charleston, is in the business of high-end architecture, design, construction and … [Read more...]
Our Teens Are Vaping: What You Might Want to Know
âEveryone vapes in school.â If your teenager has ever said this to you, itâs not an exaggeration. Vaping is a serious problem among our youth. According to the Office of the U.S. General Surgeon, e-cigarette use is higher among high school students than adults. The solution: education and parental involvement. âStudents and adults see the colorful packages and candy-like … [Read more...]
Eliminate Underarm Sweat and Odor: miraDry Offered by Dr. Marshall Allyn White
It is often said that there are only two things in life that are a sure thing: death and taxes. However, there is another unavoidable pitfall â sweat! For everyone, and in particular those here in the South, underarm sweat and odor are often an embarrassing compromise while enjoying year-round warm temperatures and sunshine. As that thermostat climbs and climbs during the … [Read more...]
Coastal Podiatry: Making Foot Care a Walk in the Park
Most who live in the South Carolina Lowcountry embrace an active lifestyle. And with that can come foot problems. Itâs a daily battle for many, and Coastal Podiatry specializes in everything from preventative maintenance to reconstructive foot and ankle surgery. Family owned and operated, Dr. Rahn Ravenell and his wife, Dr. Tamika Ravenell, offer the best possible care for … [Read more...]
The Facial Surgery Center: A Beautiful Feeling
In 1999, Dr. Marcelo Hochman, a facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon, opened The Facial Surgery Center after working 10 years in academic medicine. Originally from Venezuela, he attended school at Stanford, worked around the globe and chose to settle in the Carolina Lowcountry after Hurricane Hugo. âSome people would argue that oneâs heart and soul are far more … [Read more...]
Dr. Margarita Murphy: Changing Lives for the Better
Dr. Margarita Murphy of Colon Surgeons of Charleston helps people with medical conditions they usually donât want to admit, let alone talk about. She said that many of her patients âsuffer in silence,â sometimes not even confiding in their primary care doctors. She wants people in Mount Pleasant, and around the world, for that matter, to know that they no longer have to live … [Read more...]
Advanced Hearing Care: Setting the Standard for Sound
Thereâs a lot more to it than just going and buying a device off a shelf Hearing loss is often a gradual process that can seemingly creep up on people. Some of the signs that indicate a decline in hearing include asking for repetition, speech sounding muffled or frequently saying, âWhat?â or âHuh?â or âExcuse me?â As hearing fades, individuals can find themselves … [Read more...]
Profile by Sanford: Tailored Weight Loss
Most of us want to eat properly and take care of our bodies. But sometimes itâs difficult to know exactly what course of action to take to lose and keep off weight and develop a lasting, healthy lifestyle. Thatâs where Profile by Sanford comes in. Here, a staff of certified coaches provide members with a plan tailored to their individual needs. The five coaches at the Mount … [Read more...]
Say What? How Hearing Loss Leads to Depression
According to Dr. Kimberly Combs, an audiologist with Advanced Hearing Care, the average person waits seven years to seek help after the onset of hearing loss ... But why? Dr. Juliette Gassert, another audiologist with Advanced Hearing Care, said, âUntreated hearing loss is linked to increased rates of fatigue, depression and less social interaction.â Luckily, this is … [Read more...]