Why would you want braces in the first place? There are certainly many reasons, but some of the most common include a more attractive smile, reduced appearance-consciousness during critical-development years, better function of the teeth, an increase in self-confidence and better long term health of the teeth and gums. So now that you know what there is to be gained, the next thing you need to do is come in to see us at Wu Orthodontics! Initial Evaluation It is our aim to provide our patients and their families with state-of-the-art orthodontic care. Your first visit ...

DSK Enterprises is pleased to announce the grand opening of its online store, PaintedFurnitureBarn.com. The website features a wide variety of painted furniture that can be uniquely customized for each client. PaintedFurnitureBarn.com offers painted furniture and accessories in a variety of styles, including Cottage and Country, Early American, French Country and Hand-decorated designs. Customization options include custom paint colors and finishes that include distressing, two-color combinations and various leg, door and hardware styles. Founder Deborah Kester says: ...

APW Asset Management are delighted to announce that they are now an approved member and user of Cavex, the recently launched independent fine wine trading platform. Cavex, which has been almost 2 years in the making, is aiming to break new ground in the way fine wine is traded, providing competition to already existing exchanges. Cavex co-founder, Stephen Maunder, a veteran of both the City and Bibendum's Fine Wine division (his business partner and co-founder Daniel Haig has been in the wine trade for seven years, having held posts at John Armitt, Bibendum and South ...

AskDerm.com, a leading online retailer of Dermatologist recommended products, is helping to spread awareness on the importance of sun protection. Throughout May, AskDerm.com will be giving away free sun protection products. These free gifts will be announced on the AskDerm.com Facebook page, and include products from popular brands such as KINeSYS, Colorescience, and Elta MD. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States. More than 3.5 million skin cancers in over 2 million people are diagnosed annually. "Studies have shown that the daily ...

Rejuve is proud to announce that Dr. John Tang, MD, is among the first Bay Area doctors to offer CoolSculpting in San Jose for those looking for a sleeker, more toned midsection. This revolutionary liposuction alternative is being hailed by medical doctors as a breakthrough in non-invasive fat reduction. Safe and approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), CoolSculpting gently cools unwanted fat cells in the body, inducing a natural, controlled elimination of fat cells. Based on science developed by the Wellman Center for Photomedicine at Boston's Massachusetts ...

Towson cosmetic dentist, Dr. Mehdi Zamani at Advanced Dental Care is now accepting patient appointments online via the practice's newly designed website. This move is designed to increase patient satisfaction by allowing patients to schedule appointments at their convenience "Some people will use every excuse to not visit the dentist and I wanted to change that. Our new website also allows current and prospective patients to conveniently set up appointments with our dental experts by simply visiting the website. We've added convenience, comfort and pleasure to the ...

While maintaining quality dental health care for her patients of all ages at Joseph A Schouten DDS, Dr. Joseph Schouten, dentist in Appleton, maintains continuing education courses. By continuing his education, Dr. Schouten ensures that he is providing his patients with the most up-to-date dental technology and treatments. Dr. Schouten, dentist in Appleton, WI is passionate about his work and his patients, which is further seen through his continuing education. He continually attends education seminars to stay abreast of the latest techniques and technology in dentistry ...

Bucks Dermatology & Facial Plastic Surgery is pleased to offer patients the opportunity to view before and after case photos of previous patient's' procedures in addition to online testimonials. The case photos and testimonials sections were created to further inform patients of Bucks Dermatology & Facial Plastic Surgery's ability to successfully perform various facial plastic surgery procedures, such as Langhorne laser resurfacing, eyelid surgery, and facelifts, among others. When patients visit the site for Bucks Dermatology & Facial Plastic Surgery they ...

Dr. Sheryl Clark, dermatologist in Upper East Side New York, is proud to announce 2013 as her 25th year in dermatology. With 25 years of experience in dermatology, Dr. Clark prides herself in her ability to provide the best in quality skin care for her patients. From routine checkups to CoolSculpting laser in Upper East Side New York, NY, Dr. Clark offers her patients an array of procedures and treatments to improve their skin appearance and health. For the past 25 years, Dr. Clark, Upper East Side New York dermatologist, has focused on prevention of disease and aging. ...

Leading Morristown, NJ dermatologists at Affiliated Dermatologists are pleased to introduce the creation of a patient education library. The patient education library provides an array of patient friendly information about dermatological procedures, ailments, and symptoms so that the patient is always well informed of the latest in dermatological care. The patient education library was created for a patient's personal use, covering an array of educational topics related to skin care. Affiliated Dermatologists in Morristown, NJ encourages patients to browse through the ...

Dr. Basel Badawi, Boston, MA dentist, is pleased to offer one-appointment, all porcelain crowns with CEREC. Patients can now receive treatment for severe dental decay and other damage from CITIDental Boston in one, simple visit. No longer do patients need to wait multiple visits for an improved smile. Patients can visit CITIDental Boston to experience new advancements in dental technology offered for a variety of procedures, including dental crowns. CEREC technology has made restoration easier by allowing crowns to be applied in one simple visit, rather than requiring ...

Just as many people attend college courses to complete their degree in various studies, or complete seminars for their company, dentists also complete continuing education on a regular basis. As the dental field constantly advances with improved technology and procedures, it is important for dentists to complete continuing education courses every year. Dr. Rick Larson, dentist in Coppell, is proud to complete the necessary requirements each year in continuing dental education courses and seminars to further improve patient care. "It is my goal to provide my patients ...

The three to six-month age mark is a time when your once-happy and smiley little one becomes cranky and prone to tantrums. Don't lose heart--your baby is likely teething, a process that can make your baby feel fussy and refuse to eat. When teeth begin to emerge from your baby's gums, you can expect your baby will have some pain and behave accordingly. Dr. May Yazij-Corey, D.M.D., a Cooper City, FL dentist at Miracle Dental Center sees babies each week who are undergoing the teething process, and she shares her tips for helping struggling parents. "Not all babies ...

Educating patients is at the heart of what Dr. Carrie Lintner, family dentist in Kalamazoo, and her staff at Lindenwoods Dental does. From information on routine dental care, to more complex topics such as the oral systemic link or overall health and wellness, are all important in maintaining optimal oral health, and Dr. Lintner is available to offer dental tips. "Understanding the oral systemic link, and overall health and wellness is important in helping my patients have a well-rounded dental health care plan. I want my patients to fully understand their oral ...

Dr. Jason Oh, Valencia dentist, invites patients to write a review of their experience with Valencia Dental Arts on Google, Yelp, Yahoo, or any other reviews site. This allows patients to provide online users with information they may need to make smart decisions about their dental health care provider. "I want people who are searching the Internet to get the information they need to make smart decisions about dental health by viewing reviews about Valencia Dental Arts. By writing reviews of their experiences with my office, other patients will have first-hand ...

Many people wish they could have a straighter smile, but often don't want to wait to see the results. With help from Dr. Jason Oh, Palmdale, CA dentist, patients can now straighten their teeth without the wait. Six Month Braces are now available at AV Sierra Dental. Six Month Braces has taken the best aspects of braces, and modified the treatment, and the materials used, which gives adults a common sense, cosmetic solution that fits their lifestyle. Today, many adults spend their lives covering their mouths when they laugh, smile or talk. They feel stuck because they ...

A recent segment of the famous Dr. Oz show took on the controversial issue of the safety of amalgam fillings and put it to the test -literally. Dr. Oz set up a studio experiment with a device measuring mercury exposure levels, while simulating teeth brushing on amalgam fillings. The experiment clearly showed that simple brushing released significant toxic vapors, drastically exceeding safety limits. Amalgam fillings have been somewhat phased out in recent years, but the American Dental association maintains that "dental amalgam is considered a safe, affordable ...

School Bus Logistics (SBL), a Denver-based transportation consulting and support business, introduced a new line of professional routing services this spring that will allow school districts and bus companies to outsource all or a portion of routing operations to SBL. These services include: route planning and scheduling; student, stop and route maintenance; an annual evaluation of runs/routes; school-start route development plans; and summer-school routing. Bus routing is a major function in a school district's transportation department that can drive savings. "By ...

Motorcycling is more than just a mode of transportation for many riders; it's a way to get out and enjoy the open road, particularly as the summer approaches. Yet, riding can be dangerous. Motorcycles present a much smaller visual profile than automobiles, meaning that drivers who are not paying close attention can easily cause a motorcycle crash. Compared to cars, motorcycles also offer substantially less protection for their operators in the event of a crash, leading to more serious injuries for motorcycle riders. The numbers are in for last year, and they paint ...

Like any other business, healthcare entities are continuously looking for ways to increase their bottom lines. For some hospitals, this is happening despite the danger it poses to patients. According to a recent study, hospitals are actually profiting quite a bit from patients who need additional care or treatment as a result of surgical complications or medical errors. The study The study, recently published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, examined the 2010 medical records of approximately 34,256 patients who needed surgery at various hospitals ...

While it's easy to see how a divorce can be a trying time for a splitting couple, it is important not to overlook the additional emotional toll a drawn-out divorce can take on the children of the marriage. Tragically, children often get caught in the middle of contentious divorces as both parents vie for custody. Fortunately when courts in Virginia resolve custody disputes, their foremost concern is the well-being of the child involved. Establishing Child Custody Courts in Virginia are generally free to order either joint of sole custody of a child following a ...

Filing for a divorce is a momentous decision that is not to be taken lightly. Certainly married couples with struggling relationships should not always race each other to court in order to file first for divorce. However, for a married person who realizes that divorce is in his or her best interest there may be some advantages to initiating the divorce process. Preparation is beneficial A large part of any divorce case rests on the income and needs of the divorcing couple. A big advantage to filing first, therefore, is the ability to prepare documentation while all ...

In 2004, Massachusetts became the first state to open civil marriage to same-sex couples. It's been nearly a decade since the first same-sex marriage was performed in The Bay State, and in that time thousands of same-sex couples have tied the knot. Of course, a lot can happen in the span of nine years. For one thing, although the federal government has not yet recognized same-sex marriage, multiple states have joined Massachusetts in legalizing same-sex marriage (and several others have embraced half measures, like permitting civil unions, recognizing same-sex marriages ...

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recently reported that "more children than ever before are being diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders." The CDC estimates 1 in 88 children are diagnosed with the social spectrum disorder before reaching the age of eight, a 23 percent increase since the last CDC report in 2009 and a 78 percent increase since the first report in 2007. There is much debate over the cause of this increase. Some contend the increase is simply the result of increased education and awareness, allowing professionals to make a diagnosis that ...

The U.S. Supreme Court recently issued its ruling on an important case involving a warrantless blood test on an individual suspected of drunk driving. The Court said a warrant must be obtained before performing a blood test on an individual against his or her wishes except when it is reasonable and urgent to forgo a warrant, which depends on the circumstances of the case. Do police ever need a warrant to draw blood from a drunk-driving suspect? The case originated in Missouri, where a man was pulled over for speeding. The officer noted signs of intoxication and asked ...