By Lauren R. Rosecan, M.D., Ph.D., F.A.C.S. – Cellulitis is a bacterial infection of tissue that can affect both the eyes and skin. Cellulitis affecting the eyes occurs in two forms: orbital and pre-septum. Orbital cellulitis affects the structures within the space containing the eyeball and can affect eye movement (due to swelling of the lids or eye). This form …

By Dana Luzon, Au.D., CCC-A, FAAA – Permanent hearing loss is also known as Sensorineural hearing loss and it occurs in 90% of patients who are diagnosed with hearing loss. Meaning it cannot be surgically or medically corrected.  It is the most common type of hearing loss found today.  Sensorineural hearing loss occurs when the hair cells in the inner …

Although many people associate orthodontic treatment with adolescence, Boca Raton orthodontist Dr. Minelle Tendler says that orthodontists can spot subtle problems with jaw growth or with teeth much earlier, when the primary or “baby” teeth are present. Parents may incorrectly assume they must wait until a child has all of his or her permanent teeth before seeing an orthodontist. However, …

Dr. Gregory Jean-Pierre has a profoundly intimate perspective on the effectiveness of NUCCA, the highly specialized form of chiropractic care practiced at the Upper Cervical Institute of Florida in Boca Raton. Dr. Jean-Pierre is not just one of only 250 NUCCA practitioners worldwide, but he has also experienced the power of NUCCA first hand. As a migraine sufferer for many …

A powerful, drug-free method and technology can help – often dramatically. By Tina Landeen, LCSW and Michael Cohen, Founder, CBT – Do you or someone you know experience chronic anxiety? Are you excessively nervous or fearful? Do you have panic attacks?  If so, you’ve probably already tried or considered medications. Unfortunately, medications don’t always eliminate all the symptoms, and they …

By Bruce R. Dooley, M.D. – Dr. Bruce here and if you’re like us, you don’t view aging as something to be dreaded, but rather as an opportunity to enjoy life while making use of all that hard-won wisdom. My personal hero was fitness, exercise and nutritional expert Jack Lalanne, whose daily workouts kept him strong, healthy and robust into …

We love it….eating out.  The food is fabulous, the atmosphere, friends, and entertainment.  It’s America’s favorite pastime, dining out.  On average we dine out four times a week in the US according to the National Restaurant Association.  While it provides us with enjoyment, companionship and an evening of fun, it also provides health risks to those on special diets for …

If you are like millions of Americans, you will set a New Year’s Resolution to lose weight.  It is the number one reported resolution for 2013. And for good reason, we Americans are growing in width not height.  Obesity has been deemed an epidemic in our country and its related ailments are decreasing quality of life and bringing forth a …

By Dr. Kerri White – As we age, the need to maintain a good oral routine is as important as ever.   The connection between gum disease and heart disease is well documented.  Taking care of your oral health will help improve your overall body health. The good news is we are seeing fewer children with cavities and more adults keeping …

You needed neither that second serving nor the extra round of drinks. Yet you indulged. Aren’t the holidays about good times with loved ones, great food, and merrymaking? Anyway, beginning Jan. 1, you will eat healthier and work out. Starting then, you will get fit. This will be your New Year’s resolution. Life will be better after December. Sound familiar? …