Our Sweet Plantain Leave-in Conditioner is a multi-use source of essential nutrients & vitamins, which work in unison to nurture your hair by promoting strong, healthy strands. It is the perfect pre-styling product as it is great for detangling & moisturizing as it softens and smooths your hair while increasing shine and elasticity.
Now we know what you're thinking, "Plantain? Yes! For your hair? Uhm?" Well Yes, naturalistas/os. There are uses for plantain other than consuming it. We're well aware of how great it tastes and its nutritious benefits for our body, so we decided to explore what it does for your hair. Plantain has a multitude of benefits that can help you to achieve your hair goals.
Here are 4 benefits:
1. Great source of Vitamin E - Plantains are rich in Vitamin E which is great for our scalp as it contains anti-bacterial and anti-microbial properties that help to soothe scalp issues and promote blood circulation to the scalp. These issues include dandruff, an itchy scalp and/or flakey scalp.
2. Moisturizes the Hair - Plantains contain a high level of natural emollients. These help to penetrate the hair shaft so that it can be absorbed. The emollients also provide your kinks, curls and/or coils with much-needed moisture so that they can thrive. This means that your hairstyles will last much longer as this helps with combatting frizz.
3. Aids in Detangling - Once your curls have absorbed the minerals and vitamins from the plantain they tend to become soft and supple. This makes it far easier for you to remove any knots and tangles in your hair which usually prevent length retention. It saves you time and energy as detangling your hair can definitely be time consuming. Did we mention that you will have a knot-free wash and go or twist out? Hooray to that!
4. Strengthens the hair - Plantains are also rich in Vitamin C which we know is great for the body in general. But for the hair? It encourages follicle cell repair thus keeping hair healthy. This promotes the growth of strong, nourished strands that will not break or tangle easily. It also provides extra protection during the manipulation of the hair via various means.
With all the benefits of plantains, plantain herb and other beneficial ingredients, we formulated our Sweet Plantain Leave-in Conditioner. No need to spend a vast amount of time on your kitchen/bathroom counter trying to figure out a DIY. This leave-in boasts vitamins and minerals your scalp and hair will be grateful for. It is also priced affordably so you don’t have to break the bank to show love to your curls and coils.
How to use:
Section your hair into 4 or more sections and apply an ample amount to each section using the praying hands' method. Style as desired and voila!
One way to use our Sweet Plantain Leave-In Conditioner:
After Wash Routine (LCO - low porosity hair) (LOC - high porosity hair):
Liquid – The “L” in the LCO method represents liquid. When incorporating our Sweet Plantain Leave-In in this routine we suggest using water in a spray bottle for this step.
Cream – The “C” in the LCO method stands for cream. We recommend using our Sweet Plantain Leave-In conditioner as your "cream". In the LOC method, the cream comes last, but in the LCO method, it comes second.
Oil – The “O” in the LCO method stands for oil. For this step, apply a small amount of our Herbal Infused Hair Oil to your hair.


Netha Hussain (User:Netha Hussain on Wikimedia) is a physician and researcher. She is currently pursuing her PhD in clinical neuroscience at University of Gothenburg, Sweden. She is an active contributor on Wikipedia, Wikidata and Wikimedia Commons in English and Malayalam languages. She mostly contributes to topics related to medicine, healthcare, women’s biographies on Wikipedia. She has organized outreach events for increasing the diversity of participation of the Wikimedia movement and created GLAM partnerships for content donation to Wikimedia. She is currently a member of the editorial board of WikiJournal of Medicine.


Faye is the founder of On Site Holistic Massage and has 10 years of industry experience, she has worked within a variety of 4-star Health Spas and Clinics. Faye has always worked within organisations where high standards are practised every day and this is something she prides herself on.
Faye is a fully insured and qualified Complementary Therapist, she is a member of the CTHA (Complementary Therapists Association). Faye is also a qualified phlebotomist with experience of working within the healthcare section. Working within this industry has meant she sets a high level of care to her clients.
Faye has focussed on holistic massage therapy as it provides relief from stress, aids healing from injury and illness as well as soothing aches and pains. Faye has experience providing massage for sporting events, corporate events and pamper evenings.
Faye specialises in Aromatherapy Massage, Indian Head Massage, Hot Stone Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Swedish Massage and Reflexology.
“I’m very passionate about the positive effects that holistic therapies have on the mind and body. On Site Massage can help relieve stress within the workplace and help the individual to become more relaxed, happier and can also help to increase productivity. I am dedicated to improving the individual’s personal wellness, leading to a more positive environment at work.”
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Gajewski’s team members study ways to overcome a tumor’s ability to elude the immune system, with a focus on drugs that help the immune system, especially T cells, gain access to tumor sites. They have discovered genetic clues that correlate with response versus resistance, enabling them to identify new therapies to overcome resistance and expand efficacy. They also discovered that certain components of the gut microbiota—microbes that live in a patient’s digestive tract—could stimulate the immune system to attack tumor cells. They are now refining this approach and analyzing a large cohort of human samples.
Earlier this year, Gajewski received an outstanding investigator award from the National Institutes of Health for productivity in cancer research. Gajewski is an editor for Cancer Research and the Journal for Immunotherapy of Cancer and past president of the Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer.


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Yeates earned his Bachelor’s degree at UCLA in 1983. He stayed on at UCLA and earned his PhD in 1988 while doing research under the direction of Prof. Douglas Rees. There he helped determine the crystal structure of the bacterial photosynthetic reaction center as part of a team racing to determine the first crystal structures of membrane proteins. He then moved to The Scripps Research Institute to do his postdoctoral research on the structure of poliovirus with Prof. James Hogle. Yeates returned to UCLA in 1990 to join the Faculty in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry. His interdisciplinary research, combining molecular biology with computing and mathematics, has focused on macromolecular structure and computational genomics. His varied research findings include: an explanation for why proteins crystallize in certain favored arrangements; the development of new equations for detecting disorder in x-ray diffraction data from protein crystals; the discovery of thermophilic microbes rich in intracellular disulfide bonds; development of comparative genomics methods; development of designed protein cages or ‘nanohedra’; the discovery of novel topological features such as links and slipknots that stabilize thermostable proteins; and elucidation of the structure of the carboxysome shell and the shells of other bacterial microcompartments, which serves as primitive metabolic organelles inside many bacterial cells. Yeates is a member of the Molecular Biology Institute, the California Nanosystems Institute, the UCLA-DOE Institute of Genomics and Proteomics, and a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. He has published approximately 150 research papers.


For years, dental braces have helped clients establish healthy smiles. If you currently have a misaligned jaw or out-of-place teeth, be sure to ask your dentist if orthodontic braces are best for you. Oral braces can be painless and also are frequently a permanent solution for repairing your teeth.
What Are Dental Braces?
Dental braces have brackets that move along a cord as well as affix to your teeth. With each other, the brackets and also wire press versus your teeth to relocate them somewhat to make sure that they will certainly end up being straight and properly straightened. They are usually made use of to help shut gaps or appropriate uneven teeth.
Today’s braces are constructed of several different products, making them much less visible than before. Teenagers as well as young people often delight in acquiring braces made in several various shades of colors. These orthodontic braces are more recognizable, people can decide on shades of colors that show their one-of-a-kind personalities and designs. People prefer clear braces that are basically hard to notice. In either case, modern braces are generally constructed of ceramic brackets and also cables instead of metal.
Just How Much Do Dental Braces Cost and Is It Covered By Insurance Policy?
The cost of braces varies, depending on whether you have dental insurance and also hing on the sort of procedure your orthodontist recommends. The typical American pays regarding five to six thousands of dollars on braces, assuming that person doesn’t have dental insurance policy. This rate is just for the braces themselves and does not include office visits to the orthodontist, x-rays, and various other diagnostic tests.
Numerous orthodontists offer a cost-free preliminary examination, which gives you the chance to establish whether you’re comfortable with the orthodontist and also wants to continue. If you wish to utilize dental insurance policy to cover some of the price of braces, you need to enroll in insurance coverage just before acquiring the braces put on, as they could not be covered if you start therapy before acquiring insurance coverage.
Dental Braces For Adults
Orthodontic braces are frequently linked with childhood, as well as there’s a misconception that it is less complicated to deal with misaligned teeth in youngsters compared to it is in grownups. However, it’s never ever late to get therapy for issues with crooked teeth or crooked mouths.
Braces for grownups are similar to braces for kids. Nevertheless, it often takes much longer for adults to deal with tooth and mandible issues than it does for kids. Grownups can expect to wear braces for 3 or four years, while kids normally have them for 2 years.
In some cases, your family dental practitioner could take care of orthodontic troubles for you so that you don’t have to see an expert. This is generally a fact for grownups that simply have small problems they want to deal with. But also for any intricate oral issues, you’ll possibly need to consult an expert. Orthodontists normally charge concerning the very same to probe grownups as they do to see kids.
Some adults hesitate to wear braces due to the fact that they think they are also matured to be using them and also don’t want other people to notice. Consider investing a little extra to get clear braces that are practically invisible if that’s the instance.
Vital Benefits of Oral Braces
Orthodontic braces could remedy a variety of problems. A lot of frequently, they’re used to correct teeth that have actually expanded in misaligned or to re-align the jaw. Braces could likewise solve overcrowding, an issue that happens when the teeth are spaced too confined with each other. This is an issue due to the fact that teeth that are too close together are much harder to floss and clean, so you’re a greater danger for gum disease as well as tooth decay. Orthodontists could remedy overcrowding by putting spacers in between the teeth.
Wearing braces can additionally assist in dealing with the means individuals bite. If the teeth or jaws aren’t straightened correctly, you may have a hard time biting and also eating your food. If this problem isn’t fixed, in some cases the individual will certainly lose their teeth later on in life.


The limping child- a summary of main causes and assessment in general practice.
Causes can be divided based on age, anatomy or pathology.
Infants < 1 year –Trauma including NAI Septic arthritis / osteomyelitis Developmental dysplasia of hip.Young children 1-4 yrs –Transient synovitis Trauma including NAI and toddler’s fracture Septic arthritis / osteomyelitis Developmental dysplasia of hips (DDH ) Perthe’s disease.School aged children-Trauma Transient synovitis Septic arthritis / osteomyelitis Perthe’s disease Psychogenic pain -less common. Older children/ adolescents -Trauma Septic arthritis / osteomyelitis SUFE Inflammatory arthritis Chondromalacia Psychogenic pain. All age groups-Septic arthritis Osteomyelitis Juvenile idiopathic arthritis Reactive arthritis Non-malignanyt haematological disease e.g haemophilia , sickle cell Metabolic disease e.g rickets Neuromuscular disease e.g cerebral palsy , spina bifida Malignancy Non-accidental injury
septic arthritis – Septic arthritis ( SA ) / Osteomyelitis ( OM ) ○ acute onset of joint pain ○ fever ○ inability to weight bear ○ unwell appearing child Can be difficult to differentiate from transient synovitis ( Kochers criteria can be used to differentiate ) In SA hip- hip held flexed and abducted Orthopaedic emergency Complications include ○ sepsis ○ cartilage destruction ○ growth plate damage ○ avascular necrosis of the femoral head
Transient synovitis –Commonest cause of non-traumatic acute hip pain in children Onset following a viral infection – cause is unclear but many experts have proposed a viral agent More common in boys aged 4-8 yrs Recurrence rate of 3 % throughout childhood Diagnosis by exclusion Resolves without any sequeale in 1-2 weeks Treatment ○ reassurance ○ bed rest ○ simple analgesia
Perthes disease –Legg-Calve-Perthes disease Idiopathic avascular necrosis of the femoral head Common age 4-8 yrs M >F 5:1 , B/L in 20 % Presents as subacute limp – pain may sometimes be referred to the groin , thigh or knee Can co-exist with other pathologies e.g JIA Diagnostic difficulties ○ discomfort & limp may fluctuate ○ initial X Rays can be normal Management ○ conservative – bed rest, analgesia and physio ○ surgical in severe cases
Slipped upper femoral epiphysis –Also known as Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis ( SCFE ) Most common hip disorder in adolescents Biggest risk factor is weight > 90th percentile ( ie overweight ) M >F , B/L in 25 % Proximal femoral epiphysis becomes displaced relative to the metaphysis Some times more common in children endocrine disorders / disturbances Presentation may be with ○ pain, limp and ↓↓ ed hip ROM ○ absent hip pain ( in up to 50 % of children ) ○ pain may be localised to knee or distal thigh ○ only knee pain and no hip pain An Orthopaedic emergency ( risk of further slip and avascular necrosis , chondrolysis ) Delay in diagnosis , misdiagnosis is common
Developmental dysplasia of hips –Known earlier as congenital dislocation of the hip Male/ Female ratio 1:4 Risk factors include ○ 1st child ○ female ○ family h/o DDH ○ breech presentation ○ high birth weight ○ oligohydraminos May present later with asymmetrical gluteal and thigh skin folds and Trendelenberg gait If not picked up early it may present later with limp , hip pain, and /or osteoarthritis in older children
History-Painless or painful Constant pain or intermittent Onset – acute or gradual Uni or bilateral Duration – getting worse or better Does it interfere with normal activities Time of the day when it is worse Is it waking the child from sleep H/O fever/ toxicity Any swelling , redness , weakness or stiffness h/o trauma ( common ) Family h/o rheumatological or neuromuscular disorders
Examination –Ensure proper exposure Can the child weight bear Gait – can the child run , stand on one foot , hop, walk on heels and toes , squat Vital signs examine for pallor , bruising , lymph nodes , rashes pGALS approach can be used here limb length discrepancy check spine In lower extremities -all joints – look , feel , move , function, range of motion checking for effusion , ROM , tenderness , swelling , warmth complete hip examination neurological exam of lower extremities compare with the well leg abdomen ( inflamed appendix can cause hip pain ) hernia orifice , testes
red flags –fever >= 38.5 inability to weight bear or severe , localized joint pain redness , swelling , stiffness of the joint or limb pain on moving joint ( passive ) systemic symptoms such as weight loss , night sweats or fatigue possible unwitnessed trauma / NAI / incongruent history / pattern of injury refractory or unremitting pain / persistent night waking
References –References Helen Foster The limping child A free online interactive information resource for clinicians Newcastle University and Northumbria University 2014 The Limping Child : A Systematic Approach to Diagnosis Jeffrey R Sawyer, MD American Family Physician 2009 Limp in children : Differentiating benign from dire causes Destin Hill MD et al JPONLINE.com Vol 60 , No4 , April 2011, The Journal of Family Practice CKS NHS Acute Limp in a child Last revised August 2015 Limp- Emergency management in children Statewise Paediatric Guideline Children’s Health Queensland Hospital and Health Service The Limping Child Faculty of Paediatrics RCPIreland Slipped upper femoral epiphysis Samuel J Parsons et al Current Orthopaedics ( 2007 ) 21,215-228 Evaluating a Child Who Has a Limp Gillette children’s Specialty Healthcare Volume 22, Number 3 2013


Just taking a moment here to post the same message on both of my blogs - here and over at Taking Time and a Walk (apologies to those who read both) - but this was too good to pass up. Dan is home! We brought him home around 6pm tonight and thanks to some help from my son, Byron, and his friend, Zack, we got him in the house and safely situated on the reclining love seat.
More miracles here - he took the stress test today and passed with no problems. As a result, the cardiologist decided no stents were necessary! This meant no more invasion of the body, no more needles into arms that no longer had places to stick them without the aid of ultrasound to find the veins, and some peace in the comfort of his own home. The doctor said there was little to no damage to the heart, and the heart muscle appears to be very strong. According to the latest studies, stents do little to prevent future heart attacks, and the consensus was that medicine, coupled with weight loss, a healthy diet and proper, regular exercise, would do more, and be more safe, than any kind of surgery. After considering the possibilities, we opted to adopt this approach. He has had no chest pain since the initial heart attack and subsequent cardiac arrest, and should be able to resume a normal life in a reasonably short time. He will see his cardiologist in 3 weeks and will likely enter the cardiac rehab program at our local hospital.
Thanks to all for the kind wishes, prayers, and words of comfort over this past week. Even though I have not been able to visit everyone with any regularity, your responses to my updates have been incredibly important to me. There were moments when I felt completely overwhelmed and reading your blogs brought a sense of normalcy to my life, even if I didn't make a comment. I treasure the time I have spent with you.
God is good - and we are immensely grateful for a second chance. Blessings to all of you, my friends!


In Canada, more and more people are opting for prescription drugs available online. The process of buying these drugs is no different from the ones available in traditional and online stores. In fact, you will find many people preferring the Internet when it comes to buying their daily dose of prescription drugs for their needs.
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There are many websites for pharmaceutical medicines however you must ensure that you go in for ones that give you credible prescription drugs. With the aid of prescription drugs online, you can focus on the other core tasks at hand. This means for medicines and drugs you do not have to worry finding stores in the vicinity of your area that stock all the medicines you need. In case, you do not find the prescription drug you want from one website, you will get it on another website.
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Time and research are needed for you to compare websites online. This allows you to choose a genuine and reputed website giving you the chance to buy the medicines you need from the comforts of home. There are several people switching to online resources today and this is why these websites in Canada are becoming very popular. The drugs are only delivered when you provide a valid prescription.
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With buy prescription drugs online, you are able to save time and money with success. This means you no longer have to worry about physically finding the drug you need. The drugs are never sold without a valid prescription. They are safe and legal. The manufacturers are reputed and they eventually can give you the best in terms of brands and prices. Opting for credible and reliable websites will help you in a large manner to get the best for your personal health.
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Proteins: The Building Blocks of Life
Proteins are the building blocks of life, playing a critical role in the structure and function of living organisms. These complex molecules are made up of long chains of amino acids, which are linked together by peptide bonds. The sequence of amino acids in a protein determines its unique 3-dimensional structure, which in turn determines its function. Proteins have many important roles in living organisms, including providing structural support, enzymatic catalysis, transport, immune defense, and hormonal signaling.
One of the key functions of proteins is to provide structural support. Many proteins, such as collagen, elastin, and keratin, provide support and shape to cells, tissues, and organs. For example, collagen is a major component of connective tissues like tendons and ligaments, while keratin is a key component of hair, nails, and the outer layer of skin. The unique structure of these proteins allows them to provide strength and flexibility to different parts of the body.
Proteins also act as catalysts for biochemical reactions in cells. Enzymes are specialized proteins that speed up chemical reactions and help to regulate metabolic processes. Without enzymes, many biochemical reactions would occur too slowly to sustain life. For example, the enzyme lactase helps to break down lactose in milk, allowing it to be digested by humans. Enzymes also play a critical role in the regulation of cellular processes, helping to control the rate and direction of biochemical reactions.
Transport is another important function of proteins. Some proteins act as carriers, transporting molecules such as oxygen, nutrients, and waste products across cell membranes and throughout the body. Hemoglobin, for example, is a protein found in red blood cells that carries oxygen from the lungs to the body's tissues. Other proteins, like albumin, transport a wide range of molecules throughout the body, including hormones, drugs, and fatty acids.
Proteins are also critical for immune defense. Antibodies are proteins that recognize and neutralize foreign substances like viruses and bacteria. These proteins are produced by specialized cells in the immune system in response to an infection. Antibodies bind to specific foreign molecules, marking them for destruction by other cells in the immune system.
Finally, proteins are involved in hormonal signaling. Hormones are proteins that act as messengers, transmitting signals between cells and regulating physiological processes like growth and development. For example, insulin is a hormone that helps to regulate blood sugar levels by signaling cells to absorb glucose from the blood. Other hormones, like growth hormone and thyroid hormone, regulate growth, metabolism, and other important physiological processes.
In conclusion, proteins are essential to the structure, function, and regulation of living organisms. The unique sequence of amino acids in a protein determines its structure and function, which can vary widely depending on the specific protein. Proteins play many important roles in the body, including providing structural support, catalyzing biochemical reactions, transporting molecules, defending against foreign substances, and transmitting signals between cells. Without proteins, life as we know it would not be possible.


At today’s meeting we were given a very interesting talk by John Champion who is the chairman of the SCKPA (Six Counties Kidney Patients Association)
He explained that they support kidney patients and their families. The SCKPA covers members from the area served by the Oxford Radcliffe Hospital N.H.S. trust and its successors (Oxon, Northants, Bucks, Berks and parts of Wilts and Glos)
Most people with kidney disease have no symptoms because the body can tolerate even a large reduction in kidney function. In other words, we are born with a lot more kidney function than is necessary for survival. Kidney function is often sufficient if only one kidney is working.
A change in kidney function is usually discovered through a routine blood or urine test. If you are diagnosed with kidney disease, your kidney function will be monitored with regular blood tests, and treatment aims to keep any symptoms to a minimum.
If the kidneys continue to lose function and there is progression towards kidney failure, this will usually be tracked by blood tests and monitoring.
Dialysis is a form of treatment that replicates many of the kidney’s functions. It is often used to treat advance chronic kidney disease, where the kidneys have lost most or all of their function. This is known as kidney failure or end stage renal disease. If your kidneys stop working properly, waste products build up and cause symptoms including:vomiting: itchy skin: fatigue: blood in the urine.
Without necessary treatment such as dialysis, kidney failure will eventually prove fatal.
Many people will remain on dialysis on a long-term basis (possibly for the rest of their lives) but for a significant minority the goal will be a kidney transplant.
Haemodialysis is the type of dialysis that most people are aware of. It involves inserting a needle, which is attached by a tube to a dialysis machine, into a blood vessel.
Blood is transferred from your body into the machine, which filters out waste products and excess fluids. The filtered blood is then passed back into your body.
Most people require three sessions a week, each lasting four hours.
Peritoneal dialysis is a less well known type of dialysis, but it’s becoming more common. It involves using the peritoneum as a filter. To explain this John had brought along Mike Pitcher to show and explain how this works. The peritoneum is a thin membrane that lines the inside of the abdomen and surrounds and supports the abdominal organs, such as the stomach and liver. Like the kidneys, the peritoneum contains thousands of tiny blood vessels, making it useful as a filtering device.
During peritoneal dialysis, a small flexible tube, known as a catheter, is attached to an incision in your abdomen. A special fluid called dialysis fluid is pumped into the space that surrounds your peritoneum (the peritoneal cavity).
As blood moves through the peritoneum, waste products and excess fluid are moved out of the blood and into the dialysis fluid. The dialysis fluid is then drained from the cavity.
The process of peritoneal dialysis lasts roughly 30 to 40 minutes and is repeated around four times a day. Alternatively, you can run it overnight.
John explained that they needed to raise more funds for the future for new facilities such as a new renal ward but they put most of the focus on patient support. Many interesting questions were asked during the talk and we had an impromptu collection. Along with the donation from the group amounted to £85.50. A very interesting afternoon was had by all.
How does haemodialysis work?
Blood taken from the body to be cleaned in a filter known as a dialyser (artificial kidney). A dialyser works on the principle of blood flowing along one side of a semi-permeable membrane made of cellulose or a similar product, with the dialysate flowing along the other side. The dialysate contains a regulated amount of minerals normally present in the blood, but in renal failure they are present in excess. The membrane has tiny holes of different sizes so that the excess fluid and substances in the blood pass through at different rates, small molecules quickly and larger ones more slowly, to be taken away in the dialysate until a correct balance in the blood is achieved.
A kidney machine regulates blood flow, pressure and the rate of exchange.
As only a very small amount of blood is in the dialyser at any given time, blood needs to circulate from patient to dialyser to patient for about 4 hours. Treatment is usually 3 times per week. The time and strength of dialysis can be programmed for each patient.
Blood is carried from the patient to the dialyser and returned through dialysis lines (plastic tubes) which are connected to the patient in one of two ways:
The joining of a vein and artery just under the skin, usually on the forearm makes the vein swell to allow needles to be inserted and removed after each treatment. Between treatments only a small scar and swelling are visible.


I am a Clinically Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Kansas. At my practice I work with a variety of issues including couples/marital issues, infidelity, anxiety, depression, family therapy, eating disorders, identity issues, self worth issues, self-injury and more. Previously, I worked at an outpatient counseling center for four years, where I specialized in eating disorder treatment including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, emotional eating, and related disorders. I am certified in PREPARE/ENRICH to conduct marital and premarital assessments. Other therapeutic work experience involves working with registered male sex offender and violent offender clients in the state of Kansas, who had recently been released from prison. I also worked at a low-cost therapy clinic working with individuals, couples, and families. Before I decided to pursue Marriage and Family Therapy, I worked in youth ministry and was a piano and voice teacher.
I hold a Bachelor of Science in Family Studies and Human Services and a Master of Science in Family Therapy. I am a member in good standing of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy and the National Eating Disorders Association. I attended the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals Foundation Symposium in 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, and 2012 along with the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy Conference in 2007 and 2009.


Hampshire FA has entered into a two-year partnership with local Havant and East Hants Mind.
Havant and East Hants Mind are affiliated to the national Mind charity and work in collaboration with other local Minds across England and Wales, providing an array of mental health services, projects, training and campaigning.
Local Mind charities such as Havant and East Hants Mind are run by local people for their local communities and their range of services and support is diverse. This includes, but is not limited to, providing crisis helplines or centres, wellbeing and recovery services, physical health activities and advice for Carers. Over 396,000 people have been supported by local Minds across England and Wales this year alone.
Due to the ever-increasing national media exposure on the topic of mental health, charities such as Mind are fast gaining traction. With this national interest and local service provision, people are starting to reach out more and more, taking advantage of the many free services that are available.
Importantly, companies are increasingly recognising their duty to uphold and protect the welfare and wellbeing of their staff now more than ever. This can be seen with companies investing in workplace mental health strategies, with Mental Health First Aiders or Connect 5 champions to specifically recognise and deal with issues as they are known.
Hampshire FA’s partnership with Havant and East Hants Mind was recognised for that exact purpose. The county FA has reached out to form a partnership with the local Mind charity, providing extensive mental health and wellbeing support for all staff across each of the hub sites. The county FA already has trained in-house mental health first aiders but saw an opportunity to extend the work being done behind the scenes by collaborating with a known and respected charity provider. Additionally, the local Mind charity will be providing the county FA with a communications plan to implement along with supporting materials so that key messages around mental health are extensively promoted alongside football related news and activities across Hampshire FA’s social media and the website.
“We recognise our duty far extends beyond the likes of the field and the clubhouse. Many people use sport as an outlet. We also understand that sport plays a crucial role in relieving stress and anxiety, that it increases health benefits, physically, socially and psychologically. Linking with Havant and East Hants Mind is part of our overall commitment to mental health, starting first with our staff and then cascading down benefits to our football community through the consistent promotion of key messages and joint-organisation activities”. Neil Cassar, CEO of Hampshire FA
“We are thrilled at the partnership opportunity with Hampshire FA helping us to reach so many more sports clubs to raise awareness of mental health and available support, including our own services. In recent years we have expanded the range of services we offer and now provide support right across Hampshire in many areas. The partnership plus funding from Hampshire Council will help us raise skills amongst club communities so people feel more confident to talk about their own concerns and learn proactive steps we can all take to stay well or support others. We will also run campaigns to combat the stigma that still exists surrounding mental ill health. We have developed an excellent programme of Mental Health Ambassadors in sport launched in 2020 and currently work with Havant FC Walking Football Club and within rugby and cricket clubs.
We hope to expand this to hundreds of football clubs over time. Havant and East Hants Mind is also linked to national initiatives- working as charity partner at Portsmouth FC and national Mind over several seasons, as part of the well-publicised EFL On Your Side project.” Ross Borman, Business Development Manager of Havant and East Hants Mind


Before development of dental implants, dentures were the only alternative to replacing a missing tooth or teeth.
Whitening procedures have effectively restored the smile of people with stained, dull, or discolored teeth.
By using a crown, a tooth may be given a new lease on life. When a single tooth is lost, a bridge can be made which spans the gap.
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Dr. Blankenhom and his staff are dedicated to providing consistently outstanding and comprehensive professional dental care for the families in the Berks County area. We, as a team, work to form a trusting relationship with our patients as we guide them through
their treatment to a healthier smile. Dr. Blankenhom started practicing dentistry in 1979. In 1984, Dr. Blankenhorn began his private practice in Kutztown. He is married with 5 children and lives in Maidencreek Township. He went to Albright College for his undergraduate degree and then attended to the University of Pittsburgh for Dental School graduating in 1979.
Our staff is comprised of the doctor, 3 hygienists, and 3 dental assistants. Our front desk staff rotates and is comprised of clinical staff which helps create extremely beneficial communication between our front and back office. If you have a clinical dental question, you can feel comfortable asking any of our staff members.
We are proud to provide you and your family with courteous and individualized treatment. Our staff goes to great lengths to stay on time with their schedules so we don't interrupt your personal schedule. Our office believes in the personal touch and still makes all of our own phone calls to remind our patients of their appointments. When you call our office, you will be greeted by a person and not numerous telephone prompts.
Our office provides our patients with superior technological care and keeps your safety and health as our top priority.
- Panorex machine takes a two dimensional view of a half circle from ear to ear, and includes both upper and lower jaws.
- Digital x-rays decrease radiation exposure for patients. Other major advantages include time efficiency and bypassing the chemical processing of films to protect our environment.
- Intraoral cameras were first introduced in 1989. They give patients a more picturesque view of their past and present need for treatment. The visual communication allows a greater understanding of your dental health.
- Digital charting is an overall view of your dental health. This allows your dental information to remain consistent through your lifetime.
Over the years, our patients have referred many friends and family members to our office, and we are pleased to reward their kind word and loyalty with a Giant gift card as a part of our referral program.
Below are some of the most common services we provide:
- Complete dental examinations
- A full array of preventive, hygiene and periodontal therapies
- The latest in porcelain restorations
- Teeth bleaching and whitening procedures
- Porcelain veneers and the latest cosmetic restorative materials
- Pediatric dental care
- Fixed and removable prosthodontics
- Implant restoration
We hope that you will find this website to be a useful and interesting resource for all of your dental concerns. If you would like more information about any of the procedures that we offer or to request an appointment, please call our office at the number listed above.


My nose could compete with Rudolph’s for lighting up Santa’s way through the night; the scary barking sounds my throat produces would make any bloodhound envious. Stumbling downstairs to get kids ready for school: my older one is also getting ready for a “Rudolph’s Nose” competition; my middle one is barking; only my dear little Big Button, my youngest one is beaming from ear to ear with one of his special adorable smiles – all super sweet, mischievous, equally irresistible. That softens all our gloomy gazes, but we still need something to feel better: quick, efficient, and simple. And since I am tired of reading everyday reports how the solutions offered at the local pharmacy now are considered close to lethal, I’d rather offer my kids something homemade, made from the ingredients I both have in my pantry and I can pronounce.
A word of caution: I strongly believe in moderation. Western medicine is what sustains our living; it has its time and place. High fever should not be cured with some alcohol rubbings, which only lead to dehydration; it requires a visit to the doctor. A bacterial infection such as strep or a persistent ear infection – needs antibiotics. Very miserable kid who has a hard time sleeping – needs some Tylenol, to get some badly needed rest and snoozy self-healing.
And this recipe? I use it for colds and flu, for immune system boost, or in addition to common practices. This tea works for my family. Everybody’s immune system is different, so you’ll have to experiment to see what really works for you.
Cold & Flu Fighting Zesty Tea
- 4 cups of water
- 1 cinnamon stick
- Pain reliever, antibacterial and anti-fungal remedy, stimulates circulation and its smell fools us to associate the tea with a warm bakery rather than a witchy apothecary.
- 3 cloves of garlic
- In a tea?! Yep. It’s a king of immune system remedies… and trust my overly sensitive palate – all other ingredients overpower its smell and taste by miles and miles. In the end, I can neither smell it nor taste it.
- ¼ tsp cloves
- Make it easier to cough and eliminate phlegm. Cloves add some antioxidants and help as a natural pain reliever.
- ½ tbsp. turmeric
- Antiviral, antiseptic, is one of the best to help prevent cold and flu. Does wonders for the immune system.
- 1 inch of fresh ginger, peeled and cut into ¼ inch circles
- Relieves sore throat, loosens up the congestion, calms upset stomach, and boasts some anti-inflammatory powers – sheer goodness. The cornerstone of success in this recipe.
- Freshly squeezed juice of one lemon
- Lemon is naturally antibacterial, has tons of vitamin C, helps to detoxify the liver. Most of that goodness gets destroyed by boiling, so I prefer to add lemon juice at the end when the tea has somewhat chilled a bit.
- 1 ½ tbsp raw honey
- Raw – is the key. Boiled honey loses all its magical powers, and even obtains some harmful ones (and that pretty bear jar with its easy-to-pour yummy goodness has been pasteurized out of all its helpful ingredients), so check your local farm, the healthy/organic section of your supermarket or just order online a real raw honey. It tastes great. It has antibacterial and antimicrobial effects. It offers tons of help to the immune system.
- 1 pinch cayenne (start with this and add more to taste…the more you can handle the better)
- Supposedly, it warms up the body, stimulates mucus release in your respiratory passages, increases circulation, numbs the pain. Personal experimentation: hasn’t taken place yet. Still gathering the courage. As I said, my really sensitive palate can tolerate all other ingredients, but cayenne seems too much for me. Let me know how it goes for you.
- Boil the water.
- Add ginger, garlic, cinnamon stick, cloves, turmeric. And cayenne, if you are brave enough.
- Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Once it is ready, pour it into a cup; if it is too strong for you – dilute it with more warm water. Once it has “drinkable temperature (whatever it means for you), add lemon juice. It really helps to tame the strong flavors; I was amazed how much it helped.
- Get a spoon of honey on the side (again, I avoid adding the honey to the tea to keep all its healing abilities)… and enjoy!
How does it taste? If I say that it is a godsend – I’d be lying. Nevertheless, it really is a godsend for your health, and a “spoonful of sugar makes the medicine go down! Substitute a spoonful of sugar for some honey and things get really good. Freshly squeezed lemon helps A LOT. Honey – even more so. It tastes like a fine but strong exotic tea.
As for kids? Again, if I claim they are begging for more, you’d laugh me in the face. Yet, I am persistent: I dilute it, offer that magic spoonful of honey, and let them dip a regular chamomile or berry tea packet in it. Read an interesting story, while they are drinking it.
They love the dipping. They love the honey. They love-love-love listening to stories (and it gives me a chance to pause for them to take a sip). So the tea happily goes down with it.
Next time: our favorite natural homemade coughing reliefs.
Meanwhile, let us know how it works for you!


Still, to Paddy, it is worth it. But it is nowhere near as hard as being the one with BPD. My girlfriend is not a burden, her BPD is. For most, it may hold little that feels inspirational.
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Hearing someone else share your struggles and negotiate the realities of the illness can be both comforting and illuminating. Borderline Personality Disorder is a chronic and complex mental health disorder marked by instability, and interpersonal relationships are often the stage on which this instability plays out. Barbara Greenberg , a clinical psychologist who treats patients with BPD, explains:. Often, this emptiness and intense fear of abandonment are the result of early childhood trauma and the absence of secure, healthy attachments in the vital formative years.
Paradoxically, the overwhelming fear manifests in behaviors that deeply disrupt the relationship and pushes partners away rather than pulls them closer, resulting in a stormy and tumultuous dynamic that typically emerges in the early days of dating. When they are in relationships they get very intensely involved way too quickly. But then what comes along with it, a couple of weeks later, is: Everything is done with passion, but it goes from being very happy and passionate to very disappointed and rageful.
They may use alcohol, food, or drugs or other addiction to try to self-medicate their pain, but it only exacerbates it. Like all personality disorders, BPD exists on a continuum, from mild to severe.
Passion and Fear in BPD Relationships
To diagnose BPD, at least five of the following symptoms must be enduring and present in a variety of areas:. The cause of BPD is not clearly known, but often there has been neglect, abandonment, or abuse in childhood and possibly genetic factors. Research has shown brain changes in the ability to regulate emotions. For more, read here and here. Unlike narcissists, who often avoid therapy , borderlines usually welcome it; however, before recent treatment innovations, its effectiveness had been questioned.
Today, BPD is no longer a life sentence. Studies have shown that some people recover on their own, some improve with weekly therapy, and some require hospitalization. Long-term treatment is required for maximum results, with symptom relief increasingly improving. A year study showed substantial remission after 10 years. Most individuals with BPD have another co-occurring diagnosis, such as addiction or depression. Acute symptoms diminish more readily than temperamental ones, such as anger, loneliness, and emptiness and abandonment or dependency issues.
Darlene Lancer is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and expert on relationships and codependency. Lancer has counseled individuals and couples for 28 years and coaches internationally.
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Loving Someone with Borderline Personality Disorder
Find help or get online counseling now. To diagnose BPD, at least five of the following symptoms must be enduring and present in a variety of areas: Frantic efforts to avoid real or imagined abandonment. Unstable and intense personal relationships, marked by alternating idealization and devaluation. These might include antidepressants, mood-stabilizers, and antipsychotic medications.
If an individual with BPD experience intense symptoms, such as self-injury or physically harming others, they may be in need of inpatient treatment at a hospital or other residential program.
People with BPD benefit from a home environment that is calm and relaxed. All involved family members including a boyfriend or girlfriend should know not to discuss important issues when the individual is in crisis mode. Stop to take a breath yourself when they do become emotionally reactive. People with BPD should have opportunities to talk about their interests and thoughts about the news, family events, and other leisure activities.
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Take the time to laugh at a funny joke or eat dinner together several times a week. The less an individual feels like his or her mental illness is under the spotlight, the more opportunity they have to explore other aspects of themselves. When a loved one becomes reactive, they may become to insult you or make unfair accusations.
Finding Peace Amongst the Turmoil
The natural response is to become defensive and to match the level of reactivity. They struggle to gauge what is a minor issue and what is a full blown catastrophe. They interpret your defensiveness as not being valued. Instead, when they become reactive, take the time to listen without pointing out the flaws in their argument. Try not to take it personally.
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If the person does point out something you could improve or have done wrong, acknowledge their point, apologize, and suggest a way you can improve on the matter in the future. A crisis is escalating if a person with BPD begins to threaten to harm themselves. Sometimes self-harm signs may be less overt, such as scratching the skin, eating less, coloring or shaving off hair, or isolating from others. Recognizing early signs can help prevent an emotional crisis from becoming more serious or requiring medical or psychiatric attention.
Instead, you invite the individual to talk about their emotions and allow yourself to gauge whether professional assistance is necessary.


As the founder of Performance Ergonomics, Merl Miller is passionate about optimizing human performance and helping organizations improve their bottom lines through injury prevention. He has worked with some of Arizona’s largest employers to manage risk in the work environment. With over 20 years of experience, Miller has held a wide variety of health and safety-related positions, including roles in corporate occupational safety and health, risk management consulting, and health and wellness. His expertise spans diverse settings, such as healthcare, commercial offices, general industry, and workers’ compensation insurance. Miller regularly teaches courses at the OSHA Education Center at Arizona State University. He is a founding member of the Greater Phoenix Ergonomic Roundtable and a member of the American Society of Safety Professionals. In addition to several professional certifications in ergonomics, Miller is a licensed healthcare provider in Arizona and holds a B.S. in Athletic Training and an M.S. in Physical Education/Sports Science.


As Pediatric Dental specialists we realize that every child is different and we want your child to feel as comfortable as possible coming to the see us. One of our favorite things to hear is when a parent tells us how excited their child was to come to the office. Part of making your child feel comfortable is alleviating any anxiety that they might feel about dental treatment. Our office provides a number of different treatment methods to best meet the needs of your child.
Nitrous Oxide (laughing gas) can help alleviate mild dental anxiety
Some children have mild anxiety when they hear that they will be receiving dental treatment. We use child-friendly language and visual demonstrations of procedures to help the child feel like they are in control and to help avoid any fear of the unknown. Additionally, all of our operatories are equipped with flat screen televisions and movies to help the child feel at ease. Even with these measures some children will still feel some mild anxiety. It is in these cases where nitrous oxide, or laughing gas, can help make the appointments more pleasant. Nitrous oxide is an odorless gas that is breathed through the nose during dental treatment. While breathing nitrous oxide the patient is still fully conscious but may feel a deeper sense of calm and relaxation. Nitrous oxide can also help in patients with severe gag reflexes and the gas itself has mild anti pain properties. After the treatment is completed the patient breathes 100% oxygen, which allows them to feel back to normal. Since the effects of nitrous oxide are very short, children can even return to school after their dental treatment.
Oral Conscious Sedation can be utilized for children with moderate dental anxiety
For some patients who are very young, have moderate anxiety, or have had a history of difficult treatment appointments in the past, nitrous oxide alone may not be enough to alleviate their dental anxiety. These patients may benefit from oral conscious sedation. These patients come to their treatment appointments a little early and are given a small dose of anti anxiety medication. When the anti anxiety medication takes affect the patient is still conscious but may feel sleepy. The majority of the effect of the medication is over after an hour, but patients may feel tired throughout the day. Because of this, these patients should not return to school after treatment, but should return home until the medication has been fully metabolized by the body.


Optimanova Cat Exquisite Chicken & Rice is a recipe that has been specially formulated to satisfy the fussiest felines.. Its perfect combination of fresh chicken meat and oils of the highest quality will ensure that your cat always has a healthy appetite, while at the same time keeping its digestive system healthy and enhancing your cats beauty.
Protects the immune system from numerous diseases and helps develop cardiovascular health and the nervous system during gestation and growth. It also prevents your cat’s coat from looking dry and brittle.
The Zinc content aids skin regeneration, keeping the skin healthy and vigorous. Fatty acids nourish the skin and make for a healthy, shiny coat.
The pre-biotic effect of FOS stimulates the bacterial flora beneficial for the digestive system (bifidus effect), while the MOS eliminate the harmful flora, thus improving digestive health.
The high quality and freshness of the ingredients, together with an excellent combination of oils, meats and extracts, makes our food highly appetising and stimulates consumption.


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We have selected Korres Natural products to offer to our guests at our premium studios & suites.
KORRES NATURAL PRODUCTS
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Interventional Radiology is a technique that uses Ultrasound and CT scans to guide a Radiologist when performing procedures such as biopsies and pain management injections.
The images help the radiologist guide the instruments to the exact point where the intervention is required. This could be to take tissue biopsies, and obviates the need for more invasive therapies such as traditional (open) or keyhole (laparoscopic) surgery.
Interventional Radiology is also used in pain management and allows a Radiologist to precisely position a needle when performing a steroid/anaesthetic injection into various joints or regions of the spine.
As digital imaging technologies continue to develop, more and more conditions are becoming treatable using Interventional Radiology techniques.


As Program Director of IDC Health Insights' Payer IT Strategies program, Janice Young identifies the key emerging trends and technologies impacting payer business success and IT portfolio management today. A renowned industry veteran with extensive research experience, Ms. Young is dedicated to helping healthcare stakeholders establish strong strategic, business and operational plans supported by integrated and aligned IT strategies. Her research focuses on solutions to improve market positioning, product development and execution, operational efficiencies, customer satisfaction, quality of care and care outcomes. Specific hot topics include future healthcare business and IT scenarios, consumer directed health plans (CDHP), outsourcing trends and directions, advanced analytics and pay for performance.
Ms. Young blogs regularly in the IDC Health Insights Community.
Prior to joining IDC Health Insights, Ms. Young spent eight years as vice president and research area director for Gartner Research Advisory Services, where she led research strategy for the company's healthcare payer market initiatives.
Outside of the research space, Ms. Young's previous experience includes a senior associate position at William M. Mercer's Healthcare Provider Consulting Practice, as well as operations director and manager positions at Blue Cross and Blue Shield (BCBS) of Massachusetts. Among the many successes at BCBS, Ms. Young chaired an operations task force responsible for new product implementation and process redesign of a 400,000-member mixed model system, and spearheaded the implementation of a managed mental health program covering 100,000 lives served by 200+ healthcare providers. Her career began at Tufts Health Plan in Waltham, Massachusetts, where she managed Tufts' IPA relationships and instituted management reporting and analytical tools to enhance the company's program management processes.
Throughout her career, Ms. Young has received numerous accolades and earned industry-wide recognition for her work in the healthcare field. She is asked frequently to speak at industry events, and serves as a valued resource to the news media on many healthcare topics. Ms. Young holds both a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree and a Master of Health Sciences, Health Finance and Management from Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland.


NEET PG Admission 2022 (MD/MS/Diploma)
NEET PG Admission: It is the dream of every MBBS student to become an expert doctor and serve millions. Doctors are treated like God to their patients. Doctors are the most respected and they are respected by everyone but if MBBS transforms himself into a specialized then he is next to God. It takes patience, hard work and perseverance to become a successful doctor.
Empowering your MBBS degree with MD/MS tag ensures you expertise and a successful life later. There are many branches in the field of Medical PG, such as Radiology, Pediatrics, Gynecology, Ophthalmology, Surgery, Neurosurgery and Cardiology.
After the announcement of the NEET PG Results, Students always come in the confusion regarding their college selection, branch selection and admissions.
Number of Seats in NEET PG Admission Exam 2022:
There is a limited number of seats allotted for the MD MS admission 2022. Students who have enrolled for the NEET exam will have to compete on 10,821 MS seats, 19,953 MD seats, and 1,979 PG Diploma seats. These seats are offered by various Govt. Private and Deemed Medical Colleges in India and open for application by NEET. The one who cracks the exam with the required cut-off marks is allotted with top Govt and Private medical colleges for PG in India.
NEET PG 2022 Counselling:
On the basis of NEET PG 2022 result, the eligible candidates can participate in the counselling process. Directorate General of Health Science (DGHS) and Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) will facilitate the process for 50% All India Quota seats. For the remaining 50% seats, counselling will be done by State authorities. Final admission will be based on NEET PG score, choice-filled and number of seats available.
The candidates must keep ready all the relevant documents, as the competent authority will verify all the original documents during the counselling process. If anyone failed to produce relevant documents then his/her candidature shall liable to be cancelled. Admission will be allotted to the students purely on the basis of merit.
Important documents to be verified:
NEET PG Admit Card 2022
NEET PG 2022 Result/Score Card
Graduation Degree Certificate
Passport Size Photograph
Category Certificate (If applicable) etc.
Top 20 Government and Private Medical Colleges in India:
Here’s the list of top 20 medical colleges with private and government affiliation in India.
1. All India Institute of Medical Sciences New Delhi
2. Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research Chandigarh
3. National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences Bangalore
4.Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Lucknow
5. Jawaharlal institute of postgraduate medical education and research puducherry
6. King George's Medical University, Lucknow
7. Madras Medical College, Chennai
8. Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh
9. Vardhman Mahavir Medical College and Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi
10. Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi
11. University College of Medical Sciences, University of Delhi, Delhi
12. Government Medical College and Hospital, Chandigarh
13. Sawai Man Singh Medical College, Jaipur
14. Annamalai University, Annamalai Nagar
15. Regional Institute of Medical Sciences, Lamphelpat
16. Sri Venkateswara Institute of Medical Sciences, Tirupati
17. Institute of Medical Sciences Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi
18. Armed Forces Medical College, Pune
19. Andhra Medical College, Visakhapatnam
20. Lady Hardinge Medical College for Women, New Delhi.
Stay connected with us for more information on NEET PG Counselling 2022. If you have any query regarding the College selection and Branch selection , Kindly Call Us at 1800 891 3651 or Whatsapp +91 8377010124 or Fill the Enquiry Form.


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WHAT MAKES MIDTOWN SMILES DIFFERENT
Our team focuses on building relationships instead of simply treating strangers.
You can trust us with your comprehensive dental needs because we stand behind our work.
GETTING STARTED IS EASY
Give Us A Call
To set up an appointment, call us at
(615) 320-3210, or use the request appointment button below.
Meet The Doctors
At your first appointment, you’ll meet one of our outstanding doctors.
Follow your personalized treatment plan to get the smile you’ve always wanted.
Meet Dr. Watson
In 2016, Dr. Terry Watson purchased the practice from Dr. Michael Tabor. After 20 years of running a successful practice in Arkansas, he is excited to serve Nashville residents in the years to come. Dr. Terry Watson has a strong background in cosmetic dentistry with an emphasis on full mouth restoration and implants.
Meet Dr. Tabor
Dr. Michael Tabor has been practicing since the 1970s, and opened this practice in 2002. He is recognized as one of Nashville’s most prominent cosmetic dentists and was recently featured in Nashville Lifestyles as one of Nashville’s Top Dentists. Dr. Tabor is now focusing on Dental Sleep Medicine, treating patients for snoring and sleep apnea.
WHAT OUR PATIENTS ARE SAYING ABOUT US
So in love with Midtown Smiles 😍 The best dental experience ever, and that’s a lot for me to say, because I hate going to the dentist. When I walked in to my 1st visit, Lacey at the front desk made me feel right at home. Then Hillary, from my previous dentist office, was there smiling her beautiful smile 😁 also making me comfortable. Next, I met Dr Watson’s assistants, Heather and Savannah, just exceptional ladies all around. Then Dr Terry Watson came in and was just so upbeat, friendly and very funny and I knew that I had found my new dentist! 🥰 I was actually in need of some serious work with my front teeth 🦷 and was super nervous 😬 about the price $$$ and the actual dental work, but was quickly put at ease by Carmen, in billing. She explained everything in great detail and made me feel comfortable with the plan, she even spoke to my mother, in order to help me out. I tried to not make this all fluffy and stuff, but I'm truly sincere in my words, if you have a need for a dentist, please call Midtown Smiles 😁 Wishing I could attach a picture of my end result, I m also in love with my smile again! Thanks guys!
June 5, 2019
Got in pretty quickly, mostly everyone seemed to be super nice. Only time i think I encountered someone slightly rude was once on the phone but I hope it was just a one time thing. I think they were aggravated because I had a question and maybe they just didn’t have time to answer it but maybe they were just having a bad day. Who knows. Besides that, everything else seemed to be pretty good! Honestly, what really and honestly stood out to me was a lovely individual named Brittany. I hadn’t met her before but she came in the room to administer another injection and she was just beyond pleasant. She honestly was the person I needed at that moment she entered the room. I was nervous and others seemed to not be as sympathetic or didn’t fully understand that I just needed someone to explain the process, answer a few concerns/questions and literally just spend a few minutes of their time. I honestly can’t commend Brittany enough for immediately understanding exactly what I needed. She went above and beyond to make sure I was fully informed, prepared, concerns addressed, etc. She was so sweet to offer to stay in the room with me (and I wish she did) but I told her I knew she probably had other people to assist with. Today I returned to pick up my replacement retainers and she greeted me with a huge smile. She asked me how I was doing and gave me a huge hug. Thank you for treating me so kindly and as if you’ve known me for years. I appreciate your awareness of individual’s needs and treating me as if I was family. You made my day today and definitely made my last visit so much more pleasant after feeling slightly like I was a burden/inconvenience to others even though they stated that I wasn’t. Despite a few very minute (minuet) unpleasant situations..my overall experience has been very positive! Thanks, Midtown Smiles, for the great experience!
September 11, 2019
Top Reasons to Get an Implant
Dental implants are the ideal option to replace missing teeth. A replacement tooth root is capped with a crown for a natural-looking, fully-functional replacement option. If you’re missing a tooth and believe implant dentistry might be a good option for you, give us a call at (615) 320-3210, or click the button below to schedule a consultation.


The healthcare professionals that make up the Mroz-Baier Family are eager to provide you with the very best breast care available. We realize that a referral to our office comes with much anxiety for the patient and her family, and we strive to care for patients’ physical needs as well as emotional ones. It is our goal to achieve excellence in this endeavor.
Our Breast Surgeon reads mammograms, performs and interprets ultrasounds, provides a full range of breast surgery, and offers testing options and counseling to patients. We also have a Psychiatric Family Nurse Practitioner to provide patient care. The Mroz-Baier Clinic employs certified, registered Mammography Technologists, who in addition to performing mammograms, also assist in stereotactic and ultrasound guided biopsies.
This facility is fully accredited by the American College of Radiology and by the US Food and Drug Administration. In August, 2009, Mroz-Baier Clinic received accreditation from the National Accreditation Program for Breast Center (NAPBC), which is a program administered by the American College of surgeons. This endorsement recognizes our clinic for being committed to the highest level of quality breast care.


ILIZAROV Frame, Dr. Robert Rozbruch Featured on 20/20
Dr. Robert Rozbruch, director of the Institute for Limb Lengthening and Reconstruction at New York’s Hospital for Special Surgery, was recently featured in a story that aired on the ABC news program 20/20. The story was about a now 13-year-old boy who was rescued from the civil war in Sierra Leone in West Africa by another American surgeon and brought back to the United States for the medical treatment he needed to save his leg from osteomyelitis caused by infection from a snake bit that was never properly treated.
The boy, named Lansana, was bitten by a snake while chasing a soccer ball into the bush. With his mother dead and his father missing, an uncle abandoned Lansana at a hospital in Bo, a city in the south central portion of the country. There he stayed for nearly two years until Dr. Ian Zlotolow, an oral surgeon at the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York, visited the hospital as a medical volunteer. By this time, infection had set into his tibia resulting in massive bone loss of not only his tibia but also his entire ankle joint. Doctors in his native country recommended amputation, but Dr. Zlotolow thought a specialist like Dr. Rozbruch might be able to reconstruct the leg so he attempted to bring the boy back with him to the U.S.
After Lansana was granted a visa and allowed to return home with Dr. Zlotolow, he began to seek treatment for the boy’s leg and was referred to Dr. Rozbruch. With his right leg approximately six inches shorter than his left with a 45 degree internal rotation, Rozbruch used the Ilizarov device to gradually correct the deformity and lengthen the bone.
“We gradually pulled that piece of bone downward, towards the ankle, to fill in the defect,” Dr. Rozbruch said. “And, in that way, we were able to use the Ilizarov method to grow him new bone and essentially reconstruct his ankle and attach what was left of his leg to his foot.”
Dr. Rozbruch also performed a bone transport and ankle fusion to fill in the defect caused by the osteomyelitis. In all, Dr. Rozburch was able to lengthen the boy’s leg by 23cm through several stages of treatment. Lansana is doing well today with a stable ankle and the ability to run, play soccer and basketball. He has also been adopted by Dr. Zlotolow and Wendy Cohen.
Performing Closed Reduction in a Chronic Proximal Dislocation Following Total Hip Arthroplasty
The following case study conducted by R. Allen Butler, MD, Joseph R. Hsu, MD and Robert L. Barrack, MD, was published in the February 2006 issue of The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. To see the article in its entirety, please visit the following site: http://www.ejbjs.org/cgi/content/full/88/2/411
One of the major perioperative complications of total hip arthroplasty is dislocation. This complication was successfully treated in one patient with gradual closed reduction using the ILIZAROV distraction technique.
The patient, a 46-year-old male, underwent right total hip arthroplasty with multiple dislocations postoperatively. Six years later, radiographic evaluation revealed that the total hip replacement was dislocated posteriorly, causing 10cm of shortening. The patient complained of chronic pain in the buttock and a severe Trendelenburg gait. He walked with the use of a crutch and a 7.5cm shoe lift. Treatment options discussed included resection arthroplasty, revision surgery with residual limb-length discrepancy and soft-tissue lengthening with use of an external fixator. The patient opted for the lengthening procedure.
A spanning ILIZAROV device was placed over the right hip, and the patient was placed in the lateral decubitus position with transosseous wires proximally and half-pins distally. The patient was started on a lengthening regimen at a rapid rate of 4mm per day on the first postoperative day. The surgeons chose this rate because they were attempting to return the patient's neurovascular structures to their normal anatomic length.
After the ILIZAROV was removed, the patient was put in an abduction brace for three days followed by a hip pantaloon spica cast for eight weeks. He was then allowed to bear weight as tolerated and began physical therapy. During follow-up two years later, he was able to walk without assistive devices and had only a mild limp due to residual peroneal nerve palsy from his initial injury. Radiographs made at that time showed that the total hip replacement had remained reduced and his limbs were of equal length.
Although such procedures may have complications such as pulmonary embolism and pin-tract infections, this case was treated successfully using a rapid rate of distraction. The authors suggest educating the patient on the signs of neural irritation, as neurologic compromise can occur especially towards the end of the lengthening period. If any signs of neural irritation are noted, the distraction should be slowed or temporarily halted. The authors believe that gradual distraction with an external fixator is a viable option for the treatment of chronic dislocation following total hip arthroplasty. In this case, the treatment gave the patient a much higher level of function and equal limb lengths while avoiding an open procedure.


Osteotomy is a surgical procedure to cut and reshape deformed bones. Your doctor recommends osteotomy to correct distal radius malunion when non-surgical options such as splinting or physical therapy are unsuccessful.
Trapeziectomy is a surgical procedure to treat a medical condition called “thumb base arthritis”. The procedure involves removal of a small, cube-shaped bone known as the “trapezium” at the base of the thumb joint which joins your thumb to your wrist.
The hand is one of the most flexible and useful parts of our body. Because of overuse in various activities, the hands are more prone to injuries, such as sprains and strains, fractures and dislocations, lacerations and amputations while operating machinery, bracing against a fall and sports-related injuries.
Total wrist arthrodesis, also known as wrist fusion, is a surgical procedure in which the wrist joint is stabilized or immobilized by fusing the forearm bone (radius) with the small bones of the wrist.
When you suffer an injury during sports events, never try to continue the activity in pain because it may cause further harm. Some injuries may require prompt attention by a doctor, while others can be treated at home.
Finger joint fusion is performed under local or general anesthesia and usually takes about 2 hours to complete. A cut is made over the back of the finger joint and the soft tissues and nerves are carefully moved aside to expose the damaged joint.
The joint located at the base of the thumb is known as the carpometacarpal (CMC) joint. The thumb CMC joint is where the metacarpal bone of the thumb connects to the trapezium (carpal) bone of the wrist.
The forearm is made up of two bones, the radius and ulna. A break in both or either of the bones is known as forearm fracture. Forearm fractures can occur near the wrist, near the elbow, or in the middle of the forearm.
The forearm consists of two bones, the radius and ulna. The radius is the larger of the two forearm bones, and the region towards the wrist is called the distal end. A fracture or break in the distal end of the radius bone is known as a distal radius fracture.
A finger joint implant is an artificial joint made of metal, plastic, or pyrocarbon components that are used to replace a severely arthritic or injured finger joint. Finger implant surgery is a motion-preserving alternative to finger joint fusion surgery.
Nerve decompression of the upper extremities, also called peripheral nerve decompression, is a minimally invasive surgical procedure employed to relieve pressure on an entrapped or pinched nerve (neuroma) for the treatment of conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome and cubital tunnel syndrome, the two most common nerve compression syndromes.


Albert Matheny grew up running, swimming, surfing, climbing, biking, lifting, and, of course, eating. His running led him to a five-year career as an athlete at the University of Florida, where he competed at the S.E.C. championships for the Gators in both track and field and cross-country. Post-collegiately, Albert trained and competed professionally under Barb Lindquist, the former world #1 ranked triathlete.
In the summer of 2008, Albert underwent hip surgery, from which he fully recovered, returning to competition later that year.
Academically, Albert completed Bachelor of Science degrees in Exercise Physiology and Food Science/Human Nutrition, a Master of Science degree in Human Performance, and he earned his licensure as a Registered Dietitian.
Throughout his career, Albert has researched nutrition to improve training, recovery from injury, and general health. Albert founded Promix Nutrition in 2011 with the goal to provide clean, high quality protein and supplements to athletes. He is well-versed in creating individual nutrition plans to complement specific training program goals. Currently, Albert serves as the consulting dietitian for DB Track Club, a professional track and field training group lead by Rana Reider (USA Track and Field National Coach of the Year in 2011).
Albert specializes in integrating his nutrition and physiology background into his training program design. He is skilled in the areas of weight loss, building lean muscle mass, core strength, triathlon training, kettlebells, and corrective exercise for injuries.


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We’ve teamed up with Hywel Dda University Health Board to launch a new scheme to support mums-to-be have an active and healthy pregnancy.
The scheme known as ‘Baby Let’s Move’ provides a 16 week physical activity programme to help support expectant mothers maintain a healthy weight throughout pregnancy.
There are many benefits of Baby Let’s Move including;
- Better control of weight gain during pregnancy
- Enhances mood and self esteem
- Improves sleep and circulation
- Cope better with labor and delivery
- Meet new people and share your experiences
How can I get referred to the exercise referral scheme?
You will need to make an appointment with your midwife. If you are suitable for the scheme the midwife will then complete a referral form.
What happens once you have been referred?
You will be asked to attend an initial consultation at a time that’s convenient for you at Carmarthen, Llanelli or Ammanford Leisure Centre. The consultation will consist of introduction to the scheme, tour of the leisure centre and health assessment.
Will I be exercising alone and how often do I attend the referral classes?
You will exercising with others in a friendly environment in group based sessions throughout the 16 week programme.
Those who are referred will be encouraged to attend two sessions a week.
What are the costs involved?
The sessions are FREE!
For more information regarding the scheme please contact your midwife or alternatively;
Simon Davies, Activity Co-ordinator on 01269 590266
Helen James, Midwife in Carmarthenshire on 07970 814694


Howard M. Clarke
MD, PhD, FRCS(C), FACS, FAAP
Professor of Surgery, University of Toronto
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Hand, Paediatric, Peripheral Nerve
Howard M. Clarke is a Professor in the Departments of Surgery and Physical Therapy at the University of Toronto where he has been on the faculty since 1987. He practices in the Division of Plastic Surgery at the Hospital for Sick Children.
Dr. Clarke studied medicine at the University of Toronto and entered the plastic surgery training programme there upon graduation. Graduate training in the Institute of Medical Science was completed under the supervision of Ralph Manktelow and Nancy McKee. Fellowship training followed at Harvard University studying hand surgery with Joe Upton and at the University of Tokyo undertaking microsurgical training with Professor Kiyonori Harii.
Dr. Clarke is responsible for the brachial plexus programme at the Hospital for Sick Children, which provides a weekly multidisciplinary clinic for the evaluation of children with obstetrical brachial plexus palsy. He is extensively involved in both primary and secondary reconstructive procedures for these children. Dr. Clarke is a Senior Fellow of Massey College at the University of Toronto. He has served as the President of the American Society for Peripheral Nerve, as the President of the Canadian Society of Plastic Surgeons and as the inaugural President of the recently formed International Confederation of Plastic Surgery Societies (ICOPLAST).


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Elora Festival COVID Policy
Current health practices remind us that the best way to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and its variants in large gatherings is through masking.
As such, the Elora Festival strongly recommends that our audiences wear masks in our concert venues; especially while seated with other concert goers. You may remove your mask while eating/drinking.
We will have a limited supply of disposable masks available, should you forget to bring one, and our staff and volunteers will continue to be masked.
We will revisit our masking policy again if there is an upwards trend in virus transmission rates, so please check back regularly for any updates to this policy.


Lamborghini has joined as an official partner of the Movember charity, which raises money for men’s health issues.
Thus, the fundraising and awareness campaign taking place every November will be slightly more prone to petrolheads this year since 1,500 Lamborghinis will parade wearing stickers in the shape of a mustache, the Movember symbol, on their bonnets. On Saturday, November 6, the Italian supercars will roam the streets of major cities including New York, London, Syndey, Bangkok, Rome, and Cape Town.
The special event is organized with the help of 92 Lamborghini dealers, with owners encouraged to participate. The mustache-wearing Lambos will spread Movember’s message while people can donate money for the cause through this online platform. At the time of the writing, the Lamborghini Movember Bulls fundraiser has already gathered $72,166 for the charity, supporting important men’s health issues. Funds raised through the month will go towards mental health and suicide prevention, prostate cancer, and testicular cancer.
Chairman and CEO of Automobili Lamborghini Stephan Winkelmann said: “Through this partnership, Lamborghini wants to actively contribute to the crucial issue of health and support research, by raising awareness among its community of fans and customers. This is a perfect parallel to the many initiatives that we have been carrying out internally for years in favor of the psycho-physical well-being of our people. These include health screening and prevention projects, to schemes supporting diversity and inclusion, and numerous social initiatives, which make Lamborghini an ethically responsible industrial entity.”
Movember’s goal is to tackle key health issues faced by men, but also encourage them to stay healthy in all areas of their life, with a focus on remaining socially connected and becoming more open to discussing their health and significant moments in their lives. You can learn more on the charity’s official website.