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Stress & Bladder
Q. Some days I feel like I’m running on empty, and I’ve been going through a lot of stress recently. I’ve started having bladder issues. Could they be related to stress? How can I reduce my stress and improve my overall health?
A. Your feelings are not uncommon in our fast paced lives. Unfortunately, if you continue pushing yourself, it can set off a harmful chain reaction. Stress often leads to a poor diet and less exercise resulting in sleep issues. All of which can lead to more health issues.
There is no magic pill to reduce stress. It’s important to identify stress triggers and then work to eliminate some of them. We know that work or family issues are part of your everyday life. Simple techniques to help like exercise or mediation can help. Learn to say no to some things and make sure you have someone to talk to when you are feeling overwhelmed.
Think of your body like a computer. When you only open a few programs at a time, the computer runs very well. When stress begins to affect the bodies programming, it consumes so much space that all systems are disrupted, even the bladder and urinary tract can suffer. Stress can create the urge to frequently urinate due to the tense muscles putting pressure on your bladder. Stress can indirectly contribute to the formation of kidney stones due to the chain reaction discussed above. Since stress can manifest physically, it is important to reduce the amount of stress in your life.
If you could simply look at life’s big picture, you would come to realize - most things that stress you out are not worth the toil they take on your overall health.
Jeff Marotte, M.D. Arkansas Urology
1300 Centerview Drive Little Rock, AR 72211 Toll Free 800-255-1762 Local 501-219-8900 www.arkansasurology.com
Help! My Face Has Fallen, and...
Q. Dr. Garner, I so enjoy your articles and have actually clipped a few over the years. Until recently, I did not think that I had the money to get a smile makeover, but my mother passed away not long ago, and I have my inheritance. I’ve alwayshad very soft teeth. Both my parents got dentures when they were in their 40s because their teeth wore down to nubs, and back in those days, they just pulled everything out and got dentures. They were always embarrassed by their false teeth. My teeth have done the same thing. I’m 64, and my smile is straight across. My face has fallen! On the bottom front teeth, my dentist says that about a third of the teeth has worn down to the nerve area. My teeth are very sensitive, and I know I’m in danger. My dentist says he’s not experienced in big projects like mine, so he wants me to see you ASAP. He says I must have a total rebuild to save my teeth. My gums are very healthy BTW. Of course, my smile is yellow and ugly. I want a gorgeous new smile with white teeth. I’m fit, but my teeth are not! I want to avoid root canals too as my dentist says more are on their way if I don’t get with it. When might you be able to examine my mouth? I’m ready!
A. I’m so sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. I’m sure she’d be pleased to know that she was making it possible for you to be healthy and happy by avoiding the pain and embarrassment of dentures. Give us a call immediately, and we will get you right in. Most full-mouth reconstruction smile makeovers take just two visits spaced about a week apart. My guess is that you will have a beautiful smile way before the end of summer. Not only will your smile be perfect, but your teeth will be saved, healthy and strong like never before. Thanks again for contacting me. We look forward to seeing you very soon.
Jeff Garner, DDS
“The Smile Doctor” Featured on Entertainment Tonight and Dateline NBC General, Cosmetic and Aesthetic Reconstructive Dentistry WestLake 5
10809 Executive Center Dr, Suite 101 Little Rock, AR (501) 227-0112 (800) 671-0767 www.smile-doc.net
Breast Lift – Is it Right for YOU?
Q. It may be a little late for me to consider breast surgery. I’m in my late 40’s and I have some sagging going on now. I wish I had considered this surgery sooner in life. Do many people have this done at my age?
A. Yes. At some point, every women deals with sagging breasts. After pregnancy, this can become more pronounced. But just because it’s common doesn’t mean you have to live with breasts that you are unhappy with. Many women at your age choose breast lift surgery to help them restore a more youthful, aesthetically pleasing breast contour. The benefits of breast lift surgery go beyond aesthetics. With firmer, better positioned breasts, bras will fit more comfortably, finding figure-flattering swimsuits can be much easier. And when you feel more confident in your appearance, you may find this enhances your life in many other ways.
The decision to have a breast lift is personal, and women have this surgery for a variety of reasons. In general, a breast lift is ideal for women who are happy with the size of their breasts but unhappy with the shape and position. For those who have lost volume as well, or who want larger, perkier breasts, a breast lift with augmentation can achieve fuller, lifted breasts. During a consultation, I will examine and evaluate your breasts to determine if surgery can make an improvement. I will discuss with you the various factors that can affect your results, such as your age, breast size, breast shape, and skin tone. Another topic to discuss is whether breast augmentation at the same time as a breast lift is a good option for you.
If surgery is an option and you wish to proceed, you may be advised to get a mammogram. We will also provide specific instructions on surgery preparation, including guidelines on avoiding nicotine and certain vitamins or medications.
A breast lift is performed under general anesthesia on an outpatient basis, at our accredited surgical facility and requires approximately 3 hours’ time. Call today to schedule your personal consultation to see if a breast lift is right for you!
Dr. Rhys Branman Cosmetic Surgery Center
Westlake 5 - Searcy Building 10809 Executive Center Dr., Suite 100
Little Rock, AR 72211 800.877.7926 or 501.227.0707 www.littlerockcosmeticsurgery.com
“The woods came alive”...
Q. Dr. Turbeville, one of my hunting club friends recently showed me new hearing aids that he had obtained from you. He said, “The woods came alive”, when wearing these. They are very small and fit deep in the ear canal. I could not see them until he removed them from his ears. I have a moderate-to-severe hearing loss and have a lot of difficulty hearing “game sounds” in the woods as well as “coursing” the direction of sounds. Will these new devices help me?
A. These are the devices that I personally wear on a full-time basis and, properly fitted, are appropriate for a wide range of losses, up to and including severe loss. They are, indeed, very tiny and reside deep in the ear canal taking full advantage of the collection properties of the external ear. As a result, the wearer is able to balance loudness sensation between the two ears, thus enabling one to tell the direction of sound very precisely. With a special distance hearing program, the woods truly come alive with the sounds of nature. In addition, these new devices greatly enhance the ability to listen selectively in more difficult listening environments. Understanding ability is increased as much as 30-50% over ears that are out of balance. This can make the difference between hearing satisfactorily in a noisy setting or being completely left out. Some amazing facts about this device. The computer chip has one million times the computing power of the Apollo 11 rocket of a generation ago and has in excess of one trillion settings. Because of this extreme flexibility, we are now able to help more people than ever before with hearing loss.
AAC offers free hearing testing, including speech tests, to determine your particular communication difficulties and assist you in selecting suitable hearing devices, taking into account your budget, style preference, and other factors. Ask about our “home audition” trial with “100 % no quibble” money-back refund and “low price guarantee” on every product.
Don’t take a chance with your hearing! Choose AAC! CALL TODAY...you’ll be glad you did.
AAC AUDIOLOGY CENTERS Joseph B. Turbeville, Ph.D. James V. Rippy, Au.D
Doctors of Audiology. Affiliated Audiology Centers,
Inc.
WEST LITTLE ROCK
10310 West Markham, #207 Tel. 501-224-6910
TOLL FREE 1-800-264-6944 NORTH METRO
501 W. Main Street – Jacksonville Tel. 501-457-7701 EMAIL:aachearing@gmail.com www.AACHearingDoctors.com
Hypnosis Works
Q. How does hypnosis work and why should I choose hypnosis over other forms of treatment?
A. Hypnosis is the easiest way to make quick, permanent changes in your life. Hypnosis allows you to bypass the conscious level of your mind and access the subconscious mind which operates much like a computer. Like a computer, your subconscious mind must operate based on the programming that’s been placed within it. Human programming is essentially everything that we’ve experienced since birth. The beauty of hypnosis is that it allows us to delete old negative thoughts, habits, behaviors and health patterns, and replace them with ones that are positive and life-enhancing. This allows us to not only feel great, but to excel in all areas of our lives. Why Hypnosis Over Other Forms of Treatment?
Hypnosis is your mind’s natural learning state, so it’s completely safe. It requires no drugs, needles, herbs or supplements and therefore no added risks or costs. Issues can be addressed in a matter of hours vs. weeks, months or years. Hypnosis addresses the cause of issues rather than just the symptoms. Positive change, in most cases, is instant and permanent!! Hypnosis is a completely natural state and one your mind passes through several times during every day. You just don’t know it. All hypnosis is really just self-hypnosis. So if you’re ready to make instant and permanent changes in your life, give me a call.
If you need help with weight loss, IBS, smoking, stress reduction, self confidence, alcohol or drug use, study habits, nail biting, phobias, spending, pain control, or to just feel better, Hypnosis will help you.
Call me today and set up your appointment to change your life.
Voted Best Hypnotherapist by the readers of the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette 11 years in a row.
Penny Rea, BC, CI, PMI Penny Rea Hypnosis Clinic
Seen on NBC, ABC, FOX as well as Daybreak
Board Certified President of the Arkansas Chapter of Hypnotists
19 years experience
523 S. Louisiana, St. #414 Little Rock, AR 72201 1-501-992-9060 facebook.com/pennyreahypnosisclinic www.pennyreahypnosisclinic.com