Forget about invasive procedures. Dermal fillers offer an easy way to smooth fine lines, without having to go under the knife. Fillers, such as Juvéderm, use an injectable gel to add volume and hydration to the facial area. This temporarily smooths the fine lines that age, smiling, squinting and stress can cause. If you're considering a dermal filler, understanding the after-effects and post-care is absolutely essential. So what do you need to know about your face following this type of injection? [Read More]

Hip pain is more than just an inconvenience. Depending on the cause and severity, pain radiating from the region where the hip socket is located can make walking, sitting, standing, or doing even minor activities painful, uncomfortable, or increasingly impossible to perform. Like many back pain sufferers, those who must deal with debilitating hip pain often rely heavily on pain medications to retain some degree of function in their daily lives. [Read More]

Postpartum depression is more common than many people realize. In fact, one in nine women may experience postpartum depression according to recent research. If you suspect that you or your partner are experiencing postpartum depression, seeking medical help is crucial. In the meantime, understanding the condition will also help you build compassion for yourself and your partner. Seeing the impact the condition can have may prompt you to seek help sooner. [Read More]

If you've recently moved across the city, or perhaps even farther, you might be thinking about finding a new family doctor. It's often ideal if you can go to a physician who is just a short drive from where you live or work, and if your current doctor is a lengthier drive away, you may feel as though it's time to find a new one. Before you make this decision, however, it's a good idea to consider a few advantages of keeping the same family doctor. [Read More]