Dental hygienists do far more than just clean your teeth
Every registered dental hygienist I’ve met during my career thinks of their work as a calling...
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Category: Health/Wellness
We can’t ‘be discreet’ in advocating for better mental health
“I am close to autistic people and others with ailments similar to yours and none of them draw attention to themselves the way you do on a daily basis. 99% of the comments you get are positive but I can’t bite my tongue anymore....
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What to do if you notice changes in an aging parent
Visiting family and loved ones can be a very joyous occasion. Having a cup of coffee on the porch,...
Read MoreAfter holidays, skin health should be priority for New Year
As much as we enjoyed the holidays, it’s time to make sure we have healthy skin. It’s the perfect time for some screenings, repair and for yearly check-ups. Q: After the holidays, my skin looks tired. What can I do to refresh...
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BMH offers treatment to reduce hair loss during chemotherapy
Cancer patients facing chemotherapy – and the prospect of losing all their hair – now have access...
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Suffering from hair loss? Here are some treatment options
• What can cause sudden hair loss? The most common causes are hormonal changes from childbirth or...
Read MoreTips for a healthier mouth that will impact your whole body
Whether I’m taking my new puppy for a walk or attending a fitness class, I like to stay active. Being able to get outside year-round is why I love living in the Lowcountry! But I’ve caught myself being a bit over-indulgent this...
Read MorePrepare your face to look, feel its best during the holidays
The holidays are upon us! There’s shopping, cooking, and cleaning to be done. There’s too much celebrating – with too much food, too much drink and too much to do on too little sleep. Just when you want to look sparkly and...
Read MoreLess-frequently-asked questions about plastic surgery of face
Q. I am in my 50s, and my upper lip is disappearing. Is there anything I can do besides injections? A. Actually, as we age, our upper lip (the skin between the red part and the nose) gets longer, sometimes considerably longer,...
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Passing on the PSL because of hot- and cold-sensitive teeth?
With pumpkin spice latte (PSL) season in full swing, we don’t want hot and cold sensitivity...
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Something getting under your skin? Maybe it’s mites
Sarcoptes scabiei (scabies or mites) is a common skin condition caused by the human itch mite....
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Beaufort Memorial now offers state of the art hip replacement
Following almost two years of highly successful knee replacements with the Mako Robotic...
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Non-surgical cosmetic ‘bloopers’ have opposite of desired affect
With the advent of Botox and Dysport and various fillers, such as the Juvederm, Restylane, and...
Read MoreCellulitis: Understanding cause, effects, treatment
Cellulitis is a common, potentially serious bacterial skin infection. The affected skin will appear swollen and red and is typically painful and warm to the touch. Although cellulitis can appear anywhere on your body, the most...
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An ounce of care is worth a pound of cure
When it comes to dental implants, there is some good news, and some bad news. Dental implants are...
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