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Cosmetic Dentistry can also Improve Oral Health & Function
The phrase "cosmetic dentistry" might make you think that "cosmetic" treatments only address aesthetics - but in most cases, that's just not true. For example, a tooth-colored filling's primary purpose is to treat minor damage from tooth decay. The fact that the composite resin is matched to your tooth color so that it's not noticeable makes the treatment "cosmetic," but no less necessary for your oral health.
In fact, bridges, crowns, dental bonding and more "cosmetic dentistry" treatments are often quite essential for oral health and functionality. You might feel embarrassed by a missing or severely-decayed tooth, for example - but your teeth, jaw and overall health can be affected by loss or reduction in function, too.
Putting off dental care that you perceive to be "cosmetic" can have real implications to your whole-body wellness - and your confidence, too. If you are unhappy with the physical appearance of your teeth, gums or smile, cosmetic dentistry can help. Following a comprehensive oral exam, a discussion of your goals for treatment and a review of your oral health history, Skyline Smiles can develop a custom care plan that helps you acquire a beautiful, white, healthy smile.
Skyline Smiles 244-4036

Inside SCV's Health Kick of the Month
Cryotherapy for Mental & Physical Recovery
We can't live without our regular 2- 3-minute stint in the cryo chamber. Our joints are happier, our moods are elevated, our weightloss goals stay on track and our inflammation numbers are down. But don't take our word for it.
Cryotherapy is one of famous motivational speaker Tony Robbins' top-three biohacks - and we couldn't agree more with his assessment. Says Robbins: "When I found cryotherapy, it changed the game completely. It shifts your brain, shifts your body."
Ready to give -230 degrees a try?
Cryotherapy is available locally at MEND Health & Wellness. 294-7898

Complimentary Hearing Aid Check & Cleaning Now Available
Santa Clarita Hearing Center offers a patient-first experience that centers your personalized care at the heart of the practice. Get to know Dr. Veloz and her warm, caring staff by scheduling your complimentary hearing aid check and cleaning today. This generous offer is valid for new patients only.
Santa Clarita Hearing Center 388-4135

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Now You Know!
Spider Veins, Explained
Many people who have spider veins may feel grateful that they aren't varicose veins, but that doesn't mean that anyone likes unsightly veins on their legs. As the name suggests, spider veins form a web of deep red or dark blue veins on your legs. They often worsen as a person ages, but they can occur in a person of any age. There may be a couple of different reasons that spider veins happen, but the ultimate reason always comes back to the blood.
When the veins begin to experience extra pressure due to a blood backup, spider veins can develop.The reason that the blood backup occurs is usually because of a valve issue. The valves are there to regulate the flow of blood, keeping it on a steady upwards route towards the heart.
However, if a valve stops functioning or begins to malfunction by pushing blood down instead of up, the blood will inevitably begin to back up. This backed up blood strains the veins and causes them to expand. This, in turn, makes the veins push against the skin to reveal the spider web pattern.
Harvard- and Stanford-trained double-board-certified surgeon Dr. Larisse Lee of LA Vein Center focuses on the most up-to-date techniques to get the results you want. 818-325-0400

Forget Pills & Creams
The Fungal Nails Solution is a High Efficacy Laser
The Erchonia Lunula Laser is a revolutionary low-level laser therapy bringing new hope to people suffering from Fungal Nails (onychomycosis). Antifungal topicals have a low success rate, requiring application daily for one year and oral antifungals are known to potentially cause problems with your liver. The Lunula Laser is safe, effective and is the first and only non-thermal laser to receive FDA 510(k) Market Clearance for new clear nail growth. Lunula Laser poses none of the risks and harmful side effects of thermal lasers and is painless. This laser has an FDA documented 89 percent success rate - there is no other laser with higher documented results!
Valencia Foot & Ankle Center 288-2321

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Holiday Ideas to Share with Seniors
While your holiday schedule may be full of parties and festive dinners, please don't forget about spending some time with the seniors in your life. Plan a visit, a dinner, a phone call...whatever it takes to break up the social isolation that's so common for seniors.
There are lots of joyful ways to share the holidays with your senior loved ones, in person or virtually.
Heal Boredom with Board Games You could involve the whole family in a Zoom meeting and make new memories by playing a board game. Or meet up with a deck of cards and a favorite holiday treat.
Get Crafty Why not plan a great arts and crafts project so everyone can make their own holiday cards? You can even make some new holiday decorations for your home...and theirs! Imagine getting the kids involved in decorating grandma's tree with these newly-made ornaments. What a wonderful gift that would be!
Sing their Favorites Plan a virtual CarolFest where everyone gets together through Zoom or FaceTime to sing carols or to wrap or open gifts together.
Creating multi-generational moments to remember does take some planning, but it doesn't have to cost a lot, or even take up that much time, and the joy it can bring to the seniors in your life is absolutely priceless!
Home Instead Senior Care for Santa Clarita and Antelope Valleys 254-8701

You cannot Pour from an Empty Vessel
Schedule a "Tuck In" Today
In a world that tells us to go-go-go, we must be intentional about designating a time to stop.
We can't continue to give-give-give if we are not open to receive. We can't care-care-care if we're not being cared for.
It's simple: some things have to go in or - eventually - nothing can come out.
People are not robots. We are beautiful beings whose needs for quiet time to heal, release and settle are valid.
The community of caring folks at The Sweat Shacks in Santa Clarita are honored to pour into people who do such a brilliant job of pouring into others.
That's why, when they help you to your private sauna space, they call it "tucking you in."
As they pull your curtain closed, a whole world of calm and comfort opens to you. Feel embraced by the nurturing heat. Let the gentle steam envelop you from head to toe in a healing hug. They'll hold space for you, curating an environment that is undisturbed. After your session, you'll feel serene and settled - but also capable and resilient.
You deserve to pause in a space that was built exclusively for that purpose.
Ready to be tucked in? New guests can choose from their Finnish Kuuma Sauna, Urban Heat Cabin or Cold Plunge for only $25. Add on an additional service for only $15.
The Sweat Shacks in Santa Clarita are located in Old Town Newhall on Main Street and in Saugus on Plum Canyon.
The Sweat Shack 678-0880

Change your Smile, Change your LifeWhether you're missing teeth or wish the ones you had were straight, you know that your smile can either build your confidence - or erode it. Here are two ways you can improve your dental health and oral function.
Dentures
People of all ages can need dentures - and it's time to reduce the stigma associated with them. If you're concerned that dentures may look or feel unnatural, relax - because today's dentures can be made in house, custom designed to fit your mouth for the ultimate in comfort and aesthetics.
Invisalign
In less than a year, your teeth could be straight and your smile could bring you confidence and joy! Improve your mouth's functionality and appearance with invisible aligners.
Santa Clarita Advanced Dentistry 259-4474