Aging Gracefully and with Great Health

Aging Gracefully and with Great Health

  • The Ins And Outs Of Finding The Best Senior Housing

    Decisions to move into an assisted living facility are almost always hard ones to ask, and stumbling around in the dark will only make things worse on everyone. In situations like these, research will be your best friend. Keep the 5 very important factors below in mind, and the whole process will go much smoother. 1 Assess with Needs in Mind The facilities you tour may have elevators, but do they also have features like walkways and doorways accessible for wheelchair and scooter alike?

  • Ear Infection Treatment Options

    For most people, an ear infection is the result of a viral or bacterial infection that goes away on its own. However, if you have chronic ear infections or the symptoms persist for long periods of time, your doctor might take a more aggressive approach in treating you. Before undergoing treatment, here are some of the options available to you.  Antibiotics If the symptoms of ear infection do not go away on their own, your doctor might recommend the use of antibiotics.

  • Why A Senior Stroke Victim Should Hire A Nurse

    Are you a senior at home recovering from a stroke that left you needing a wheelchair due to partial paralysis in a leg? Having a nurse visit your home to help out can make the healing process go a lot smoother, and you won't have to rely on family members all of the time. Find out below why hiring a nurse is in your best interest, as well as how one can be afforded.

  • A Patient's Guide To Dental Implant Titanium Posts And The Osseointegration Process

    If you are considering replacing your missing teeth with dental implants, then it is important for you to understand why titanium is the metal of choice for dental implant anchor posts. Unlike other metals, titanium has a unique ability to allow bone cells to attach to it, in a process known as osseointegration. Titanium is also a very safe metal to use in the human body for a variety of different reasons discussed below.

  • Considering A Dental Implant For Your Teen? Two Questions You Should Ask

    Dental implants are a great option to permanently replace a missing tooth, but they aren't a great solution for everyone. For example, dental implants may not be the best choice for someone whose jaw bones are still growing and developing. This can make for a tough situation if you have a teen who is missing a tooth. Here's a look at some basic information about teens and the option for dental implants.

  • About Me

    Aging Gracefully and with Great Health

    While it's true that aging and illness used to go in hand, today's medical advancements now mean we don't have to settle for that eventuality anymore. I'm already considering the aging process although I'm still middle aged because I intend to enjoy my later years with the best health possible. Living well and aging gracefully aren't just about maintaining your appearance, but also feeling as good as you can as you get older. I'm sharing what I discover in my personal quest with everyone here on this convenient website so we can all join together to cross into the golden years with our health intact.