Cataract Surgery

Do I Need Cataract Surgery?

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Deciding whether or not you need cataract surgery can be difficult, especially if you don’t have a lot of money to spend on visiting your local eye doctor. Your best option is always to speak with your doctor to determine whether cataract surgery or laser eye surgery is the right option for you, and the appropriate timing for surgery, but there are a few things you can watch out for on your own.

In this article we’ve covered some of the telltale signs that could point you towards cataract surgery. Again, these are a few things to look out for, but there’s really no substitute for speaking with a fully qualified eye doctor.

You might need cataract surgery when:

Blurred Vision Makes It Difficult to Read

Cataracts develop over time and eventually they will begin to affect your vision. If you’re starting to notice that you’re having trouble reading, it could be time to consider cataract surgery – especially if you’ve never had problems with your eyes in the past.

Fortunately, cataract removal is a highly successful procedure which usually results in complete restoration of your vision. Because of this, it’s certainly worth considering if you want your sight to return to normal.

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Dental Implants

Move Over Dental Implants – New Technology is in Town

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Those who take pride in the appearance of their teeth will know precisely what cosmetic dental procedures are available. Their teeth can look white and beautiful with in-chair teeth whitening, or straight with braces and Invisalign. Whatever imperfection you have, your dentist will have something up their sleeve to help.

What you may not have imagined, however, is that in the future, they could have the ability to regrow your teeth. Right now, technology allows dentists to create dental implants and dentures to replace your lost teeth. Even if there is not enough bone for dental implants, they can generate that too. Dental technology has never been better than it is today.

In late 2019, molecular biologists from the United Kingdom released information that they have identified a gene in mice responsible for tooth regeneration. With this new information, it can only be a matter of time before they delve into the possibilities surrounding tooth regeneration in humans.

According to researchers led by Dr. Bing Hu at the University of Plymouth’s Peninsula Dental School, natural growth could be on the cards. The team studied both signalling molecules and genes in mice’s teeth to work out how they can regrow them.

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Dental Sealants

Everything You Should Know About Dental Sealants

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A dental sealant is a plastic coating a dentist, such as Dental O So Gentle will put on molars and premolars to protect them from decay. You use your molars and premolars for chewing, but each tooth has tiny fissures, or grooves, that even the most oral health-savvy person can have trouble cleaning.

Often, the fissures are smaller than a single brush bristle, meaning that bacteria acid from plaque can make its way into the enamel and cause cavities without you ever doing anything wrong. While toothpaste and water with fluoride can prevent decay and protect the surfaces of your teeth, dental sealants can too. What’s more, they smooth out those grooves in your teeth to reduce the risk of any acid getting into them.

When Do You Get Dental Sealants?

A dentist will usually place dental sealants on your first permanent molar as soon as it erupts through your gum’s surface. These teeth continue to grow, even as you reach around 11 or 12 years of age. While they usually only go on your chewing surface teeth, your dentist may also look at other baby teeth if they have grooves or pits too. It depends on the dentist and patient to determine the best course of action.

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Designing Jewellery

What to Consider when Designing Jewellery

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If regular trips to the jewellers have made you curious about what it would be like to design your own jewellery, then why not give it a go? Everyone is entitled to take up a new hobby, and you may even find that designing jewellery is something you enjoy and are good at.

Before you start, however, take a moment to consider what’s involved in the process. Running through these following points could be the difference between a standout piece you wear with pride and one that you’d rather keep in your jewellery box.

The Costs Involved

Quality jewellery is worth every penny – as you will see when you visit different jewellers. However, there has to be a starting point, and it shouldn’t be at the top of the price scale. Factor in the cost of your time, the materials of any chains you use, and gems or stones that take centrestage in the piece too.

All those costs separately can be manageable, but together, they may be more than your particular piece of jewellery is worth. If you are modelling your new jewellery on another design, see what it is selling for and try to figure out from where those costs originate.

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BodyBalance Exercise

What You Need to Know about BodyBalance Exercise

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Many people are scared about joining group fitness classes such as BodyBalance because they feel like they are too “new” to exercise, or won’t be able to keep up. The truth is, you’re not alone in how you feel, and a lot of people are nervous about starting something new. However, what you will find is that BodyBalance is something anyone can enjoy and benefit from, and you won’t be feeling new for too long. Here’s everything you need to know about BodyBalance before you start.

The Exercises are Manageable

There is a range of high-intensity exercise classes available, but high-intensity physical activity is not for everyone. Sometimes, you just want something that will push you but will be a mixture of physical challenges and mental challenges. BodyBalance involves not only low to medium intensity exercises such as Pilates, Tai Chi, and Yoga but incorporates meditation as well. Therefore, you may find it’s more manageable for your fitness or experience level than you think.

You Can Burn Calories

You don’t have to run a mile, sprint, and sweat up a storm to lose calories. If you enrol in a group fitness class such as BodyBalance, the combination of exercises can help you to burn up to 390 calories – that’s more than what you would burn after walking for an hour!

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Wine and Chocolate

Do Wine and Chocolate Go Together?

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When you are providing someone with a present or gesture, more often than not they contain wine and chocolate. For some reason, these two items are “go to” gifts, especially if you don’t know the person very well. Even though they pair as gifts, you will very rarely see them appear together on a restaurant menu. Nor will chocolate be a recommended pairing when you view wine information on an online wine provider website.

While wine and chocolate with a lovely ribbon is the perfect gift for a friend, how on earth do you pair them together? The following information might help.

What Works with Milk Chocolate?

Milk chocolate consists typically of both cream and chocolate, which makes it more of a confectionary than actual chocolate. However, that doesn’t make it any less hard to pair. A sure-fire way of nailing the combination is to opt for sweet sparkling red wine.

The berry, spices, and fruity undertones from most sweet sparkling varieties pair beautifully with the creaminess of the chocolate. What’s more, each bite and swig blends together into a zesty, berry-like combination that feels silky smooth in your mouth and tastes divine. Tip: If you order chocolate mousse at a restaurant, ask for a glass of Ruby Port. With spice and berry undertones, it’s a match made in heaven. You may also be able to find this Port, which originates from Portugal, from an online wine provider.

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Sauvignon Blanc

Types of Sauvignon Blanc

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There is no denying that Sauvignon Blanc is one of the most versatile wines available. You can find it at almost any restaurant, and it’s abundant in bottle stores and online wine shops too. However, there’s every reason to believe that its versatility to pair beautifully with almost any dish is down to the significant variety available. Below, we outline the various Sauvignon Blanc option from different parts of the world.

What Are My Options?

If you were to leave the country of origin out of the equation, you would find there are two main Sauvignon Blanc kinds: aged and stainless. Aside from the difference of taste, another significant difference is the price tag, especially on a restaurant menu.

The most common variety of Sauvignon Blanc is unoaked. Unoaked wine refers to its fermentation process in a concrete vat or even a stainless steel one which is becoming more common. Typically, this fermentation style lends itself to a lower price tag, while still producing wine with high acidity and bold, fruity flavours.

Aged Sauvignon Blanc, which is barrel-fermented, is more of a refined Sauvignon Blanc for delicate palates and those looking to spend a little more. The wine is aged in lees which is essentially dead yeast, and the result is a far creamier wine that dances on the palate. Wine producers also have a little fun with the aging process, adding butter, lemon oil, and even lemon curd for a burst of flavour for a pleasant surprise. However, the intricacies of the fermentation process are reflected in the price tag. In saying that, you may be able to buy it cheaper if you look at various online wine distributors.

Sauvignon Blanc Varieties by Country

France: France is by far the biggest producer of Sauvignon Blanc, with significant production occurring in Loire, Bordeaux, Languedoc-Roussillon. In Loire, you can expect hints of honeydew melon, high acidity levels, and even a slight hint of lime. However, high-end wines are typically fruitier with hints of fennel, lemongrass, and peach. These wines are commonly found in any restaurant throughout France.

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Sedation Dentistry

Why Consider Sedation Dentistry?

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Are you one of the one in six people who fear the dentist? While your oral health is equally as important as your overall health, more Australians are likely to put off going to the dentist than a doctor appointment. However, in many cases, the longer you put it off, the bigger the problem and cost.

According to Perth based dentist Clear Choice Dental, when you fear the dentist, it can often be hard to convince yourself to go. Instead, you tell yourself the pain will go away, that you don’t need regular check-ups, and that your teeth are okay.  Instead of worrying and putting it off, why not consider sedation dentistry and make the experience far more pleasurable?

We’ve included a few of the many reasons why sedation dentistry could benefit you.

It Speeds Up the Process

When you’re scared of the dentist, or you require plenty of reassurance during your appointment, it’s not uncommon for you to be there longer than the appointment usually would take. While your dentist doesn’t mind going the extra mile to ensure you’re comfortable, it can mean that you’re in a situation you don’t want to be in for an extended period. If you consider sedation dentistry that puts you at ease, your dentist can carry out your treatment or procedure much quicker. As a result, you’re in and out the door at lightning speed.

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Stainless Steel Jewellery

Stainless-Steel Jewellery

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While not all jewellers you come across will stock stainless steel jewellery, a growing number is beginning to. There is no denying that gold, silver, and platinum are still leading the way, but stainless-steel is no longer only an option for your steak knife set. Instead, it’s proving to be a beneficial metal type for your jewellery as well. Here’s why.

It Doesn’t Tarnish

If you’re not one to spend countless hours maintaining your jewellery, then you will be pleased to know stainless steel doesn’t need you to. When you buy silver jewellery, which is one of the most popular metals in the world, the jewellers you buy it from will tell you what you need to do to care for it. Silver tarnishes when you expose it to oxygen, which means that you often need to polish it. Stainless steel, however, doesn’t oxidize or tarnish which means it requires minimal maintenance or cleaning – if any at all.

No Sheen

When you purchase items from jewellers, each type of metal has a different sheen and appeal. While you look beautiful, when you wear them together, that sheen can often not match. You then have to be quite selective with what you wear together. Stainless steel doesn’t have this same sheen, which means whatever stainless-steel jewellery you buy, it will all match each other well.

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Waist Training

Is Waist Training the Same as Corset Training?

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Many people believe that waist training is the same as corset training, but the two are vastly different practices. While both beauty garments do look similar in style, there are a few dramatic differences that can set them apart as well. Below, we look at the differences between corsets and waist trainers so you can decide which method works for you, and which doesn’t.

What Is Waist Training?

Waist training is more of a contemporary term, derived from a time where women would use corsets to “train” their waist. However, waist trainers today are vastly different than that of corsets and corset training.

You wear a waist trainer to slim down your waist, flatten your stomach, improve your posture and accentuate your curves. There are many different waist trainers for sale on the market, and they look very different to corsets. Most of the high-quality waist trainers are made from latex rubber, and they also feature clasps not dissimilar to those of a bra which you can adjust as your waist shape changes.

The most significant difference between waist training and corset training is that waist training doesn’t alter your rib cage or organ placement to achieve an hourglass figure. Instead, it works with your shape for a more toned appearance. In essence, many people consider it to be safer.

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