Should Your Child Get Contact Lenses?

Posted on 23 June 2015

If it has been decided by an optometrist that your child needs corrective lenses, your child may have asked you for contact lenses. Children often think they are going to be picked on for wearing glasses, or they just don't like the idea of wearing them. With more children and people in general wearing glasses these days, your child may not endure any bullying over their glasses, but they may not realize this. [Read More]

What Is Blepharitis And How Is It Treated?

Posted on 1 June 2015

If you have woken up to red, itchy and crusted eyelids, you might have blepharitis. This is a common condition, but also one that needs to be treated. Here is more information about blepharitis and the treatment options that are available. How do you know you have blepharitis? The first thing you should know is how to recognize the signs and symptoms of blepharitis. This condition is sometimes confused with pink eye, so it helps to know the range of symptoms you should be looking for. [Read More]

The Pros And Cons Of Three Common Dental Crown Materials

Posted on 4 May 2015

Dental crowns can be a great alternative to extraction and the use of an implant for teeth that have been badly damaged by decay or other means. While there are many material options available, a few options stand out the most due to their durability and ability to blend in with the surrounding teeth. Below are three of the most common material options for dental crowns and their pros and cons. Stainless Steel Crowns [Read More]

Eyeglasses For Kids With Down Syndrome

Posted on 6 April 2015

If your child has Down Syndrome, you may initially have been surprised to learn that they have a very high likelihood of needing eyeglasses. In fact more than 50% of kids with Down Syndrome have some sort of eye disease. Here are some tips if you are embarking on eye care for your Down Syndrome child and some welcome news about advances in eyeglasses for this special group of kids. [Read More]

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Deciphering Your Medical Bills

After I was involved in a bad car accident, I was hospitalized for about three weeks. Although I had full coverage medical insurance, the bills that started stacking up at my house after I got home were astounding. Pretty soon, I found that I was unable to take care of my normal expenses. After I finished paying everything off a few years later, I found a few errors in my billing. I did a little research, and I discovered that I had been charged for things that should have been covered. Fortunately, after working with the insurance companies, I was able to get my money back. My website is all about helping you to decipher your medical bills, so that you don't end up spending more than you need to.