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What to Know About Scar Revisions
Scars are a natural part of the healing process and can be formed for various reasons, including as a result from surgery, infections, inflammation or injuries. However, some scars can be uncomfortable, restrict movement or…
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Essential Summer Care for Your Hearing Aids
With summer in full swing, you may be making memories of lazy days picnicking in Morrison Park, nights rocking out at outdoor concerts and maybe a few days at the pool. As we wade further…
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Three Reasons It’s Important To Treat Hearing Loss in Seniors
Hearing loss affects approximately one in three people in the U.S. between ages 65 and 74 and nearly half of adults over 75. Medically termed presbycusis, age-related hearing loss occurs as a result of gradual…
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Understanding and Protecting the Hearing Process
We rely on our hearing to connect with friends and family, listen to our favorite music, alert us to safety information and more. Understanding how we perceive sound and the potential hazards to our hearing…
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Why Can Your Tinnitus Worsen Over Time?
Tinnitus, a common symptom causing a ringing or buzzing in the ear, affects approximately 50 million people in the United States. For many, tinnitus is an infrequent and unbothersome occurrence that can easily be ignored.…
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Hearing Loss in Your City
In Brazoria County, an average of 9.5% of the population faces some degree of hearing loss, lower than the state average of 10%. However, in a neighboring county, Matagorda, 16% of the population has some…
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How To Be a Hearing Loss Advocate in The Workplace
Navigating the professional landscape can pose unique challenges for individuals with hearing loss. Based on standard hearing examinations, one in eight people aged 12 or older in the U.S. experience hearing loss in both ears.…
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When Should You Seek Medical Treatment For Nosebleeds?
A nosebleed, known as epistaxis, occurs when blood vessels in the nasal passage become damaged. Most nosebleeds aren’t serious and will stop on their own with some basic first aid. If you have a child…
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What Is Dysphagia?
While you might not be familiar with the term dysphagia, it actually describes having difficulty swallowing. It’s a common problem that many older adults, in particular, deal with. Data tells us that anywhere between 10-22%…
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What’s The Difference Between Dermabrasion and Microdermabrasion
Both dermabrasion and microdermabrasion are procedures meant to make skin smoother and more even and help with the removal or minimization of scars. While they both aim to improve your skin’s appearance, they differ in…
