Why fix baby teeth when they’re just going to fall out? Some baby teeth may stay in until the age of 12! Baby teeth help the child chew, swallow and talk. They aid with the development of the jawbone, providing protection and guidance for the permanent teeth developing below plus proper spacing in the jaw. If a cavity in a baby tooth is left unattended, it may continue to expand and cause an infection in the gum. This, in turn, can cause facial infection or damage to the adult tooth underneath it.

Incite Inspirations, Emotional Wellness/Tapping clients report feeling a significant decrease or loss of physical pain, negative emotions, fear, anxiety and overwhelm. They report feeling increased self-love, self-confidence and energy. They feel lighter, happier, calmer, and more capable. Client Audrey Winter says, “Wow! I got such a release in that first session, it felt like a miracle! Each of the six sessions I initially booked have been amazing. I had some epiphanies that I would never have put together without Marnel’s help! I wholeheartedly endorse Marnel and her work! You will not be disappointed.”

Untreated obstructive sleep apnea is one of the leading causes of excessive daytime sleepiness. Obstructive sleep apnea is defined as episodes of apneas (not breathing) which last more than 10 seconds and that occur during sleep. These episodes may occur hundreds of times per night and can lead to fragmented sleep. During these events, the individual’s oxygen level can fall to dangerously low levels (hypoxemia) and may result in cardiac arrhythmias (irregular heartbeats), which can at times be fatal. Also, individuals with obstructive sleep apnea are far more prone to heart attacks and strokes.

Suffer from neck or facial wrinkles, acne, scars, burns or skin irregularities? Dermapen is a safe treatment with virtually no down time that stimulates your skin’s own growth and repair system by activating tired and dormant cells. The Dermapen microneedling pen uses sterile, individually sealed, disposable needle cartridges for optimal patient safety. Every needle tip is made up of 12 smaller needles that penetrate vertically into the skin. This creates small, micro-skin channels, that stimulates the skin’s natural ability to heal itself.

Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS) is an effective therapeutic technique used in physiotherapy clinics. IMS uses small, pin-like needles to reduce muscle tension, eliminate pain, restore range of motion, and promote a return to normal function. Sometimes known as Functional Dry Needling (FDN), it is used to treat “trigger points” or “knots” within the body. As the needle is inserted into the muscle tissue, a patient usually experiences a feeling of localized cramping, twitching, or aching within the muscle followed by a release. Despite this initial short-term discomfort, patients respond quickly as it promotes healing and better function.

The Red Deer PCN’s Elder Care Assessment Clinic helps diagnose and care for people 75 years and older living with dementia and geriatric syndromes such as frailty, delirium, falls and incontinence. Ask your family doctor for a referral if you have concerns about memory, behavior or function of a senior. A multidisciplinary assessment with the patient and care partner is used to develop a care plan to be implemented by their doctor. “Excellent program. Very informative, eases family stress if done earlier in stages of aging.”

A cavity happens when bacteria in the mouth produces acid that attacks your teeth. Over time, this acid can dissolve away the tooth enamel and cause a hole, or cavity. Unlike some other diseases or injuries, a cavity will not heal by itself, but if the early signs of dental decay are promptly treated before a cavity forms, it can be stopped or even reversed by your dentist and your home care. To prevent dental disease: brush twice a day, floss once a day, eat a balanced diet, limit eating and drinking between meals, and visit your dentist regularly.

There’s a saying in Chinese Medicine, “If you fix a women’s menstruation, 70% of her problems will disappear.” If you suffer from menstrual pain, no period, heavy or irregular periods, spotting in between periods, and even a period that just won’t quit, or infertility, these gynecological issues may be resolved with Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture. In addition, it’s also a safe and effective therapy for menopausal and peri-menopausal problems such as headaches, migraines, hair loss, anxiety, depression, mood-swings, night sweats, hot flashes, blurred vision, floaters in the vision, lethargy, dry skin, and so on.

Platelets help stop bleeding and contain substances called “growth factors” that activate and rejuvenate cells in our body. Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) uses the patient’s natural biology to address skin defects and volume loss, triggering production of new cells and collagen formation. PRP is injected into the skin and this treatment may promote natural tissue regeneration and increase collagen production, improving the quality of the skin, smoothing fine line and wrinkles, and helping to restore luminosity. The results in the injected area may be seen over the course of several weeks following the treatment.

Otherwise known as constant positive airway pressure, CPAP therapy is the gold standard choice in the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea with significantly higher success rates than corrective surgery or dental appliances in moderate to severe cases. A pressure is applied gently to the airway to relieve flaccid anatomical muscle tone during sleep through an externally affixed mask. The patient’s perception is that like a fan, that translates into an airway splint or pressure to keep the airway open during sleep. Through repetitive use and as their pre-treatment symptoms subside, improved breathing is achieved.