QUESTION: What is a palatal expander and when is it used?

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These days it seems that everybody gets a palatal expander. A palatal expander is an appliance against the roof of the mouth that widens (expands) the top jaw (maxilla). It can be fixed, glued in or removable, where the patient can take it in and out. Generally, the removable appliance is used when slow and … Continued

Depression in the Elderly 

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By Susan Heckler Depression can affect anyone at any age.  It is not an inevitable part of aging; however, the changes that come in later life can lead to depression. Life events such as retirement, the death of loved ones, increased isolation, or medical problems are more prevalent in senior years. It may impact your energy, … Continued

Six Years in the E.R.? This Woman’s Story Is Killer…

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What would you do if you ended up in in the E.R. with severe pain, every month for 6 years like this woman? Knowing around the same time of the month, every month, for all of those years, it would come and cause her nothing but agony and suffering for days. She writes, “No doctor … Continued

QUESTION: How do I know if I am experiencing hearing loss?

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ANSWER: If one or two of the below statements sound familiar, chances are you may be experiencing some degree of hearing loss. You are having trouble hearing people on the telephone You are having trouble following conversations when several people are talking at the same time The family complains that you blast the television. You … Continued

The Malvern School Celebrates “The Week of the Young Child”

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WHEN: April 6-12, 2014 WHERE: The Malvern School Locations in PA: Collegeville, Downingtown, Frazer, Glen Mills, Horsham, King of Prussia, Lionville, Malvern, Montgomeryville, Newtown Square, Oaks, Richboro, Royersford, Upper Gwynedd, Warrington, West Norriton. Locations in NJ: Erial, Freehold, Marlboro, Medford, Voorhees, Washington Township. WHAT: The Malvern School will host a fun-packed, week-long celebration to honor … Continued

CentraState Offers Healthy Interactive Cooking Class for Kids and Parents

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CentraState Healthcare System is offering the interactive nutrition program, Kids Cooking for Kids, for children and their parents on Wednesday, March 19, from 6:30-7:45 p.m. at CentraState’s Star and Barry Tobias Ambulatory Campus Conference Center, 901 W. Main Street, Freehold. As part of the fun-filled evening, kids will be treated to a cooking demonstration by the … Continued

The Monmouth Teen Arts Festival Brings Emerging Teen Artists from All Around Monmouth County to Brookdale's Campus in Lincroft

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“The Monmouth Teen Arts Festival is an exceptional experience for emerging teen artists of all disciplines to come together in a creative atmosphere of workshops, evaluations and community,” said Mary Eileen Fouratt, Executive Director of Monmouth Arts. “The Monmouth Teen Arts Festival is the only event of its kind in the county that brings together … Continued

CentraState Offers Healthy Interactive Cooking Class for Kids and Parents

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CentraState Healthcare System is offering the interactive nutrition program, Kids Cooking for Kids, for children and their parents on Wednesday, March 19, from 6:30-7:45 p.m. at CentraState’s Star and Barry Tobias Ambulatory Campus Conference Center, 901 W. Main Street, Freehold. As part of the fun-filled evening, kids will be treated to a cooking demonstration by the … Continued