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What should parents avoid doing?Parents should avoid minimizing or ignoring the signifi cance of an eating disorder. Parents should also avoid blaming or shaming their teen by directing their frustration, worry or anger toward them.

What would you say to a teen with an eating disorder?There is hope and full recovery from eating disorders. Even though your “eating disorder voice” may be cheering you on, with treatment, you can learn the tools to challenge this deadly disease and take back control over your body and mind. You are worthy and deserving of a healthy and happy life.

What myths are associated with teen addiction?That teens will outgrow their addiction. Parents think, ”This is just a high school thing, but once they get to college, or once they get a job, it will be better.”

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Banning Mills Drive time: 45 minutes

Soar up to 60 miles per hour over the lost gorge and the ghost town of Banning at Banning Mills Resort and Adventure Park. �is family-owned conservancy features more than 100 zip lines and a multitude of sky bridges, along with a 100-foot power free fall, aerial challenge courses, kayaking, hiking, biking and even sleeping in treehouses. historicbanningmills.com

ColumbusDrive time: 1.6 hours

�is Georgia town is a new hotspot for whitewater kayakers. Its 2.5-mile stretch of the Chattahoochee River features Class I to Class V rapids, along with a Lazy River. And what makes this rafting destination unique is its urban location – exit the river and bike or skate along the city’s 20-mile river walk, offering live music, food, boutiques and more. visitcolumbusga.com

Amicalola Falls and Unicoi State ParkDrive time: 1.75 hours

Newly introduced adventure-lodge experiences await at these state parks in the North Georgia mountains. Both offer treetop zip lines, GPS scavenger hunts, 3-D archery and climbing walls, and both are designated GoPro Parks, with classes and a rental program enabling guests to make an entertaining record of their day using the action camera mounted on a bike, kayak or helmet. Amicalola Falls also features guided hikes and fitness trail runs, survivalist camping and a birds-of-prey experience, while Unicoi adds lessons in fly fishing, paddleboarding, kayak fishing and primitive camping under the stars. gaadventurelodge.com

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Callaway GardensDrive time: 1.25 hours

Located in the southernmost foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, Callaway Gardens is a man-made nature retreat for the purpose of connecting people with nature in ways that benefit both. �e area features four lodging options along with activities such as a butterfly center, daily birds of prey shows, treetop zip lines and obstacle courses, geocaching (a real-world treasure hunt), beach and water sports, golf and, of course, plenty of gardens to tour. callawaygardens.com

Town of Blue RidgeDrive time: 1.5 hours

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Snowbird Mountain Lodge Drive time: 2.5 hours

Celebrating its 74th season, the Snowbird Mountain Lodge offers majestic views and warm accommodations. Hike, horseback ride, do yoga, mountain bike, fish and canoe, or go for the unique experiences of wildflower walks or night walking with synchronous fireflies. �e lodge closes for the season on November 29. snowbirdlodge.com

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miles of private hiking trails are offered for guests of the resort only, but you can also visit the adjacent Hanging Rock State Park for 26 more miles of hiking trails, including five waterfalls and a 12-acre lake for fishing, boating and swimming. Additional activities include zip lines, fly fishing and tubing. We recommend you cap off the day watching the sun set over the Blue Ridge Mountains as you sip moonshine on the lodge’s front porch. singletreegunandplough.com

Primland ResortDrive time: 5.75 hours

Let the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains take your breath away as you sleep not just under the sky, but in it, in one of Primland Resort’s three treehouses. Or you can opt to stay on the ground in the mountain homes, cottages and other lodging options of this 12,000-acre mountain resort, offering activities such as golf, disc golf, fishing, horseback riding, hunting, mountain biking, nature walks, sporting clays, off-road adventures, archery, swimming, tennis and stargazing from the resort’s observatory. primland.com

GET CULTURED�ese destinations offer the perfect combination of history and activity for those looking to stretch their bodies and expand their minds.

DahlonegaDrive time: 1.15 hours

Home to the largest hard-rock gold mine east of the Mississippi (and site of the first major U.S. gold rush),

Dahlonega is a historic quaint mountain town in the heart of Georgia wine country, just over an hour north of Atlanta. Enjoy panning for gold and gemstones, visiting the heritage museums and touring the town, with its arts scene and gold-medal wineries. Or crank the activities up a notch with hiking, kayaking, bicycling, mountain biking, golfing, hunting, fishing and camping. dahlonega.org

Biltmore EstateDrive time: 3.25 hours

In 1895, George Vanderbilt built this 250-room chateau in Asheville, N.C., which stands today as the largest home in America. �e home’s gardens were designed by renowned landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted, with the Blue Ridge Mountains as the backdrop. Outdoor activities include fishing, horseback riding and bike rentals, and visits to the nearby Antler Hill Village and Biltmore Winery are popular highlights of this trip. biltmore.com

The Brice HotelDrive time: 3.5 hours

A new addition to Savannah, Ga., �e Brice Hotel overlooks Emmet Park and the Savannah River in the city’s historic River District. �e four-star boutique hotel is pet friendly, and offers PUBLIC Bikes so guests can spin around the city. Its inviting brick courtyard, called the Secret Garden, is charmingly strung with lights, and a nightly social hour with free wine is held in the lobby. bricehotel.com Ph

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Chateau Elan Winery and ResortDrive time: 45 minutes

Just a quick drive to Braselton, northeast of Atlanta, Chateau Elan is a 3,500-acre vineyard featuring healthy dining, a European health spa and 63 holes of golf with courses for beginners to champions. While you’re there, check out the resort’s Night Golf, a walking course event with glow-in-the-dark balls, flagsticks and tee markers lighting the course. chateauelan.com

White Hills Herb FarmDrive time: 2 hours

Lisa Kessler, a former instructor at the Medical College of Georgia, now runs this sustainable herb farm in Dearing, just outside of Augusta. She welcomes guests to her 1890s farmhouse and offers tours of the fragrant lavender farms as well as lessons in producing field-to-product balms or lavender-infused oils, creating the perfect herb rub or pot of tea. whitehillsherbs.com

Paradise Hills Winery ResortDrive time: 2 hours

�e Lander family, originally from Northern Maine and Belgium, moved to Blairsville, Ga., in 2002 to open and run this winery resort. Situated on a mountain ridge, Paradise Hills offers cabin rentals, a spa and a family farm winery. �e area is also popular for outdoor activities such as fishing, rafting, canoeing, hiking and horseback riding. paradisehillsresort.com

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Take a foraging trip with this culinary travel group. No Taste Like Home partners with three hotels to offer foraging-for-fitness packages through October. �e excursions include a woodland “shopping spree” where you gather wild mushrooms and other edible plants. Picnic, then enjoy fine dining at one of the group’s lodging partners (including the Omni Grove Park Inn in Asheville, N.C.) as the chefs there cook up your “catch of the day.” notastelikehome.org

GO WHERE LIFE’S A BEACH If the sun and sand are calling your name, try these trips!

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After a $20 million rebuild, the Holiday Inn Jekyll Island opened its doors earlier this year, and guests have been flocking to its 1,200 square feet of unobstructed beachfront space on the historic Jekyll Island, which itself is undergoing a revitalization. Amenities at the new resort include a fitness center, kids club, nightly entertainment and more, and guests can also enjoy multiple water activities, golf, tennis, biking and nature-based excursions. hijklresort.com

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�e Lodge and �e Cloister are resorts on Sea Island, and both have been ranked among the Top 10 resorts in the U.S. by the readers of Travel + Leisure magazine. Needless to say, this is a high-quality getaway for families, outdoor enthusiasts and those looking to simply refresh and recharge. Sea Island features five miles of private beach with horseback riding and open-sea kayaking, tennis and squash centers, a yacht club, a shooting school and three championship golf courses including Seaside, the site of the PGA Tour’s McGladrey Classic. seaisland.com

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“I didn’t read them right there,” Staff ord recalls. Instead, she walked her daughter outside. “I told her, ‘You and I are going to read these together.’” Standing on the sidewalk outside the mall, the mother and daughter learned that “Hands Free Mama,” published in January of 2014, had made the New York Times best-seller list. “I picked her up and swirled her around. It was our moment,” Staff ord continues, her voice breaking with emotion, explaining that her joy came less from the accomplishment itself (which thrilled her) and more from the fact that she could share it with her child. “We wouldn’t have had that moment if I hadn’t kept my phone in my purse. It was such a special moment for us.”

Five years ago, Staff ord probably would have missed the opportunity to have that remarkable experience. A busy wife and mother of two girls, she fi lled every minute of her days with activity. She participated in community activities, headed up school committees and got involved in her church. What’s more, she had decided to return to teaching when her family moved, requiring her to take classes so she could receive her state license. “My life pre-hands free was chaotic. � ere was no white space on the calendar. I was controlled by my phone and tied to my to-do list,” she says. “I

was trying to be the perfect mom and the perfect wife. I was really putting a lot of pressure on myself.”

Not only was there pressure on her, but the pressure was also spilling over to her children. Her two girls were tense

around her, unsure if spilling a drink or breaking routine in some way would set their mom off . Staff ord’s oldest child developed a habit of nervously picking at her lip until it bled – a clear sign she was carrying too much weight on her little shoulders. Staff ord began to sense that something wasn’t right, and that it all started with her. “I was so short fused with my family. I managed rather than nurtured. And I was stretched so thin that my passion for living was nonexistent,” she says. “I was the closest to having it all but the farthest from the life I wanted to live.” Something inside was nudging her to question her lifestyle, but she chose to ignore the voice.

That is, until she took a run one morning, and everything changed. During that jog, she started thinking about a question that was often posed to her by others: how do you do it all? And for the first time, she decided to answer the question honestly in her own mind. “The answer brought tears to my eyes,” Stafford reveals. She was able to “do it all” because, she says, “I missed out on life. I missed out on the laughing, the playing and the memory making. I would often say to my children, ‘Not now – Mommy’s busy.’ And I realized that they were only going to be little once. I realized that I should be giving them all of my energy and focus. I

should be nurturing these precious people. That was such an impactful moment. And that day, I started my first step to living hands free.”

Stafford knew that the journey ahead would not be easy. She had so many distractions, both tangible and

intangible. From her ringing phone and hectic schedule to the need to have an immaculate home, she felt like she was addicted to being busy. So Stafford made a list of the immediate distractions in her life and created a strategy for

how to deal with them. It was as simple – and as challenging – as making small changes at first: giving her kids an undistracted goodbye in the morning, fully listening to her husband tell her about his day, taking 10 minutes to play with her daughters (even when there were dishes in the sink). And she kept a notebook documenting the moments she would have missed. She didn’t tell anyone what she was doing, but her family noticed a difference – even though they couldn’t pinpoint what it was. She felt the difference in her own life as well. Three months into her journey, she explained it to her husband, and he encouraged her to share her story. Stafford launched her blog, Hands Free Mama, in 2010. In it, she shared anecdotes about and tips for letting go of distractions and living hands free. “There were crickets at first,” she muses. “And I was scared. I was telling people that I’m not perfect.” In time, she began to strike a chord.

� anks to a May 2012 blog posted entitled “How to Miss a Childhood,” Hands Free Mama went viral. � e post garnered three million hits, and Staff ord’s readership exploded. Today, her blog draws two million readers per month, and her Hands Free Revolution Facebook page boasts a quarter of a million fans – women and men,

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mothers and fathers, married and single, young and old. And her work has been featured in USA Today and Reader’s Digest, as well as on sites like TIME.com, PBS.com and The Huffington Post, among many others. “I still can’t

wrap my brain around it. I didn’t understand the impact this message could have on other people’s lives,” Stafford states. “The media perpetuates an idea, especially with women, where we see them fit, smiling, working at

or outside the home and balancing it all beautifully. We’re held to this standard. So we compare and compete. And it’s hard to be the one to say, ‘I’m struggling.’ But you’re not the only one. And it’s a big sigh of relief when

we can just be more real with each other. We need to give ourselves permission to fulfill our hearts and connect to what matters.”

A lifelong writer, Stafford decided to pen a book based on her blog. By the time she had written the third chapter, she landed literary agent Sandra Bishop, who got Stafford a publishing deal with HarperCollins Christian Publishing. On Sept. 8, the company will release her second book, “Hands Free Life: 9 Habits for Overcoming Distraction, Living Better, and Loving More.” In it, Stafford discusses how to

Don’t let your loved ones leave the house without a proper goodbye, including a hug and a kiss. To remind her family, Stafford’s youngest daughter made a sign for their door:XOXO before you go.

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acquire a new perspective and live a life of significance. It’s something she felt compelled to write. “I am in a completely different place than I was when I wrote ‘Hands Free Mama,’” she observes. “I’ve cultivated these enduring habits, and I’ve had a whole perspective change. I realized that I was able to see things that other people couldn’t. And I can share this even deeper and more meaningful process.”

Stafford also can share her incredible success with her husband and daughters, now 12 and 9. The family typically moves every five to six years for her husband’s job, and just over a year ago, his career brought them to the metro Atlanta area. For Stafford, it’s the perfect location for a hands free life. “We love it here,” she says. “Saturday is a big hands free day for us, and there’s always something fun to do. We’ll go to a festival, a concert or a park. It’s amazing.” And at her husband’s suggestion, they purchased a bike rack for their car and now explore the area’s many bike trails whenever possible. “We have seen so many beautiful parts of Georgia by bike,” she adds. “It’s so wonderful.”

What has truly allowed Stafford to enjoy those moments is her ability to set boundaries in her still increasingly busy life. For instance, when NPR requested an interview during her hands free time, she turned down the opportunity; she had promised to take her girls to the pool, and she did. “I don’t regret that decision,”

she reveals. “If I can’t be true to my message, then what good am I?” She also wants to be a role model for her daughters by staying true to her word. She continues, “I hope my daughters see that I lost my way for a while, but by God’s grace, I used that difficult period to help others get back to what really matters. One person can make a difference. I want them to use their failings to learn. I want them to chase their dreams. And I want them to be able to authentically connect with others.”

Connecting is something Stafford has done in spades. And when she reaches out, she is steadfast in her message. “No matter how dismal life is now, no matter how many opportunities you have missed, today can be different,” she concludes. “With the habits of a hands free life, you can bring joy back into your life and connection back into your relationships. Always remember that today matters more than yesterday.”

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family and leave your phone

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the room.

◊ Ask your child, “What do

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then do it.

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What can you expect when you visit my of� ce for treatment of urinary incontinence? You can expect loving attention and care, extensive knowledge of gynecologic pathology, diligence and thorough investigation by examination and other diagnostic techniques. Additional methods of diagnosis may be used as needed and followed by careful selection and implementation of the best strategy to correct the condition.

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Have you experienced occasional or frequent urine loss? It can happen when you laugh, or sneeze, or cough. It can occur when you wait too long to use the lady’s room. Urinary incontinence causes anxiety and embarrassment for millions of women.

What causes urinary incontinence? Some women are genetically predisposed to this condition. Others might have medical conditions that can cause the problem. Pregnancy, heavy lifting, incorrect performance of pelvic � oor exercises, use of medications that result in higher urinary production, and poor urinary habits are also among the possible causes. On rare occasions, incontinence can be unmasked by surgical correction of adjacent defects.

Can incontinence be corrected without surgery? Absolutely, depending on the cause of the condition. Pelvic � oor exercises and medications can be extremely effective either alone or in combination with other forms of treatment. In fact, a relatively new device, called “InTone” can help patients experience exceptional results.

What is “InTone,” and how does it work? I discovered InTone for our patients approximately three years ago. InTone is an FDAapproved device that is placed vaginally at home by the patient for 12 minutes a day. We program the devices in the of� ce, setting them precisely for each individual patient, then teach patients how to use them. Within these 12 minutes at home, patients perform biofeedback-guided contractions and experience muscular stimulation by the device, which engages pelvic � oor musculature, tones it, and helps patients recognize the correct muscles to contract. Many of our patients see improvement within just two weeks. Out of over 100 patients that have undergone non-surgical pelvic � oor rehabilitation with InTone in our practice, surgery for urinary incontinence was needed for only 3 patients. Each of them improved, including women with previous pelvic � oor reconstructive surgery. What’s more, the device is 100% covered by Medicare and some other insurers, and guaranteed by the manufacturer. Again, no medication or surgery is required in a vast majority of cases.

Is surgery ever needed to correct the problem? Yes, mostly in cases of signi� cant structural problems not correctable by physical therapy with or without InTone. This involves cases with complex pelvic � oor defects (pelvic organ prolapse) or persistent urinary incontinence. Surgery can be performed with or without the meshes and are highly individualized depending on the patient’s needs.

What can you expect when you visit my of� ce for treatment of urinary incontinence? You can expect loving attention and care, extensive knowledge of gynecologic pathology, diligence, and thorough investigation by examination and other diagnostic techniques. Additional methods of diagnosis may be used as needed, followed by careful selection and implementation of the best strategy to correct the condition.

With much love,Assia Stepanian

P. S. Let us meet in October’s Women’s Issue to address Holistic and Minimally Invasive

Approaches to Gynecologic Surgery and Women’s Health.

Dr. Assia Stepanian grew up in Moscow, the daughter of two illustrious physicians. In fact, much of her training was supervised by her mother, Dr. Leila Adamyan, the developer of some of the most advanced techniques used today in the practice of Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery.

Dr. Stepanian has authored and coauthored articles, book chapters and classifi cations in gynecology. She has presented nationally and internationally. Her devotion to women’s health was exemplifi ed by her 2001 creation of the fi rst and the leading media resource with the focus of teaching minimally invasive gynecologic surgery worldwide.

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Is there more radiation dose?With the lower dose 3D mammography, very low X-ray energy is used during the exam, just about the same as a standard 2D digital

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Who can have a 3D mammogram exam?It is approved for all women who would be undergoing a standard mammogram, in both the screening and diagnostic settings.

What is the difference between a screening and a diagnostic mammogram?A screening mammogram is your annual mammogram that is done every year. Sometimes the radiologist may ask you to come back for follow-up images, called a diagnostic mammogram, to rule out an unclear area in the breast or if there is a breast complaint that needs to be evaluated. Diagnostic mammogram focuses on the area of abnormality or the area of complaint. It is important to have the original images available if you go to a different facility for your follow-up exam.Please call Diagnostic Radiology Ultrasound & Breast Center at (404) 252-3430 to schedule your lower dose 3D mammogram.

The American Cancer Society says that one in eight women will develop breast cancer in her lifetime. The stage at which breast cancer

survival rate is 98 percent.1

3D mammography is an advanced, clinically proven screening and diagnostic tool designed for early breast cancer detection.With conventional digital mammography, the radiologist is viewing all the complexities of the breast in one image. Sometimes breast tissue can overlap, giving the illusion of an abnormal area, or hide a small cancer.During the 3D mammogram, the X-ray arm sweeps over the breast taking multiple low dose images. Then, a computer produces a 3D image in one millimeter slices, decreasing tissue overlap. With the new C-View™ software, the 3D data is used to create the 2D images, eliminating the need for an additional X-ray exposure.

breast tomosynthesis combined with 2D mammography provides: • Greater than 25 percent improvement

40 percent more invasive cancers than conventional 2D mammography alone.3-5

• Better visualization of masses, distortions and asymmetric densities.6

1 BREAST CANCER FACTS & FIGURES 2011, AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY. 2 RAFFERTY E, PARK J, PHILPOTTS L, ET AL. “ASSESSING RADIOLOGIST PERFORMANCE USING COMBINED DIGITAL MAMMOGRAPHY AND BREAST TOMOSYNTHESIS COMPARED WITH DIGITAL MAMMOGRAPHY ALONE: RESULTS OF A MULTICENTER, MULTIREADER TRIAL.” RADIOLOGY. 2013 JAN; 266(1):104-13. EPUB 2012 NOV 20. 3 SKAANE P, BANDOS A, GULLIEN R, ET AL. “COMPARISON OF DIGITAL MAMMOGRAPHY ALONE AND DIGITAL MAMMOGRAPHY PLUS TOMOSYNTHESIS IN A POPULATION-BASED SCREENING PROGRAM.” RADIOLOGY. 2013 APR; 267(1):47-56. EPUB 2013 JAN 7. 4 CIATTO S, HOUSSAMI N, BERNARDI D, ET AL. “INTEGRATION OF 3D DIGITAL MAMMOGRAPHY WITH TOMOSYNTHESIS FOR POPULATION BREAST-CANCER SCREENING (STORM): A PROSPECTIVE COMPARISON STUDY” THE LANCET ONCOLOGY. EPUB 2013 APR 25. 5 ROSE S, TIDWELL A, BUJNOCK L, ET AL. “IMPLEMENTATION OF BREAST TOMOSYNTHESIS IN A ROUTINE SCREENING PRACTICE: AN OBSERVATIONAL STUDY.” AMERICAN JOURNAL OF ROENTENGENOLOGY. 2013 JUN; 200(6): 1401-1408. EPUB 2013 MAY 22. 6 ZULEY M, BANDOS A, GANOTT M, ET AL. “DIGITAL BREAST TOMOSYNTHESIS VERSUS SUPPLEMENTAL DIAGNOSTIC MAMMOGRAPHIC VIEWS FOR EVALUATION OF NONCALCIFIED BREAST LESIONS.” RADIOLOGY. 2013 JAN; 266(1):89-95. EPUB 2012 NOV 9. 7 CONANT E, GAVENONIS S, WEINSTEIN S, ET AL. “EARLY IMPLEMENTATION OF DIGITAL BREAST TOMOSYNTHESIS: COMPARISON OF CALL-BACK AND CANCER DETECTION RATES IN A CLINICAL SCREENING PRACTICE.” (PAPER PRESENTED AT THE ANNUAL MEETING OF THE RADIOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF NORTH AMERICA, CHICAGO, IL, NOVEMBER 2012).

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Unlike traditional braces or retainers, Invisalign is the modern approach commonly used to straighten teeth. These smooth,

comfortable plastic trays are removable,

with these answers to frequently asked questions about Invisalign.

HOW DOES INVISALIGN WORK? Upon visiting your dentist, each set of virtually invisible Invisalign aligners are

the treatment process. With no metal brackets or wires to be tightened, until treatment is complete, each set of new aligners will be used every two weeks to shift tooth position.

HOW LONG IS TREATMENT? In most cases, the average length of time needed to straighten teeth for adults is 12 months. For teens, the treatment

your doctor. Regular appointments with your dentist will ensure progression of your treatment.

EXPERT CONNECT

Sponsored by: Lemons Dental | 4060 Johns Creek Pkwy Bldg B | Suwanee, GA 30024 | (678) 293-9956 | www.lemonsdental.com

DR. TERRY J. LEMONSLemons Dental

Dr. Terry J. Lemons is founder and president of Lemons Dental.

As one of Atlanta’s premier cosmetic and general dentists,

he has treated thousands of patients here in Atlanta, the

Southeastern and Midwestern parts of the United States and

from Europe.

Dr. Lemons graduated from Indiana University Dental School

in 1989 and Emory University General Practice Residency in 1990. He has practiced in

Johns Creek, GA since 1996. Spanning his 26 year career, he has encountered every form of cosmetic dentistry and enjoys

developing end results that are in harmony with a patient’s

face and that enhance a natural appearance.

Invisalign THE ALTERNATIVE TO TRADITIONAL BRACES

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF INVISALIGN? Compared to other suggested teeth-strengthening procedures, Invisalign offers

Convenience Comfort Virtually invisible Pain-free Removable Fewer visits to the dentist Treats a wide array cases (overbite, underbite, crowding, spacing, crossbite)

HOW DO I CORRECTLY CARE FOR MY ALIGNERS? To ensure optimum cleanliness of your aligners, regularly brush and rinse them in lukewarm water.

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER TREATMENT? Once treatment is complete, retainers will be worn at night for one year. This will help maintain the proper alignment

new position.

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A Better Mammogram

Sponsored by: Diagnostic Radiology Ultrasound & Breast Center | 755 Mt. Vernon Highway, Suite #310 | Atlanta, GA 30328Phone: (404) 252-3430 | www.mammogramatlanta.com

CAROLYN G. DUDLEY, MDDIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGY

ULTRASOUND & BREAST CENTER

Carolyn G. Dudley has over 30 years’ experience in breast imaging. She

attended Bryn Mawr College, Howard University and completed her Diagnostic

Radiology residency at Saint Joseph Mercy Hospital in Pontiac, Michigan.

Board of Radiology and is a member of

the Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Honor Medical Society.

Dr. Dudley was one of the pioneers in developing techniques to diagnose

breast cancer utilizing MRI. Presently, she has a private practice in Atlanta,

Georgia where she offers patients a wide range of outpatient diagnostic services

in a convenient and patient-friendly

hospital facility in Georgia to offer the latest advancement in mammography:

3D Mammography (breast tomosynthesis). In addition, Dr. Dudley

provides 2D Digital Mammography, bone densitometry and ultrasound utilizing the

most up-to-date technology available.

EXCITING NEWSDiagnostic Radiology is pleased to

announce that beginning in January 2015 3D mammograms for Medicare patients are now covered by Medicare insurance.

• up to 40 percent. 5,7

• Lower dose and faster 3D mammography through C-View™ software, which uses 3D data to create 2D images, eliminating the 2D X-ray exposure and shorting the exam scan time.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSWhat should I expect during the 3D mammography screening exam?3D mammography is performed at the same time as the 2D mammogram with the same system. There is no additional compression required and the exam time may be just about the same or shorter than a 2D exam.

Is there more radiation dose?With the lower dose 3D mammography, very low X-ray energy is used during the exam, just about the same as a standard 2D digital

mammogram.

Who can have a 3D mammogram exam?It is approved for all women who would be undergoing a standard mammogram, in both the screening and diagnostic settings.

What is the difference between a screening and a diagnostic mammogram?A screening mammogram is your annual mammogram that is done every year. Sometimes the radiologist may ask you to come back for follow-up images, called a diagnostic mammogram, to rule out an unclear area in the breast or if there is a breast complaint that needs to be evaluated. Diagnostic mammogram focuses on the area of abnormality or the area of complaint. It is important to have the original images available if you go to a different facility for your follow-up exam.Please call Diagnostic Radiology Ultrasound & Breast Center at (404) 252-3430 to schedule your lower dose 3D mammogram.

The American Cancer Society says that one in eight women will develop breast cancer in her lifetime. The stage at which breast cancer

survival rate is 98 percent.1

3D mammography is an advanced, clinically proven screening and diagnostic tool designed for early breast cancer detection.With conventional digital mammography, the radiologist is viewing all the complexities of the breast in one image. Sometimes breast tissue can overlap, giving the illusion of an abnormal area, or hide a small cancer.During the 3D mammogram, the X-ray arm sweeps over the breast taking multiple low dose images. Then, a computer produces a 3D image in one millimeter slices, decreasing tissue overlap. With the new C-View™ software, the 3D data is used to create the 2D images, eliminating the need for an additional X-ray exposure.

breast tomosynthesis combined with 2D mammography provides: • Greater than 25 percent improvement

40 percent more invasive cancers than conventional 2D mammography alone.3-5

• Better visualization of masses, distortions and asymmetric densities.6

1 BREAST CANCER FACTS & FIGURES 2011, AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY. 2 RAFFERTY E, PARK J, PHILPOTTS L, ET AL. “ASSESSING RADIOLOGIST PERFORMANCE USING COMBINED DIGITAL MAMMOGRAPHY AND BREAST TOMOSYNTHESIS COMPARED WITH DIGITAL MAMMOGRAPHY ALONE: RESULTS OF A MULTICENTER, MULTIREADER TRIAL.” RADIOLOGY. 2013 JAN; 266(1):104-13. EPUB 2012 NOV 20. 3 SKAANE P, BANDOS A, GULLIEN R, ET AL. “COMPARISON OF DIGITAL MAMMOGRAPHY ALONE AND DIGITAL MAMMOGRAPHY PLUS TOMOSYNTHESIS IN A POPULATION-BASED SCREENING PROGRAM.” RADIOLOGY. 2013 APR; 267(1):47-56. EPUB 2013 JAN 7. 4 CIATTO S, HOUSSAMI N, BERNARDI D, ET AL. “INTEGRATION OF 3D DIGITAL MAMMOGRAPHY WITH TOMOSYNTHESIS FOR POPULATION BREAST-CANCER SCREENING (STORM): A PROSPECTIVE COMPARISON STUDY” THE LANCET ONCOLOGY. EPUB 2013 APR 25. 5 ROSE S, TIDWELL A, BUJNOCK L, ET AL. “IMPLEMENTATION OF BREAST TOMOSYNTHESIS IN A ROUTINE SCREENING PRACTICE: AN OBSERVATIONAL STUDY.” AMERICAN JOURNAL OF ROENTENGENOLOGY. 2013 JUN; 200(6): 1401-1408. EPUB 2013 MAY 22. 6 ZULEY M, BANDOS A, GANOTT M, ET AL. “DIGITAL BREAST TOMOSYNTHESIS VERSUS SUPPLEMENTAL DIAGNOSTIC MAMMOGRAPHIC VIEWS FOR EVALUATION OF NONCALCIFIED BREAST LESIONS.” RADIOLOGY. 2013 JAN; 266(1):89-95. EPUB 2012 NOV 9. 7 CONANT E, GAVENONIS S, WEINSTEIN S, ET AL. “EARLY IMPLEMENTATION OF DIGITAL BREAST TOMOSYNTHESIS: COMPARISON OF CALL-BACK AND CANCER DETECTION RATES IN A CLINICAL SCREENING PRACTICE.” (PAPER PRESENTED AT THE ANNUAL MEETING OF THE RADIOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF NORTH AMERICA, CHICAGO, IL, NOVEMBER 2012).

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P rostate cancer is the most common cancer affecting American men to date. And while symptoms can include

urinary and sexual problems, this slow-growing disease can easily go unnoticed. Stay healthy with these tips and regular checkups from your primary care physician.

WHAT ARE THE RISK FACTORS? • Age – Two-thirds of prostate cancers are found in men over the age of 65. The risk of contracting prostate cancer increases with age.

• Race – Found in men from diverse ethnicities, prostate cancer is most commonly found within African American men and Jamaican men of African heritage.

• Family History – Men with family history of prostate cancer are more likely to get it themselves, so they are encouraged to be examined beginning at age 45.

WHAT ABOUT SCREENING AND DIAGNOSIS? According to the American Cancer Society, men 55 years or older should be offered a digital rectal exam (DRE) and a blood test to check for levels of prostate

EXPERT CONNECT

Sponsored by: Atlanta Oncology Associates | (770) 255-7500 | www.atlantaoncology.comAlpharetta | Atlanta | Eastpoint | Greensboro | Hawkinsville | Macon | Over 15 Hospitals and Centers

CRAIG WILKINSON, MD Centers: Georgia Center for

Total Cancer Care at Preston Ridge

Medical Degree: University of Miami School of Medicine

Residency: University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital,

Department of Radiation Oncology and Department of Internal Medicine.

Special Interests:Radiation Oncology/Bracytherapy,

Breast Cancer, Prostate/Genitourinary Cancers, Lung Cancer, Head/Neck Cancers,

Gynecological Cancers, Lymphomas, Gastrointestinal Cancers, Central

Nervous System Cancers, Stereotactic Radiosurgery (Brain and

Extracranial), and Benign Disorders

Dr. Wilkinson is married and lives in the Alpharetta area with his family. He is active in the local

community and is involved in the cancer committees of the three local hospitals in the Alpharetta

area. He has also been an integral part in starting Tumor Board/

Multidisciplinary Conferences at two of the three local hospitals. Dr. Wilkinson enjoys playing intramural

sports, new “technology” (i.e. toys!), and traveling.

Prostate Cancer WHAT EVERY MAN NEEDS TO KNOW!

specific antigen (PSA). Signs to look for include:

the bladder) Painful urination

If your doctor suspects signs of prostate

in your PSA values , tissue will be taken from your prostate and examined under a microscope. This test is called biopsy.

HOW DO I TREAT PROSTATE CANCER? If diagnosed with prostate cancer, it is best to discuss treatment options with a radiation oncologist and a urologist. These doctors specialize in treating prostate cancer with radiation therapy or surgery. The treatment choice is ideally left up to the patient, but the doctors can provide guidance based on your

TREATMENT OPTIONS INCLUDE: Surgery External beam radiation therapy Prostate brachytherapy Hormone therapy Chemotherapy Cryosurgery Active Surveillance

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Y our face is your public façade. It reflects your genetics and life choices. Combine this with the social pressures to look your

best, and it quickly becomes apparent that one’s facial appearance can have deep psychological impact on self-confidence.

We are all hard-wired to recognize things

all possess that makes facial cosmetic procedures so demanding. Good results should go unnoticed, while bad results can be impossible to disguise.

EXPERT CONNECT

Sponsored by: Marietta Facial Plastic Surgery, Laser & Aesthetics Center | (770) 425-7575 | www.MariettaFacialPlastics.comMarietta Dermatology & The Skin Cancer Center | (770) 422-1013 | www.Mariettaderm.com

SETH A. YELLIN, MD, FACS Marietta Facial Plastic Surgery

Dr. Seth A. Yellin is founder and director of Marietta Facial Plastic

Surgery, Laser & Aesthetics Center. As one of Atlanta’s most well-respected and sought after

facial plastic surgeons, he has treated thousands of patients for

more than 20 years in practice, with the goal of making each and

every patient happy. Dr. Yellin is nationally renowned for his

expertise in creating a natural look when performing cosmetic and

reconstructive facial plastic surgery and 3D facial volumization. He

was Chief of Facial Plastic Surgery at Emory Healthcare from 1999

to 2011, and he has appeared on NBC, ABC, CBS, CNN and Fox

Television News to discuss facial aesthetic procedures.

Facial Plastic Surgery is Not Paint by Numbers TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE AND AESTHETIC VISION SPELL SUCCESS

When performing surgical or non-surgical facial rejuvenation, cosmetic rhinoplasty or facial reconstruction, the ultimate goal should be to create a natural, beautiful appearance. Achieving this goal consistently requires artistic vision, surgical talent, meticulous attention to detail and years of experience.

While facial plastic surgery can improve an individual’s appearance, the real power lies in its ability to enhance one’s

Choose your facial plastic surgeon wisely. Your face is worth it!

BEFORE AFTERDr. Yellin’s patient on whom he performed complete facial rejuvenation: injectable facial volume, upper eyelid blepharoplasty, lower eyelid tightening, a lower face and neck lift and CO2 laser skin resurfacing.

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P rostate cancer is the most common cancer affecting American men to date. And while symptoms can include

urinary and sexual problems, this slow-growing disease can easily go unnoticed. Stay healthy with these tips and regular checkups from your primary care physician.

WHAT ARE THE RISK FACTORS? • Age – Two-thirds of prostate cancers are found in men over the age of 65. The risk of contracting prostate cancer increases with age.

• Race – Found in men from diverse ethnicities, prostate cancer is most commonly found within African American men and Jamaican men of African heritage.

• Family History – Men with family history of prostate cancer are more likely to get it themselves, so they are encouraged to be examined beginning at age 45.

WHAT ABOUT SCREENING AND DIAGNOSIS? According to the American Cancer Society, men 55 years or older should be offered a digital rectal exam (DRE) and a blood test to check for levels of prostate

EXPERT CONNECT

Sponsored by: Atlanta Oncology Associates | (770) 255-7500 | www.atlantaoncology.comAlpharetta | Atlanta | Eastpoint | Greensboro | Hawkinsville | Macon | Over 15 Hospitals and Centers

CRAIG WILKINSON, MD Centers: Georgia Center for

Total Cancer Care at Preston Ridge

Medical Degree: University of Miami School of Medicine

Residency: University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital,

Department of Radiation Oncology and Department of Internal Medicine.

Special Interests:Radiation Oncology/Bracytherapy,

Breast Cancer, Prostate/Genitourinary Cancers, Lung Cancer, Head/Neck Cancers,

Gynecological Cancers, Lymphomas, Gastrointestinal Cancers, Central

Nervous System Cancers, Stereotactic Radiosurgery (Brain and

Extracranial), and Benign Disorders

Dr. Wilkinson is married and lives in the Alpharetta area with his family. He is active in the local

community and is involved in the cancer committees of the three local hospitals in the Alpharetta

area. He has also been an integral part in starting Tumor Board/

Multidisciplinary Conferences at two of the three local hospitals. Dr. Wilkinson enjoys playing intramural

sports, new “technology” (i.e. toys!), and traveling.

Prostate Cancer WHAT EVERY MAN NEEDS TO KNOW!

specific antigen (PSA). Signs to look for include:

the bladder) Painful urination

If your doctor suspects signs of prostate

in your PSA values , tissue will be taken from your prostate and examined under a microscope. This test is called biopsy.

HOW DO I TREAT PROSTATE CANCER? If diagnosed with prostate cancer, it is best to discuss treatment options with a radiation oncologist and a urologist. These doctors specialize in treating prostate cancer with radiation therapy or surgery. The treatment choice is ideally left up to the patient, but the doctors can provide guidance based on your

TREATMENT OPTIONS INCLUDE: Surgery External beam radiation therapy Prostate brachytherapy Hormone therapy Chemotherapy Cryosurgery Active Surveillance

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Y our face is your public façade. It reflects your genetics and life choices. Combine this with the social pressures to look your

best, and it quickly becomes apparent that one’s facial appearance can have deep psychological impact on self-confidence.

We are all hard-wired to recognize things

all possess that makes facial cosmetic procedures so demanding. Good results should go unnoticed, while bad results can be impossible to disguise.

EXPERT CONNECT

Sponsored by: Marietta Facial Plastic Surgery, Laser & Aesthetics Center | (770) 425-7575 | www.MariettaFacialPlastics.comMarietta Dermatology & The Skin Cancer Center | (770) 422-1013 | www.Mariettaderm.com

SETH A. YELLIN, MD, FACS Marietta Facial Plastic Surgery

Dr. Seth A. Yellin is founder and director of Marietta Facial Plastic

Surgery, Laser & Aesthetics Center. As one of Atlanta’s most well-respected and sought after

facial plastic surgeons, he has treated thousands of patients for

more than 20 years in practice, with the goal of making each and

every patient happy. Dr. Yellin is nationally renowned for his

expertise in creating a natural look when performing cosmetic and

reconstructive facial plastic surgery and 3D facial volumization. He

was Chief of Facial Plastic Surgery at Emory Healthcare from 1999

to 2011, and he has appeared on NBC, ABC, CBS, CNN and Fox

Television News to discuss facial aesthetic procedures.

Facial Plastic Surgery is Not Paint by Numbers TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE AND AESTHETIC VISION SPELL SUCCESS

When performing surgical or non-surgical facial rejuvenation, cosmetic rhinoplasty or facial reconstruction, the ultimate goal should be to create a natural, beautiful appearance. Achieving this goal consistently requires artistic vision, surgical talent, meticulous attention to detail and years of experience.

While facial plastic surgery can improve an individual’s appearance, the real power lies in its ability to enhance one’s

Choose your facial plastic surgeon wisely. Your face is worth it!

BEFORE AFTERDr. Yellin’s patient on whom he performed complete facial rejuvenation: injectable facial volume, upper eyelid blepharoplasty, lower eyelid tightening, a lower face and neck lift and CO2 laser skin resurfacing.

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That half-empty bottle of oxycodone in the back of your medicine cabinet may be more dangerous than you think. Prescription narcotic medications play an important role in pain management after injury or surgery, but for many people, use of prescription

medication doesn’t end when the injury heals. Misuse, abuse, addiction and overdose are all risks associated with access to prescription medication. Proper storage and disposal of medications, along with education on the risks and warning signs of addiction, can help prevent your medicine cabinet from becoming a gateway to drug abuse.

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Prescription Drug AbuseAbuse of prescription medication is more common than most people think. In fact, drug overdose (including both illegal and prescription drugs) has eclipsed car accidents as the leading cause of accidental death in the U.S. � e National Institute on Drug Abuse reports that up to 20 percent of people over age 12 have used prescription drugs for reasons other than those prescribed at least once in their life. Trust for America’s Health, which compiles national public health statistics, ranks Georgia as having the 36th highest drug overdose mortality rate in the U.S., with nearly 11 people per 100,000 dying from overdose.

“Non-medical abuse of prescription drugs has continued to increase each year at least by a percentage point,” says Chris Hinds, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in practice in Marietta for over 30 years. “According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services

Administration, which has the best epidemiological survey data, [in] 2013 there were at least 1.5 million young people ages 12 and older who initiated use with prescription pain relievers. It’s those prescription drugs and things in medicine cabinets that seem to, year after year, be keeping pace with cannabis and alcohol. � at’s defi nitely a problem.”

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Who’s At Risk?While the causes for addiction vary from person to person, many prescription drug abusers share common risk factors. Men have a higher risk of developing a prescription drug abuse than women. Individuals with chronic pain, such as from an injury or neurological disorder, are at elevated risk. Genetics can also play a role; those with a history of opioid addiction in one or both parents are more likely to develop an addiction themselves. Drug addiction often occurs in conjunction with other mental health issues, and it may involve patients misusing medication prescribed for anxiety or other mental illness along with pain medications.

“� e majority of my clients are people who have anxiety, stress or depression,” says Dr. Clarence Massie, Jr., a professor of psychology at Georgia Perimeter College and counselor at Assurance DUI School. � roughout his 15 years of experience working with substance abuse clients, he

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Watch for the Warning Signs Prescription drug abuse manifests through physical and psychological symptoms. Some physical warning signs of opioid use include constricted or “pinned” pupils, slurred speech, sedation or sleepiness, confusion, euphoric behavior, itching and nausea. Opiates can also cause depressed respiration, which in the event of overdose can lead to death.

Some of the psychological symptoms are just as telling, such as preoccupation with the medication or feeling panicked when medication becomes inaccessible. Crystal Bradshaw, with Synergy Counseling Innovations, gives the example of a

woman who became “extremely aggressive to staff , yelling and making a huge scene in front of other clients because we would not prescribe her child ADHD meds. � e child did not exhibit symptoms or signs of ADHD – we believe the mother was seeking the prescription for herself.”

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The Danger of OverdosePrescription drug use in teens can escalate as teens develop a tolerance, sometimes transitioning to crushing and snorting or injecting oxycodone, according to Hinds. Heroin use, often as an escalation from prescription narcotic abuse, is also becoming more prevalent among Atlanta youth.

Luckily, many overdose deaths from this escalating usage can now be prevented. Governor Nathan Deal signed the Georgia 911 Medical Amnesty Law in 2014, providing legal protection to overdose victims or those seeking emergency assistance on their behalf in the event of a drug overdose. � e law also off ers better access to the life-saving medication naloxone (Narcan), which counteracts the eff ects of narcotic/opioid overdose. Georgia Overdose Prevention, a grassroots group dedicated to reducing overdose death, can help volunteers receiving training in the use of naloxone

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ACETAMINOPHEN (Tylenol) – This popular pain reliever has a low risk of interaction with other medications, but can cause liver damage in high doses. Because many narcotic pain medications also contain acetaminophen, it should not be used in conjunction with prescription pain medications due to risk of overdose. Acetaminophen is the safest OTC pain medication for use during pregnancy.

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OVARIAN CANCERThough Mom may be the only one in the family to be at risk for an ovarian cancer diagnosis, it has the potential to affect husbands and kids too. Doug Barron and Chase Powell know that firsthand. After women in their lives experienced the disease, they each became dedicated to ovarian cancer awareness.

Doug BarronBarron’s mother-in-law, Wendy Sheron, passed away in 2007 from ovarian cancer. Barron says, “I knew I had to do something.” He joined Georgia Ovarian Cancer Alliance’s board of directors in 2008, becoming executive director in 2010. “Looking back at the time leading up to her being diagnosed brings anger and frustration, which fuels my drive and passion for the GOCA mission. The risks and symptoms were right there in front of us – silent, yet shouting. We just didn’t know what to look for. She is the reason I am so dedicated to educating women of all ages about the risks and symptoms of ovarian cancer.” Barron says his mission, and that of GOCA itself, can be summed up in this phrase: “Until there’s a test, awareness is best.”

Chase PowellPowell’s own mother, Lorraine Powell, sat on the board of directors for Georgia Ovarian Cancer Alliance. She had the disease herself and threw her support behind GOCA because, as she said, “Until people know what ovarian cancer is, no one is going to really put forth the effort in finding a cure.” She focused on education because she herself didn’t know the symptoms until she had the disease. After she passed away, her son Chase became involved with GOCA and is now the program manager of the Georgia Ovarian Cancer Alliance. “I needed to do my part in getting the risks and symptoms of ovarian cancer out to the public,” he says.

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MYTH: Most women get the “baby blues.” New moms should just deal with it themselves, and it will go away. Sometimes mood swings, anxiety and irritability persist and worsen after the first two weeks post delivery. Dr. Goldsmith says, “After that 14-day mark, a woman should for the most part return to her previous functioning. If she does not return to ‘normal,’ then reaching out for help is appropriate.If a woman has thoughts about harming herself or someone else, we have moved well beyond the realm of the baby blues, and she needs immediate help.”

MYTH: New moms can just “snap out of it” if they try hard enough.Dr. Goldsmith says, “I believe that’s the number one misconception.” In reality, she explains, it’s “a strong support network” that helps get women past postpartum depression, not the mom white-knuckling through it alone. “Having people to help you, to answer questions and to remind you to take a nap can be vital to feeling well.” Beyond that support, Dr. Goldsmith adds, “Medication and therapy have been shown to be very beneficial.”

MYTH: New moms shouldn’t share their experiences.On the contrary, Dr. Goldsmith says, talking about the experience of postpartum depression can be a huge help. “Say it out loud,” she encourages. “Reach out to your obstetrician or midwife. Often they can get the ball rolling with treatment.” She also recommends taking to social media to connect. “There is an amazing blog called Postpartum Progress, and Postpartum Support International has a very active Facebook page. Women can get support any time of the day or night with these tools.”

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JOINT REPLACEMENTIf you’ve got a creaky knee or a shoulder giving you trouble, you’re not alone. Dr. Nathan Jove, an orthopedic surgeon at DeKalb Medical, answered your most pressing joint replacement questions so you can get back to moving and living how you really want to.

My knee/hip/shoulder has been painful for a while now, but I’m not ready for surgery yet. What non-surgical treatments are there for joint pain? Currently, treatments that are strongly supported by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) include physical therapy, weight loss, cortisone (steroid) injections and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).

I’m in pain and open to the idea of surgery. Should I dive right in? In order to have a joint replacement, you usually must first try physical therapy, anti-inflammatories and some forms of injections to have insurance approve it. In the end, a joint replacement is for when you can’t do the things you want to do on a daily basis. If you want to walk two miles per day but walk 200 feet then stop because of pain, and if your knee hurts constantly to the point where you’re willing to undergo surgery to fix it, you are probably the best candidate.

Am I too old to have a joint replacement surgery? If a person can’t do the things he or she wants to because of joint problems, age should not be a deterring factor. I have done a joint replacement in someone under 25 years old and another in someone over the age of 95. We are performing surgery in older patients more frequently, with better anesthetics, and with better pre-surgical and postsurgical management by medical doctors. Thus we are having safer and better outcomes for those older than 80.

How long will a replacement joint last? Many people think the surgical components don’t last a long time after surgery. The good news, however, is that components are lasting longer. We have 15 to 17 years of data with over 90 percent satisfaction, and with the higher-end materials, we are expecting components to last longer than ever. These new advances in materials, including vitamin E plastics and ceramics, are the most promising surfaces for long-term implant survival, and DeKalb Medical is at the forefront of letting their surgeons use these.

What are the pros and cons of joint replacement? The cons or main concerns related to the surgery are blood clots and blood clots that travel to the lung called pulmonary emboli. For this, we have all patients on blood thinners in the post-operative period. We are concerned with infection as well, which is why we place all patients on antibiotics prior to surgery and continue it for 24 hours after surgery. The pros are restored mobility, decreased pain, less stiffness, better motion, ability to walk longer distances and patients feeling like they no longer have to limp because of pain.

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Sept. 12RACE FOR SURVIVORS 5K RUN/WALK Atlanta Medical Center hosts this second annual event benefiting Sisters by Choice, a breast cancer support group. atlantamedcenter.com

A NIGHT UNDER THE STARS Head to the Clarion Hotel Ballroom tonight to raise money for The Hailey Bankhead Foundation to support families with children battling cancer. haileybankheadfoundation.org

TEAL TROT 5KWalk in Piedmont Park

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Sept. 18-19HOPE FLIES CATCH THE CURE

Dance, drink and dine at the Buckhead Theatre to support the Foundation for Mitochondrial Medicine’s research. mitochondrialdiseases.org

Sept. 19ATLANTA’S BEST CELLARS DINNER Taste wine from the best private wine cellars across Atlanta at

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Sept. 2117TH ANNUAL MARLOW’S TAVERN GOLF CLASSIC This golf tournament at the Country Club of Roswell also features contests on the green, a silent auction and an awards dinner to benefit Special Olympics Georgia. specialolympicsga.org

Sept. 24KAISER PERMANENTE CORPORATE RUN/WALKEvery year, this 5K at Turner Field gets more than 16,000 runners and walkers moving with their coworkers. Join in the fun by registering today, and plan to attend the Healthy Living Expo before the race. A portion of proceeds benefits The Atlanta Braves Foundation, Atlanta Community Food Bank and Back on My Feet.

Sept. 26WALK TO END ALZHEIMER’S ATLANTA

Join hundreds in the Pinnacle Lot in Atlantic Station to complete a 5K walk to support the Alzheimer’s Association. georgiawalk.org

GARDEN OF EDEN BALLThis black-tie gala features an incredible evening filled with dinner and dancing to support the Atlanta Botanical Garden. atlantabg.org

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Atlanta Smiles and Wellness ...................19

Golsen Family Dentistry ...........................59

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Lemons Dental ........................................38

Smiles on Peachtree ...............................24

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Gardner Dermatology & Med Spa...........5

Lotus Medical Wellness ...........................21

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CHOA’s Strong Legs Run .........................45

Kaiser Permanente Corporate Run/Walk .................................................46

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You likely wouldn’t bat an eye if we told you that recent UGA grad Carden Wyckoff has interests and desires just like many young adults: graduating college, catching favorite artists at Piedmont Park music festivals and joining her brother in Spartan Races. But when you realize she has muscular dystrophy (specifically a type called

fascioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy, also known as FSH or FSHD) you start to understand what an impressive young woman she really is.

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Tell us a little bit about FSHD.FSHD is a degenerative muscular disease that affects primarily the face,

shoulder and arm muscles and ends up attacking all smooth muscle in the body. Currently, there is no treatment or cure. Carrying out day-to-day tasks

is challenging and takes time. I cannot lift more than five pounds. Walking and using stairs are difficult, and I tire very easily.

What helps you be your best self?�e nature of my degenerative disease drives me to be my best self. Knowing

that I probably won’t be able to do something in three months or a year makes me get out of bed in the morning and advocate for change.

What are some ways you give back to the community?During my tenure at UGA, I volunteered at the Athens Area Humane Society

and Athens Regional Hospital. In addition, I am a goodwill ambassador for the FSH Society and a disability rights advocate. At UGA, I lobbied for six curb

cuts to be installed on campus, a ramped sidewalk going from a bus stop to the top of North campus and a temporary platform at the UGA Arch to allow all

students to partake in the century-long tradition of passing through it.

What is your favorite quote?“Be the change you wish you see in the world.” – Gandhi

Tell us more about your push to make UGA’s Arch more accessible.In January 2014, Khaled Alsafadi approached me about his dream to make the UGA Arch wheelchair accessible. We launched the “Make UGA’s Arch

Accessible” Facebook campaign early February, and it went viral on campus. By the end of April, the administration granted the first ever temporary

platform the day following commencement so that all students, regardless of their mobility, could partake in the tradition of passing through the Arch.

�e administration denied a permanent solution, but this has only fueled my passion to keep fighting.

Tell us about your rececnt Spartan Race with your brother Spencer.I piggybacked on my brother all five miles of the race to raise awareness for

FSHD. I have never seen a more supportive community in my life. One of the obstacles was to vertically climb a muddy mountain, which was easily 100 feet, with only the assistance of cargo nets and rope. Five supporters surrounded and

braced us to assist us all the way up, and once we reached the top, we had a huge standing ovation from other Spartans cheering us on and asking about our

cause. It was truly an amazing feeling.

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