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Dental & Mouth Concerns Each year, over four million people-many of them adults-are fitted for braces. If you have any of the following dental problems, you may be a likely candidate for braces. * Crowded or crooked teeth. * Buckteeth, misaligned teeth, or lower teeth that protrude. * Poor bite or wide spaces between teeth. […]
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Skin Conditions Age spots are skin blemishes that come with aging. All age spots are generally harmless. They are more a cosmetic issue than a medical one. It is important, though, to distinguish them from skin cancer. Signs & Symptoms * Small or large, flat, freckle-like marks that are different shades of brown (liver spots).
Brain & Nervous System Many people are afraid that growing old means losing the ability to think, reason, or remember. Some short-term memory loss does come with aging. You may, for example, forget where you put your keys or not remember the name of a person you just met. This is normal. Memory lapses that
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Eye Conditions Growing older does not always mean you see poorly. But you may not see as well as you did before. Common changes that affect your eyes are: * “Aging Eyes.” The medical term for this is presbyopia (prez-bee-OH-pea-ah). This comes on slowly after age 40. Close objects or small print are harder to
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Dental & Mouth Concerns Whiter teeth, fresher breath, fewer cavities. Who could ask for more from toothpaste? Some dental products make additional claims. Here’s a short guide to ingredients and product claims to help you decide which toothpaste is best for your teeth. (Note: Choose products with the American Dental Association (ADA) Seal of Acceptance
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General Health Conditions An allergy is an immune system problem to a substance (allergen) that is normally harmless. An allergen can be inhaled, swallowed, or come in contact with the skin. Signs & Symptoms For Common Allergies * Sneezing. Watery eyes. Cold symptoms that last longer than 10 days without a fever. Dark circles under
