By Dr. Shelia Shah Macon Smiles Snoring may seem like a harmless sleeping habit, but it may be having a more significant impact on your daily life than you think. Commonly referred to as “sleep apnea,” snoring is basically a condition where your airways collapse, shrink or are blocked, preventing you from getting enough air […]
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Yoga in the park offered in Tattnall Square Park
Staff Writer Macon Community News Starting Wednesday, May 8th, from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM, local yoga teachers will lead you through an all-levels class from beginners to seasoned yogis. The classes are every Wednesday at Tattnall Square Park, and although there is no set fee to participate, donations are requested. Instructors Tia Pike, Jenni […]
February is Children’s Dental Health Month
By Dr. Shelia Shah Macon Smiles When your child’s teeth begin erupting between 3 and 16 months (usually around 6 months), clean them by wiping with a moist washcloth. Dr. Sheila Shah, DMD A first dental visit used to be recommended at 3 years of age. However, because so many children have cavities by the […]
Don’t let guilt keep you from dental checkups
By Dr. Shelia Shah Macon Smiles Feeling guilty about how long it has been since you last saw a dentist? How long HAS it been? Do you avoid this vital part of your family’s health? Dr. Sheila Shah, DMD Let’s face it. You know you should. But often you don’t. Yet there’s no need to […]
Wesleyan College’s Mathews Athletic Center invites all Middle Georgians to experience Chinese qigong
By Kathy Malone Wesleyan College Yoga has become a well-accepted method to combine movement with mindfulness. In addition to Yoga, Qigong and Tai Chi are popular among Body and Brain practice on A campus of Wesleyan College in Macon. Tai Chi has been around Wesleyan for many years when Lisa Pang introduced the practice to […]
Org helps Parkinson patients
By Gil Thelen Me-Over-PD Foundation The Me-Over-PD Foundation (MOPD) seeks Middle Georgia Parkinson’s Disease sufferers willing to wage total war against their condition. Four dozen area Parkies worked together in 2018 to learn about, and take effective action against, the neurological malady. The group is ongoing, meeting quarterly. I am president of MOPD, a Middle […]
Sour candies pose risk of tooth enamel damage : Risk greatest when consumed before bedtime
By Shelia Shah Macon Smiles With all the candy coming from October’s Halloween holiday harvest, it can be an excellent time to consider some hard facts about your teeth – which may not be as “hard” as you think. Teeth are susceptible to wear and to erosion associated with acidic candies. In addition to traditional […]
Temporomandibular Disorder can cause headaches, facial pain
By Dr. Shelia Shah Do you suffer from persistent headaches? Do you ever experience facial pain, perhaps have difficulty with chewing, or have soreness or sounds coming from around the jaw joint near or in front of your ear? If so, you are not alone. Some studies estimate that 20-30% of people complain of Temporomandibular […]
Chronic venous insufficiency is common, treatable
By Kate Reid Central Georgia Vein Center Vein disease is incredibly common — and manageable. But if left untreated, what starts as a small issue can lead to potentially dangerous complications. Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) is a medical condition in which a person’s veins are unable to transport blood from the legs back to the […]
Back to school is a good time for a dental checkup
By Dr. Shelia Shah Math and reading aren’t the only important skills which can affect your child for a lifetime. A healthy smile gives your child confidence and added social acceptance, increasing their chance for a successful future. Parents sometimes fail to recognize the value of starting dental care at an early age. Perhaps it’s […]
Health: Routine dental visits can uncover other sometimes serious medical conditions such as sleep apnea
By Dr. Sheila Shah Is there a snorer in your house? Have you been looking for an answer to your sleepless nights? Are you tired of your family complaining that you keep them awake “sawing logs”? There are real solutions to your snoring problems. Snoring is a sign of the upper airway being partially obstructed […]
Georgia Wellness and Fitness Festival Coming in September
Guest post by Charise Stephens Macon-Bibb County has long been known as the “Heart of Georgia” because of our geographic location in the middle of the state, our rich heritage of music being created in this historic city, and our vibrant artistic community. Now, Macon is on its way to getting a new name –“Fit […]
Dental veneers protect teeth but still need proper care and maintenance
Guest post by Dr. Shelia Shah Dental veneers are a popular cosmetic treatment. But often, patients aren’t sure what the care and maintenance procedures are after getting veneers. In case you are considering veneers or already have them and were wondering, we thought we’d offer some helpful information. First, let’s get one thing on the […]