‘ At the top of the list for safe summer ghtseemg and sporting: quality sunâ€" lasses. They reduce brightness and lare, protect against potentially eyeâ€" rritating winds, reduce tension and atigue and reduce the chances of the un temporarily "bleaching" the inside f the eye and interfering with its ability adapt to nighttime darkness, which be a real danger for those who like 0 sail at night. Look for sunglasses that: screen out 75 to 90 per cent of availâ€" ble light; provide nearly 100 per cent protection om UV radiation; + have a medium or darkâ€"gray tint, which does not interfere with color sion Vare free of distortions, which can alter ï¬athlete’s vision ever so slightly and y ssibly interfere with sports perforâ€" ‘mance. Adults may begin orthodontic treatâ€" . ment at any time. Orthodontics can improve your appearance, give you , selfâ€"confidence and align your bite, hence relieving stress not only on your / teeth, but also your facial, jaw and ‘ head muscles. ADVERTISING FEATURE The time to begin orthodontic treatâ€" ment depends on the patient. Adults and children may begin this procedure at different times, depending on their individual needs. Interceptive treatment in children may begin as early as age seven, if teeth are erupting in unusual positions or if the jaw is not developing properâ€" ly. In these cases, interceptive steps can be taken to make later treatment easier. If the problem is simply poor tooth alignment, treatment should be delayed until all the permanent teeth have erupted. One must also rememâ€" ber that girls‘ teeth can erupt up to two years before boys‘. What are glycolic peels? _ Glycolic acid is a fruit acid derived from sugar bne. It is a type of Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA). In its guid form it can be applied to the skin and removed ter two to five minutes. Unlike TCA or Phenol peels hich penetrate more deeply and require a longer healâ€" g period, the Glycolic peel allows patients to carry their day as usual, hence the nickname "the nchtime peel." Generally, six peels are recommendâ€" at intervals of one to two weeks. With each succesâ€" ve peel the concentration and duration can be adjustâ€" 1 based on results of the previous peel. What do Glycolic peels do? Glycolic acid has several biological actions on the kin. It acts as an exfoliant, removing the very outer y 13, 1994 â€" Dr. V. Bhandari is in private practice at Bronte Village Mall. People of all ages may benefit from orthodontics. ood vision and eye protection are as important to the enjoyâ€" â€"» ment of summer water sports as ey are to other sports, says the merican Optometric Association Glycollc acid peelsrejuvete skin 2347 Lakeshore Rd. W. Oakville, Ontario LGL 1 H4 Phone (905) 825â€"5335 CALL NOW FOR FREE INâ€"HOME DEMONSTRATION on‘t overlook eye protection this summer think \ freedom. .. Think PaceSaver Scooters, : Leisureâ€"Lift Chairs, Bathtub _ Lifts, Walkers and many, _‘ many more wonderful new ideas to help you live easier. Polarizing lenses are an excellent choice for water sports enthusiasts because they combat glare reflected from water and sand. A neckband will What‘s wrong with caffeine? For most people, absolutely nothing. For others, though, caffeine can cause anxiety, headaches, stomach pain and insomnia. In addition, doctors strongly recommend that pregnant women limit their cafâ€" feine intake. Some studies suggest a link between caffeine consumption and birth defects, ulcers, fibrocystic breast disâ€" ease, diabetes, heart disease and high blood pressure. that coffee contains high levels of caffeine, but did you know caffeine is also a major component in some nonâ€"prescription pain relievers? Some overâ€"theâ€"counter medicines contain even more caffeine per tablet than a cup of coffee. C affeine, it seems, is everywhere. Everyone knows While caffeine also acts as a diuretic, its primary action is to stimulate its users, which can make it habitâ€"forming. The caffeine habit isn‘t lifeâ€"threatening, but its withdrawal sympâ€" toms can be uncomfortable, including severe headaches, nausea, fluâ€"like symptoms and jitteriness. If you are conâ€" Caffeine in your medicine cabinet? Dr. Richard Grolmus 2â€"2169 Sixth Line Tel: 338â€"5558 Advanced LASER TTeatment health and Aigés CARE CENTER Watch for the Pulse of the Community NEWS and INFORMATION from the OTMH, Coming this month is now available in Hamilton for: + age spots * taftoo removal e pigmented lesions * facial blood vessels "damaged" skin layer. It promotes collagen synthesis below the epidermis (outer skin layer) thus achieving its antiâ€"wrinkling effects. As well, it has an unplugging activity on the sebaceous pores, making it a useful acne treatment. What changes can be expected? * Improved skin texture and tone. Following a peel the skin will feel much smoother and have a more glowing appearance. * Reduction of superficial fine wrinkles. * Diminished appearance of large pores. * Evening out of pigmentation irregularities which appear as a result of aging, sun damage, pregnancy, or acne. * Softening of acne scars. * In addition, some early studies suggest that Glycolic MEDICHAIR. ï¬Tpeople who matter * from people who care Dr. Patrick McElgunn, Dermatologist 304 Victoria Ave. N., Hamilton, Ontario (905) 522â€"4405 McELGUNN LASER ASSOCIATES Dr. Patrick McElgunn would like to announce Somehow we, as a society, have come to o «P pain as being "normal". Pain is the signal that the brain gives off when there is a problem. The majority of people falsely tend to base their state of health on whether or not they are in pain. In fact, there is no correlation at all between the degree of pain and the extent of problem. It is very possible to have a serious underlying spinal problem and "‘feel fine"‘. Chiropractors are highly skilled in detecting spinal misallignments even before pain or symptons set in. Just like the dentist who can detect cavities before you experience pain, the Chiropractor can detect spinal problems before symptons or disability eventually develop. I recommend to everyone that they receive regular Chiropractic spine checkâ€"ups in order to prevent progression of a problem, detect any abnormalilities or to maintain a healthy spine and nervous system. Canada‘s wellness store ®@ I‘m feeling fine other than the normal @ headache or neck stiffness. Why should I see a Chriropractor? keep the sunglasses from falling overâ€" board; a bobber will keep them afloat in case they do. 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Ask your family pharmacist if any prescription medications you are taking contain caffeine. peels can be a good treatment for active acne, helping to speed along the work done by other topicals. What won‘t these peels do? * They will not remove deep acne scars or deep wrinâ€" kles although they may soften their appearance. * They will not prevent further sun damage thus sun protection continues to be important. * They will not remove milia, moles, or other skin tumors. Any potential risks? * Hypo or hyperpigmentation of the skin, which usualâ€" ly normalizes with time. * Transient facial redness or blistering. * Acne flaring. For more information about Glycolic peels, call the Oakville Acne Clinic at 844â€"1900. lenses can wear them safely while swimming. It‘s a good idea, AOA says, to remove and clean the lenses if pool or salt water gets in the eyes. 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