Medical

How’s your focus lately? Do you feel like you can’t stay on track? Are you constantly succumbing to distractions?If it seems like you’re constantly slipping into daydreams or failing to complete tasks on time, then it might be time to work on your focus. Thankfully, focus is a mental muscle...

1. Audiologist. An audiologist is a healthcare professional who specializes in hearing health and balance issues. In addition to performing hearing evaluations, they work with their patients to diagnose hearing-related conditions, discuss preventative measures, and find the best solutions for...

Summer is almost over, but the heat is still here. We continue to spend time at the beach; do things outdoors, including outdoor summer sports. Year-round our paseos are filled with people outdoors running, riding bikes, or walking their dog. Some choose to go over to Towsley Canyon for a hike....

Valencia Medical Center is one of the pioneer centers in Regenerative Medicine and Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy (PRP) for the following:• Joint pain injuries of knee, shoulder and elbow• Osteoarthritis and inflammationOur highly concentrated PRP injections guided by Ultrasound Imaging with...

In a recent study published by Harvard Medical School, 80% of Americans at some point in their lives experience lower back pain. It’s the fifth most common reason for visiting a doctor, one of the top reasons people miss work, and the most common cause of work-related disability in people under...

A mixture of kindness, courtesy, and professionalism makes superior customer service. Known as one of Santa Clarita’s premier dentist, Dr. Alexander Villar and his team combine creativity with excellent patient care. They are committed to helping patients understand and be a part of the...

  Don’t let loose and sagging skin on your neck affect your self-esteem and confidence. The skin around the neck is highly delicate, and therefore requires the approach of an experienced plastic surgeon with a penchant for elegant, nuanced results. What is a Neck Lift?The neck lift...

The Emerald Laser is not just your average weight loss treatment. In fact, it is the most advanced fat-loss laser in the world, and Mind Body Infusion awhere you will find it. It requires no pain, no downtime, and patients experience no side effects as a result. As if that did not make it...

People with astigmatism generally have a cornea that is more curved in one direction than the other. In other words, the cornea is elliptical instead of the normal spherical shape. As light rays enter the eye, some of the light rays are focused more strongly than others which produces a blurry...

If you need a root canal, we’re here to help. A root canal procedure may be an intimidating prospect, especially for patients who may not always be fond of dental visits in the first place.Here at Santa Clarita Valley Dental Care, we’re happy to say that the procedure’s fearsome reputation is...

Periodontal (gum) disease is a progressive condition which can be successfully managed or even reversed.The earliest stage of gum disease, gingivitis, is characterized by red, swollen, & bleeding gums. It develops when dental plaque builds up on teeth. Gingivitis is usually reversible. It’s...

Despite the rapid growth of hearing loss — which is now the third most common health condition in the Unit-ed States — there remains little national attention to good hearing and its long-term benefits.Multiple studies confirm the importance of good hearing health in attaining whole body health...

The body’s hormones are like a seesaw. When they’re perfectly balanced, the body works as it is designed to. When they’re imbalanced, the body may begin experiencing symptoms. Making sure a few essential items are on the grocery list is the key to helping hormones return to normal. High...

One of the easiest dental problems to spot is a buildup of plaque. Plaque is the soft, sticky layer of bacteria that is constantly forming on the teeth. It is usually invisible to the naked eye. However, when a person is not brushing adequately, enough plaque can build up to appear as a thick,...

Scars are a natural result of the body’s response to an injury. Unfortunately, scar-less surgery is not yet a reality. Scar revision surgery aims to minimize old scars so that they are less visible and blend in better with the surrounding skin.Scars tend to be most noticeable when they are...

A new backpack, clothes and school supplies are on every parent’s back-to-school checklist, but that is not all your child needs before they head back to school.“Starting school as healthy as possible sets children up for a successful start to the school year,” said Julie Linton, MD, assistant...

There are many concerns that come to mind when visiting the dentist; one frequently expressed concern is that of possible over exposure to radiation from dental x-rays. What many patients do not realize is that the benefits of having x-rays taken regularly, greatly outweigh the risk of the...