Category archives: Doctors Advice

Lower back pain is a common complaint among women of all ages. It can be stubborn, frustrating, and often hard to explain. Whether it sneaks up slowly or hits suddenly, lower back pain can disrupt everything from work and exercise to sleep and daily chores. While many people think of…

Living with frequent heartburn and discomfort can be challenging, and it often points to an underlying condition known as Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). While many factors can trigger this condition, one of the most significant is the relationship between obesity and GERD. The connection between your weight and your reflux…

By Dr. Lee Lichtenstein, Sleep Dentistry NJ For many patients, the fear of dental discomfort isn’t just mental — it can also be tied to past experiences with local anesthesia that didn’t work as expected. If you’ve ever sat through a dental procedure and felt like the numbing just didn’t…

By Dr. Lee Lichtenstein For many patients, dental fear goes far beyond simple nervousness. It can feel overwhelming, automatic, and out of their control—even when they know logically that they are safe. This response isn’t a flaw or a lack of willpower. It’s the brain responding to a perceived threat….

By Dr Sezer Olcay, Holmdel Orthodontics Understanding Retainers: Why They Matter Long After Your Braces Come Off  Retainers play a much bigger role in your smile than many people realize. After finishing braces or clear aligners, patients are often surprised when they learn that the next phase—retention—is just as important…

Sponsored by Beyer Eye Associates Preschool-aged children should have an annual vision screening for early identification of vision disorders. The screening should consist of near and distance visual acuity testing and stereopsis. Perspective from Jacquie M. Bowen, OD American Optometric Association Children between the ages of 3 and 6 years old…

By Alliance Orthopedics If you’re considering bunion surgery, one of your first questions is probably: “How soon will I be able to walk again?” That’s completely understandable. Being sidelined from your usual routine can feel overwhelming. Whether it’s getting back to work, enjoying your favorite activities, or simply moving comfortably…

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is more than just a physical condition. For many, its impact goes beyond the digestive system to affect mental well-being, creating a complex interplay between gut function and emotional health. This relationship, often referred to as the brain-gut connection, highlights how IBS symptoms and psychological symptoms…

By Dr Lee Lichtenstein For most people, a routine dental visit with local anesthesia is quick and painless—but if you’ve ever struggled to “get numb,” you know how frustrating (and nerve-wracking) it can be. Difficulty getting numb is a real and exasperating experience for many people, especially those with dental phobia…

By Alliance Orthopedics If you suffer from chronic heel pain, you know all too well how frustrating it can be. Simple activities like jogging, walking, or even getting out of bed in the morning can be met with discomfort or sharp, stabbing pain in your heel.  Chronic plantar fasciitis is…

By Monmouth Gastroenterology Colon cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer death globally, but the good news is that it is also one of the most preventable cancers when caught early. Screening can detect abnormalities in the colon and rectum, often before symptoms appear, allowing for timely treatment…

Finding Hope at the TMS Center of New Jersey Every October, National Depression Awareness Month serves as a vital reminder of the impact that depression has on individuals, families, and communities. More than 17 million adults in the United States experience at least one major depressive episode each year. While…