Preventative Care
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Children's Dentist in Flower Mound
Asked by R.D. from Dallas
on May 24, 2008
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After arriving 8 minutes late to my children's dentist the other day after being delayed in traffic and getting them out of school, my current dentist Dr. Debra Duffy ...
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- I had thought that this dentist seemed the ideal one for children when they opened and we did their ribbon cutting to welcome them - I suppose that she too might have ...
- I have also had several friends who had bad experiences with Dr. Duffy's office. Dental Care for Kids is great and would be more flexible. Good Luck!
- Although he's not a pediatric dentist (we went to one in Southlake for years), I highly recommend Dr. Terry Test. His office is at 2499 and Firewheel. Our whole family...
Is the Dentist Really That Necessary?
Asked by M.E. from San Francisco
on August 12, 2009
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My 7 year old really dislikes the dentist. She dislikes the attempts at x-rays (makes her gag), the teeth polishing, etc. Short of drugging her I really feel that I ...
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- The best way to keep your children's teeth healthy are healthy diet, lots of brushing with NON floridated paste, especially after carbs, ( I keep a toothbrush pack in ...
- i agree that it would be good for you to find a dentist who will take the time to explain the procedures more to you. they are doing much more than just xrays and fluo...
- I'd call around for a dentist who paints on the flouride: those spongges are one of my worst memories of the dentist, but my kids haven't had to endure them. I think ...
Natural Remedies for Ear Infection?
Asked by M.C. from Charleston
on December 11, 2008
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I know there are a lot of moms who are into natural remedies and who don't use antibiotics. This request is actually for me right now, but also for use on my whole fa...
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- M.: The products that we can buy at the discount store, grocery store, pharmacy, etc. contain formaldehyde(Quaternium 15), which causes ear infections. I would like ...
- Hi! I would suggest seeing a Chiropractor. Being one myselft, I am a big fan:) We get ear infectiions when fluid cannot naturally drain downward from our sinus cav...
- Hi M., My first line of defense is chiropractic care for everything. I became a believer when a chiropractor got rid of my daughter's ear infections. It really make...
Are Two Puppies Really Easier than One???
Asked by C.H. from Dallas
on March 30, 2011
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My boyfriend and I recently purchased a French Bulldog puppy.. she is now 16 weeks old. After the last vet appointment he was telling us that it is easier on us to hav...
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- While it's great for dogs to have play-mates - it's hard potty training two dogs at once. You also need to consider the personalities - at one point there will be a f...
- Hahahahaha. No. We got a second dog when I was pregnant with my daughter, thinking that they would have each other to play with, not be lonely, etc. I love her de...
- No, that is an urban legend! Seriously, it is harder to have 2 dogs. Just give the one you have your attention and it will be fine without a compadre. Even take him ...
Input Desired on Kaiser Permanente for Health Insurance
Asked by M.H. from Denver
on May 18, 2008
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My husband is changing jobs in June, and the company offers insurance through Kaiser. I am wanting experiences, both good and/or bad that people have had with Kaiser....
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- Hi M.- We just switched to Kaiser at the beginning of the year and I too, was so apprehensive. So far, I have been impressed and they are able to do things so effecie...
- Hi M. - I am a Kaiser member and had our first baby 6 1/2 months ago on the HMO plan. I've been a member for 2 1/2 years. The experience was not as natural as I think ...
- Kaiser is not like your ordinary health care coverage. Their medical offices not only have the doctors, but also a pharmacy, lab, x-rays and different specialists. T...
Seeking a Good Health Insurance Plan
Asked by L.S. from Appleton
on April 23, 2008
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I am looking to switch Health Insurance. I currently have Anthem Blue Cross, but I am not happy with them since they took over. They completely changed my plan without...
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- L., My family purchases our insurance through an "agent". He is a family friend and usually works with small businesses. I'm sure any business is good (for him). H...
- L. Here is the contact info for Pro Insurance. When you call ask to talk to Rich Fuchs II and tell him that we sent you to him. (Tom & Kathy Wentland) He knows...
- Hi L., I know this is a month overdue, but I just wanted to make sure you had the information anyway!! Please write or e-mail back if you are interested! Ame...
Prego
Asked by M.R. from Provo
on March 10, 2010
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How long after getting a positive pregnancy test at home should you call a doctor? I've read or heard so many different things. I am already doing prenatal pills and j...
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- Congrats! I personally called my doctor right away because I know that my doctor likes to see you at 8 weeks to make sure the baby is in the right spot and listen to t...
- You should call and make your appointment so you don't have to wait to get in once you are ready. They usually make your appt. for about 10 weeks to let the pregnancy ...
- I went to the doctor at 8 weeks with number 1 and like 10 or 12 with number 2. I would suggest you give your doctor a call as soon as you can. It can be hard to get ...
Advice on Treatment of Asthma
Asked by J.R. from Rapid City
on December 22, 2008
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My daughter who is 6 yrs old (dob 1/13/02) was hospolitized at one month with RSV for 10 days, sick every two weeks until she was 2 1/2 yrs olds (really scary) - nebul...
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- My son is almost 6 and was diagnosed with asthma a year ago. our treatment plan 1. singular which is a pill at bedtime 2. flovent inhaler twice a day with optichamb...
- Yes, see a pediatric pulmonologist. Our son has been seeing one for 8 years and it's made a huge difference in the control of his mild asthma. We see a doctor at Chi...
- Hi J., I didn't have time to read any responses and I am sure you have received many. I wanted to share this with you though. Our son was having problems wi...
My 16 Month Old Twin Boys Have Asthma Brought on by Respiratory Infections.
Asked by N.H. from Harrisburg
on September 21, 2008
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Well, the season of colds is here again and it looks like my twin boys still have asthma brought on by respiratory infections. I need advice from others with kids with...
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- My oldest had the same problem. It started with a severe case of bronchiolitis at 3 months, after that he had asthma with every infection, not just respiratory infect...
- Here are some things you may not know.Have you ever thought about the effect of your cleaning products,laundry detergent,fabric softener,air fresheners,even shampoo an...
- Tania, I have the same problem. My son sees an allergist. He has him on maintenance meds that have made things better from fall to spring. My son is on cold #2 in ...
Ear Infection
Asked by R.J. from Boston
on October 2, 2006
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My 7 month old son had a cold/cough for almost 3 weeks, during which I took him to the Dr. twice-each time she said the cold would subside on its own. It started subs...
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- My 4 year old daughter unfortunatly gets eat infections every winter like clockwork. And if it is as bad as it was last year then we may be looking into tubes for her...
- There might be something to what Michelle said about soy-based formula vs. milk based. My daughter had an ear infection every other month until she was 2. She wasnt ...
- Honestly, the recurrence depends on the kid, the virus and soooo many other things. I know one of my daughters is a ear infection machine, no matter when she gets one ...
