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TMJ Syndrome

Lateral skull with temporalis and masseter muscles

Everyone has TMJ or the Temporomandibular Joinit — when there is pain in the area it is called TMJ Syndrome. The temporomandibular joint or TMJ acts like a sliding hinge, connecting your jawbone to your skull. Dysfunction can lead to

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Retin-A vs. Retinols

Infographic comparing retinoid, retinol, and Retin-A

Retin-A vs. retinal vs. retinol: The simple explanation   With all the incredible benefits they offer, you may be wondering which type of retinoid is right for you. When you look at the differences in Retin-A, retinal, and retinol, it

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What Vitamin C is best for wrinkles?

Bar graph: PCA SKIN delivers 4.4x vitamin C

How do I know what Vitamin C product is best for wrinkles and fine lines? What to look for in a vitamin C serum. Form: Vitamin C can appear on the ingredient label as several different names, but the one

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Arthritis: Osteoarthritis vs. Rheumatoid

Healthy, osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid knee joints

Arthritis is the swelling and tenderness of one or more of your joints. The main symptoms of arthritis are joint pain and stiffness, which typically worsen with age. The most common types of arthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Both

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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Carpal tunnel syndrome hand anatomy diagram

Everyone has what is called the carpal tunnel – if you have pain in the area, it is called carpal tunnel syndrome. Common to excessive typing and use of mouse. It is also called median nerve compression, is a condition

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Teen Acne

Close-up of person with makeup and blemishes

Does your teen struggle with acne? There are products and non-invasive treatments to help control the breakouts. Different teens will have different reasons for breaking out such as excess oily production, over or under active hormones, improper hygiene, diet, etc,

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Tennis Elbow vs. Golf Elbow…

Diagram showing tennis elbow and golfer's elbow

Deep tissue massage to the forearm is a very effective method of easing tennis or golf elbow and healing it much faster than rest alone. Deep tissue massage will enhance circulation and combining this with friction therapy to the tendons

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Chapped, cracked lips happen with cool, windy climate.

Close-up of dry, chapped lips

Chapped, cracked lips are common when the climate becomes cool and windy.   PCA Skin has 2 great lip products that will keep your lips hydrated and plump! Call 480-540-7555 to order:   Option 1: Hyaluronic Acid Lip Booster ($45)

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Plantar Fasciitis and Massage Therapy

Therapist massaging heel of foot with fist

Inflammation of a thick band of tissue that connects the heel bone to the toes. This stabbing pain can be controlled with Massage Therapy working on the ligaments and tendons in the foot. 

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Got Turkey Neck?

Smiling older woman with neck wrinkles

“Turkey neck” is a rather unglamorous term for wrinkled, sagging skin on the neck, which is a common side effect of aging. It occurs when your neck muscles begin weakening and your skin loses its elasticity, or ability to stretch

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