East Volusia County

Advanced Dental Solutions: Implant-Secured Dentures for Improved Stability

The Aesthetic Quality of Dentures Crafted at Park Avenue Dentistry

Despite holding down several jobs, John Alden never had much money while attending college. During his final semester, after his financial situation turned dire, John applied for and accepted a ground job with a major airline. “I worked ground jobs for the airline for several years,” the 80-year-old native of Medina, Ohio, remembers. “But eventually, I was promoted into their […]

The Floaters That Fogged Kathy’s Vision: How Dr. Kumar Brought Back Clarity

Clearer Skies Ahead: Kathy Rommel's Vision Transformation Through Vitrectomy

Wisconsin native Kathy Rommel spent 10 years as a travel agent in Green Bay. Of the various jobs she’s held, she says that was probably her favorite. “I loved being a travel agent,” Kathy relates. “It was awesome, fun and very interesting. I had to get a lot of information to the travelers. And I always did a follow-up to […]

Revolutionizing Pain Relief: The Power of Stem Cell Therapy for Neuropathy

Dr. Timothy Steflik discusses the cutting-edge regenerative treatment for neuropathy and its benefits.

A wreath hung on the front door of a home has long been one of the staples of Christmas decor. At Dorie Kent’s home in New Smyrna Beach, however, you’re likely to see a wreath on the door no matter what holiday is celebrated. “I enjoy doing just about anything crafty, and I especially enjoy making wreaths,” Dorie says. “I […]

Advanced Dentistry: Solvay Ultaire™ AKP Partial Dentures at Blossom Dental

Learn how CAD/CAM technology and Ultaire™ AKP revolutionized dental partials for superior aesthetics and comfort.

Prior to moving to Florida a few years ago, Roberta* spent a decade working for the Social Security Administration in her native Maine. Her job was to help people get disability claims that had previously been denied.  “Once a person’s claim is denied, they go through a three-step process to get their claim reviewed and approved,” Roberta describes. “The first […]

Remarkable Vision Restoration: 55 Years After Construction Accident, Patient Sees Clearly Again

Ophthalmologist's Expertise and Innovative Surgery Restore Sight to Man with 55-Year-Old Eye Injury

In 1965, New York City native Robert Bauries was making his living as a sheet metal worker, mostly installing air-conditioning and heating system ducts in new construction. Robert was quite content, then disaster struck while working at a jobsite in Connecticut. “I was cutting a piece of steel, and it probably had a defect in it, because a piece of […]

Tammy Morgan

Stretching the Horizon

Youthful vision after cataract surgery with new lens implant

For 25 years, Tammy Morgan worked long hours managing restaurants. After growing weary from the grind, she took a part-time job as a customer order specialist at The Home Depot®, a job that later became full time. When she’s not working, Tammy enjoys an occasional game of table shuffleboard, when she can find one. ”I used to live in Dallas, […]

Photo by Jordan Pysz.

Glad To Hear It

Modern devices can help manage effects of tinnitus. After working for 40 years as a legal secretary in the Big Apple, New York native Joyce Stark was just beginning to settle into retirement at her home near West Point when her daughter convinced her to move south. “My daughter and son-in-law moved to Florida about five years ago,” Joyce explains. […]