Ballpark Estimate: $150 to $400 for a year’s supply If you have less than perfect vision and don’t want the inconvenience of wearing glasses, you may want to consider the latest crop of contact lenses that are available. From soft and hard versions to disposables and extended wear, there is something out there to fit almost anyone’s needs and preferences. Helping You See … [Read more...]

Ballpark Estimate: Individual treatments start at under $100; Spa packages are between $150 and $450 and up If you are greatly in need of a get-away but can’t afford the time or expense to travel to an exotic resort, you may want to consider visiting a day spa. Whether you live in a small town or big city or somewhere in between, you may be able to find a variety of settings … [Read more...]

Ballpark Estimate: $5,000 to $10,000+ What if you could look younger and fresher than you have in years? Would you be willing to pay whatever it costs to achieve this image? As some people age, their skin becomes looser and wrinkly, too. But getting a face lift can help to pull the skin tighter and make it look firmer as well. While the procedure doesn’t come cheap, though, … [Read more...]

Ballpark Estimate: $600 to $2,500 per eye Imagine waking up and seeing the one you love in clear focus on the pillow next to you every morning. Imagine being able to wear any pair of designer sunglasses you want. Imagine never having to buy another plastic bottle of lens solution. As stylish as fashion eyeglass options and as ubiquitous as contact lenses are, many people are … [Read more...]

Ballpark Estimate: $2,000 to $9,000 for treatment of one area Have you tried diet and exercise yet still can’t seem to achieve the body shape you desire? If so, then you may be a good candidate for liposuction. This is a surgical procedure that removes fat from beneath your skin using a vacuum-like process and ultimately leaves you with smoother, leaner lines. Better yet, … [Read more...]

Ballpark Estimate: $300 to $500 per injection Do you ever wish you could turn back the hands of time to erase some of the years off your face? Botox treatments are a temporary procedure that many people undergo today to smooth out some of their age lines and regain a more youthful appearance. A Non-Surgical Approach One particularly appealing aspect of Botox treatments is … [Read more...]

Ballpark Estimate: $100 for paternity tests up to $2,500 for more extensive testing It reads like a page from a science fiction book: using your saliva to gain deeper levels of understanding about your past, your present and your future. But today, this is actually possibly, thanks to a new breed of personal DNA testing, which is easily accessible via the Internet through a … [Read more...]

Ballpark Estimate: $50 and $120 per visit Perhaps you’re seeking relief from chronic pain or other health problems and modern medicine doesn’t seem to be doing the trick. Then you might want to consider trying acupuncture. This is an ancient Chinese practice that uses thin needles to active pressure points in your body. While the thought of being stuck with needles could … [Read more...]

Ballpark Estimate: $25 to $100 If you appreciate the art of body piercings, you probably know that a “hole” lot of options exist. In fact, today most body parts can be pierced and then adorned with the jewelry of your choice, and the cost of this service isn’t likely to set you back much – as long as you don’t experience any side effects. The Art of Body Piercing While … [Read more...]

Ballpark Estimate: $5,000 to $10,000 Imagine hitting the beach this summer wearing a string bikini and feeling great about your flat, toned stomach. If this sounds like your ideal goal but you find it’s simply impossible for you to achieve it on your own, then you may be in need of some extra help in the form of a tummy tuck. Tighten Up Perhaps your stomach is saggy … [Read more...]

Ballpark Estimate: Over-the-counter guards: $10 or less; Custom guards: $400 and $600 on average When the grind and stress of your hectic days becomes too much to bear, it may cause you to clench your teeth during the night. While this can put you at risk for a number of problems, the solution is simple: to invest in a dental mouth guard that will help keep your teeth from … [Read more...]

Ballpark Estimate: $0 to $10,000 Although orthodontic braces bestow upon the wearer straighter teeth and a more beautiful smile, the need for braces is not purely cosmetic. A mismatched bite, or malocclusion, hampers the proper cleaning of the teeth and effects oral hygiene. This in turn contributes to periodontal disease and a host of associated conditions. To a child … [Read more...]

Ballpark Estimate: Between $7,500 and $10,000 Bigger isn’t always better, especially when it comes to your breasts. In fact, some women whose breasts are especially large in size find that carrying around the extra weight can create real strain on their back and may even cause constant pain. That’s where breast reduction surgery can make a big difference. Surgical … [Read more...]

Ballpark Estimate: $1,000 to $2,000 When physical limitations make it difficult for you to move around, a mobility scooter may be the answer to help you to make up lost ground. Mobility scooters are small, electric vehicles that can take you from place to place even when you’re unable to walk long distances on your own two feet. A Growing Trend Relying on mobility scooters … [Read more...]

Ballpark Estimate: $3,000 to $20,000 The Need for Dental Implants Though losing a front tooth is upsetting because it visibly affects one’s smile, people are often less concerned about losing back teeth. They think that as posterior gaps cannot be seen there is no need to get treatment to replace teeth in this area. A dentist would disagree because from whenever teeth are … [Read more...]