Chattanooga health and beauty experts are here for the community

Whether you find yourself in need of brightening your smile, are looking to live a healthier lifestyle or improve your overall self-image, the professionals in our local health and beauty community are here to help.

Kenny Higdon started 5 Star Home Care in 2007 after his mother experienced difficulty finding someone the family could trust to care for his grandmother and took on the responsibility herself at great sacrifice. 5 Star carefully screens caregivers before hiring them and connects them with clients across Tennessee. For families who are concerned about the health and safety of their loved one, reach out to 5 Star Home Care at 423-893-8181.

Realizing how precious our seniors are, 5 Star employs the most qualified caregivers who are hired only after undergoing careful background checks and drug screens. The company's procedures are tailored to work towards constant monitoring, care management and never placing the senior at risk of being left without care. <

5 Star Home Care is headquartered in Chattanooga and serves clients throughout Tennessee.

Home care services exist to provide the basic services that facilities do light housekeeping, meal preparation and social activities without removing the senior from the familiarity of home. It is a cost efficient alternative to an assisted living facility that preserves the aging loved one's sense of freedom and comfort.

In the field of beauty, Southern Surgical Arts has a staff ready to help guide clients and answer any questions regarding any cosmetic procedure. For more information or to see before and after images, visit southernsurgicalarts.com.

One of the leading experts of this technique, Dr. Chad Deal, a fellowship-trained, Double Board-Certified Cosmetic Surgeon has helped popularize the Brazilian Butt Lift. He has trained with the leading surgeons in and out of the field of cosmetic surgery, and during the first year of his cosmetic surgery fellowship in Las Vegas, Nevada, performed more than 800 cosmetic surgical procedures. Since then, he has performed more than 3,000 procedures.

In a world filled with hearing aid options and so many advertisements that all promise the best price for the smartest and most convenient product, it can be overwhelming and confusing trying to find the one is actually right for you.

Johnson Audiology shares their top tools and topics to help the consumer not only better understand the world of audiology but also be sure they are truly getting the best product to help solve their hearing loss issue.

First, and foremost, patients need to be sure they are working with a certified audiologist who is well trained and educated in the field. consumers should consider and research the products they are being offered. From hearing devices to true hearing aids, there is every tool and accessory and just because one claims to be the smallest or the smartest, doesn't mean it's the right tool for you specifically, according to Dr. Courtney Guthrie.

Finally in the realm of advertising, the team at Johnson Audiology encourages all consumers to read between the lines and ask the hard questions about what the ads are promising.

Johnson Audiology is located at 1618 Gunbarrel Road, Suite 102. They provide diagnostic hearing evaluations and consultations, hearing aid adjustments and repairs to patients ages 10 and up. For more information about their services, to schedule a consultation, or to reserve a seat for one of the lunch and learn classes, call 423-710-1432 or visit johnsonaudiology.com.

Protecting our eyes from harmful UV rays is crucial, and thanks to the magic of transition lenses, it's also easy, and Complete Eye Care is ready to help clients make the transition.

"All patients can benefit from Transitions," said Candace Davis with Complete Eye Care. "With Transitions being so diverse, meaning different options available, there is a Transitions out there that fits everyone's needs."

According to transitions.com, UV rays, glare and eye fatigue are challenges the eyes face daily. Wearing Transitions lenses, which adapt to changing light, can help patients protect their eyes from all three of these potentially harmful challenges.

The Optical Shop at Complete Eye Care is always running specials on all their lenses. Prices just vary depending on the type of material and if it is single vision or for a bifocal, and also insurance plays a major roll as well.

The professionals at Complete Eye Care are available Monday Friday to assist you with all your eye care needs. Walk-ins are welcome should a patient find themselves in an emergency situation. The optical shop is open to the public, and you don't need an appointment to stop by and you can bring in your outside prescription for glasses and/or contact lenses. They have a variety of frames and contact lens options that fit every budget, need and style.

Complete Eye Care is located at 9453 Dayton Pike in Soddy-Daisy. For more information about their services, the importance of routine eye exams or to schedule an appointment, call 423-332-8222 or visit completeeyecare.org.

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