Apopka, FL Drs and Health Practioners

Southwest Orlando Eye Care's optometrist, John Nowell, has been keeping people clear-eyed in his hometown for more than 20 years. This ocular expertise hasn’t gone unnoticed, with the Southwest Orlando Bulletin and other local publications lauding his commitment to patient education and no-hassle customer service. But, Dr. Nowell’s compassion goes beyond the exam room; when he’s not at the office, he can be found serving his community as a member of the Orlando Rotary Club and volunteering his time with The Coalition for the Homeless.

In addition to contact lenses, eye exams, and the treatment of ocular diseases, Dr. Nowell and his staff help faces keep pace with newly twinkling eyes through a menus of aesthetic services. They can combat acne with microdermabrasion session, or boost collagen growth and the ability to converse with Lite-Brites via an LED facial.

The Body Mind Spirit Expo travels across the country to showcase advancements in alternative health, shining a spotlight on personal growth and metaphysics. During the celebration of all things holistic, visitors amble through the event space on a day-long jaunt as they munch on sample Luna bars and stop to match wits with astrologists, aromatherapists, natural healers, psychics, and mediums. Throughout the jam-packed agendas, speakers populate podiums for lectures that cover a hodgepodge of holistic subjects, ranging from theories on Atlantis's location to a speech on how to master life planning without making a to-do list on one's birth certificate.

After waiting by the sandy walls and staring at beach photographs in the lobby, patients at Lake Baldwin Dental might mistake their treatment room for a private cabana, especially after reclining in a leather chair with a personal screen that broadcasts movies, TV shows, and music. Patients relax further with noise-canceling headphones that diminish the sounds of dental instruments or with dental sedation, which can help clients with dental phobias find a sense of serenity.

Dr. William Dunn and Dr. Kathleen Anderson then get to work, addressing cosmetic concerns with complimentary smile makeover consultations that can lead to Zoom! whitening services, porcelain veneers, and implants. Their medical offerings range from inconspicuous fillings to remedies for sleep apnea that don't include encasing noses in soundproof glass. The dentists’ efforts are aided with technologies such as intraoral cameras and CEREC systems, which can prepare crowns during a single appointment.

At Collins Dental, Drs. F.H. Collins III and Ross Reiter care for teeth with advanced technology and an emphasis on patient comfort. They use CEREC computer-assisted 3-D design software to fabricate crowns in a single visit, and offer the latest dental services, including Invisalign, Six Month Smiles, and Zoom! teeth whitening. For patients requiring sedation, the duo has made a board-certified anesthesiologist available.

The cheery reception area features cushioned wicker chairs and sofas with bright-red floral patterns. It also has a play area where children can wait for their parents and draft audit notifications to send to the tooth fairy.

Dr. Collins served for four years as a dental officer in the Navy, and organizes an annual Halloween-candy buyback event that helps send care packages to military personnel via Operation Gratitude. The compassionate team also established an Adopt-A-Patient program to provide an individual in need with a year of dental care.

At Park Lake Health & Wellness, a team of seasoned, certified massage therapists restore vim and vigor to worn-down bodies through advanced therapeutic bodywork. Whether they're waving goodbye to stress with gliding Swedish strokes, breaking up concentrated tightness with deep tissue work, or replacing painful toxins with euphoric endorphins through trigger point therapy, the team always works with clients to determine the type of treatment that will leave them feeling the best. In addition to treating stress and pain, their massages can also alleviate symptoms of more serious ailments including carpal tunnel syndrome, migranes, and fibromyalgia.

The team at Forever Trim Body Sculpting Center performs noninvasive body-contouring and face-lift procedures under the guidance of board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. James Farrell and Dr. Michael Rodriguez. Drawing on a wealth of technology and leadership from Rodriguez, a fellow in the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, the center’s technicians reshape the body and tighten the skin. With a Zerona LipoLaser system, they emulsify stubborn fat on the waist, hips, and thighs, making it easier to wear skinny jeans or slip into a toaster while playing hide-and-seek. The Diamond Medilift machine, on the other hand, performs a nonsurgical face-lift without significant pain or downtime.