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The Art of Exotic Marble: Timeless Beauty That Elevates the Home

In the world of interior design, few materials carry the presence, history, and character of exotic marble. Long admired for its natural movement and refined elegance, marble has evolved beyond a classic surface choice into a true design statement—one that adds both aesthetic and long-term value to the home.Today’s homeowners and designers are increasingly drawn to exotic marbles not for uniformity, but for the individuality each slab offers. No two are alike. Veining patterns, tonal shifts, and...

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Considering Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty?

Known as the windows into our soul, our eyes are our most defining facial feature. Most procedures, such as rhinoplasty, browlifting, even fillers, are geared towards drawing attention to our eyes. But what options are available when the skin around the eyes, namely the upper lid skin, is droopy? Excess skin and wrinkling of the upper eyelid skin can cause a tired, aged appearance and in extreme cases, can even impact your visual field!For clients with excess skin, and/or fat, of their upper...

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What exactly is PRF?

Perhaps you have heard of PRF or vampire facials? So what exactly is PRF?PRF or Platelet-rich-fibrin, is a concentrated mix of your own platelets, white blood cells, stem cells, growth factors and fibrin. All of these components serve to promote wound healing, tissue regeneration, and collagen production, which in the aesthetic field is used for hair restoration, improvement in wrinkles and even as fillers! And the best part? It's all natural, because it comes from you!So, what happens...

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Why Bradford Pear Trees Are a Bad Choice for Planting in Frederick & Potomac, MD

Why Bradford Pear Trees Are a Bad Choice for Planting in Frederick & Potomac, MDAHOY, This is Micayla C. with A1 Tree Pros, a local Potomac MD tree company serving homeowners throughout Frederick County and the surrounding areas. From our team to yours, we hope you’re starting the New Years off on a positive note.And now let’s get right to it……..As an arborist, we dislike Bradford pears with a passion.These trees were once extremely popular across Potomac, Frederick, and much of central...

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Our Active Senior Citizens

Seniors 70+ are healthier, happier, sharper at any age. Article by David Robert Lambert | Photography by Provided Active seniors, aged 70 and above, have no regrets in life, being healthier, happier, and sharper at any age. The phrase "70 is the new 50" was popularized by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in 2025, citing research that showed a person's physical and cognitive abilities have improved significantly over the decades, making 70-year-olds today as healthy and sharp as...

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Best of Potomac 2026 in Health, Beauty and Wellness

Spotlighting this month’s standout winners shaping Potomac’s leading health, beauty and wellness community. Article by Anicia Juarez | Photography by Provided Potomac’s Award-Winning Experts Redefine Modern Wellness Across Potomac, a new wave of wellness is taking shape. This year’s Best of Potomac honorees in Health, Wellness, and Beauty span performance medicine, restorative spa therapies, transformative movement, and advanced aesthetic science. Together, they reflect a community...

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Smiles of Chevy Chase Promotes Health/Wellness

Dr. Despina Markogiannakis inspires patients to change the world with their smile every single day Article by Mindy Toran | Photography by Ella Scott/ Dr. Ceylon Mitchell, M3 Mitchell Media Ever since she was a young girl, Dr. Despina Markogiannakis was fascinated by the blend of art and science in the field of dentistry.  At the age of 10 she heard a visiting dentist at career day at school describe how he was able to change someone’s life by recreating their smile and she was inspired to...

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Recovery, Redefined

SweatHouz Pike & Rose brings modern contrast therapy to the heart of North Bethesda Article and Photography by Provided A new year always feels like a small reset button, doesn’t it? It’s a chance to slow down, take a breath, and start over with a clearer head. That was exactly what Brenna Dorsey wanted when she opened SweatHouz Pike & Rose back in April 2025: a place where taking care of yourself isn’t a luxury, but part of the rhythm of life. This isn’t your average spa or wellness...

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Building Strong Futures with Compassion and Care

How Family Experienced Lawyer Lloyd Malech Guides Families Through Life’s Transitions Article by Debra Wallace | Photography by Provided With nearly three decades of distinguished experience, family law attorney Lloyd Malech has built a reputation for exceptional advocacy, unwavering integrity, and a steadfast commitment to his clients. At Malech Law, his guiding philosophy is simple yet profound: represent every client with respect, empathy, and excellence. Malech is known for his ability to...

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Around Town

Your Curated Guide to this Month's Events Article by Bianca Bain Villegas | Photography by Provided HEALTH & WELLNESS 50+ Health & Wellness Open House Roger Carter Community Center, Elliott City, MD Jan. 14, 2026 At the Roger Carter Community Center in Ellicott City, older adults can explore interactive demos in the pool, gym and dance studio, meet trainers and staff, and enter raffles for prizes, including a Go50+ fitness membership. It’s an easy, low-pressure way to recommit to...