Care Experts with CareCredit

Does your loved one put off his doctor visits? Well, as you’ll hear in this chat with Dr. Dean Ellis, he may need an extra nudge to get his eye exam! In this week’s episode, Dr. Ellis talks to co-hosts Melissa and Selah about men’s eye health. Hear all about how men can take care of their vision (at any age), and what to avoid to prevent eye issues. Did you know that our eyesight develops until age 7? If you have a young son, this is a great reminder to make sure a pediatrician or optometrist checks his eyes before then! Then, stay for our Ask the Experts segment, where we answer your questions, like: Which eye drops help with dry eye?   Care Experts is a weekly podcast by CareCredit where we sit down with doctors and experts who give information, tips and insight into healthcare treatments and procedures. Check in every Wednesday for new episodes at carecredit.com/careexperts or subscribe on your favorite podcast app.   CareCredit is a health, wellness and personal care credit card that has helped millions of people with promotional financing options and is accepted at hundreds of thousands of provider and retail locations nationwide. Learn more at carecredit.com.

Gum disease… Sounds serious, but it’s actually really common (and treatable)! In this episode, co-hosts Melissa and Selah chat with “smile creator” Dr. Brian Harris, who explains what could be happening below your gums. He explains how bad breath could be a sign of periodontal disease, how genetics play into your chances of developing it, treatment options, and why you shouldn’t put off your dental visits. Plus, hang around for our Ask the Experts segment, where you’ll find out if kissing someone can transmit more than saliva.   Care Experts is a weekly podcast by CareCredit where we sit down with doctors and experts who give information, tips and insight into healthcare treatments and procedures. Check in every Wednesday for new episodes at carecredit.com/careexperts or subscribe on your favorite podcast app.   CareCredit is a health, wellness and personal care credit card that has helped millions of people with promotional financing options and is accepted at hundreds of thousands of provider and retail locations nationwide. Learn more at carecredit.com.

Pew-pew! While that’s not the sound of laser hair removal, we do have another great conversation with Dr. Will Kirby, Chief Medical Office of LaserAway. He talks with co-hosts Melissa and Selah about everything laser hair removal and tattoo removal. How many sessions does it take to fully remove hair? Does it work on all hair colors and types? And that tattoo we thought we wanted “forever,” um, how many sessions does that take to get removed? Stick around for the Ask the Experts segment, where you’ll find out why face tats are easier to remove than ankle ones…!   Care Experts is a weekly podcast by CareCredit where we sit down with doctors and experts who give information, tips and insight into healthcare treatments and procedures. Check in every Wednesday for new episodes at carecredit.com/careexperts or subscribe on your favorite podcast app.   CareCredit is a health, wellness and personal care credit card that has helped millions of people with promotional financing options and is accepted at hundreds of thousands of provider and retail locations nationwide. Learn more at carecredit.com.

We all know back and neck pain is a pain in the...well, back and neck. But do you know what’s really causing it? Dr. Jane Brewer and Dr. Elizabeth Hoefer are here to reveal the everyday habits that might be wreaking havoc on your spine. As upper cervical chiropractors, a specialization held by only 60 practitioners, they explain how aligning the cervical spine (aka the top of the neck) can help the rest of your spine follow suit, relieving pain, reducing irritation, and improving overall health. Talk about a game-changer! Tune in to learn how chiropractic care can be the ultimate solution when you feel like you’ve tried everything else, and discover how these treatments may accelerate your healing journey!   Care Experts is a weekly podcast by CareCredit where we sit down with doctors and experts who give information, tips and insight into healthcare treatments and procedures. Check in every Wednesday for new episodes at carecredit.com/careexperts or subscribe on your favorite podcast app.   CareCredit is a health, wellness and personal care credit card that has helped millions of people with promotional financing options and is accepted at hundreds of thousands of provider and retail locations nationwide. Learn more at carecredit.com.

We’re waving goodbye to saggy arm skin with double-board certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Nicholas Jones! He joins our hosts, Melissa and Selah, to discuss arm lifts – a transformative procedure perfect for anyone dealing with loose skin from weight loss or aging. Discover how this surgery contours your upper arm and armpit, so you can show off your arms with confidence. Dr. Jones shares his expert tips on combining an arm lift with liposuction for top-notch results, the importance of a strong muscle foundation, and why shedding extra pounds before surgery can make all the difference. Find out how this life-lasting surgery may lift your arms and spirits!   Care Experts is a weekly podcast by CareCredit where we sit down with doctors and experts who give information, tips and insight into healthcare treatments and procedures. Check in every Wednesday for new episodes at carecredit.com/careexperts or subscribe on your favorite podcast app.   CareCredit is a health, wellness and personal care credit card that has helped millions of people with promotional financing options and is accepted at hundreds of thousands of provider and retail locations nationwide. Learn more at carecredit.com.

Wondering if clear aligners or traditional braces are better for straightening your teeth? Our hosts, Melissa and Selah, compare both options with orthodontist Dr. German. They explore how clear aligners offer a nearly invisible, faster solution and even double as jaw cushions (perfect for clenchers and grinders - we feel your pain). While traditional braces provide tried-and-true results, are ideal for the forgetful (you can’t lose them when they’re attached to your teeth), and can even be placed on the back of your teeth. When it comes time to decide, Dr. German recommends choosing the option that ensures the best lifelong smile. Listen now to discover which option can give you the confidence and opportunity that comes with a great smile!   Care Experts is a weekly podcast by CareCredit where we sit down with doctors and experts who give information, tips and insight into healthcare treatments and procedures. Check in every Wednesday for new episodes at carecredit.com/careexperts or subscribe on your favorite podcast app.   CareCredit is a health, wellness and personal care credit card that has helped millions of people with promotional financing options and is accepted at hundreds of thousands of provider and retail locations nationwide. Learn more at carecredit.com.

If your pet gets stressed or anxious when you leave the house, this episode is a must-listen! Join our hosts, Melissa and Selah, as they chat with vet expert Dr. Courtney Campbell about what anxiety-related behaviors look like in pets, especially when they're left alone, and how their nutrition, gut health, and exercise routine can impact their anxiety. Dr. Campbell also shares his top five tips to help anxious dogs, from fostering independence to keeping your homecomings low-key to talking to your vet about medication options. And don’t miss the "Ask the Expert" section where Dr. Campbell reveals whether you should FaceTime your dog while you’re away. Tune in now!   Care Experts is a weekly podcast by CareCredit where we sit down with doctors and experts who give information, tips and insight into healthcare treatments and procedures. Check in every Wednesday for new episodes at carecredit.com/careexperts or subscribe on your favorite podcast app.   CareCredit is a health, wellness and personal care credit card that has helped millions of people with promotional financing options and is accepted at hundreds of thousands of provider and retail locations nationwide. Learn more at carecredit.com.

It's Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and this week, we want to shine a light on this deeply impactful experience. Melissa and Selah welcome back Dr. Park to discuss breast reconstruction and the incredible journeys of his heroes—the breast cancer patients who face this challenging experience. Dr. Park explains the different reconstruction options, the important questions to ask, and the expectation that breast reconstruction is a journey that can take up to a year. While breast reconstruction brings symmetry to a person’s new breasts, it also helps restore a profound sense of wholeness—physically, emotionally, and mentally—to those affected. Tune in now!   Care Experts is a weekly podcast by CareCredit where we sit down with doctors and experts who give information, tips and insight into healthcare treatments and procedures. Check in every Wednesday for new episodes at carecredit.com/careexperts or subscribe on your favorite podcast app.   CareCredit is a health, wellness and personal care credit card that has helped millions of people with promotional financing options and is accepted at hundreds of thousands of provider and retail locations nationwide. Learn more at carecredit.com.

We're back with our favorite dental duo, Dr. Scott and Dr. Brian Harris! They join our hosts, Melissa and Selah, to discuss the transformative tooth solution of porcelain veneers – those magical coverings that make your smile brighter, whiter, fuller, and perfectly shaped. Did we mention they are resistant to cavities, stains, and can even restore teeth damaged by decay? The Harris brothers also share the differences between traditional and no-prep veneers, who’s a perfect fit for each, and how to help your veneers last a lifetime. And stay tuned until the end for Ask the Expert, where we answer listener questions about veneers.   Care Experts is a weekly podcast by CareCredit where we sit down with doctors and experts who give information, tips and insight into healthcare treatments and procedures. Check in every Wednesday for new episodes at carecredit.com/careexperts or subscribe on your favorite podcast app.   CareCredit is a health, wellness and personal care credit card that has helped millions of people with promotional financing options and is accepted at hundreds of thousands of provider and retail locations nationwide. Learn more at carecredit.com.

Everyone’s favorite dermatologist, TV personality, and Chief Medical Officer of LaserAway®—Dr. Will Kirby—is back and looking radiant as ever! Dr. Kirby champions skin fitness over anti-aging and just like your body, your face can get fit at any age. From Hydrafacial® to Clear and Brilliant®, microneedling, and Thermage®, discover how these treatments make can your skin smooth, soft, and supple. He also chats with Melissa and Selah about why professional treatments beat at-home fixes (spoiler alert: the more uncomfortable and the more downtime, the better the results). Plus, learn Dr. Kirby’s 3-2-1 rule for better sleep—aka the best thing you can do for your skin. Don’t miss this episode, brought to you in partnership with LaserAway!   Care Experts is a weekly podcast by CareCredit where we sit down with doctors and experts who give information, tips and insight into healthcare treatments and procedures. Check in every Wednesday for new episodes at carecredit.com/careexperts or subscribe on your favorite podcast app.   CareCredit is a health, wellness and personal care credit card that has helped millions of people with promotional financing options and is accepted at hundreds of thousands of provider and retail locations nationwide. Learn more at carecredit.com.

Did you know that hearing loss can impact your brain health? Our hosts, Melissa and Selah, welcome back expert audiologist Dr. Dana Coveney to discuss this critical connection in a deeply insightful episode. Hearing loss is gradual—you might not notice it slipping away. However, untreated hearing loss can double or even triple the risk of dementia. Keeping your ears active is essential for maintaining brain health. Listen in to understand the importance of hearing health and its impact on overall well-being.   Care Experts is a weekly podcast by CareCredit where we sit down with doctors and experts who give information, tips and insight into healthcare treatments and procedures. Check in every Wednesday for new episodes at carecredit.com/careexperts or subscribe on your favorite podcast app.   CareCredit is a health, wellness and personal care credit card that has helped millions of people with promotional financing options and is accepted at hundreds of thousands of provider and retail locations nationwide. Learn more at carecredit.com.

Tired of fumbling for your glasses or wrestling with contacts? This episode is for you! Join Melissa and Selah as they dive into vision correction with Dr. Sheri Rowen, exploring ICL, RLE, and LASIK – the superstars of clear vision. Not sure what those acronyms mean? ICL (Implantable Collamer Lens) works like internal contact lenses (and are even removable!), while RLE (Refractive Lens Exchange) can drastically reduce your need for glasses. And of course, there's the OG, popular LASIK procedure that reshapes your cornea for clear vision. But that’s not all we cover! Learn why dry eye often affects contact lens wearers and how to protect your eyes from screen time with blue light glasses and the 20-20-20 rule: every 20 minutes, look 20 feet away and blink, blink, blink! Don't miss this eye-opening episode!   Care Experts is a weekly podcast by CareCredit where we sit down with doctors and experts who give information, tips and insight into healthcare treatments and procedures. Check in every Wednesday for new episodes at carecredit.com/careexperts or subscribe on your favorite podcast app.   CareCredit is a health, wellness and personal care credit card that has helped millions of people with promotional financing options and is accepted at hundreds of thousands of provider and retail locations nationwide. Learn more at carecredit.com.

But wait, there’s more! We're back with celebrity dermatologist and Chief Medical Officer at LaserAway, Dr. Will Kirby, for Part 2 of our Aesthetic Dermatology episode. Dr. Kirby dives into two popular non-invasive treatments: CoolSculpting® and laser hair removal. Whether you're curious about the results, who's a candidate (spoiler alert: almost everybody is), or simply want to learn more about maintaining a smooth, sculpted look, Dr. Kirby has it covered. Stay tuned for our Ask the Expert segment where Dr. Kirby answers your burning questions!   Care Experts is a weekly podcast by CareCredit where we sit down with doctors and experts who give information, tips and insight into healthcare treatments and procedures. Check in every Wednesday for new episodes at carecredit.com/careexperts or subscribe on your favorite podcast app.   CareCredit is a health, wellness and personal care credit card that has helped millions of people with promotional financing options and is accepted at hundreds of thousands of provider and retail locations nationwide. Learn more at carecredit.com.

Consistency is a key to achieving that glow-up! Join celebrity dermatologist and Chief Medical Officer at LaserAway®, Dr. Will Kirby, as he reveals to our hosts, Melissa and Selah, that it’s not just about treatments—it’s about preventing skin issues and maintaining your radiant glow. In this episode, Dr. Kirby shares the secrets to smoother, firmer skin. Learn how to select the best sunblocks, master nightly retinoids for acne and anti-aging, and keep injectables natural yet effective. But that’s not all! Stick around for Part 2, dropping tomorrow, where Dr. Kirby dives into laser hair removal, CoolSculpting®, and answers all your burning questions.   Care Experts is a weekly podcast by CareCredit where we sit down with doctors and experts who give information, tips and insight into healthcare treatments and procedures. Check in every Wednesday for new episodes at carecredit.com/careexperts or subscribe on your favorite podcast app.   CareCredit is a health, wellness and personal care credit card that has helped millions of people with promotional financing options and is accepted at hundreds of thousands of provider and retail locations nationwide. Learn more at carecredit.com.

Get ready to grin! Our co-hosts, Melissa and Selah, are chatting with the dynamic duo of dentistry—brothers Dr. Scott Harris (welcome back!) and Dr. Brian Harris! These two dental experts are here to explain the tooth of the matter on oral health as we age. From water picks to wisdom teeth, forming good habits early, and why brushing smarter beats brushing harder, they’ve got your smile covered! Plus, discover how your diet, sleep, and stress levels can seriously dry out your mouth (who wants that!?). Follow their tips and your teeth will thank you!   Care Experts is a weekly podcast by CareCredit where we sit down with doctors and experts who give information, tips and insight into healthcare treatments and procedures. Check in every Wednesday for new episodes at carecredit.com/careexperts or subscribe on your favorite podcast app.   CareCredit is a health, wellness and personal care credit card that has helped millions of people with promotional financing options and is accepted at hundreds of thousands of provider and retail locations nationwide. Learn more at carecredit.com.

Join our hosts, Melissa and Selah, as they welcome back optometrist, Dr. Precious Hwang, to chat about how genetics and screen time affect our eyes, the magic of the 20-20-20 rule, and cool treatments like sleep-in contacts and FDA-approved drops, plus tips for keeping your kiddo’s vision sharp (spoiler: it involves more than just carrots). Calling all parents! Did you know kids should see an optometrist before they know their ABCs and 123s? Vision expert, Dr. Hwang, says it's key to catching and slowing nearsightedness, astigmatism, and more. You won’t want to miss this eye-opening episode!   Care Experts is a weekly podcast by CareCredit where we sit down with doctors and experts who give information, tips and insight into healthcare treatments and procedures. Check in every Wednesday for new episodes at carecredit.com/careexperts or subscribe on your favorite podcast app.   CareCredit is a health, wellness and personal care credit card that has helped millions of people with promotional financing options and is accepted at hundreds of thousands of provider and retail locations nationwide. Learn more at carecredit.com.

This week, it's all about puppy care! Join our hosts, Melissa and Selah, as they welcome back veterinarian, Dr. Kathy, to get the scoop on why early habits stick, how to distract your pup from finger and toe-biting, and how to help keep them entertained. Dr. Kathy covers essential health care including first exams and vaccinations, and shares tips on socializing your pup to avoid any future doggy drama. She even covers how to stop barking (without losing your mind), choosing toys, and housebreaking like a pro. Did you think we forgot crate training? Microchipping? No chance! Dr. Kathy really dives deep in this episode to share everything that can help with raising a happy, healthy puppy!   Care Experts is a weekly podcast by CareCredit where we sit down with doctors and experts who give information, tips and insight into healthcare treatments and procedures. Check in every Wednesday for new episodes at carecredit.com/careexperts or subscribe on your favorite podcast app.   CareCredit is a health, wellness and personal care credit card that has helped millions of people with promotional financing options and is accepted at hundreds of thousands of provider and retail locations nationwide. Learn more at carecredit.com.

Join our hosts, Melissa and Selah, as they welcome Dr. Scott Harris, who’s here to prove that keeping your teeth in tip-top shape doesn’t have to be a drag—in fact, it can be a downright confidence boost! Get ready to hear how routine dental exams are simpler than you think (Spoiler alert: it's just x-rays and a cleaning. Easy peasy!) and why seeing your dentist every six months can save you from bigger problems down the road. Dr. Scott also spills the secrets to making dental health fun and stress-free for the kiddos, setting them up for a lifetime of healthy smiles. And for those with dentist phobia? No worries, Dr. Scott’s got your back! Learn how to make your visit as comfy as possible: wear your favorite comfy outfit, bring headphones, and listen to a podcast (like Care Experts, wink). So, tune in for tips to keep your smile bright, boost your confidence, and embrace the power of a healthy smile!    Care Experts is a weekly podcast by CareCredit where we sit down with doctors and experts who give information, tips and insight into healthcare treatments and procedures. Check in every Wednesday for new episodes at carecredit.com/careexperts or subscribe on your favorite podcast app.   CareCredit is a health, wellness and personal care credit card that has helped millions of people with promotional financing options and is accepted at hundreds of thousands of provider and retail locations nationwide. Learn more at carecredit.com.

Did you know some hearing aids can act as your headphones, track your fitness and steps, and can even do live language translation? We sure didn’t either until our hosts, Melissa and Selah, chatted with board-certified audiologist, Dr. Dana Coveney! This week we dove into hearing loss and impairment, protecting your precious hearing, and the latest hearing aid technology. So, turn up the volume… to a safe level that is (85 decibels or lower) and get ready to have your mind blown—and protect those eardrums. AND don’t miss the Ask The Expert segment where Dr. Coveney answers listener questions!    Care Experts is a weekly podcast by CareCredit where we sit down with doctors and experts who give information, tips and insight into healthcare treatments and procedures. Check in every Wednesday for new episodes at carecredit.com/careexperts or subscribe on your favorite podcast app.   CareCredit is a health, wellness and personal care credit card that has helped millions of people with promotional financing options and is accepted at hundreds of thousands of provider and retail locations nationwide. Learn more at carecredit.com.

Join our hosts, Melissa and Selah as they welcome back fan-favorite veterinarian, Dr. Kathy Wiederkehr (Wentworth), and chat about having fun in the sun with your doggo. Get ready for some tail-wagging tips on sun protection (doggy booties, anyone?), hiking adventures, and traveling with your best furry friend. Plus, she shares the dos and don’ts of pool safety – because not every pup is a natural-born swimmer. So, grab your sunnies, and let’s dive into this special summer episode!     Care Experts is a weekly podcast by CareCredit where we sit down with doctors and experts who give information, tips and insight into healthcare treatments and procedures. Check in every Wednesday for new episodes at carecredit.com/careexperts or subscribe on your favorite podcast app.   CareCredit is a health, wellness and personal care credit card that has helped millions of people with promotional financing options and is accepted at hundreds of thousands of provider and retail locations nationwide. Learn more at carecredit.com.