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ZVerse and Forecast 3D Form Partnership for CAD as a Service


Customers often hit roadblocks to manufacturing when their files are not manufacture-ready. ZVerse will complement Forecast 3D’s in-house design team, making it even easier for customers to quickly get 100% guaranteed manufacturable 3D files.

ZVerse Inc., developer of the only CAD as a Service (CADaaS) platform for digital manufacturing, has joined forces with Forecast 3D, one of the world’s fastest-growing digital manufacturers, to provide ZVerse’s CAD as a Service platform to the manufacturer’s customers.

This strategic partnership will give Forecast 3D customers direct access to the CADaaS platform on the Forecast 3D website. It will make ZVerse’s AI-enabled system and network of certified 3D designers available to customers of Forecast 3D. These design services include creating a 3D file from an idea or 2D image, optimizing an existing file for manufacturing, or scanning an object and creating a guaranteed manufacturable file.

“Customers often hit roadblocks to manufacturing when their files are not manufacture-ready. ZVerse will complement Forecast 3D’s in-house design team, making it even easier for customers to quickly get 100% guaranteed manufacturable 3D files,” said John Carrington, founder and CEO of ZVerse. “Forecast 3D has long been at the forefront of adopting new technology. We are pleased that our CADaaS platform is now among the solutions offered to its customers.”

Carlsbad, California-based Forecast 3D was founded in 1994 by brothers Corey and Donovan Weber.

“Customer service is fundamental to the company’s growth and ongoing success,” said Ken Burns, vice president commercial for Forecast 3D. “ZVerse’s CADaaS dovetails perfectly since customers using the service never leave the Forecast 3D online system to gain a seamless customer experience. ZVerse CADaaS helps us earn new customers and decreases our customer acquisition costs.”

Forecast 3D recently made a list of the largest additive manufacturers in the United States. Its services range from its proprietary ProCAST RTV urethane casting process to multi jet fusion, PolyJet, several other 3D processes, CNC, hybrid tooling and injection molding. ZVerse CADaaS can provide guaranteed manufacturable files for any of the processes Forecast 3D offers at the scale needed for one of the fastest-growing digital manufacturers.

About ZVerse: ZVerse bridges the design gap for digital manufacturers at scale through our AI-enabled CAD as a Service (CADaaS) platform and certified designer network. Our modular solution of services, fully configurable to specific customer needs, aims to disrupt the traditional manufacturing landscape with vast efficiency by providing the fastest path from idea to finished product. To learn more, visit http://www.zverse.com, connect on LinkedIn or email info@zverse.com.

About Forecast 3D: Forecast 3D was founded in 1994 by brothers Corey and Donovan Weber, in a small garage with a single machine. Today, with over 45 industrial 3D printers in-house and three facilities, Forecast 3D services companies of all sizes across all industries. Offering a diverse range of additive manufacturing technologies – with HP’s Multi Jet Fusion, FDM (fused deposition modeling), DMLS (direct metal laser sintering), SLA (stereolithography), PolyJet, as well as urethane casting and CNC machining services – Forecast 3D emphasizes their focus on the customer and the quality of parts delivered. In October 2019 Forecast 3D was acquired by GKN Powder Metallurgy, the world’s largest producer of metal powder and parts.

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Farlong Pharmaceutical Completes Three-Year Clinical Trial to Determine Effects of Farlong NotoGinseng™


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Just in time for American Heart Health Month, Farlong Pharmaceutical, a vertically integrated, plant-based ingredient and supplement company, announces the clinical trial results from a randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind, parallel study on one hundred healthy adults to determine the effect of Farlong NotoGinseng™ (Farlong Ginseng Plus® Panax Notoginseng extract) on cholesterol and blood pressure, conducted December 2016 through June 2019.

The findings of this study demonstrate that Farlong NotoGinseng™ (Farlong Ginseng Plus® Panax Notoginseng extract) supplementation is well tolerated and has a positive influence on reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease by decreasing blood pressure and selectively increasing HDL-C.

Sponsored by Farlong Pharmaceutical and conducted by KGK Science, Inc., the primary objective was the difference in serum LDL-C from baseline to week 12 between Farlong NotoGinseng™ and placebo after 12 weeks of supplementation. The secondary objectives were the difference in serum LDL-C, blood pressure, triglycerides, HDL-C, total cholesterol and in endothelial vasodilation as measured by the EndoPAT from baseline to week eight and week 12 between Farlong NotoGinseng™ and placebo.

Over a 12-week period, the participants were given one serving (two capsules) of the investigational product or placebo to take orally at the same time every day, 30 minutes before a meal for 84 days.

The results showed a significant decrease in serum LDL-C in Farlong NotoGinseng™ group from baseline to week eight. LDL Cholesterol is sometimes called the “bad” cholesterol because a high LDL level leads to a buildup of cholesterol in people’s arteries. There was a slight increase in serum HDL-C following 12 weeks of supplementation with Farlong NotoGinseng™. HDL (high-density lipoproteins) cholesterol is the “good” cholesterol. There were also within-group decreases in both systolic and diastolic blood pressures.

The placebo group had increases in systolic and diastolic blood pressures and a decrease in serum HDL-C. Clinicians suggest that if left unaddressed, these participants may progress to a disease state, and even a small reduction in blood pressure is clinically meaningful in populations at risk for developing cardiovascular diseases.

To review the full clinical study and results, please contact info@farlong.com or (888) 327-5664.

Farlong NotoGinseng™ is designed to help maintain normal health of the cardiovascular system. The capsule consists of highly concentrated pharmaceutical grade Ginseng Plus® Panax Notoginseng extract, containing high potency notoginsenoside R1, ginsenoside Rb1, ginsenoside Rg1, which are the most active components along with other minor ginsenosides, such as ginsenoside Rd, Re, Rb2 and Rg3, ext. to nutritionally support healthy heart function, blood circulation, and performance.

For more than 20 years, Farlong has created products using natural and herbal ingredients to promote a healthy and natural life, focusing on top quality ingredients and ancient Chinese roots. Farlong produces Panax Notoginseng from seed to shelf, beginning at their 6,000-acre GAP farm located in Yunnan Province, where 75% of world’s medicinal botanicals originate from. The geographical area of the farm’s location is known for harvesting specific medicinal Chinese herbs, proven to benefit the health and improvement for a variety of health conditions. Farlong combines traditional processing methods with the most advanced techniques, ensuring that all decoction ingredients are transferred to full-spectrum concentrated ingredients while achieving greater levels of stability and effectiveness.

About Farlong Pharmaceutical:

Since 1998, Farlong Pharmaceutical has combined ancient Oriental medicine and modern technology to create a line of natural and safe products that promote a healthy life. Farlong is a vertically integrated herbal ingredient and supplement company with its own GAP (Good Agricultural Practice) certified cultivation base, cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practice), certified manufacturing facilities and distribution channels for its unique and effective ingredients and formulas, including InnerPure® for colon detoxing, Lifeflower® breviscapine for cognitive health, Ginseng Plus® Panax Notoginseng™ extract for heart health and AstaBest™ Astaxanthin for antioxidant nutrition. For more information, visit Farlong.com for supplements and 300+ ingredients, and follow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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VirTrial Expands Internationally with a Fully Scalable Global Telemedicine Platform and a 31 Country Network of Virtual Trial Capable Research Sites


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Our VCM platform and network of trained research professionals provide a unique opportunity for sponsors and CROs to develop more expansive studies than what has been possible in the past.

VirTrial today announced its international expansion with a newly appointed International Director of Business Development, a network of virtual trial capable research sites across 31 countries, policies supporting GDPR compliance, and product enhancements that support language translation into any left to right reading language.

Recognizing the need to support VirTrial’s customers around the globe, Emil Hoeck has been named International Director of Business Development and will be based in Denmark. Hoeck’s CRO and site background makes him an ideal candidate to manage company interests abroad including strategic customer and site relationships across Europe and new international partnerships.

VirTrial’s Virtual Care Management (VCM) platform is HIPAA, HITECH and Privacy Shield Compliant and VirTrial has implemented policies to support GDPR compliance. The mobile app and web interface can be translated and displayed into any left to right reading language worldwide.

“Clinical research requires collaboration at a global level and the ability to recruit a diverse representation of patients from around the world,” said Mark Hanley, VirTrial CEO. “Our VCM platform and network of trained research professionals provide a unique opportunity for sponsors and CROs to develop more expansive studies than what has been possible in the past.”

VirTrial provides free ‘Virtual Trial Capable’ training for any interested clinical research site globally and has certified more than 1000 clinical research professionals across 31 countries.

About VirTrial

VirTrial is a telemedicine company providing a stable, long-standing virtual care management (VCM) platform to transform the clinical trial industry. The platform combines video, text, and email allowing pharmaceutical companies and CROs to create patient centric Decentralized Clinical Trials (DCTs) by replacing some study visits with virtual visits. The vision is for 25-50% of visits to be conducted virtually creating a hybrid model. This model is ideally suited for Phase III/Phase IV trials where patient compliance can be assessed from any location. The VirTrial app is supported on any device (Android, Apple, tablet, computer) and can be used by any site. It is hosted in a secure cloud-based environment and is HIPAA and GDPR compliant.

VirTrial enables greater accessibility to trials for patients, higher performance by clinical trial sites, and improved outcomes for pharmaceutical companies. Working together we can bring better medications to market more quickly.

To learn more about VirTrial, visit https://www.virtrial.com.

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Contemporary Features Highlight the New Carson Buffet from Brandenberry Amish Furniture


The trendy Carson Buffet is custom-built by Amish cabinetmakers using solid hardwood.

With its trendy features and Amish construction, the Carson Buffet is a superb choice for homeowners looking for quality Amish solid hardwood dining room furniture.

The contemporary-styled Carson Buffet enhances the growing lineup of modern furniture available from Brandenberry Amish Furniture of Shipshewana, Indiana.

In creating the Carson Buffet, Amish designers and cabinetmakers included a number of features that give the piece a modern vibe. These features include clean, uncluttered lines, flush panel doors and drawers plus sleek nickel hardware that contrasts with the dark stain.

Other contemporary elements are frosted glass doors, glass shelves and touch lights. With pieces like glassware or figurines on the shelves, the lights give the buffet the feel of an upscale curio cabinet.

“With its trendy features and Amish construction, the Carson Buffet is a superb choice for homeowners looking for quality Amish solid hardwood dining room furniture,” says Floyd Eash, furniture consultant at Brandenberry Furniture.

At 72 inches wide by 33 inches high and 19 inches deep, the Carson Buffet has lots of storage space.

As with other items from Brandenberry Amish Furniture, the Carson Buffet is handcrafted by Amish cabinetmakers. Also, these craftsmen use quality regional hardwoods, such as cherry, oak, maple and hickory. As a result, the piece is sturdy, durable – and heirloom-quality. In addition, the buffet is available stained or unfinished, and customers can specify the wood specie, finish and hardware.

The Carson Buffet can be ordered online. Or, customers can visit Brandenberry’s ‘brick and mortar’ store in Shipshewana, Indiana.

About Brandenberry Amish Furniture

Brandenberry Amish Furniture is located at 1045 N. State Road 5 in Shipshewana, at the intersection of State Road 5 and US 20, near the Indiana Toll Road. The store is open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and by appointment.

Brandenberry Furniture opened its doors in 2008. The Brandenberry Furniture concept allows customers to design the furniture of their dreams…to explore the rich woods and stains that only nature can offer. Nothing matches the feel, the smell and the weight of hickory, oak, cherry, maple…real woods that come to life in an Amish handcrafted piece. They are meant to last a lifetime and beyond.

Whether a customer’s favorite style is Mission, Traditional, Modern or something in between, if Brandenberry Furniture doesn’t carry it, their craftsmen will build it to specification.

Brandenberry Furniture offers everything from bedroom and dining collections to home accessories, patio and exclusive furniture pieces. Browse our easy-to-use website with detailed photographs and information, and you’ll find furniture categorized by room (including family room, dining room, bedroom, office, children’s) as well as by wood species (including oak, hickory, cherry, elm, maple, pine and cedar) and style.

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Why Drivers Should Carefully Read The Car Insurance Contract Before Signing It


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“Before signing any contract, it really pays to have a closer look at the contract. Check for exclusions and hidden fees,” said Russell Rabichev, Marketing Director of Internet Marketing Company.

Drivers should realize that before signing a contract, they must carefully read it. Dedicate some time to analyze all details and do not hesitate to ask for assistance when something seems unclear or suspicious.

Carefully analyze the “Declarations” section. This section can cover one or more pages and it is one of the most important parts of the whole contract. Here are listed the item or items that are covered by the contract. Furthermore, here is presented the period of the contract and coverage amount. Pay attention to certain terms, including the timeframe in which the policyholder must inform the insurer about any accidents.

The Named Insured is where the driver will have to write his address, phone number, email address and other related details. Furthermore, there is a section dedicated to the insured vehicle or vehicles, where multiple details must also be added. Make sure to provide correct data. Any discrepancy may lead to a claim denial or even being dropped by the insurance company

Carefully look for coverage exclusions. They stipulate what events will not be covered under the current policy. For example, comprehensive coverage will not cover the insured if the car is vandalized or stolen. Also, most companies inform that the driver should not customize the car without announcing them in advance.

Compare-autoinsurance.org is an online provider of life, home, health, and auto insurance quotes. This website is unique because it does not simply stick to one kind of insurance provider, but brings the clients the best deals from many different online insurance carriers. In this way, clients have access to offers from multiple carriers all in one place: this website. On this site, customers have access to quotes for insurance plans from various agencies, such as local or nationwide agencies, brand names insurance companies, etc.

For more information, please visit http://compare-autoinsurance.org

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Roth Staffing Companies Wins ClearlyRated’s 2020 Best of Staffing Awards


Best of Staffing logos over celebrating coworkers from Roth Staffing Companies.

Roth Staffing Companies wins 2020 Best of Staffing awards.

Roth Staffing’s four participating business lines achieved an average Net Promoter® Score of 68.2% from candidates, compared to an industry average of 24%. On the client side, Roth Staffing business lines received an average of 81.5%, significantly higher than the -2% industry average.

Roth Staffing Companies is awarded both the Best of Staffing® Client Award and Talent Award by ClearlyRated for a 10th consecutive year. Less than 1% of staffing firms earn a Best of Staffing® award, even fewer receive both awards. All of Roth Staffing’s specialized business lines, Ultimate Staffing, Ledgent Finance & Accounting, Adams & Martin Group and Ledgent Technology each individually won Best of Staffing Client and Talent Awards this year for providing superior service to their business clients and candidates.

ClearlyRated’s award is one of the most prestigious in the staffing industry as a result of the largest global satisfaction survey. On average, winning firms are 3.3 times more likely to have completely satisfied clients and 1.7 times more likely to have completely satisfied candidates compared to non-winning firms.

Roth Staffing’s four participating business lines achieved an average Net Promoter® Score of 68.2% from candidates, compared to an industry average of 24%. On the client side, Roth Staffing business lines received an average of 81.5%, significantly higher than the -2% industry average.

“Now more than ever, it is important for staffing firms to deliver consistently remarkable experiences to the clients and talent they work with,” said ClearlyRated’s CEO Eric Gregg. “This year’s Best of Staffing winners have shown their commitment to exceptional service, committing to not only measuring satisfaction, but taking action on the feedback. I couldn’t be more proud to showcase these industry leaders alongside feedback from their actual clients and candidates on ClearlyRated.com and applaud them for their commitment to making improvements at their respective firms!”

Roth Staffing’s success is greatly due to the organization’s commitment to coworker engagement and a supportive workplace for all. The company was ranked by Fortune magazine as #1 on the Best Workplaces for Women list in 2018, and #1 on the 2017 list of Best Workplaces for Consulting & Professional Services. Roth Staffing was also named a Best Staffing Firm to Work For by Staffing Industry Analysts and received a 2019 Stevie Award for Employer of the Year.

About Best of Staffing

ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing® Award is the only award in the U.S. and Canada that recognizes staffing agencies that have proven superior service quality based entirely on ratings provided by their clients and job candidates. Award winners are showcased by city and area of expertise on ClearlyRated.com – an online business directory that helps buyers of professional services find service leaders and vet prospective firms – based exclusively on validated client and talent ratings and testimonials.

About Roth Staffing Companies

Roth Staffing Companies is one of the largest privately-held staffing companies in the country, operating from more than 100 locations in 21 states via five specialized business lines: Ultimate Staffing Services, Ledgent Finance & Accounting, Adams & Martin Group, Ledgent Technology, and About Talent.

Roth Staffing Companies has locations in Arizona: Phoenix; California: Brea, Carlsbad, Century City, Cerritos, Costa Mesa, Fremont, Fresno, Fontana, Gardena, Irvine, La Jolla, Los Angeles, Ontario, Oxnard, Pasadena, Pleasanton, Roseville, Sacramento, San Diego, San Francisco, San Jose, Santa Ana, Torrance, Woodland Hills; Colorado: Denver; Connecticut: Hartford, New Haven; Washington D.C.; Florida: Boca Raton, Clearwater, Ft. Lauderdale, Orlando, Tampa, West Palm Beach; Georgia: Atlanta; Maryland: Baltimore, Columbia, Frederick, Rockville, Timonium; Massachusetts: Boston; Michigan: Detroit; Minnesota: Bloomington; Missouri: St. Louis; Nevada: Las Vegas; New Hampshire: Nashua; New Jersey: Paramus; North Carolina: Raleigh; Oregon: Portland; Texas: Austin, Dallas, Houston, San Antonio; Utah: Salt Lake City; Virginia: Arlington.

Visit http://www.rothstaffing.com for more information or call (714) 939-8600.

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RMA of Connecticut Announces Doctorate Achievements for Dr. Amy Matton and Dr. Elaine Malin in the Area of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine


RMA of Connecticut Acupuncturists Dr. Amy Matton, DACM, L.Ac. and Dr. Elaine Malin, DACM, L.Ac. receive Doctorate degrees.

RMA of Connecticut Acupuncturists Dr. Amy Matton, DACM, L.Ac. and Dr. Elaine Malin, DACM, L.Ac. receive Doctorate degrees from Pacific College of Health and Science.

“We want to congratulate and acknowledge Dr. Amy Matton and Dr. Elaine Malin for their achievements and dedication in the field of acupuncture and Chinese Medicine,” says Robin Mangieri, CEO of RMA of Connecticut.

RMA of Connecticut, a leading fertility practice whose exceptional quality and care helps couples and individuals grow their family, has announced that Dr. Amy Matton, DACM, L.Ac. and Dr. Elaine Malin, DACM, L.Ac., have received Doctorate degrees in acupuncture and Chinese Medicine from Pacific College of Health and Science. The doctoral degree focused on increasing clinical skills, patient-centered care, working integratively with Western medicine, and evidence-based practice. As the demand for patient-centered integrative care in the field of fertility increases, Dr. Matton and Dr. Malin will continue to provide patients with natural evidence-based care.

“We want to congratulate and acknowledge Dr. Amy Matton and Dr. Elaine Malin for their achievements and dedication in the field of acupuncture and Chinese Medicine,” says Robin Mangieri, CEO of RMA of Connecticut. “We combine the best science has to offer through our esteemed fertility doctors along with our expansive integrative fertility and wellness programs to provide our patients with the best care all under one roof.”

Acupuncture can increase fertility by lowering stress and anxiety, increasing blood flow to the reproductive organs, and balancing the endocrine system. It can also increase a couple’s chances of conceiving by helping to keep the normal flow of energy unblocked. RMA of Connecticut was involved in a landmark study indicating pre and post embryo transfer laser acupuncture improves embryo implantation rates by up to 15%.

Dr. Amy Matton, DACM, L.Ac. has been providing traditional and laser acupuncture to women undergoing treatment for infertility at RMA of Connecticut for 15 years. She also serves as the Coordinator for the Integrated Fertility and Wellness Programs (IFW) at RMA of Connecticut. She is a graduate of Pacific College of Health and Science with a doctoral degree in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, a licensed acupuncturist and certified herbalist. Dr. Matton’s areas of expertise include women’s health and fertility issues, pain management, anxiety, stress, and adjunctive cancer care.

Dr. Elaine M. Malin, DACM, L.Ac. is a licensed acupuncturist and certified herbalist who has worked with RMA of Connecticut patients for seven years. A general practitioner with a broad range of experience, Dr. Malin has specialized training and experience in women’s health issues including fertility and pregnancy, as well as in treating anxiety, stress, and their physical manifestations.

RMA of Connecticut is a leader in integrated fertility and wellness with an emphasis on the mind, body, and spirit, which boosts overall health, improves success rates, and enhances the patient experience. To learn more, visit RMACT.com.

About RMA of Connecticut

RMA of Connecticut is a leader in fertility care, specializing in a range of infertility treatments. Our assisted reproductive technologies (ART) include intrauterine insemination (IUI), in-vitro fertilization (IVF) and pre-implantation genetic testing (PGT). RMA of Connecticut is Fairfield County’s largest fertility clinic and egg donation center. Through RMA of Connecticut’s Integrated Fertility and Wellness Center, we offer nutrition counseling, individual and couples psychological counseling, acupuncture and yoga, as well as financing and support services for our patients going through infertility treatment.

Our internationally recognized Gay Parents To Be® program at RMA of Connecticut specializes in LGBTQ family building. For the last three years, RMA of Connecticut has been recognized as a Leader in Healthcare Equality by the Human Rights Campaign.

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Macintosh Version Just Released In ezPaycheck Payroll Software For Entrepreneurs


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ezPaycheck Now Available in Both MAC and Windows Versions For Customer Accommodation

ezPaycheck payroll software from Halfpricesoft.com is now available to Macintosh customers new to payroll processing.

Halfpricesoft.com realizes new business owners have enough to worry about without adding payroll headaches to the mix. ezPaycheck has just been released in a MAC version to assist entrepreneurs in processing payroll, in house for less.

“ezPaycheck payroll software from Halfpricesoft.com is now available to Macintosh customers new to payroll processing,” Halfpricesoft.com Founder, Dr. Ge stated.

Halfpricesoft.com sales team has also announced an ezPaycheck holiday promotion for a limited time for both Windows and Mac operating systems. Potential customers can start using the program for $99.00 per calendar year for a single user version.

Customers seeking a way to simplify payroll processing with more accuracy can go online to https://www.halfpricesoft.com/index.asp and download the payroll software. The download includes the full version of the paycheck software along with a sample database. The sample database allows new customers to try all of ezPaycheck’s unique features, including the intuitive graphical interface.

In-house payroll processing and tax reporting is easier and less expensive with ezPaycheck payroll solution. Download for up to 30 days at http://www.halfpricesoft.com/index.asp, with no obligation or risk.

The main features include but are not limited to:

  • Supports multiple differential pay rates such as: hourly, salary, night shift, by piece, by load, or by mileage rates for employees
  • Supports multiple accounts at no additional charge
  • Supports network access for 2-10 users
  • Supports daily, weekly, biweekly, semimonthly and monthly payroll periods. Features report functions, print functions, and pay stub functions
  • Prints miscellaneous checks as well as payroll calculation checks
  • Prints payroll checks on blank computer checks or preprinted checks
  • Includes built-in tax tables for all 50 states and the District of Columbia
  • Creates and maintains payroll for multiple companies, and does it simultaneously
  • Prints Tax Forms 940, 941, W2 and W3 (Please note: Copy A preprinted forms required for W2 and W3)


Halfpricseoft.com invites potential customers to download and test the in-house payroll application for compatibility at https://www.halfpricesoft.com/index.asp

About halfpricesoft.com

Halfpricesoft.com is a leading provider of small business software, including online and desktop payroll software, online employee attendance tracking software, accounting software, in-house business and personal check printing software, W2, software, 1099 software, Accounting software, 1095 form software and ezACH direct deposit software. Software from halfpricesoft.com is trusted by thousands of customers and will help small business owners simplify payroll processing and streamline business management.

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Drs. Steven Krakora and Brandon Humberger Offer Complimentary Virtual Consultations for Dental Implants and Cosmetic Dentistry in Steubenville, OH


Drs. Steven Krakora and Brandon Humberger, Oral Surgeons in Steubenville, OH

Drs. Steven Krakora and Brandon Humberger Offer Complimentary Virtual Consultations

Our patients can have incredible outcomes with teeth that are better than they had before.

Patients can now receive complimentary virtual consultations with the oral and maxillofacial surgeons at Western Pennsylvania & Ohio Valley Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery from the comfort and convenience of their own home. Virtual consultations allow the doctors to review a patient’s condition and respond with general treatment plans, expectations and pricing options. After these virtual consultations, patients can schedule in-person appointments for dental implants, wisdom tooth extractions, or other oral surgery appointments at the Steubenville, OH or Washington, PA practice locations.

“Our patients can have incredible outcomes with teeth that are better than they had before,” says oral and maxillofacial surgeon, Dr. Steven Krakora, about replacing missing teeth with dental implants. “We inform patients about the process, about bone grafting and about dental implants, so we can help patients heal and find a better quality of life.”

Even if treatment is highly necessary, for many patients, finding the time to schedule an in-office appointment can be challenging, especially if they’re from out of town. To help these busy patients get their questions answered and learn about their options, Dr. Krakora and Dr. Brandon Humberger are offering complimentary virtual consultations that can be completed anywhere. Patients simply have to visit http://www.westernpaoms.com and upload a picture of their smile or their current x-rays and tell the oral surgeons what they want their dream smile to look like. The doctors will review the images and respond with treatment options, what they can expect and financing options to make the treatments more affordable. With this knowledge, patients can then book in-person appointments to receive the care they need.

Oral and maxillofacial surgery can include both cosmetic and functional treatments. For those missing teeth or who have failing or damaged teeth, dental implants can be used to restore both function and appearance to the smile. Dental implants mimic the function of natural teeth, stimulating the jawbone and allowing patients to chew and eat properly, but they also look natural within the smile. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons also specialize in wisdom teeth extraction, an often-complex surgery that involves removing impacted teeth in hard-to-reach areas of the mouth. For purely cosmetic treatments, patients who have experienced facial trauma or who are dissatisfied with their facial appearance can improve the aesthetics of their face through facial trauma treatment, jaw surgery, soft tissue treatments or BOTOX®.

Patients in need of dental implants or other advanced surgical care can now receive an expert’s opinion from the comfort of their own home. Patients can request a complimentary virtual consultation in Steubenville, OH and Washington, PA by visiting the website http://www.westernpaoms.com. In-person appointments can also be made by calling the offices at 724-223-0579 for the Washington location or 740-264-5300 for the Steubenville location.

About the Oral Surgeons

Western Pennsylvania & Ohio Valley Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery restore smiles and lives of patients in Washington, PA and Steubenville, OH. With over 15 years of experience, board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon, Dr. Steven Krakora, is the head of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Washington Hospital. He is a member of many prestigious organizations, including the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, the American Dental Association, and the Pennsylvania Dental Association, and he has been published in major medical journals. Dr. Brandon Humberger received his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the University of Pittsburgh, where he received the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Radiology Award. He is now a Clinical Assistant Professor of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh. The staff at Western Pennsylvania & Ohio Valley Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery is dedicated to changing lives by changing smiles, and prides themselves on ensuring that patients receive constant care throughout every stage of their treatment. The practice has offices in two locations, with one in Washington, PA and one in Steubenville, OH. To learn more about Drs. Krakora and Humberger and the services they offer, visit http://www.westernpaoms.com, or call 724-223-0579 for the Washington, PA office or 740-264-5300 for the Steubenville, OH office.

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Book shares a blueprint to prepare for an upcoming marriage, improve an existing marriage or repair a past marriage


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Donna Pryor was saddened by the number of her family members and friends who were getting a divorce and the effects it was having on their children. She wanted people to learn how to renew, refresh and restore marriage to God’s design, which led her to write, “Bone of My Bones and Flesh of My Flesh: A Twenty-One-Day Marriage-Building Devotional” (published by WestBow Press).

In this insightful, practical daily devotional, Pryor shares a blueprint to prepare for an upcoming marriage, improve an existing marriage, or to repair past damage. Each reading concludes with the same questions such as “What do you hear God saying to you? What do you want to say to God? What is one thing your spouse did yesterday that you appreciated? What did you do yesterday to show your spouse that you loved him or her?”

“In marriage and in life, we tend to lose sight of our purpose; thus, we lose sight of our priorities. Where are your spouse and your spouse’s happiness on your priority list? If they are set at number two, after God, you are on the right track. If you cannot figure it out, you are holding the right book,” Pryor says. “Your marriage is important to God and His plan for your life and the lives of your immediate family members.”

No matter how readers choose to use “Bone of My Bones and Flesh of My Flesh: A Twenty-One-Day Marriage-Building Devotional,” Pryor prays that they let go of themselves and let the Holy Spirit lead them and their spouse into an Eden mindset. For more details about the book, please visit https://www.amazon.com/Bone-Bones-Flesh-Twenty-One-Day-Marriage-Building/dp/1973676796.

“Bone of My Bones and Flesh of My Flesh: A Twenty-One-Day Marriage-Building Devotional”

By Donna Pryor

Hardcover | 6 x 9in | 108 pages | ISBN 9781973676812

Softcover | 6 x 9in | 108 pages | ISBN 9781973676799

E-Book | 108 pages | ISBN 9781973676805

Available at Amazon and Barnes & Noble

About the Author

Donna Pryor has served in leadership and teaching roles in several Family Life Department ministries at her church. When she is not serving in ministry or working as a clinical research professional, she enjoys crossing destinations off her bucket list, exploring new cuisines, and spending quality time with family. She lives in Maryland with her husband and two children.

WestBow Press is a strategic supported self-publishing alliance between HarperCollins Christian Publishing and Author Solutions, LLC — the world leader in supported self-publishing. Titles published through WestBow Press are evaluated for sales potential and considered for publication through Thomas Nelson and Zondervan. For more information, visit http://www.westbowpress.com or call (866)-928-1240.

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