We’re gearing up for a fashion adventure this season, and what better place than Elna’s Dress Shop in Solvang to lead the way with our glamorous and fabulous take on style for you. Since spring is officially here, take a look at our new arrivals.

We definitely can help with wardrobe planning, always keeping in mind what is best for you, our customer.
Color, size, fit, versatility for work, casual or dressy. What makes a great fashion image? Proper fit, good color, and great proportion for your age, size and height. For “fashion lovers,” spring cleaning is inevitable — we are ready to put winter dressing away. This is a good time to look over the clothes you didn’t wear and donate them to a charity. Out with the old and hardly worn, and in with the new seasons pieces.

The classic pairing of black and white adds sophistication to black prints and graphic punch to knits and stripes.

Also, black and gold is a striking combo and can take you from work to an evening get-together. For spring you will be seeing matching floral bouquets, contrasting prints and textures, and crayola-bright colors to mix-and-match prints.

We cannot forget the natural selection of beige and khaki and soft versions of brighter hues for prints, patterns and knits. What can I say about denim?

Denim fabrics go with everything, and have continued for many years. You can’t go wrong with deep shades of indigo and/or navy denim. When in doubt, bring in your favorite pieces from home and our staff will assist in helping you build your spring wardrobe. Visit us soon. All sale merchandise is 50% off regular prices. Come in now for the best selection. Elna’s Dress Shop is located at 1673 Copenhagen Drive in the heart of Solvang, and open Monday, closed Tuesday, open Wednesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Looking forward to seeing you!

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The modern diet is filled primarily with processed foods and medications. Because of this, it is also filled with obesity, digestive issues, and a variety of diseases. The majority of people are also eating far too much food but ironically, not getting nearly as much nutrition as they need — their bodies are actually starving. These processed foods are a major threat to the beneficial bacteria, called probiotics, in your body, and help take you down a very unhealthful road. 

Probiotics are an extremely important element of health. They populate your gut, have a profound effect on your gastrointestinal and immune system, keep your weight down, detoxify your system, and improve and maintain your overall health. 

You can find probiotics in a lot of foods and in capsule form, but the easiest delivery for your body is within fermented foods which are very easy to make yourself. You can even ferment what you grow organically in your own backyard garden, making it very low in cost.

Korean Dr. Kuk Moon Park uses the fermentation process to create his own probiotics that he administers to cancer patients and others with serious health problems that are no longer responsive to conventional treatment in hospitals. He ferments the wild plants that grow in the organic fields where he lives in the mountains of Korea. Patients come to his retreat for a seven-day fast, detoxifying their bodies with his seasonal mixtures. He has yielded excellent results with this process.

Eating fermented food is an ancient practice that fell out of tradition for one reason or another. It was very common during Roman times, in ancient Indian society, Asian cultures, and Eastern European countries. Fermentation increases the nutrition in a food source. For instance, if you have one gram of nutrition in one fresh apple, the fermentation process increases the nutrients of that apple 10 times. Because of this, your body is fed as it wants to be fed and requires less food. When you’re eating less food, your organs don’t need to work as hard, and they retain their energy to extend your health and life.

Fermenting is a very creative process as there is no exact recipe for doing so. It can depend on the environment of your home (warmer environments ferment things faster), your preference to sweet or sour, and your personal taste regarding fruits and vegetables. (Seasonal foods are best, but not required.) You can ferment only one fruit or vegetable or a mixture of several different ones. It all depends on what you like best. (Fermenting animal products like dairy is not recommended for health.)

There are several ways to ferment fruits or vegetables, but Koreans keep it simple by just adding sugar to the mixture. Sugar acts as a pre-biotic — in other words, an immediate and accessible food for the microflora of bacteria. Be certainthat the sugar you get is organic from sugar cane (not sugar beets as they are most commonly genetically modified) and as minimally processed as possible. Something like sucanat or muscovado sugar is recommended as it retains the sugar cane’s mineral-rich molasses but is not an absolute must. 

It is recommended to use a clay bowl/jar (because the clay is a breathable material, allowing oxygen to travel throughout its walls) for this process, but you can begin with a glass container as you feel your way through the first several tries. You should try small batches at first until you discover a recipe you enjoy, and then you can enlarge the batch to supply your whole family. (Be mindful of the batch. If it tastes toxic, throw it out. It is easily contaminated by flies, extreme weather, and the like.)

In this clay bowl/jar, add fresh, organic (very important), and clean fruits or vegetables that have been diced small. The standard recipe is to use half of the weight of fruits/vegetables of sugar, so if you are using ½ pound of strawberries, use ¼ pound of sugar. Pour the sugar over the fruit/vegetable and mix to incorporate the sugar throughout. Seal the jar with a breathable type of material that keeps flies out, such as a piece of cotton, kept taut on the bowl/jar with a large elastic band or the like. Leave it on your counter and stir once per day. 

You will see the fermentation process in action as there will be a bubbling happening throughout the mixture. After three days you can begin using it or you can taste the brine and decide whether or not you want to leave it out longer.The longer you leave it out, the more sour (like vinegar) it will become. Eventually, it will turn into vinegar. When it is to your liking, strain out the fruit/vegetable matter and preserve the liquid brine in a jar and refrigerate. You can use it as you like. Drink it straight, add it to smoothies or juice, mix it into a salad dressing, etc. 

If it is too sweet, lessen the sugar. If it is not sweet enough, add more. Feel free to play around with the recipe until you get it right for everyone in your family. 

(It should be noted that this microflora is extremely sensitive to the environment. If its atmosphere is very negative, with bad feelings throughout the house like fighting and negative thinking, it will not taste as good as a home environment that is peaceful and positive.) 

Keeping your family healthy can be a fun and inexpensive task that you can share with your children. Allowing them to formulate their own recipe they enjoy will teach them more about health and the wonders of probiotics. 

Dr. Lee’s office is located at 175 McMurray Road, Suite G, Buellton. Dr. Lee also has offices in Los Angeles and Paso Robles. To make an appointment call (805) 693-5162 or 310-666-8021.

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By Dr. Hyun K. Lee

Hot flashes are a part of life that no woman looks forward to. They are an uncomfortable and sometimes embarrassing attribute of menopause that are usually accompanied by facial flushing, sweating, emotional changes, and sometimes a rapid heartbeat.

Western medicine defines hot flashes as a result of a hormonal imbalance during menopause. Korean Constitutional Medicine defines it as imbalanced kidney and heart functions.

The kidneys control the element of water throughout the body and the heart controls the fire element. Water is a heavier, downward-moving energy, and fire is an upward-moving energy. In a healthy, menstruating woman, fire and water are balanced and ever-circulating, but as a woman enters her menopausal years, this balance is thrown off. The water energy is no longer being pushed upwards by the fire energy, and the fire energy is not drawn downward by the water energy. 

The effect of the body’s fire energy not being pulled downwards causes the hot flash, facial flushing, sweating, and rapid heartbeat. In this instance, the overabundance of fire energy disrupts the lung energy, which controls the skin and pores. If this energy is lowered, the skin’s holding energy becomes weak and allows for the sweating that accompanies the hot flash. The fire energy also disrupts liver function, which causes emotional changes like anger and anxiety. 

Some women opt for western medicine’s approach, which is hormone replacement. Studies have shown that these women may have a higher risk of cancer, but Korean Constitutional Medicine believes this risk is increased if the woman’senergy is already quite imbalanced at the time she begins hormone replacement.

Happily, the treatment for hot flashes is very effective. Building the body’s water energy is the first step. This is done with acupuncture and herbs. Balancing this energy naturally builds and controls the fire energy as well. In addition, these treatments also work very well for other menopausal symptoms and allow for a smooth change of life. 

Menopause is a natural occurrence and it is best to treat it as naturally as possible. Being kind to your body, listening to its needs, and maintaining its balance will see you more pleasantly to your next stage of life.

Dr. Lee’s office is located at 175 McMurray Road, Suite G, Buellton. Dr. Lee also has offices in Los Angeles and Paso Robles. To make an appointment call (805) 693-5162 or (310) 666-8021.

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We’re gearing up for a fashion adventure this season and what better place than Elna’s Dress Shop in Solvang to lead the way with our glamorous and fabulous-take style for you. Since spring is about to begin, take a look at our new arrivals.

There is a bright new appearance of softer dressing for true comfort and style. We definitely can help with wardrobe planning, always keeping in mind what is best for you, our customer. We have color, size, fit, and versatility for all your needs.
This is a good time to look over the clothes you haven’t worn or didn’t wear and donate them to a charity. Out with the old, hardly worn, or not needed and on to a new beginning.

Remember to shop with us for the third Wednesday of each month as we honor a 20% discount on all regular prices (does not include Danish costumes). This month also included 60% off our sales rack. Still some very good buys, although sizes are limited.

Wardrobe building is a free service of Elna’s Dress Shop. Stop by and let any of our qualified staff assist in helping you. Remember, while seasonal trends can feel short-lived, the best clothes are meant to be just the opposite, long-lasting basic colors that you can accent with a “pop of color.”

Elna’s Dress Shop is open Mondays, closed Tuesdays, and open Wednesdays thru Sundays. Store hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

We are located at 1673 Copenhagen Drive in Solvang.

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By Dr. Hyun K. Lee

The medical community regularly recommends mammograms as a preventive measure for breast cancer. However, it is advisable to perform self-examinations at home before any abnormalities are detected through mammograms. A simple self-examination method involves using your hands to check for lumps or discomfort in the breast tissue, which may indicate changes in the area.

If discomfort is felt around the left breast, it may suggest potential issues with the left lung and heart. Similarly, discomfort in the right breast could indicate possible concerns related to the left lung, liver, and gallbladder. It is important to take preventive measures accordingly.

Shoulder pain and frozen shoulder often originate from muscle stiffness in the chest area. Poor lymphatic circulation around the armpits can also contribute to these conditions, potentially leading to neck pain.

A simple yet effective way to prevent breast cancer, lung disease, and heart disease is through regular self-examinationsusing your hands. It is recommended to perform this self-check while showering.

For treatment, if you feel a lump or discomfort, gently massaging the affected area can help alleviate early-stage lumps or pain. If the lump persists despite massage, visiting a traditional Korean medicine clinic for acupuncture treatment can quickly reduce and even eliminate the lump within minutes. Acupuncture treatment can also provide immediate relief from pain and discomfort.

Men can also benefit from massaging the pectoral muscles. If they experience any pain or discomfort while doing so, it may indicate underlying issues with the heart, lungs, liver, or gallbladder. In such cases, acupuncture treatment is recommended to promptly address the discomfort and prevent future health issues.

Regular and simple self-massage techniques can help individuals maintain good health and prevent serious illnesses, potentially enabling them to live a long and healthy life up to the age of 120.

Dr. Lee’s office is located at 175 McMurray Road, Suite G, Buellton. Dr. Lee also harbors offices in Los Angeles and Paso Robles. To make an appointment call 805-693-5162 or 310-666-8021.

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Elna’s Dress Shop wishes everyone a happy February and invites you to check out the fantastic sale going on right now. Our clearance sale for the month of February has savings of 50-55 percent and 60 percent off regular prices.

We must make room for our spring arrivals, and we are contemplating how to best display them. Our tall ceilings and front windows allow light to come in. The brightness allows the merchandise to display well, and it makes shopping at Elna’s Dress Shop a delight. Hurry in and take advantage of the special savings on the well-known brands we feature.

Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14, is just around the corner. If you are going to step out, we have the perfect outfit for your special Valentine’s Day outing, but wearable through spring and summer as well. If you don’t know what to choose, purchase one of our gift certificates. They come in all sizes! Fashions are fun and exciting this season. We are receiving some of our early spring styles as I write this column. Just arrived, new styles of Slim-Sation pants that fit so well. We always carry the basic colors — black, navy, grey, brown, tan, dark denim, black denim, and white — in the long pants, but also have capris, ankle- and ¾-length pants. Once you tried them on you will want more than one pair.

Another winner is our brand Jess & Jane. These tops are designed for the average lady with ¾-length sleeves and come in tunic length and regular length.

A new fabric has been introduced called Mineral Wash. It is a very comfortable fabric, and our customers really like it. Wardrobe building is a free service at Elna’s Dress Shop. Stop by and let any of our qualified staff assist in helping you.

Thanks for your patronage. We value the friendships we have made over the years. Elna’s Dress Shop is located at 1673 Copenhagen Drive in the heart of Solvang. We look forward to seeing you soon. We are open Mondays, closed Tuesdays and open Wednesday thru Sunday from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. If you are local, please let us know so you can receive a 10 percent discount on regular-priced merchandise.

And when Solvang celebrates the third Wednesday of each month, a 20 percent discount is available on regular priced merchandise. Specials do not apply to Danish Costumes.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

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GOOD MEDICINE

By Dr. Hyun K. Lee

You may have been hearing more about gluten lately, but perhaps have not been certain what it is or why a lot of healthfoods are labeled “gluten-free.” Gluten is a protein found in wheat, rye, and barley and is indigestible to some people. A more advanced intolerance is called celiac disease and is on the rise.

Gluten issues commonly cause chronic diarrhea, bloating, gas, and constipation as well as a host of other issues such as joint pain, abdominal pain, malnutrition, infertility, fatigue, and the list goes on, varying per patient. 

Western medicine says that those with gluten intolerance or celiac disease cannot digest this protein, and when eaten, it triggers an autoimmune response, provoking the body to attack itself and destroy healthy tissues, especially the villi in the small intestine.

Korean Constitutional Medicine attributes gluten intolerance to a lack of heat in the intestines, which is common especially among So Um In constitutional types. 

Wheat, rye, and barley are termed “cool foods” that are not on the constitutional list for So Um In types, but rather on their opposite, So Yang In types. For So Yang In types, their intestinal area is already hot, and they have general problems with heat, so these foods are better for them. For So Um In types, however, they have issues with lower organ temperature and need “hot foods.” In the grain department, they thrive on brown and white rice, especially. Other foods that are better for the So Um In constitution are (but not limited to): honey, leeks, ginseng, dates, ginger, garlic, onions, curry, and spicy foods, which all increase the temperature in the intestines. 

When the temperature in the intestines is too cold, your body can no longer take all the nutrients from the food you eat, and the food becomes only partially digested. Coolness creating a malfunction in the small intestine causes gas and bloating, and the digestion process is rendered incomplete. When this occurs, the large intestine becomes stressed, and it slows down to create constipation in some sufferers. In others, the liquid that was not properly removed in the small intestine remains, and causes diarrhea when it hits the large intestine. For many with gluten intolerance, these issues are unstable, and can vacillate from constipation to diarrhea often. 

When the intestines are no longer taking the nutrients that they are supposed to, and are instead dumping them, this causes a lack of nutrition in the blood, which makes organs weak and causes fatigue. The blood also cannot cleanse itself as well any longer, which leads to a buildup of toxins in the joints that creates pain. Having coolness in the lower abdomen also makes fertility difficult.

To deal with the effects of gluten intolerance and celiac disease, it is essential for the sufferer to build their immune system with acupuncture and herbs. Limiting stress, exercising, and keeping a happy mind is ideal for all types. Constitutional food is also a must. Keeping a food diary is also a helpful thing to do, so that you may track how you feel after meals and really get to know what your body likes and dislikes; one body is always different from the next.Over time, your immune system will improve and build strong organs and things will go back to a healthy normal. 

So Um In types should also always eat on time, to a schedule, and consume smaller meals throughout the day. (Do not skip meals as this stresses out your organs.) Larger meals can be difficult on this constitution’s digestive system. Buffets should also be avoided as the temptation for larger meals is so much higher. 

It is a new year, and a great resolution to make is that of your health. Improving your immune system eliminates so many problems, including gluten intolerance. Happy New Year.

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HOLIDAY HISTORY

By John Copeland

Celebrating the start of the new year is one of the oldest of all humanity’s holidays. Cultures around the world have been celebrating the start of the new year for at least 4,000 years. However, January has not always the first month of the year.  In terms of human history, even celebrating New Year’s on Jan. 1 is a relatively new phenomenon. 

Many other ancient societies celebrated their New Year on dates tied with the seasons: The Egyptians, Phoenicians, and Persians began their new years at the fall equinox, and the Greeks celebrated theirs on the winter solstice. Today, most New Year’s festivities begin on Dec. 31, the last day of the Gregorian calendar, and continue into the early hours of Jan. 1. 

Four-thousand-year-old Babylonian cuneiform clay tablets, discovered in Iraq, are the earliest record of festivities celebrating the arrival of the new year.  However, the Babylonian New Year began with the first visible crescent moon after the spring equinox. In ancient Babylon, the New Year festival, called Akitu, was celebrated for 12 days. The cuneiform tablets reveal the Akitu was the most significant observance of the year.

Several other ancient cultures also celebrated their New Year on other dates also tied to the seasons, like the spring equinox, fall equinox, and the winter solstice.  One quickly gets the idea that New Year’s is among the oldest and most persistent of human celebrations.

The various dates for New Year’s Day beg the question: How did January become the first month on our calendar and the beginning of our new year? As a day, Jan. 1 has no astronomical or agricultural significance for beginning theyear. However, like many of our festivities that occur throughout the year, we can blame the Romans. In fact, the month of January did not even exist until around 700 BCE, when the second king of Rome, Numa Pontilius, added the months of January and February to the Roman calendar.

The month of January is associated with the god Janus.  Janus was the one Roman god that has no Greek counterpart. In prayers, his name was evoked even before that of Jupiter. According to some worshipers, Janus was the custodian of the universe, but to the Romans, he was the god of beginnings and endings, presiding over every entrance and departure. Because every door or passageway looks in two directions, Janus is always depicted as two-headed; one face looks back into the past, the other peers forward to the future.

In 46 BCE, Julius Caesar reformed the Roman calendar, introducing a new, solar-based calendar that was a vast improvement over the previous Roman calendar, which, over the years, had become wildly inaccurate. The Julian calendar decreed that the new year would occur with Jan. 1.  From that time on, within the Roman Empire, Jan. 1 was observed as start of the new year.  

After Rome’s decline and Christianity’s spread through Europe, the church considered New Year’s celebrations to bepagan and unchristian. In 567 CE the Council of Tours abolished Jan. 1 as the beginning of the year.  Throughout medieval Christian Europe, the New Year was again celebrated on a variety of dates: Dec. 25, the birth of Jesus; March 1; March 25, the Feast of the Annunciation; and Easter. Back then, there was no uniform calendar through most of the Middle Ages.

Then during the late 1500s, at the urging of Pope Gregory XII, Aloysius Lilus came up with a modification to the Julian calendar, making it more accurate. Named the Gregorian calendar, after the pope, it is the calendar most of the world still follows today. The Gregorian calendar restored Jan. 1, as New Year’s Day. Although most Catholic countries adopted the Gregorian calendar almost immediately, it was only gradually adopted by Protestant countries. The British, for example, did not adopt the Gregorian calendar until 1752. Until then, the British Empire, and the American colonies, still celebrated the new year in March.

For us in the Northern Hemisphere, January is a logical time for a new beginning. On the December solstice in the Northern Hemisphere, we experience the shortest day of the year. By the beginning of January, our days are lengthening again. This return of longer hours of daylight had a profound effect on societies that were tied to agricultural cycles. It even exerts an emotional effect on people living in cities today.

I think the ancient Romans were on to something with Janus. As the god of new beginnings, gates, and doors, the first hour of the day, the first day of the month, and the first month of the year, Janus is a good symbol for starting the New Year. He looks forward to the future of the coming year and back in contemplation to the year just past.  

This makes me think about New Year’s resolutions. Do you make them? It is believed that the Babylonians were the first to make New Year’s resolutions, and people all over the world have been making and breaking them ever since. 

The Romans had a similar tradition of making New Year’s resolutions. A common resolution in ancient Rome was to ask forgiveness from enemies of the past year.  

Early Christians believed the first day of the New Year should be spent reflecting on past mistakes and resolving to improve oneself in the new year.

Whether or not our ancestors took their resolutions seriously and always achieved what they resolved to do is unknown. Today, when we make resolutions, we’re tapping into that ancient and powerful human longing for a fresh start.  

And then there is putting the past year to rest.

Any regrets about the past year? To help focus on the future, write down your regrets on a scrap of paper and toss it in the fire. Janus, the two-faced god of the new year, would approve!

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While neutrals are a FALL safe choice, there is something to be said about a coat , sweater, or tunic that can instantly brighten the dreariest of days. To provide plenty of impact, try a statement piece in a pastel or a warm hue of cinnamon, turquoise, red, or wine.

There are so many exciting ways to update and brighten your wardrobe right now, so go bold in pieces that work for you and above all, something that makes you feel special.

A new scarf, a new top, or a piece of jewelry can do.

With the holidays just around the corner, we have many items for the lady in your life. Our accessories answer many questions of what to get your special someone. We have tided scarves, famous artist museum scarves, hand painted leather bags, and small and large shoulder bags in many colors and styles.

Also don’t forget our Slim-Sation pants with and without pockets. The basic colors are: black, brown, navy, stone, heather grey, dark denim, and black denim. Elna’s Dress Shop has just what you need, and during the month of December, a gift from me to you, all ladies sweaters, vests, and jackets are 20 percent off original price.

Ladies, how can you resist a bargain like this on the latest pieces that have recently arrived? Come in soon and check out all the name brands that you know we carry. Shopping local helps all of us.

Thank you for shopping at Elna’s Dress Shop, located at 1673 Coppenhan Drive, in Solvang. Have any questions? You can call the store at (805) 688-4525 . Also, like us on our Facebook page or go on our website at www.elnas.com.

We are open Monday and Wednesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., closed on Tuesdays. On Christmas Eve, Elna’s will close at 4 p.m., and we’ll be closed on Christmas Day.

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Dr. Hyun K. Lee

Second among patients only to complaints of back pain are aches in the lower limbs, especially the knees and hips. For most people, aside from having an injury to the area, the knees and hips gradually move from experiencing feelings of weakness or numbness, then to occasional pain, and finally to chronic pain. 

Some might write it off as age related or due to a lifetime of walking around, but the root cause of knee and hip pain is very different. 

Major arteries run down your legs supplying blood, oxygen, and nutrients. When there is a disturbance in circulation, it can bring weakness. Over time, if the lack of circulation continues, toxins get trapped in areas of your lower limbs, mainly the joints, and create pain. If that occasional pain is left untreated, chronic pain and a negative physical change in the area occur. 

The main reason for the disturbance in circulation is due to the person being overweight and/or constipated often. When this happens, your internal organs, especially the stomach, small intestine, large intestine, and reproductive organs, become tired and weighty. They begin to lose their original placement and hang somewhat. All of this excess weight puts pressure on the arteries, which cuts off the normal circulation to the lower limbs and limits ascending energy that pulls the blood upwards causing problems in the femoral and knee joints especially. 

Unfortunately, when these issues are present, the weakness, numbness, and pain make it difficult to exercise the excess weight off. Because of this, the problem usually exacerbates until there is a situation significant enough to warrant a knee or hip replacement.  In addition, people (especially women) get varicose veins from the lack of ascending energy, digestive problems, bowel issues, and reproductive problems, including fibrosis and polyps. They also develop weak muscles and tendons throughout their body.

Older people tend to have this problem more than younger people because they have less natural gravity holding energy. Just as the outside of you begins to sag, so does the inside of you.

Happily, before the worst happens, Korean Constitutional acupuncture and herbs can help fix these problems, and put your organs back where they belong, restore circulation, eliminate constipation, joint weakness, numbness, and pain, and quickly help you to get back to a healthier weight through proper diet and exercise. 

If you have a family history of knee or hip issues, it is smart to pay closer attention to your body to prevent these situations from happening. Joint replacement, though effective for some, is a major surgery requiring rehabilitation and often further surgical maintenance. Doing what you can to preserve that which you were born with is always the best, and most painless road to take.

Dr. Lee’s office is located at 175 McMurray Road, Suite G, Buellton. Dr. Lee also has offices in Los Angeles and Paso Robles. To make an appointment call 805-693-5162 or 310-666-8021.

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