u/Frosty_Agent_1011

I wanted to share my experience today as a warning to others.

Earlier today, I made a purchase at XIMI V, located on the lower level beneath the food court at Woodfield Mall, using a brand-new credit card. This was the very first and only transaction I had authorized on this card, and I did not shop at any other stores. A few hours later, after returning home, I started receiving notifications about additional charges being made at other stores that I had never visited or authorized.

What makes this especially concerning is that the card was brand new had only been used once and was physically inserted into the card reader during my purchase.

I have already contacted my bank and Woodfield Mall security to report the situation.
I’m sharing this to remind everyone to enable transaction alerts and keep a close eye on their credit card activity. Unauthorized charges can happen when you least expect them.
I’m not making any accusations or suggesting that the store was directly involved, but given the circumstances, I felt it was important to share my experience so others can be cautious.
Stay safe and keep an eye on your accounts!

I first noticed gum irritation (cut?) above my dental implant after a trip. Since it did not seem to be healing, I went to my dentist for an evaluation. He took an X-ray and said he did not see anything concerning. He believed my retainer was pressing against the area and preventing it from healing properly.
Over the following months, the area appeared to improve somewhat, but I still notice occasional irritation and a small white bump or “bead” forming. At times it is difficult to tell whether the area is healing, simply irritated, or if there may still be an underlying issue.
Before seeing the dentist, I had pressed on the gum near the area while flossing and some pus drained out. After that, the area appeared less noticeable during the appointment. My dentist mentioned that healing could take several weeks and that gum tissue around an implant can sometimes take months to fully heal due to limited blood flow.
However, it has now been almost over two months after fixing the retainer, and I am still noticing some irritation. I am wondering if this type of prolonged healing is considered normal, or if it would be advisable to return for another evaluation or possibly see a specialist.
I took some photos - one is what it usually looks like when left alone and the other is after I brushed gently over it yesterday and I’m assuming it got irritated

PSA for anyone shopping at Woodfield Mall!