Over 30 million people worldwide suffer from some sort of nail or nail fungus. The statistics are alarming to say the least. Nail and toe nail fungus can be as suttle as a yellowing or discoloring of the nail or toenail and as serious as the complete loss of, deformity of one or more nails […]
Soap nuts have a long history when it comes to treating skin conditions such as eliminating freckles, erasing fine lines, and ridding cracks in the skin. Soap nuts have been used for generations in India to treat eczema and psoriasis effectively and in the past few decades have been used in Europe with very positive […]
Metabolism refers to a multifaceted biochemical process happening within our bodies at cellular level. It is a complex mechanism and involves concurrently happening processes like anabolism and catabolism through an array of metabolic pathways. Anabolism involves the formation of newer molecules while catabolism is the break up of larger molecules into smaller ones and is […]
Sunburn is an inflammation or blistering of the skin caused by overexposure of UV rays from the sun. There are 2 types of ultraviolet rays, UVA and UVB. UVA penetrate the skin deeply which causes melanoma or skin cancer. UVB rays don’t penetrate as deeply which causes the sunburn and wrinkling.
Signs and symptoms of sunburn […]
For any woman who has had a child, pregnancy can be a great experience excluding of course the nauseating pain that comes with child birth, but then that is an aside considering they have just brought a brand new life into the world. The problem is the pain is not the only side effect of […]
Have you ever had problems related to sleepwalking? Well, you are not alone. Almost a quarter of the world’s population will sleepwalk in the course of their lives! And in the United States, it is estimated that 1 in 7 Americans are somnambulists at one point. This means that even if you are not a […]
Acid Reflux Disease is a common ailment. Acid and digestive juices from the stomach back up into the esophagus, causing a burning sensation in the chest, behind the sternum. The pain from the acid reflux can be mild or severe, or anywhere in betweeen. This burning sensation is commonly called heartburn. The painful symptoms of […]
Anyone who had suffered from the pain of a toothache will surely value knowing some home remedies for toothache. While these remedies do not actually eliminate the dental problem of a decaying tooth; for sure it will help a lot in alleviating the sharp and throbbing often severe pain that comes with the aching teeth. […]
Not doing any form of exercise at all can be the cause that your back pain gets worse after some time, with the right type of exercises you can prevent this from happening. Most of these you can do in the comfort of your own home. Always know the limits of your own body and […]
Hair loss remains one of the primary concerns of millions of people worldwide, especially men. It is caused by various factors such as hormonal changes, aging, family history, and trauma such as burns. It usually is the case that the earlier hair loss starts, the more severe it will become. Hair replacement surgery or hair […]
Probably one of the best cosmetic procedures in today’s world is called microdermabrasion. It is none other than the removal of the outer layer of the skin by performing a light abrasion which to some might sound agonizing but in reality it is quite a simple operation. This procedure is typically performed by dermatologists and […]
The option to have vein disorders treated without invasive procedures or surgery has finally hit modern medical technology and patients are having a far easier time than ever before. Treating venous dysfunction has become much simpler over time and valuable research has led to new and minimally invasive techniques which are serving patients from all […]
Snake venom is highly toxic to all humans but a special form of it that has been incorporated into dental glue has promising results allowing faster healing. Gingival Grafts are necessary for people who may have had some trauma as a result of accidents and dentists who have tried out the new glue have been […]
iBraces, developed by LingualCare, are invisible braces that are made of customized metal brackets placed behind the teeth, instead of in front of teeth as in regular braces. Each bracket is custom-made from impressions of your teeth, which are then scanned into a computer and CAD/CAM models are made. What’s great about iBraces are that […]
If you’re wearing braces, your diet is definitely going to change so you don’t damage any of the brackets on your mouth. The most obvious type of food to stay away from are the hard, sticky ones like gum, chocolate bars, and candy. Besides getting stuck in between the bars, they can also cause tooth […]
Gingivitis is something we commonly hear especially when you talk about teeth concerns. Gingivitis is caused by the buildup around the teeth and gums of plaque, a gunky, bacteria-filled concoction of food and saliva. That is why it is important to consider the facts of brushing your teeth. You also have to floss and make […]
The most well-known of the camera systems and the first that was introduced in the market were the fiber optic systems. They use very high-end optical systems in producing the best image quality. The light source if found in a separate box and fiber optic cable is attached from the box to the handpiece. Initially, […]
Getting kids to brush their teeth after meals or before they go to bed is a rather painstaking task for most parents. It is important that parents discover delightful ways to make their children understand that brushing their teeth, aside from being an essential part of maintaining personal hygiene, is also a fun way of […]
Most of the problems that cause bleeding gums and gum disease is plaque, a sticky film-like bacteria that covers the teeth and gums. It is formed by acids secreted by the mouth after eating. Plaque is found in spaces between your teeth. Gingivitis causes gum bleeding and if left untreated, it can lead to the […]
Orthodontic treatments are generally not that expensive compared with other personal services and the cost of an orthodontic treatment usually depends on the area you are staying and on the complexity of the patient’s case. Getting dental braces in a rural area may mean getting orthodontic treatments at a less expensive cost since there may […]
