Joint replacement is the last trick up the sleeves of orthopedic surgeons after all other attempts to treat a damaged joint have failed. The most common condition that necessitates this is Osteoarthritis, a disease known to affect more of the older age groups. What Is Total Joint Replacement? In total joint replacement,…
TV commercials are sometimes, if not most times, very hilarious. Of course, the humor is central to the message being passed across as effectively as much as possible. There’s one of such commercials in which the setting was a football game, and the coach of the home side was struggling to encourage and motivate…
When there’s less bone density in some areas or parts of the jaw, dental bone graft procedures can be done to create additional support by increasing the amount of bone in such areas. Bone grafting has been shown to help improve smile quality as both smile and speech can affect a person’s self-esteem.…
On children’s health today, let’s learn about the common dermatologic condition that is Impetigo. What Is Impetigo? This is quite a common and highly contagious skin infection affecting mainly infants and young children. It is usually seen in the form of reddish sores on the face, especially around the nose and mouth, and…
Have you tried to prick yourself intentionally with a sharp object before to see how much pain you can withstand? Oh yeah! You’ve tried it. But how long could you go? 3 seconds or less? Or you couldn’t even bring yourself to try? Okay, but then you probably have gotten cut accidentally by a…
Tooth decay is a prevalent dental problem. However, there is a procedure that cleans out the tooth. It is known as root canal therapy… What Is Root Canal Therapy? Root canal therapy involves the removal of the pulp, which is the soft center of the tooth. The pulp comprises nerves, connective tissue, and blood…
If diabetes is not well controlled; it could lead to severe complications, one of which is Diabetic Ketoacidosis or (DKA). What Is Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)? DKA usually occurs when your body produces high levels of blood acids called ketones, which is a result of the body breaking down fat as fuel due to the…
Yes. Next to your genes, surgery is your best bet if you want a few more inches. The type of surgery that makes people taller is known as limb lengthening surgery. In this article, we will discuss the procedure in detail. What Is Limb Lengthening? Limb lengthening is a procedure to lengthen…
Our kidneys act as a blood filter. Blood that flows through this filter is sieved for waste products which are passed out in the urine. Sometimes, useful substances go through the sieve but the kidneys eventually reabsorb it for use. However, this is not always the case. Damage to this sieve means that it…
A regular tooth cleaning routine is essential for good dental health, and is even more important in children as their teeth grow, to help keep the teeth decay-free. What Is Fluoride? Fluoride is a mineral that occurs naturally in many foods and water and helps to reduce tooth decay. It offers the…