One of the factors that makes facial features look youthful is plumpness to the skin, cheeks and lips. As you get older, fat and volume are lost in the face, allowing skin to sag and the face to become more angular. Dermal fillers can temporarily add volume under the skin, but this procedure needs to…
The kidneys are the filtering organs for the body, removing toxins that can impact the respiratory, cardiovascular and other systems of the body. When kidney failure occurs, those toxins buildup in the body, causing serious health issues and ultimately can be fatal. Kidney dialysis offers a solution to remove the toxins when the kidneys can…
The patella or kneecap is an essential component of the knee joint, helping reduce the effort needed for extension of the knee and allowing for more force from the quadricep muscles in the thigh. The kneecap is held in place by tendons and ligaments, situated at the end of the femur or thigh bone. When…
Many neck, back and spine conditions can be treated through surgery, but conventional open surgery can require extensive recovery time and risks. Advancements in medical techniques and technology have improved the options for spine surgeries, including endoscopic procedures with many benefits over traditional open-spine surgery. Using only a tiny incision and specialized imaging and instruments,…
Water is one of the key elements in life, sustaining the planet and everything that lives upon it. It is also a source for healing when used in certain types of therapies. Ingesting water is essential, but it can also be beneficial externally in the form of liquid, ice and steam. Hydrotherapy uses the different…
Rosacea is a common skin infliction that usually target the face, causing red patches that occur during flare-ups of the condition. Anyone can be susceptible to rosacea, but it is more common in people with fair complexions and women are more prone to the condition than men. Middle-aged women have the highest amount of cases,…
Do you have a yellow spot on a toenail that is beginning to get darker? It could be a fungal infection that is under the toenail, damaging the nail bed. If left untreated, the infection can worsen, causing discomfort, odor and possible loss of your toenail. The best option to cure the infection is to…
Where do you shave or wax to remove hair? Both men and women have areas that they may maintain to keep hair-free, whether it is legs, underarms, the back or chest. Hair grows quickly and in different cycles, so even waxing can only keep the area hair-free for a few weeks. The permanent option to…
There are many options when in comes to birth control, each with their own advantages. Intrauterine devices or IUDs are one of the oldest modern methods of contraception, yet they are still an excellent choice for many women. For those wanting a long-term contraceptive without the need for daily pills, shots or implants, an IUD…
When a hysterectomy is necessary, there are options available in how it is performed. Conventional hysterectomies require open surgery, with a large incision in the abdomen to remove the uterus. However, often a minimally-invasive option is available, called a laparoscopic hysterectomy, which can offer many benefits for those that can use this procedure over traditional…
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