Laser therapy has quickly become a popular option for treating many different types of skin conditions. It can be an affordable option for those who want to improve the quality of their skin or get relief from skin conditions like psoriasis, vitiligo or rosacea. However, not all laser skin treatments are the same. Different laser…
What is minimally invasive surgery? It is a technique used in the medical field to reduce the incision size for needed surgeries to limit tissue damage and improve recovery for the patient. These surgeries are often used in small or hard to reach places where open surgery can be risky for the patient. Gynecologists use…
Sunscreen can be one of the best defenses against negative effects from sun exposure. It can help reduce the risk of sunburns, skin cancer and premature aging of the skin. However, when and how to use sunscreen properly is surrounded by myths that have been perpetuated over the years. Here are some of the sunscreen…
Healthy, smooth skin is a wonderful asset to have. However, sun damage and age can change the tone and texture of your skin, creating flaws that make you look older. The good news is that many of these flaws can be reversed with professional skin treatments. You can have flawless skin again with a visit…
Do you have varicose veins, swollen feet/ankles or leg pain when standing? You may be suffering from chronic venous insufficiency. This condition affects up to 40% of the population in the U.S. and can be debilitating if left untreated. Getting to the cause of the pain and managing the symptoms can help you continue to…
There are TV reality series dedicated to plastic surgery gone wrong, and people who have went overboard with plastic surgery. While most people who choose to get plastic surgery prefer a natural, tasteful appearance, there are others that have changed so many features that they no longer look like themselves. If you have already had…
Time can take its toll on your body, and if you’re a woman, this often means your breasts will begin to sag as you get older. There are many contributing factors to sagging breasts: breast size, number of pregnancies, weight gain/loss, bra support and age. Gravity will pull on heavy breasts, especially those without good…
Plump lips or the well-defined cupid’s bow on the top lip are sexy and attractive. The ideal for many women is a plump pout, lips that protrude slightly and have a rounded shape. However, not everyone is born with pouty lips that have nice shape. Genetics can give you thinner lips; some lips seem to…
Kidneys are the filters of the body, removing toxins from the blood and helping balance the body’s fluids. When kidney failure occurs, your blood pressure, immune system, heart and overall health is affected. It can lead to other systems shutting down and even death. There can be many contributing factors that cause kidney failure; it…
During a woman’s forties, fifties and even sixties, the three phases of menopause occur, also referred to as simply “the change.” As the reproductive cycle begins to end for a woman, change is exactly what happens. Hormone production changes, causing many different side effects. Knowing what to expect and options for treatment can help minimize…
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