Protein is comprised of amino acids, which play an important role in your health. Protein foods supply varying amounts of about 20 primary amino acids. Amino acids such as glutamine are available as dietary supplements; however, NutreStore is the...
According to Ed Ellis, Ph.D., an authority in the areas of biocompatible polymers and plastics, as noted on EyeCareSource.com, contact lens use is a major contributing factor to a condition known as chronic dry eyes. Contact lenses absorb...
Body piercing has become more common in Western culture over the past 20 years. However, despite this increase in popularity, body piercings are not always welcomed in the workplace. This is especially true if you work in a professional setting or...
A root canal can save a tooth when infection or inflammation affects the tooth's nerve. The center of each tooth is filled with a soft substance called pulp, which contains connective tissue, nerves and blood vessels. When the pulp is injured or...
Bone loss in teeth means that there is a loss of bone in the jaw that holds the teeth in place. This is a major concern because as bone loss occurs, the teeth lose their anchor in the bone and are at risk of falling out. This can lead to problems...
Replacing mercury fillings is an important step in reducing continual exposure to toxic mercury vapors released from biting down on amalgams. Mercury, the most toxic substance on earth, according to Dr. Paul Gilbert, graduate of the University of...
Facial fillers offer improvement in the overall appearance of the the face using a minimally invasive procedure. They are designed to assist in lip augmentation, wrinkle reduction and face contouring. Facial fillers are made from materials from...
After many years of suffering through excision and dermabrasion, people looking to remove their tattoos finally have a better option: laser removal. In this procedure, dermatologists use a high-powered beam of light to break up the ink beneath...
Some abscessed teeth occur without causing the slightest pain or swelling. X-rays detect these during a dental examination. However, other abscessed teeth cause severe pain that can interfere with work, school and routine daily activities. In...
The artificial hip joint is a successful intervention for a variety of hip pathologies. The ability of the implant to be successful is due to in part to its unique properties and characteristics. Utilization of high grade metals, plastics, and...
Recovering from a hip transplant or hip replacement procedure can be a long, painful process for many patients. You are likely to experience a drop in flexibility within your hip joint immediately following the procedure due to swelling and muscle...
The popularity of navel piercings means that belly button rings are available for purchase in a wide variety of styles and materials. While it is possible to buy gold and platinum navel jewelry, the vast majority of curved barbells designed to be...
Health threats may be lurking even in the cookware you use to prepare your family’s meals. Teflon coated pans pose dangers to users. They include ingesting minuscule bits of the toxic coating and inhaling the toxic gas given off during...
With age, many people develop fine lines that radiate outward from the lip contour. Excessive sun exposure and smoking can increase the severity of these wrinkles, which can be difficult to conceal with cosmetics. Many dermatologists use the...
Just because you're having a baby doesn't mean you have to give up your navel piercing. Traditional metal barbells often become uncomfortable around the fifth month of pregnancy and should be removed to keep them from tearing the skin, according...
Very few people experience allergic reactions to dental fillings, according to the American Dental Association. An allergy is an immune system reaction to a foreign substance. People with allergies to the materials used to make dental fillings may...
Aging of the skin is caused by genetic factors or by external influences, according to the American Academy of Dermatology. During aging, thinning of the skin and slower production of collagen and elastic fibers cause wrinkles to develop. External...
