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- Excel Family Dental - How to Prevent Cavities - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2017 from Shea Antisoda MejiaChildhood cavities, also known as childhood tooth decay and childhood caries, are common in children all over the world. There are two main causes of cavities: poor dental hygiene and sugary diets. Cavities can be incredibly painful, often leading to tooth decay and childhood periodontitis ...
Views: 691 - Know Why You Need Professional Fitness Trainers over Diy Training - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2017 from Ron SpencerAre you on the verge of losing some weight? Well, you should not waste any more time and start preparing an exercising schedule fast. A lot of fitness enthusiasts believe that it is not a difficult task for them to carry out the training on their own as they have got some training videos and ...
Views: 1493 - Clinician stress and burnout related to user of the EHR - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2017 from Roger StevenThe introduction of the Electronic Health Record (EHR) has certainly brought about a major change in the way healthcare is administered in this vast country. EHR's have evolved in a big way from the time they first came to be used in a moderate way in the healthcare industry a few decades ago. ...
Views: 900 - 7 Signs that you are Dehydrated - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2017 from Rebecca YoungIt’s widely recommended that we drink at least eight glasses of water every day, yet a study undertaken in 2014 with 30,000 people found that less than 1% consumed that amount. In fact the majority of the participants struggled to even drink two glasses! This is a surprising statistic, when you ...
Views: 1447 - How Often Should Children Have Dental Checkups? - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2017 from Shea Antisoda MejiaThe American Academy of Pediatric Dentists (AAPD) advises parents to make biannual dental appointments for children, beginning approximately six months after the first tooth emerges. These two important yearly visits allow the pediatric dentist to monitor new developments in the child’s ...
Views: 716 - Excel Family Dental - Good Diet - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2017 from Shea Antisoda MejiaA child’s general level of health often dictates his or her oral health, and vice versa. Therefore, supplying children with a well-balanced diet is more likely to lead to healthier teeth and gums. A good diet provides the child with the many different nutrients he or she needs to grow. These ...
Views: 681 - Certain Signs Which Are Indicative Of Vocal Cord Disorder. - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2017 from Diana YampolskyAlmost anyone, at one time or the other, experiences hoarseness, or even loss of voice due to the occurrence of various circumstances. Some of the causes of hoarseness could be due to the common cold, exposure to high volumes of sound in a concert or even simply cheering for your favorite team ...
Views: 1268 - Vocal Cord Paralysis - What Could Be The Causes & How To Deal With Them? - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2017 from Diana YampolskyVocal cord paralysis, also known as the vocal cord paresis, is the inability of one or both vocal cords to move. It can greatly impact the daily life of the sufferer, including, job, social interactions and leisure time activities. The condition is caused by damage to nerves going to the ...
Views: 1068 - Hormonal Acne: Why It Happens and How to Treat It - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2017 from Cynthia WitsonAs the name suggests, hormonal acne is associated with the hormones. Although it happens due to hormonal fluctuations caused by puberty, it can affect anyone, including adults of any age, particularly in women. Interesting, huh? Keep reading to find out more about hormonal acne and how to ...
Views: 928 - Excel Family Dental - Fluoride - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2017 from Shea Antisoda MejiaFluorine, a natural element in the fluoride compound, has proven to be effective in minimizing childhood cavities and tooth decay. Fluoride is a key ingredient in many popular brands of toothpaste, oral gel, and mouthwash, and can also be found in most community water supplies. Though fluoride ...
Views: 525 - 5 Reasons it’s Time to Visit the Dentist - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2017 from Cynthia WitsonDid you know that it’s very necessary to visit your dentist at least twice a year for professional teeth cleaning and checkup? Most times, patients tend to cancel their appointments or avoid going to the dentist altogether – which is a big no-no! The dentist might sound scary, but at the end of ...
Views: 1034 - 5 Remedies for Snoring That Won’t Cost You a Dime - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2017 from Cynthia WitsonHave you been told by someone that he can’t sleep at night because of your snoring? Don’t worry. You can do something about that. Statistics show that 2 out of 5 women say that the snoring of their partners has made them decide to sleep in another room. Well, obviously, that is not good for ...
Views: 914 - Pediatric Dentistry - Dental Emergencies by Excel Family Dental - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2017 from Shea Antisoda MejiaAlthough dental injuries and dental emergencies are often distressing for both children and parents, they are also extremely common. Approximately one third of children have experienced some type of dental trauma, and more have experienced a dental emergency. There are two peak risk periods ...
Views: 524 - Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2017 from Priyank PatelTraditionally spine surgeries are either decompression surgery or fusion surgery. Open Spine Surgeries have been around for decades. Spine surgery has advanced significantly over the last few decades with new technology and innovations coming up every day. Minimally invasive spine surgery( MISS) ...
Views: 492 - Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia – Symptoms and Treatment - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2017 from Gaurav GautamBenign Prostatic Hyperplasia or BPH, and also known as benign prostatic hypertrophy is a non-cancerous increase in the size of the prostate. The prostate gland surrounds the urethra, the tube that carries urine from the bladder out of the body. During the disease, as the prostate gets bigger, it ...
Views: 1142 - Peanut Allergy Reversed In Majority of Children in Groundbreaking Trial - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2017 from Taryn DeCiccoThis article was originally posted at http://www.apple-a-day-clinic.com/Health_and_Nutrition_Blog?m8:post=peanut-allergy-reversed-in-majority-of-children-in-groundbreaking-immunotherapy-trial I have seen results like these for years! Please contact us if you would like an appointment to ...
Views: 1076 - Excel Family Dental - Care for Your Child's Teeth - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2017 from Shea Antisoda MejiaPediatric oral care has two main components: preventative care at the pediatric dentist’s office and preventative care at home. Though infant and toddler caries (cavities) and tooth decay have become increasingly prevalent in recent years, a good dental strategy will eradicate the risk of ...
Views: 496 - Excel Family Dental - Baby Bottle Tooth Decay - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2017 from Shea Antisoda MejiaMaintaining the health of primary (baby) teeth is exceptionally important. Although baby teeth will eventually be replaced, they fulfill several crucial functions in the meantime. Baby teeth aid enunciation and speech production, help the child to chew food correctly, maintain space in the ...
Views: 577 - Excel Family Dental - Baby Bottle Tooth Decay - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2017 from Shea Antisoda MejiaMaintaining the health of primary (baby) teeth is exceptionally important. Although baby teeth will eventually be replaced, they fulfill several crucial functions in the meantime. Baby teeth aid enunciation and speech production, help the child to chew food correctly, maintain space in the ...
Views: 485 - Excel Family Dental - Dental Implants - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2017 from Shea Antisoda MejiaDental implants are a great way to replace missing teeth and also provide a fixed solution to having removable partial or complete dentures. Implants provide excellent support and stability for these dental appliances. Dental implants are artificial roots and teeth (usually titanium) that ...
Views: 484 - Education, training and tools for ensuring healthcare frontline food safety - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2017 from Roger StevenFood technology has been growing at a quick pace, having come under the influence of the twin paradigms of the late 20th century, technology and globalization. As populations keep moving from one part of the world to another in the millions; it is natural that they get influenced by the food ...
Views: 951 - Excel Family Dental - Root Canal Therapy - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2017 from Shea Antisoda MejiaRoot canal therapy is needed when the nerve of a tooth is affected by decay or infection. In order to save the tooth, the pulp (the living tissue inside the tooth), nerves, bacteria, and any decay are removed and the resulting space is filled with special, medicated, dental materials, which ...
Views: 500 - Top 6 Reasons You Need to Know Your Health Status - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2017 from Usama MalikYou don’t need to be in the dark about the basics of your health. It should always be at your fingertips. You should have all the information about your health at your fingertips for easy reference. Well, since you are not a medical practitioner or want to practice self-medication and face ...
Views: 2043 - Chondro-malacia Patella Most common cause of knee pain in young individuals - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2017 from Dr. Bakul AroraChondro-Malacia Patella (CMP) is the most common cause of knee pain in younger individuals. It terally translates to: Chondro = Cartilage. Malacia = Softening. Patella = Knee cap bone. This is the first stage of degeneration. The cartilage becomes soft. If ignored, it gradually starts to ...
Views: 1494 - Excel Family Dental - Root Canal Retreatment - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2017 from Shea Antisoda MejiaRoot Canal Retreatment In rare cases, root canal therapy fails to work as expected. The treated tooth might not heal properly or a patient might experience post-surgical complications that jeopardize the tooth. Root canal retreatment involves the removal of the previous crown and packing ...
Views: 563 - Excel Family Dental - Cracked Tooth - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2017 from Shea Antisoda MejiaCracked and fractured teeth are common dental problems. As people retain their natural teeth longer (due to advances in dental technology), the likelihood of cracked teeth increases. There are many reasons why teeth may crack, for example, biting on hard objects, trauma, grinding and clenching ...
Views: 531 - Complementing MACRA and MIPS with HIPAA brings about better patient engagement - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2017 from Roger StevenThe Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015 (MACRA) is a federal Act that regulates the manner in which physicians have to be paid when they treat patients who come to them under Medicare. It modifies and supersedes the earlier legislation on this topic, namely the Balanced Budget ...
Views: 934 - Is Too Much Screen Time Bad for Speech and Language Development? - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2017 from Aaron KesslerThis is the 2nd article in the series “The Impact of Technology on Childhood Development.” If you missed the 1st article covered the Hidden Hazards of Blue Light and Digital Devices on Kids Eyes. My friends 3 and a half year old was showing signs of delayed speech development. As parents, ...
Views: 1197 - 12 Reasons Exercise for Kids is Beneficial for Growth and Development - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2017 from Aaron KesslerIf someone had told me, when I was a kid, to stare at a screen for 4 hours instead of play outside, I would have told them to stick it where the sun don't shine! I ran a lot as a kid, as did all my friends. We were in constant motion running through the fields, to the woods, over the creek, ...
Views: 1376 - Excel Family Dental - Periodontal Disease and Osteoporosis - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2017 from Shea Antisoda MejiaPeriodontal disease is characterized by a progressive loss of supportive gingival tissue in the gums and jawbone. It is the number one cause of tooth loss among adults in the developed world. Periodontal disease occurs when toxins found in oral plaque inflame and irritate the soft tissues ...
Views: 494 - Alkaline Water Has Positive Effects To Our Health - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2017 from James SmithIf you prefer a healthful body as well as life-style, it's important which you attempt to maintain a chemical substance balance within your body. In the event the acidity amounts are extremely great, it can cause a few health problems. These issues can include heartburn symptoms, utis, excess ...
Views: 900(1 vote) - Excel Family Dental - Periodontal Disease and Pregnancy - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2017 from Shea Antisoda MejiaResearchers have shown that periodontal disease in expectant mothers actually exposes their unborn child to many different risks; particularly if they also happen to be diabetes sufferers. Periodontal disease generally begins with a bacterial infection in the gum (gingival) tissue, which ...
Views: 459 - Periodontal Disease, Heart Disease and Stroke - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2017 from Shea Antisoda MejiaPeriodontal disease, heart disease and stroke may seem to be unlikely bedfellows, but researchers have found that gum disease sufferers are nearly twice as likely to also suffer from coronary heart disease. In addition, research studies have discovered that oral infection is indeed a risk ...
Views: 499 - Excel Family Dental - Periodontal Disease, Heart Disease and Stroke - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2017 from Shea Antisoda MejiaPeriodontal disease, heart disease and stroke may seem to be unlikely bedfellows, but researchers have found that gum disease sufferers are nearly twice as likely to also suffer from coronary heart disease. In addition, research studies have discovered that oral infection is indeed a risk ...
Views: 463 - Frequently asked questions about dental health - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2017 from Caitlyn BellAs per a report by World Health Organization (WHO), 60 - 90% of children and almost 100% of adults throughout the world have dental cavities. Dental health is vital to care for. Ignoring the signs of a dental problem can lead to early loss of teeth, uneven growth, gum disease, mouth cancer, and ...
Views: 978(1 vote) - The Hidden Hazards of Digital Devices and Blue Light on Children's Eyes - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2017 from Aaron KesslerImagine it’s 2035 and you get a call from your son who proceeds to inform you that, at the young age of 32, he’s going blind as a result of macular degeneration. Your immediate thought is how is this possible? Macular degeneration is a disease of the old. It is not a disease for young, ...
Views: 1490 - Knee Replacement In India Is So Famous, But Why? - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2017 from Arjun MoyadeYes, Knee Replacement in India is getting viral. It is one of the most popular type of surgery for which lot of people travel to India each year. As not only the aged but also the young generation is facing knee problems which in turn leads to knee replacement surgery in India. The young people ...
Views: 853 - Excel Family Dental - Periodontal Disease and Diabetes - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2017 from Shea Antisoda MejiaIt is well documented that people who suffer from diabetes are more susceptible to developing infections than non-diabetes sufferers. It is not widely known that t periodontal disease is often considered the sixth complication of diabetes; particularly when the diabetes is not under proper ...
Views: 507 - Urinary Tract Infection: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2017 from Gaurav GautamUrinary tract infection (UTI) as the name suggests, is an infection of the urinary tract. When it affects the upper urinary tract, it is known as kidney infection or pyelonephritis, and when it affects the lower urinary tract or cystitis, it is called bladder infection.UTI is more common in ...
Views: 1133 - Excel Family Dental - Mouth - Body Connection - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2017 from Shea Antisoda MejiaResearch studies have shown that there is a strong association between periodontal disease and other chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, pregnancy complications and respiratory disease. Periodontal disease is characterized by chronic inflammation of the gum tissue, periodontal ...
Views: 489 - Know The Importance Of Hiring Board Certified Veterinary Surgeon For Your Pet - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2017 from Kim SmithYour animal deserves and needs the best possible care. Just like we humans, they should also be treated only by the specialists in case of various medical reasons. They must be treated by the best veterinary specialists especially when it warrants advanced care. Surgery warrants that care. The ...
Views: 764 - Top Reasons Why Professional Cat Grooming Can Make Your Pet’s Life Healthy And Happy - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2017 from Kim SmithAt first, you may think that your cats may take care of their grooming by themselves. While your cats may need less frequent grooming than the dogs, there are many benefits of getting it done by professionals at regular intervals. It is always important to choose the best and most ...
Views: 948 - Excel Family Dental - Signs & Symptoms of Periodontal Disease - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2017 from Shea Antisoda MejiaPeriodontal disease (also known as periodontitis and gum disease) is a progressive condition and the leading cause of tooth loss amongst adults in the developed world. Periodontal disease occurs when the toxins found in plaque begin to irritate or inflame the gingiva (gum tissue). The ...
Views: 491 - Excel Family Dental - What is Periodontal (Gum) Disease? - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2017 from Shea Antisoda MejiaThe term “periodontal”means “around the tooth.” Periodontal disease (also known as periodontitis and gum disease) is a common inflammatory condition which affects the supporting and surrounding soft tissues of the tooth; also the jawbone itself when in its most advanced stages. Periodontal ...
Views: 476 - Hodgkin’s Lymphoma – Symptoms, Causes and Treatment - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2017 from Gaurav GautamHodgkin’s lymphoma, also known Hodgkin’s disease, is a cancer of the lymphatic system, which is a part of the immune system. It is a type of lymphoma, a disease of a type ofwhite blood cells called lymphocytes. As the disease progresses, it makes it difficult for the body to fight infections. It ...
Views: 1153 - Being Mindful About Weight Loss - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2017 from Health Checkup OnlineWeight loss is something that strikes everyone’s mind. At least once in the lifetime everyone has gone through this “weight loss” phase. Everyone wants to be fit and fine and they try their level best to burn down the fats and look slim and trim. But sometimes it becomes an obsession, and when ...
Views: 849 - IVF with Donor Eggs - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2017 from Rahul SinghIVF with donor eggs offers women a chance to get pregnant even after they’ve been diagnosed with infertility. Many women are able to get pregnant and deliver healthy babies after getting IVF done with donor eggs. Prior to the development of IVF and the establishment of the IVF clinics and ...
Views: 924 - Obesity and Weight Loss Surgery - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2017 from Gaurav GautamObesity is more than being fat. Obesity is having excess amounts of fat in the body that are dangerous and harmful to a person. But not all fat people are necessarily obese. It’s usually based on the Body Mass Index or BMI. BMI compares a person’s weight and height. A BMI between 25 and 29.9 is ...
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