Dental Plaque
What is Plaque? Plaque is a sticky film of bacteria that constantly forms on teeth. Bacteria in plaque produce acids after you eat or drink. These acids can destroy tooth enamel and cause cavities and gingivitis (gum disease). Plaque can also develop under the gums on tooth roots and break down the bones that […]
Sinus Lift Complications
Complications of Sinus Lift Surgery Thankfully, serious complications in sinus lift procedures are very rare. Like any surgery though, there is some risk of complications, which include the following: . Puncturing of the sinus membrane during surgery. This is by far the most common complication during a sinus lift. Your surgeon should be able […]
Tooth Extraction
What is a Tooth Extraction? A tooth extraction is a dental procedure during which your tooth is completely removed from its socket. Sometimes, people refer to this as “pulling” a tooth. About Iranian Surgery Iranian surgery website is an online medical tourism platform where you can find the best dentists in Iran. The price of […]
Mucormycosis
Mucormycosis (Black fungus) Treatment What is Mucormycosis? Mucormycosis is a type of fungal infection. It’s relatively rare, but also very serious. Popularly known as “black fungus” and formally known as zygomycosis, this infection tends to occur most often if you have weakened immunity from an illness or health condition. It’s important to get treatment. If […]
Female Reproductive System
How does the female reproductive system work? The female reproductive system provides several functions. The ovaries produce the egg cells, called the ova or oocytes. The oocytes are then transported to the fallopian tube where fertilization by a sperm may occur. The fertilized egg then moves to the uterus, where the uterine lining has […]
sickle cell anemia sickle cell disease
Sickle Cell Anemia (Sickle Cell Disease) What is Sickle Cell Anemia? Sickle cell anemia is a form of the inherited blood disorder, sickle cell disease. Sickle cell anemia affects your red blood cells, turning them from round flexible discs into stiff and sticky sickled cells. Sickled cells keep red blood cells from doing their job, […]
Common Signs of Infertility in Men and Women
There are numerous conditions that can contribute to infertility in men and women. The signs and symptoms of each can vary greatly. If you’re concerned, it’s important to consult with your doctor. Common symptoms of infertility include the following. Common Signs of Infertility in Women 1. Irregular periods The average woman’s cycle is 28 […]
Gallbladder Cancer
What is Gallbladder Cancer? Gallbladder cancer occurs when malignant (cancer) cells grow in your gallbladder, a pear-shaped organ located under your liver in your upper abdomen. The outside of your gallbladder is made up of four layers of tissue: . The inner layer (mucosal layer). . The muscle layer. . The connective tissue layer. […]
Acupuncture
What is Acupuncture? Acupuncture is a treatment that uses very thin steel needles inserted into the skin to stimulate specific points in the body. The goal is to relieve a health condition or symptom, such as pain. The practice comes from traditional Chinese medicine. Scientific studies have confirmed its effectiveness for some conditions. Before Acupuncture […]
metastasis metastatic cancer
Metastasis (Metastatic Cancer) What is Metastatic Cancer? Metastatic cancer refers to cancer that has spread beyond the point of origin to other, distant areas of the body. To fully understand metastatic cancer, we’ll first define metastasis: Metastasis is a word used to describe the spread of cancer. Unlike normal cells, cancer cells have the ability […]