Many teenagers get braces, almost as a rite of passage, but it is not always an easy road. Even though they are common, there is a stigma associated with them that can cause social awkwardness and embarrassment. Unlike in the past, now teens have another option with Invisalign. It is not metal or even clear braces on the teeth, but rather a series of clear plastic custom-made aligners that you put over your teeth. You take them out to eat and...more
There is an old saying 'you are only as old as you feel' and science has now confirmed that there is a lot we all can do to slow down or even reverse to some extent the toll the years take on your body and your health.We are all keen to have a long lifespan which is how many years you live, but more importantly perhaps is your health span - the period of your life when you are fully functional and able to perform everyday tasks for yourself. This...more
One of the biggest threats that people face in the world today is the inability to maintain a healthy body weight. It all boils down to the health of your body's chemical make up... your fat-burning furnace... your body's engine...your metabolism. Many people believe that our metabolism is determined by factors beyond our control; we think that some people are just born thin, while others have to struggle to get and keep their body weight under control. But once you understand how your metabolism actually works, you will realize... It does not have to be this way... Many people, in an effort to lose weight quickly, tend to cut calories way too drastically which is one of the major reasons why many people dieting suffer from a slow metabolism. When you drastically cut calories below your maintenance level, your body tries to conserve and hold on to every last bit of energy for survival. The lowering of calories too far can lower the metabolic rate as much as 45 percent which means the body burns less fuel so; a slow metabolic rate is not a good thing for either short or long term fat loss. Other factors that can work against the efficiency of the metabolism are yo yo dieting,...more
One way we can measure our strength, health and fitness is by the amount of energy we have. Having loads of natural energy allows us to have a higher quality of life as performing our everyday tasks and enjoying leisure activities to the fullest needs high energy levels.When we have lots of energy we are more enthusiastic and happier about our lot...more
The manual or physical work that was a big part of our ancestor's life has all but been removed from our modern day lives. Hard work, from farming to simply doing household chores without appliances is no longer part of ordinary life for most people. But the problem is the human body is designed to be active - very active and needs the stimulation...more
Restylane is a clear gel that is injected into wrinkles and acts as a filler, smoothing out even very deep wrinkles such as those on the forehead or those that run between the nose and the mouth called nasolabial folds. Restylane can effectively treat even wrinkles that are not helped by Botox or chemical peels. The filler can also be used to give extra fullness or enhanced shape to the lips. One unique feature of Restylane is that the results can be removed if a patient is not happy with them. The same cannot be said for all fillers. It is important to seek out a doctor that has a lot of experience working with Restylane. Be sure to look through the doctors portfolio of other patients that have had Restylane injections at his hands. Because it is not required that a doctor perform this procedure, it is not uncommon for nurses or even cosmetic technicians to provide the treatment. Since the quality of the results depend largely on the skill of the person who injects the filler, it is a good idea to request that your procedure be performed by a doctor. After deciding which areas will be treated, the doctor will decide how many units of Restylane are needed to treat each of those...more
Not very long ago, tons of horror stories about silicone breast implants were found on the news. The stories told of women whose implants had leaked or burst, causing silicone to leak into their bodies and making the women very ill. This has caused...more
State of the art technology has progressed to the point that cosmetic surgery is no longer something to dread or be feared. Thousands upon thousands of women each year choose to undergo breast lift surgery, also known as mastopexy, using either...more
Crowns are able to improve the smile, restore the functional balance of the teeth, and improve general oral health. Dental crowns are able to restore the function of damage, missing, or decayed teeth. Below we explore some of the most frequently...more
Author: steven andiOnce you have been given a tentative diagnosis of sleep apnea or a similar sleep/breathing disorder, an all-night sleep test should be arranged. Proper testing for sleep disorders is important because several sleep disorders have...more
It is often the case that people will only consider the use of massage therapy when they are suffering from a muscular problem. Yet what is not appreciated is that there are other major benefits of massage to be had, both physical and mental with the...more
Porcelain veneers are a great way to improve the appearance of your smile, masking an protecting a tooth. If you are considering this dental care treatment, you likely have a number of concerns about what it entails. The list of frequently asked...more