Mouth Sores
There are several different types of mouth sores and they can be pesky and bothersome. Unless a mouth sore lasts more than two weeks, it is usually nothing to worry about and will disappear on its own. Common mouth sores are canker sores, fever blisters, ...
Oral Cancer
Oral cancer is a serious and deadly disease that affects millions of people. In fact, the Oral Cancer Foundation estimates that someone in the United States dies every hour of every day from oral cancer. Over 300,000 new cases of oral cancer are diagnosed...
Gum (Periodontal) Disease
Studies have shown that periodontal disease, also known as gum disease, is linked to heart attacks and strokes. Gum disease is an infection in the gums surrounding the teeth. Gum disease is also one of the main causes of tooth loss among adults. There are...
Tooth Decay
Did you know tooth decay, also known as cavities, is the second most prevalent disease in the United States (the common cold is first). Tooth decay occurs when plaque, the sticky substance that forms on teeth, combines with the sugars and/or starches of t...
Bad Breath
If you suffer from bad breath, you are not alone. Bad breath, also called halitosis, can be downright embarrassing. According to dental studies, about 85% of people with persistent bad breath have a dental condition that is to blame. Gum disease, cavities...
Ear problems
Ear problems: Ear problems occur in people of all ages and are especially common in children. As the throat, nose and ears are interconnected; ear problems can result from colds, allergies, and sore throat. Infections in ear: It can be caused due to bacte...
Throat problems
Throat problems: Common causes of throat problems are infection due to viral or bacterial infection (streptococcal throat infection). Pharyngitis or sore throat: It is a common reason for visits to family physicians, according to experts. In most people s...
COCHLEAR IMPLANT
In few patients who have almost lost their hearing ability or are profoundly deaf, an electronic device can be surgically implanted that provides a sense of sound. This device implant is called Cochlear Implant (CI) or also known as Bionic Ear. The deafne...
Chemotherapy
It is a kind of Cancer treatment, which by injecting certain Antineoplastic drugs in the body, can kill cancer cells. An Oncologist would decide the kind of drug to be used for Chemotherapy and its duration. It is a useful treatment and is used in treatin...