Medical

In my previous article, I discussed about braces and what tooth problems braces can correct such as crooked or crowded teeth, uneven spacing due to missing teeth, over bite, overjet, incorrect jaw position, and disorders of the jaw joints.
Your dentist can provide a detailed treatment plan for you including diagnosis, examinations, and some orthodontic procedures. 

“Meditation is not a way of making your mind quiet. It’s a way of entering into the quiet that’s already there--buried under the 50,000 thoughts the average person thinks every day.”  Deepak Chopra, MD

The concept of removing fat from one part of the body and injecting it into another part is one of the most exciting concepts to be added to the field of cosmetic and reconstructive surgery.  While fat transplantation has been done in various ways for some time (first recorded in the late 1800’s), the concept of fat transplantation by microinjection is relatively new.

I don’t believe any mineral has received as much notoriety in recent years as calcium.  Walk into any health food store or pharmacy and you will be greeted by an array of calcium supplements but keep in mind your best source will always be food.  Of all the minerals in the body, calcium is the most important and used by the human body more than any other mineral.  Evidence indicates that when the level of calcium changes in a tissue, so do all other mineral levels.

The body has four primary paths of elimination: the lungs, the urinary system, the skin and the colon.  When toxins cannot be eliminated they are assimilated into the body and stored in fat cells and the lymphatic system.  A build up of toxins leads to poor health, sickness, and disease.  For optimum health, it is essential to keep the body’s paths of elimination open so that toxins can be eliminated easily and efficiently.  

Rushed to the ER, his heart was racing out of his chest.  He had an arrhythmia that could turn fatal.  Medications were given with no resolution.  I was called and we gave another medication that aborted the bad rhythm.

There’s a reason to smile, and using the Invisalign system, which is custom-made for your teeth with a plan devised by you and your dentist. Your smile will be transformed and thus you will feel more attractive because you’re not carrying a mouthful of metal braces and brackets.

Many people come to see me because they or someone they love has told them they have a drinking problem.  Such labels as ‘alcoholic’ or ‘addict’ are commonly used bringing into question, what is an addict or alcoholic?  In my opinion, unless you are physiologically dependent, it really doesn’t matter what label you get so I prefer not to label anyone.  Instead, I just ask the question, is alcohol a problem for you?

Dr. Danbi Jeon has been serving her clients for over 16 years.  She is a very caring and gentle doctor, who knows how it feels to be in pain and to feel hopeless.  That is why she has dedicated her life to helping people to overcome these difficulties.  Her soft manner will put you at ease and, after a short consultation; you will feel very confident and secure in her knowledge and ability.  While the thought of needles may be scary, you can rest assured Dr. Danbi Jeon has a gentle touch and knows how to achieve healing results, quite efficiently and painlessly.

Q. Who needs to use sunscreen?
A. In a word: Everyone!  Substantially more than 1 million cases of skin cancer are diagnosed in the United States every year.  Many studies have found an association between sunburns and enhanced risk for melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer.
Q. What are UVA and UVB rays?

The FDA offers a number of recommendations to consider when purchasing hearing aids; the following are some of the more important tips worth noting:
• Start with a check-up by a physician.  An exam may find that hearing loss can be treated with medication or surgery. 

I have written two previous articles about breast cancer treatment, about methods of detection, and surgery.  These have all emphasized the need for a team that can work well together, as there are at least five different specialties that must coordinate care.  At present this team may be near optimal on the Henry Mayo campus as all specialists are available, and among the best in each of their fields.  Yet the size is small enough that the communication is excellent.  An attempt is made to discuss all breast cancer patients treated in any substantial way by members of the team, regardless of where the surgery is done.

RapidArc™ technology is a fast and precise method for cancer treatment using radiotherapy.  This is a new approach to delivering image-guided intensitymodulated radiation therapy (IGRT).  RapidArc™ technology enables clinicians to program a Varian medical linear accelerator to deliver precise forms of IMRT up to eight times faster than is possible with conventional or helical IMRT delivery systems.
RapidArc™ is a non-invasive external beam radiotherapy treatment. 

Dementia means: “deprived of mind.” It basically is a serious loss of the ability to be cognitive and to process thoughts in a sequential manner. This can be a result of global brain injury or a progressive one, which might in turn result in a long term decline due to diseases in a body. Dementia is primarily found in people who are elderly but it can occur to a person in any stage of adulthood as well. It is also an illness that is non-specific.

Did you know that following something as simple as the Mediterranean diet... lots of veggies, fruit, nuts and whole grains… can actually protect your brain from serious illnesses, possibly even some forms of dementia?  According to Dr. Jill Brink, clinical manager and consultant with the L.A. Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association, a brain-healthy diet is one that reduces the risk of heart disease and diabetes, and encourages good blood flow to the brain. 

You may have wondered what factors determine whether or not you are a good candidate for Lasik.  Lasik is a procedure in which a flap is made in the outer layer of the cornea.  The cornea flap is lifted back and the excimer laser is used to reshape the tissue underneath.  The flap is then placed back in position. 

Adult orthodontic treatments are becoming increasingly popular in recent times as a large number of adults show great interest in preserving healthy teeth. Moreover, they are well aware of the fact that modern orthodontic procedures help to improve their smile and facial appearance.
A variety of orthodontic treatment procedures are involved for correcting the teeth irregularities of adults. These include treatment with Invisalign, fixed braces, lingual appliances and surgical orthodontics. By using these different procedures it is possible to rectify overbites, underbites, crossbites, extensively spaced and overcrowded teeth, protruded teeth and more.

To begin, let’s first talk about Amalgam fillings.  Sometimes referred to as “silver or metal colored fillings,” an amalgam filling is a stable alloy made by combining elemental mercury, silver, tin, copper and possibly other metallic elements.  Constant pressure from chewing, grinding or clenching can cause dental fillings, or restorations, to wear away, chip or crack.