Medical

More than 80 percent of us at some point in our lives will be affected by acne.  To better treat acne, first we have to understand acne. 
Acne is caused by infected oil glands.  Normally the oil glands provide necessary moisture to the outer layer of the skin by covering the skin with a fine layer of oil called sebum, but when this oil becomes too thick and sticky, it cannot be efficiently discharged through the pores.  When this occurs the sebum begins to accumulate under the skin at the base of the hair follicle where it hardens restricting the natural flow of oil.  This hardened sebum is a great place for bacteria to accumulate causing an infection.  The hardening of the sebum is often caused by normal hormone level variations as occurs in teenagers and with menstrual cycle changes.

While studying about shoulder aches, I discovered that TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint, or simply, the jaw) plays a large role in overall health.  An unbalanced TMJ causes pain in many different body parts including the shoulders.  With the knowledge of TMJ’s importance in keeping a healthy and pain-free body, I went to Korea to learn how to fix the problems that have to do with the unbalance of TMJ.

Our society promotes uniformity.  When we’re different, we fear negative judgment by others, so we hide our differences.  What happens when we recognize that we need help, but fear exposing those differences?  Do we face our fears or avoid the help?  People ask me whether what they’re doing is right or normal.  I ask them whether it works for them.  If they say yes, then I confirm that what they’re doing is perfectly fine.  If they say no, then I’ll help them to explore other alternatives that might be more effective for them.  It isn’t my place to judge people based on either my standards or societal standards. 

Spring is early this year and so is the allergy season.  The trees have started budding and there has been an explosion of pollen.  We have 35 species of evergreens, 60 species of oak, olive, eucalyptus, sycamore and box elder trees all pollinating in this area.  Include into that equation grass pollens and spring flowers coming into bloom and you have the prime allergy season.  Even people without allergies are sneezing because of increased particulates in the air, being blown everywhere by the wind.  Sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes, wheezing, coughing and sinus headaches are the cardinal symptoms and main complaints of patients who suffer from allergies.

In my previous article, I discussed braces and what tooth problems braces can correct such as crooked or crowded teeth, uneven spacing due to missing teeth, overbites or underbites, 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.  During the period of bracing, the interconnecting wires are tightened at each visit, bearing mild pressure on the brackets or bands to shift teeth or jaws gradually into a desired position. 

“When first diagnosed with cancer I was scared and very apprehensive about talking. I’m so glad I took that first step. With weSPARK I have found a close-knit family with support, comfort and care. With so many diverse classes and support groups, weSPARK has given me hope!” 

FDA-approved Latisse 0.03 percent a new topical drug conveniently packaged for a 30-day supply.  Each 30-day supply consists of 60 single use sterile applicators manufactured by the cosmetic/plastic surgery titan Allergan Corporation based in Irvine, California.  The product is easily applied to the upper lash line and can begin to produce noticeable thickening, darkening as well as increased lash length of the upper lash line for which it was approved in approximately eight to 10 weeks with full results usually achieved by 16 to 18 weeks.  Sometime this spring, Allergan Corporation will release this product by prescription only.

Dr. Fellows, a native of Illinois, studied in both the Midwest and Southern California. He graduated magna cum laude with a psychobiology major from the University of Southern California. He then earned his medical degree from the prestigious Northwestern University in Chicago. After a five-year general surgery residency at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, he returned to the University of California Los Angeles’s renowned program to complete his plastic and reconstructive surgery residency. His skill and passion for his profession is apparent as UCLA extends this honor to only three surgical residents per year.

Let’s daydream for a minute and think back to our teenage years.  Now look in the mirror.  What do you see?  Smooth skin and glowing cheeks — the face of a baby.  What was your skin regimen back then?  Did you cleanse with Noxzema like me or maybe you were fascinated by the new Stridex pads.  Sadly we had no idea how we would long for the days when we didn’t worry about wrinkles, worry lines or enlarged pores.  Back then a small pimple seemed like a big deal!

If you are considering having a colon hydrotherapy session, cleansing the colon of unwanted toxins is a very rewarding experience.  I am sure that there are many questions you may want answered, so I thought it best to explain briefly what takes place during a colon hydrotherapy session.
Upon arriving to your first colon hydrotherapy session, the receptionist will ask you to complete a Health Questionnaire.  You will then be escorted by a certified Colon Hydrotherapist to a Colon Hydrotherapy room.

The 2008 Academy of General Dentistry Market Research project concluded with a defined directive to offer more resources to educate patients and the public at-large about oral health care.  KnowYourTeeth.com is the culmination of all of those efforts. KnowYourTeeth.com is an accessible,...

When you are ready to take control of your life and move on to being happy and healthy, weight loss surgery at Weight Loss Centers is a great option.  It has changed my life on so many levels.  I will tell you what my turning point was — I was on vacation in San Diego with my two-and-a-half-year-old son.  We where at one of the major amusement parks and I was in line to get on the ride with him, you see, he was too small to ride by himself and I was too big to ride with him.  My sister had to get on the ride with my son so he could experience it.

Cataract and lens implantation surgery has advanced tremendously over the past decade and particularly over the past five years.  As technology has advanced quickly it is imperative that physicians stay abreast of the latest developments.  This enables us to offer our patients the best quality of vision possible.  Ophthalmologists who became board certified since 1993 are required to re-qualify every 10 years to maintain board certification.  This requires a minimum of 300 hours of continuing medical education in addition to passing a comprehensive examination. 

What if you could be migraine free in just two months?  And what if you could not only be migraine free, but you could also completely eliminate the use of medications?  Wouldn’t that be wonderful?  Here’s how that might be possible:

To affirm is to declare positively, to assert solemnly.  An affirmation is the assertion of the truth or existence of something.  Now, let’s have a look at our inner dialogue.  What is our inner dialogue about?  Is it about worries, fears, lack, doomsday scenarios, or do we override the negative with positive ideas, dreams and statements?

Among the dentist’s recommendations, which treatments are absolutely necessary?  Which are elective?  Which are cosmetic?  Which procedures are urgently needed, and which ones are less urgent?
Your dentist should be able to prioritize a treatment schedule to help you distinguish problems needing immediate attention from those that are less urgent.  Often, treatment can be phased in over time.  Be sure you understand the consequences of delaying treatment.

Congestion, swelling and pain of the eye is an acute condition in various external eye disorders.
This condition is mostly due to exogenous pathogenic wind heat causing obstruction of qi circulation in the meridian, or due to preponderance of fire in liver and gallbladder, which flares up along the related meridians, causing qi stagnation and blood stasis in the meridians.

“I didn’t hear the click, doctor.  I didn’t hear it for two weeks,” my patient proudly confided in me.  “Two weeks? Why didn’t you call me?  Why didn’t you tell me?”  I asked.  “Oh, I just thought the click would come back; no problem right, doctor?  I’ll be ok, right Dr. K?”
Seven years ago my patient had a major heart attack and was diagnosed with severe coronary artery disease (blockage of heart arteries).  He also had aortic regurgitation (leaky heart valve).  He underwent bypass and valve replacement.  The valve was mechanical (metal), and our patient required blood thinners indefinitely to prevent clots from forming on the valve.