Veneers, implants and agonizing pain: the risks of cosmetic dentistry are nothing to smile about
The UK social media trend for "Turkey teeth"—named after influencers' penchant for traveling abroad for budget veneers—may offer a cheaper alternative to more expensive cosmetic dentistry at reputable clinics—but it can come at the cost of oral health and may even prove life threatening.
New study links legume consumption to lower risk of colorectal cancer
In a recent study published in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition, researchers collated and analyzed 12 studies comprising more than 17 years’ worth of case-control experiments aimed at elucidating site-specific cancer outcomes of legume consumption.
Eating leafy greens could be better for oral health than using mouthwash
Research has indicated that a molecule called nitrate, which is found in leafy green vegetables, has fewer side effects and offers greater benefits for oral health. And it could be used as a natural alternative for treating oral disease.
Lip service: A deep dive into the world of lip lifts and other lip augmentation procedures
Undoubtedly, lip augmentation is top of mind as one of the most popular minimally invasive cosmetic procedures. While we all may be very familiar with the idea of lip injections to achieve that coveted fuller pout, there is a new, relatively unknown procedure that is quickly growing in popularity – the lip lift.
The future of facial augmentation: A closer look at fat grafting and transfer techniques in facial plastic surgery
Implants have always reigned as the leading option in the field of plastic surgery for augmenting the face. Facial implants involve skillfully placing a permanent medical device within the face to sculpt and fashion a patient's features. There are many options for those interested in these procedures, from jaw implants to cheek implants – and now there is an alternative that uses your own tissue.
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West Melbourne,
Florida 32904