Sylvain Simard Clinic in Quebec, Canada offers Platelet Rich Plasma Treatment, a form of Regenerative Medicine, to accelerate the healing of injured tendons, ligaments, muscles and joints. What is plasma and what are platelets? Plasma is the liquid portion of whole blood. It is composed largely of water and proteins, and it provides a medium for red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to circulate through the body. Platelets, also called thrombocytes, are blood cells that cause blood clots and other…
Surgery for weight loss is not a miracle solution, but an effective tool to promote weight loss after diets, exercise, and medical weight loss programs have failed to achieve significant and lasting weight loss in severely obese individuals. It is medical surgery, not cosmetic surgery. If you are looking into weight loss surgery, you will find there are several popular procedures being performed with successful results. Weight loss surgery encompasses a variety of procedures and is not a one size…
As far as difficult tasks go, brushing your teeth doesn’t seem like one of them. After all, you’ve been doing it since you were little (we hope). And yet, it’s easier than you think to make tooth brushing mistakes, putting your oral hygiene—and your smile—at risk. How to Brush your Teeth The American Dental Association recommends brushing for two minutes, but many people fall woefully short—and don’t even realize it. To take out the guesswork, use an electric toothbrush that beeps…